News South Africa

Australia captain Pat Cummins says he will be “good to go” for the third Ashes Test against England after recovering from injury.

Debate, prompted largely by US President Donald Trump’s stance on South Africa, has raged over whether South Africa is legislatively discriminating against white people.

Mitchell Starc dominates with bat and ball to put Australia in control of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

Evaton serial rapist sentenced to four life terms for attacks on women aged 20 to 34

At least 10 others were injured in the incident and were taken to the hospital for medical attention

‘Witness D’, Marius van der Merwe, detailed allegations of a murder cover by the EMPD deputy chief

Police have confirmed that a witness from Madlanga Commission has been shot dead in Brakpan

Umalusi has confirmed that the 2025 matric results will be released on the 12th of January 2026

Equipment on the tarmac at Brazil’s São Paulo airport caught fire, with the blaze rapidly surrounding a plane and forcing the evacuation of 169 passengers.

At least seven deputies and a skilled trapper were needed to remove the 14ft (4.2m) reptile, which was later released at an alligator farm.

In Somalia, people are pushing back and pointing to the positives after President Trump disparaged their country.

India gave Russia’s leader a warm welcome in his first visit since his country invaded Ukraine. The visit in part signaled India’s defiance of the U.S., which has punished New Delhi for buying Russian oil.

Namibia has built up large stockpiles of rhino horn after pioneering the practice of cutting them off to deter poachers.

Ex-cyclist Zeragaber Gebrehiwot, who attended the 1980 Moscow Games, is among 13 released from a notorious jail.

Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi’s social media accounts for violating their policy.

South Africa complete the joint highest chase in the history of one-day internationals in India as they passed a target of 359 to win by four wickets in Naya Raipur.

South Africans looking for a bonus to ease their financial situation have been warned that a year-end bonus is not required by law.

Dozens of venues are offering free drop-ins for anyone struggling with cost-of-living pressures.

Public service unions are keen for South Africa to adopt digital driving licences, calling on the government to throw more money and employee training and support behind the project.

It might seem like a simple merger deal, but it’s got all the ingredients of a Hollywood drama.

The President has urged law enforcement agencies to ensure that Van der Merwe’s killers face justice

Van der Merwe was gunned down outside his home in Brakpan, east of Johannesburg, on Friday night

Witness D, Marius van der Merwe was shot dead in Brakpan, east of Johannesburg on Friday evening

Mchunu, who is on a leave of absence, appeared before the Commission in Pretoria on Friday.

Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs have another away job, this time to Mbombela to battle TS Galaxy in the Betway Premiership on Sunday at 15:30

The travelling fans go wild as England avoid losing a wicket in the first over for the first time in this Ashes series.

The end product remains an issue for Orlando Pirates’ popular midfield playmaker, Sipho Mbule.

The FIFA 2026 World Cup draw was officially about football, but really it was all about US President Donald Trump.

Pupils from schools with differing demographics meet and play under charity scheme set up after city’s 2001 riots

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On a bright wintry morning, Bradford’s majestic 19th-century city hall is alive with children’s laughter, chatter and songs. Sixty girls and...

James Graham’s play Punch touches on gang culture, restorative justice and masculinity in crisis, and for the playwright the true story was a privilege to tell

When thousands of schoolchildren came to see James Graham’s play Punch in the West End, the playwright, actors and producers were struck by one thing. Despite fears about social media eroding attention spans, the pupils were engrossed...

If you’re waiting for social housing in South Africa, don’t hold your breath. Latest data reveals shocking decline in productivity …

‘Crazy coincidence’: Woolworths new white, transparent shopping bags is NOT a response to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s ‘money bag’ testimony…

Sorry, Thabo Bester: Nandipha Magudumana continues to wear her wedding ring despite her husband distancing himself from her criminal spree.

Who wore it best? Convicted fraudster Thabo Bester seemingly one-upped his Kgosi Mampuri inmate Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala in the fashion department.

Coach Rassie Erasmus believes the Springboks will need to win five tough games to win a third-straight World Cup in Australia in 2027.

On paper, the idea of a united slate made sense, says political analyst Solly Rashilo.

If South Africa beat Ireland in Paarl on Sunday, they will win the T20 International series with a match to spare.

Police are currently on the scene.

An SIU investigation has found extensive fraud and maladministration within Driving Licence Testing Centres.

Bullish developments tend to push cryptocurrency prices higher. This can be seen in Ethereum (ETH), which reclaimed the $3,100 level after completing the much-anticipated Fusaka upgrade. While this is a laudable feat, Ethereum is still down 36% from its August 24, 2025, ATH.  As ETH struggles to climb higher, investors seeking to hedge against further […]

Bitcoin has climbed back above $92,000, and big names in the industry are already predicting where it could go next. At Binance Blockchain Week, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said Bitcoin could reach $180,000 by 2026, pointing to progress on U.S. regulation as a possible catalyst. Others on the same panel shared similar expectations. But while […]

It has been over a year since South Africa’s last compact bakkie was discontinued, forcing motorists to seek alternative solutions.

BYD plans to double its dealership network in South Africa by the end of 2026.

The health secretary says the aim is to tackle a rising demand for services and pressure on the NHS.