Court blow paves way for varsity student leaders to be hauled before disciplinary hearing

Zelda Venter|Published

Three student leaders at the University of Johannesburg are appealing to the Gauteng High Court to halt disciplinary proceedings following a protest over the withdrawal ...

MPs question University of Fort Hare management' s fitness to hold office

Theolin Tembo|Published

Parliament' s higher education watchdog demands urgent action as student protests expose deep governance issues at the University of Fort Hare and the University ...

MEC warns of a silent human trafficking crisis in the Western Cape

Wendy Dondolo|Published

Social Development MEC Jaco Londt warns of a hidden human trafficking crisis in the province, urging greater awareness and action during a recent conference.

22 dead, 16 injured in weekend of violence on Cape Flats

Wendy Dondolo|Published

A devastating weekend of violence across Cape Flats communities has left 22 dead and 16 critically injured.

South African Stars Align for the Launch of HONOR’s Stylish and Smart HONOR X7d 5G

Partnered Content|Published

At a star-studded event in Johannesburg, HONOR launched the X7d 5G, showcasing its stylish design and cutting-edge features, with South Africa' s top celebrities ...

Cruise into 2026 refreshed with MSC Opera

Staff Reporter|Published

As the new year unfolds, sail away on MSC Opera for a rejuvenating expedition that promises relaxation, adventure, and culinary delights. Don't miss out on a magical ...

Four Paws launches emergency mission for big cats and bears at former Zoo Luján in Argentina

Staff Reporter|Published

Four Paws has commenced a critical mission to rescue over 60 big cats and two bears from the former Zoo Luján in Argentina, addressing severe animal welfare issues ...

Tragic helicopter crash claims three lives in Northern Cape

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A post-impact fire destroyed the aircraft.

UN special rapporteur praises SA as a place of respite

AFP and Nicola Daniels|Published

Francesca Albanese, UN special rapporteur and human rights activist, shares her profound reflections on apartheid and the ongoing struggles for peace during her ...

Zuma' s foundation decries ' troubling contradiction' in R28.9 million court order

Zelda Venter|Published

Former President Jacob Zuma' s foundation expresses concern over a court ruling that holds him liable for R28.9 million in legal fees, arguing that the ruling undermines ...

Slain ANC veteran' s family hails PKTT after hitman pleads guilty

Nomonde Zondi|Published

Following the guilty plea of a hitman involved in the murder of ANC veteran Zibuse Mlaba, his family expresses gratitude to the Political Killings Task Team for ...

Instructor, student escape aircraft crash with no injuries

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The aircraft experienced engine failure and was forced to make an emergency landing at the Hoërskool Alberton rugby field.

Parliament slams Milnerton High over lack of anti-bullying policy

Nicola Daniels|Published

Following a disturbing incident of bullying, the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education has called for Milnerton High School to urgently implement a formal anti-bullying ...

Fort Hare destruction should not go unpunished

Thembile Ndabeni|Published

Whether those students were angry or not, they have counterarguments, other theories, or facts about what they did cannot be justifiable.

Justice department labels ‘unauthorised letter’ incident to UN Rapporteur an " isolated lapse"

Nicola Daniels|Published

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi moved to apologise to Albanese saying the letter was issued without following the necessary protocols ...

Please Call Me creator braces for another legal showdown with Vodacom

Zelda Venter|Updated

Nkosana Makate faces a staggering legal bill as he prepares to challenge Vodacom in the Supreme Court of Appeal over the Please Call Me invention, a battle that ...

Lotus River party turns deadly: One man killed, four injured in shooting

Marsha Dean|Published

One man has been killed and four others injured in a mass shooting at a party in Lotus River, prompting police investigations and community calls for calm.

Hunt still on for fourth prisoner who escaped Wynberg holding cells

Kim Swartz|Published

Three of the four prisoners who escaped from Wynberg Magistrate' s Court have been re-arrested, but the search continues for Ismail George.

Legal setback in quest for subtitles for more accessible TV broadcasts

Zelda Venter|Published

The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities faces another setback in its efforts to make South African television accessible for the deaf and hard ...