Accused rejects rape, blames ‘rough sex’ for injuries

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A Kimberley journalist standing trial for multiple rapes involving a 14-year-old girl and two women has blamed the allegations on consensual “rough sex”, personal ...

Indy photojournalist Ayanda Ndamane wins big at Vodacom awards

Staff Reporter|Published

Ayanda Ndamane's powerful photograph, 'Caught in the crossfire,' captured the essence of social issues in South Africa, earning him the prestigious Vodacom Journalist ...

Bester and co-accused back in court for pre-trial hearing

Se-Anne Rall|Published

Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha Magudumana are back in court on Friday.

US State Department urges Americans to leave Venezuela, avoid travel to country

Sputnik|Published

All US citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents in Venezuela are strongly advised to depart immediately, the travel advisory said.

South African clubs face five big tests as European season opens with Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup

Lance Fredericks|Published

South African rugby clubs begin Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup campaigns this weekend. Read five matchups — tactical tests, set-piece showdowns and ...

Community steps in after sewage problems leave Ritchie grandmother homeless

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

A 61-year-old grandmother's home in Ritchie was left uninhabitable due to severe sewage problems, prompting community members to take action and divert the overflowing ...

Watch VideoLIVE | Mchunu unpacks reasons for Political Killings Task Team disbandment

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Testifying on Thursday, Mchunu conceded there had been “no meeting, no briefing, and no formal engagement” before he instructed the national police management to ...

Mourners gather to pay tribute to ANC Stalwart Mamma Siena Nontlebo Pefile after brutal attack

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The ANC in the Frances Baard region held a prayer service in honour of Mamma Siena Nontlebo Pefile, following her tragic death. Pefile was reportedly attacked in ...

Modi rolls out the red carpet for Putin

AFP|Published

Modi welcomed Putin at the airport on Thursday with a warm hug on a red carpet, before the two rode together in the same car to a private dinner -- mirroring a lift ...

Farm murder: Second suspect arrested in brutal killing of 77-year-old Limpopo farmer Attie Mahne

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

A second suspect has been arrested in the shocking murder of 77-year-old farmer Attie Mahne in Limpopo, following a coordinated police operation just days after ...

Pentagon endorses Australia submarine pact

AFP|Published

The administration of Donald Trump said earlier this year it was reviewing a 2021 deal for the nuclear-powered attack subs signed under his presidential predecessor ...

Diamond Archery Club claims back-to-back glory and dominates ABO Nationals

Danie van der Lith|Published

Diamond Archery Club from the Northern Cape has made history at the 2025 ABO National Championships, claiming back-to-back titles and dominating across nine classes. ...

Lamola to Washington: Congrats on the G20 crown, try not to trip over the facts

Xolile Mtembu|Published

South Africa's Justice Minister, Ronald Lamola, delivers a powerful rebuttal to US accusations of undermining consensus during the G20 Presidency, asserting that ...

WATCH: SA man kicked out of Australia over neo-Nazi protest returns with wife and child

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

Matthew Gruter, a South African civil engineer, landed in the country with his family after being expelled from Australia for participating in a neo-Nazi protest. ...

November sees JSE outperforming global markets, thanks to precious metals

Peter Little|Published

How did the JSE manage to outperform global markets in November? Discover the driving forces behind its impressive performance, including the impact of precious ...

Thistle RFC restores the story of heritage, heart and a new beginning in Kimberley

Danie van der Lith|Published

Thistle Rugby Football Club, founded in 1908 in Kimberley, has been revitalised with a new executive committee following its recent AGM.

Madlanga Commission | How Mchunu disbanded elite police unit without consulting top cops

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Mchunu, who has since been placed on enforced leave, proceeded to disband the PKTT without consulting the very officials best positioned to brief him, he confirmed ...

Scrolling to our Doom: When smartphone FOMO fragments our brains

Lance Fredericks|Published

A thoughtful look at how constant smartphone checking is reshaping our behaviour, harming focus, weakening memory and diluting real conversation — supported by research ...

Final showdown as Aztec Masters and Young Pirates go head to head at Sol Plaatje Masters Football League Play-offs

Danie van der Lith|Published

Aztec Masters and Young Pirates face off in the Sol Plaatjie League playoff final on December 7 at Galeshewe Stadium. Rivals chase redemption after Easter penalty ...