Manamela promises to overhaul NSFAS funding model

Yasmine Jacobs|Published

Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela unveiled an urgent overhaul of the NSFAS funding model, aiming to address governance issues and enhance student support. ...

Watch VideoLIVE: SA marks nearly 90 days without load shedding, minister to provide grid update

Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will provide a media update on the stability of South Africa's electricity grid, highlighting recent ...

BELA battle far from over, Sadtu warns

Nicola Daniels|Published

SADTU accuses Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube of using the BELA Act regulations to sow confusion and delay implementation.

Illustration: Gazan Child Memorial
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These are the names of the 18,000 Palestinian children murdered by Israel since October 7

Watch VideoDricus du Plessis wants to be the GOAT ahead of Khamzat Chimaev clash

Michael Sherman|Published

Dricus du Plessis aims to prove his status as the Greatest Of All Time in the UFC Middleweight division as he faces Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, highlighting his ...

Another twist in Irish pub’s racism row

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Western Cape High Court has overturned a R1. 25 million defamation ruling against Christopher Logan, who accused Hanks Olde Irish Pub of racism. This decision ...

Cataract surgery: Innovative techniques and what you need to know

Partnered Content|Updated

Discover the intricacies of cataract surgery, from understanding what a cataract is to exploring the latest advancements in artificial lenses that can restore your ...

Judge rules against State's evidence admission in notorious gang murder case

Chevon Booysen|Published

The Western Cape High Court has rejected the State's application to admit a warning statement from a deceased co-accused in the gang murder trial of Elton Lenting ...

South Africa pins hopes on revised offer to overturn Trump’s tariffs

Mashudu Sadike|Published

The government's revised offer is one of five measures responding to the US's unilateral tariff hikes which began last Friday.

Palestine's Murdered Children: 18,000 Names We Must Never Forget

IOL|Published

IOL and Independent Media pay tribute to the 18,000 Palestinian children murdered by Israel since October 7, 2023.

R779 million spent on private security for state-owned properties over last five years

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson reveals the staggering R779 million spent on private security for state-owned properties, raising questions ...

Defence launches fierce attack on trial handling in Joshlin Smith case

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Defence lawyers fiercely challenge the State's actions in the Joshlin Smith case, alleging constitutional violations and questioning the trial's integrity.

Eldorado Park community rallies for justice in horrific child abuse case

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Residents of Eldorado Park gathered in a powerful display of grief and anger outside the Protea Magistrate's Court, demanding justice for the four-year-old girl ...

Cape Town’s iconic Seven Spur in Sea Point to close after 56 Years

Wendy Dondolo|Published

Seven Spur in Sea Point, the second-oldest Spur Steak Ranch in South Africa, is set to close its doors mid-August as it seeks a new location.

Judge seeks clarity in marriage dispute over a 12-year-old bride

Zelda Venter|Published

Two widows clash in court over a controversial marriage involving a 12-year-old bride, as a judge seeks oral evidence to unravel the complexities of customary law. ...

Watch VideoLIVE: Laurentia Lombaard seeks immunity after testifying in Joshlin Smith kidnapping case

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

Laurentia Lombaard's lawyer urges the Western Cape High Court to grant her indemnity, citing her pivotal role as a state witness in the shocking disappearance of ...

MK Party alleges State Capture 2. 0 in new RAF board appointments

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The MK Party is seeking legal advice over what it calls unlawful RAF board appointments, accusing Minister Creecy of favouring ANC loyalists and ignoring the Companies ...

Gauteng woman claims R124 million Powerball jackpot prize: Here's how she plans to spend it

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

The winner of the R124million Powerball jackpot said she ignored calls from her bank because she thought it was telesales.

Wallabies plan to annoy Springboks with their 'Great Dane' and 'Jack Russell'

Mike Greenaway|Published

Wallabies flank Tom Hooker says his team will rally around experienced lock Will Skelton and veteran scrumhalf Nic White.

Young scientists shine at Eskom West Coast Expo

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The Eskom Expo for Young Scientists inspired 129 talented learners to tackle South Africa's challenges with innovative projects at the West Coast regional science ...