New measures to tackle magistrates’ courts backlogs

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi announces the formation of the National Case Backlogs Committee, aiming to significantly reduce delays in magistrate’s courts and ...

Eldorado Park unites in mourning for Baby Nikita and calls for justice

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

In a heartfelt gathering, the Eldorado Park community mourns Baby Nikita, a victim of child abuse, while demanding justice and stronger protections for children. ...

Marikana resembles ANC's shameful legacy

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

The ANC Ramphosa leads is so detached from the realities confronting poor South Africans

Illustration: Gazan Child Memorial
Special report

These are the names of the 18,000 Palestinian children murdered by Israel since October 7

Third Stellenbosch municipal official shot in four months – SAPS probes Kayamandi attack

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Stellenbosch Municipality is in shock after a municipal employee was shot at home, marking the third such incident in four months.

Hamas agrees to proposed ceasefire in Gaza

AFP|Published

Mediators Egypt and Qatar, backed by the United States, have struggled to secure a lasting truce in the conflict, which has triggered a dire humanitarian crisis ...

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 ...

Parks Tau leads South African delegation to boost trade with India

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Trade, Industry, and Competition minister, Parks Tau, is set to lead a delegation to Mumbai and Delhi to strengthen trade relations and deepen economic ties between ...

'We cannot turn sick people away from facilities' says KZN Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane

Thobeka Ngema|Published

At the launch of the SAMA KwaZulu-Natal provincial branch, Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane discusses the contentious issue of illegal foreign nationals accessing healthcare, ...

Markram and Bavuma steer Proteas to record total in Cairns at lunch of first ODI

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Senior batters Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma led from the front to help SA set 296/8 in the first innings.

Ombud investigation clears Legal Practice Council and CEO of wrongdoing

Manyane Manyane|Published

In a significant ruling, the Legal Services Ombud has cleared the Legal Practice Council and CEO Charity Nzuza of all allegations, ensuring the integrity of legal ...

‘RAND-FIXING’: BANKS HAVE THEIR DAY IN COURT

Zelda Venter|Published

The Competition Commission is set to challenge a previous ruling by the Competition Appeal Court in the Constitutional Court, as it seeks to hold banks accountable ...

TotalEnergies contemplates next move after offshore drilling setback

Nicola Daniels|Published

TotalEnergies E&P South Africa faces a significant setback as a recent court ruling halts its offshore oil exploration plans, raising concerns over energy security ...

Advertising Regulatory Board finds key omissions in Ster-Kinekor's Morvies Club ad

Zelda Venter|Published

The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has instructed that Ster-Kinekor’s Morvies Club advertisement be amended so that it does not create the impression that the ...

Tragic case of Baby Nikita: Parents abandon bail application

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The parents of four-year-old 'Baby Nikita', who face charges of child abuse and murder, abandoned their bail bid in the Protea Magistrate’s Court.

Foundational learning and ECD centres in focus at G20 Provincial Education Indaba

Theolin Tembo|Published

The G20 Provincial Education Indaba was held under the themes ’Quality Foundational Learning – with emphasis on Early Childhood Development,’ as well as Educational ...

Cape Town set to welcome the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in 2027

Theolin Tembo|Published

Cape Town will host the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in 2027, marking a historic first for Africa.

High Court denies bail for fisherman accused of violently attacking wife on anniversary

Chevon Booysen|Published

A fisherman accused of violently attacking his wife on their anniversary remains in custody as the court denies his bail application.

Chinese Consul General in Cape Town attends 80th Anniversary Commemoration

Cole Jackson|Published

The Chinese Consulate General in Cape Town marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the ...

Gugulethu councillor fears for his life after community leader's murder

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

After the shocking murder of an ANC leader, a Gugulethu councillor reveals his fears for safety amid escalating political tensions.