Five Bekkersdal tavern shooting suspects spend New Years behind bars
Five suspects linked to the Bekkersdal Christmas Eve tavern massacre that killed nine people have abandoned their bail applications and will remain in custody until ...
Cederberg wildfire: 34,000 hectares scorched despite containment efforts
Large sections of the fire were contained, but multiple active fire lines were still burning in steep and hard-to-reach terrain.
Ageless Cobus Reinach eyes 2027 Rugby World Cup after dream return to SA with Stormers
At 35, Cobus Reinach is proving that speed has no expiry date. Fresh off a career-best season for the Springboks and a high-profile move to the Stormers, the prolific ...
Why Belgium intervened in SA's genocide case against Israel
The UN's highest court, based in The Hague, recently confirmed in a statement that Brussels had filed a declaration of intervention.
Researchers warn of South Africa's critical care specialist shortage
A new study reveals South Africa's critical care subspecialist shortage, exposing alarming gaps in healthcare availability that could impact patient care.
Cruise into 2026 refreshed with MSC Opera
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 ...
Forced initiation robs school of potential top matric performer
A 19-year-old matric pupil expected to be among top performers was found dead after allegedly being forcefully taken to an initiation school, highlighting the ongoing ...
Minstrels haul 'discriminating' City to court
The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association (CTMCA) asked the court to compel the City of Cape Town to provide a suitable venue for hosting minstrel competition ...
Orlando Pirates’ path to glory: Five keys to ending 14-year league title drought
After a trophy-laden first half of the season, Orlando Pirates stand on the precipice of their first league title since 2012. However, coach Abdeslam Ouaddou knows ...
Cape Town hiker dies in hospital after tragic fall
A hiker has died in hospital following a serious fall near Bailey's Kloof in Muizenberg, Cape Town. Despite swift action from Wilderness Search and Rescue teams ...
Kaizer Chiefs' balancing act: Can Amakhosi handle the heat of Africa?
As Kaizer Chiefs transition into a pivotal 2026, the Soweto giants find themselves at a crossroads between domestic stability and continental ambition.
DA leaders accused of using state resources in party factional squabbles
Former minister Dion George faces a public protector probe after successor Willie Aucamp accused him of misusing state resources for a political smear campaign, ...
Ugly but effective ... Broos’ pragmatism carries Bafana into AFCON knockouts
Critics may lament the lack of " flavour" and the defensive wobbles, but Hugo Broos has once again proven that in tournament football, the scoreline is the only ...
VAR finally on Bafana Bafana's side as dramatic AFCON win over Zimbabwe seals last-16 spot
In a pulse-pounding " Battle of the Limpopo," Bafana Bafana secured their place in the AFCON knockout rounds with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Zimbabwe.
34 killed on Western Cape roads in a week
In just one week, 34 lives were lost on Western Cape roads, including seven cyclists and nine motorcyclists, prompting urgent calls for improved road safety during ...
Stormers sweating over Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Damian Willemse's fitness
The buildup to Saturday’s highly anticipated North-South derby has taken a contentious turn as the Stormers grapple with a depleted backline and questions over the ...
Fragmentation fuels Western Cape gang violence
Gang-related violence in the Western Cape has surged alarmingly in 2025, with a significant increase in murders compared to previous years, according to the latest ...
The 'minnows’ continue to serve up humble pie in Morocco at AFCON 2025
The age-old cliché that " there are no small teams in Africa" has moved from tired rhetoric to undeniable reality at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.
State of the URC: Stormers sitting pretty but Bulls, Sharks, Lions have plenty to do
As the United Rugby Championship returns to full throttle, South Africa’s franchises are back from the festive break and some are under immense pressure.