Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla appears in court wearing ‘Modern Day Terrorist’ shirt amid terrorism charges

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former president Jacob Zuma, faces serious allegations in court related to her social media activity during the July 2021 unrest. ...

As temperatures rise, Western Cape residents must stay alert for snakes

Vuya Maqubela|Published

As the Western Cape warms up, residents are urged to stay vigilant against increased snake activity. Discover essential safety tips and learn about the venomous ...

Horror crash kills cop, five inmates en route to court

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A police officer and four inmates died in a crash Thursday morning transporting inmates to court, Limpopo police confirmed, while seven other inmates have been taken ...

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

Hout Bay’s mussels reveal hidden pollution crisis

Staff Reporter|Published

The findings raise urgent questions about sewage management, environmental monitoring and public health in one of Cape Town’s most iconic coastal areas.

Eastern Cape mass shooting: Five murders in five hours

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Police in the Eastern Cape are on the hunt for gunmen after a shocking series of shootings left five people dead in less than five hours, sparking fear and concern ...

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 ...

Motor manufacturers under threat: SA mulls incentive revisions, but are tariffs the answer?

Jason Woosey|Published

South Africa's automotive manufacturing industry is at a crossroads, grappling with the influx of affordable imports and the looming threat of tariffs. Can the government’s ...

Watch VideoWATCH | Gayton McKenzie demands race sensitivity training for Open Chats podcasters

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has called for Open Chats podcasters to undergo race sensitivity training.

Watch VideoLIVE: Committee to finalise terms of reference to probe Mkhwanazi’s explosive SAPS claims

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee, chaired by ANC’s Molapi Lekganyane, will adopt its Terms of Reference to investigate allegations by KZN Commissioner Lt-General Nhlanhla ...

Dagga bust is a step towards safer communities in Cape Town

Vuya Maqubela|Published

The City of Cape Town intensifies its fight against drugs, with recent arrests showcasing the ongoing battle for safer communities.

Judge criticises parents' foul language in child dispute case

Zelda Venter|Published

A Western Cape High Court judge expresses discontent over the foul language used by parents in a custody dispute, as he rules on a mother's request for her daughter ...

SCA overturns ruling on WCED's record disclosure in unplaced learner case

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Supreme Court of Appeal has reversed a ruling compelling the Western Cape Education Department to provide detailed records regarding out-of-school learners. ...

Healthcare workers could be colluding with Operation Dudula

Lisa Isaacs and Nicola Daniels|Published

Allegations arise that healthcare workers are colluding with Operation Dudula to deny foreign nationals access to essential health services, raising serious concerns ...

DA fires councillor for helping ANC secure Beaufort West mayoral chain

Nicola Daniels|Published

Castro De Bruin's unexpected election as mayor of Beaufort West marks a significant shift in the DA-led council, following the resignation of Sias Reynolds.

70 Eastern Cape learners hospitalised after suspected food poisoning

Simon Majadibodu|Published

About 70 learners from Gobisizwe Agricultural School in Ngqeleni have been hospitalized due to a suspected case of food poisoning.

You owned up to your mistakes, says judge in indemnifying Joshlin star witness

Mandilakhe Tshwete and Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Her “key evidence” and “honest, and frank” testimony were enough for Western Cape High Court Judge Nathan Erusmus to grant Lourentia “Renz” Lombaard indemnity from ...

Why ‘imbokodo’ should be located in constitutions, budgets, everyday bystander action

Busisiwe Madikizela-Theu|Published

Let the grindstone be the system that crushes impunity, not the woman grinding herself down to keep everyone else alive

MK Party challenges Cachalia's appointment in high court following ConCourt defeat

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Following a recent ConCourt defeat, the MK Party is challenging President Ramaphosa's appointment of Firoz Cachalia as Police Minister in the North Gauteng High ...

Watch VideoJoshlin Smith | Laurentia Lombaard granted indemnity from prosecution

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

In a dramatic turn in the Joshlin Smith trial, state prosecutor Advocate Zelda Swanepoel argues for indemnity for key witness Laurentia Lombaard, whose testimony ...