Cardoso demands respect amid Sundowns’ struggles
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has called on the supporters of the club and the public in general to show him respect as pressure continues to mount.
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Lombardy East residents threaten lawsuit over illegal dumping crisis
They urge the city to act on health risks from site initially earmarked for a sports field.
Council votes to reinstate corruption-accused CFO of vital South African town
The City of Matlosana’s council has voted to reinstate former Chief Financial Officer Mercy Phetla, reigniting a politically charged corruption saga that previously led to her dismissal earlier this year.
Badela implementing a new playing style at Durban City
Coach says it will take time for players to adjust
Household debt crisis deepens as betting drains stretched budgets
Rising betting activity adds to debt pressures among consumers seeking counselling
IN PICTURES: Athletes in training ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympic games, and more from around the world
Moving, tragic, surprising, inspiring, terrifying, shocking… This is a selection of images from our planet, over the past seven days.
News24 | Trevor Manuel: ‘We’re still acting as though we are in the 1980s’
Ahead of News24’s On the Record summit, Trevor Manuel argues that South Africa must modernise its education system, avoid binaries, embrace technology, and empower active citizens if it hopes to create 5 million jobs in the next decade.
When is the next UK interest rate decision and what will it mean for your mortgage?
The Bank of England meets on Thursday to decide the fate of the base rate, with most experts predicting borrowers will face disappointment.
Big changes to BEE in South Africa
South Africa is proposing major BEE reforms, including a central Transformation Fund for compliance contributions and stricter procurement targets favouring 100% black-owned businesses.
Stellenbosch win over Chiefs a real humdinger
Stellenbosch coach Gavin Hunt couldn’t stop raving about the intensity of Wednesday’s Nedbank Cup last-32 win over Kaizer Chiefs, feeling both teams really came to the party.
News24 | Berry in love: Melt-in-the-middle strawberries and cream Valentine cookies
Soft in the centre with crisp edges and pockets of creamy white chocolate, these cookies balance sweetness with bright pops of strawberry. Freeze-dried berries bring a concentrated fruit flavour that keeps every bite feeling special without being heavy.
News24 | ANC businessman’s bid to avoid Madlanga Commission crushed by High Court
The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has struck off the roll, with costs, ANC businessman Suleiman Carrim’s urgent application to avoid appearing before the Madlanga Commission.
Australian teen charged over ‘death threats’ to Israeli President Herzog
An Australian teenager has been charged for allegedly making online death threats against Israeli President Isaac Herzog, ahead of his upcoming visit to Australia.
WATCH LIVE | Madlanga commission hearings continue
The Madlanga commission of inquiry hearings into allegations of corruption in the criminal justice system, chaired by retired deputy chief justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, continue on Thursday
Panyaza Lesufi’s major headache
The announcement by EFF President Julius Malema that the party has fallen out of love with the ANC in Gauteng has put Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s minority government in an incredibly precarious position.
Pick n Pay’s crown jewel is booming
Discount retailer Boxer is set to report strong results for its 2026 financial year, with the second half of the year showing solid turnover growth and the company on track to meet its store rollout targets.
Trade minister Parks Tau heads to China seeking duty-free export access
Trade minister Parks Tau will travel to China from Thursday to Saturday to sign the China–Africa Economic Partnership Agreement which will see South African exports gain duty-free access to the Chinese market, says Tau’s office.
GUEST ESSAY: To understand Joburg, you must meet it at night
I’ve always been fascinated by cities at night – the changeover. That liminal moment when daylight logic slips away and something else is unleashed. Working clothes are shed. Different rules apply.
Proteas bowling needs repair as batters dominate in India
Proteas bowlers cop another pasting in India, composition of attack under the spotlight ahead of World Cup opener.
Dullstroom: A Highland Escape
Tucked away in Mpumalanga’s highlands, Dullstroom is a small town with a big personality.
Prominent South African company’s profit wiped out by R8 billion hit
Sasol’s R7.8 billion writedown in parts of its South African and Mozambican businesses, together with a decline in oil and chemical prices, triggered a drop of as much as 99% in half-year profit.