The sinkhole that closed roads and harmed businesses
The sinkhole on John Vorster Drive in Centurion has forced businesses to shut their doors and has been a significant point of frustration for residents for years.
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A taste of home: The global footprint of South African cuisine
Discover how South African cuisine connects expats globally. From smoky braais to biltong, explore the bold flavours that define our local heritage.
Emma Naomi, Martins Imhangbe and Masali Baduza on Bridgerton’s bold new season
The buzz of Bridgerton is back, and with it comes a new chapter for Emma Martins (Alice Mondrich), Martins Imhangbe (Will Mondrich) and South African-born Masali Baduza (Michaela Stirling).
BLISTERING FORM : Proteas batters are peaking at the right time before T20 World Cup
South Africa’s top four of Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton and Dewald Brevis are all in destructive form heading into the T20 World Cup.
WHAT’S COOKING: Chicken roasted with parsnips, carrots and thyme
Root vegetables are cooked beneath a whole roasting chicken in this dish that is suitable for a conventional oven or large air fryer oven. It even makes its own sauce.
Saftu warns SA heading towards ‘warehouse economy’ as BAT exits the country
Labour body urges parliament to rethink Tobacco Control Bill amid economic concerns
Madlanga commissioner accuses KZN Hawks head of ‘evasion’
A commissioner at the Madlanga commission of inquiry says he believes KwaZulu-Natal head of the Hawks Maj-Gen Lesetja Senona is either not telling the commission the truth or is deliberately being evasive when asked to respond to questions.
Retired KZN woman catfished and robbed in romance scam
Lonely retiree falls victim to scam that results in online lover stealing her jewellery
PLAYOFF SCRAMBLE: Arsenal top table as Champions League group phase delivers goal spree
The European Champions League group stage came to an electric and dramatic conclusion as teams jostled for coveted positions on the 36-team log table. While some walked away ecstatic before the round of 16, many were disappointed with their final placings.
New malaria vaccines helped Ghana slash child deaths, until Trump, others cut aid
New vaccines are helping Ghana approach a long-sought goal of ending child deaths from malaria, demonstrating the potential of the shots to drive back a disease that kills nearly half a million young children every year in Africa.
Orlando Pirates release Ndah to explore new opportunities
Orlando Pirates have agreed to release Nigerian defender Olisa Ndah, allowing him to pursue more playing opportunities after recovering from injuries.
Johannesburg’s political drama: DA, ActionSA abstain
Mayor Dada Morero is facing a council bid to oust him from his position after a motion sponsored by coalition partner Al Jama-ah seeking to axe him. However, opposition parties in council have announced they want no part in the conflict.
SPOTLIGHT | The Bard’s life on the big screen, the Ton is back and movies to mark on your calendar
Spotlight is our bite-size entertainment snapshot featuring new releases in South Africa, exclusive film trailers and more.
Only 25% of South African unit trust funds outperformed the market
Schalk Louw, a portfolio manager and strategist at PSG Wealth, shared eye-opening information about the performance of South African unit trust funds.
China plans space‑based AI data centres, challenging Musk’s SpaceX ambitions
BEIJING, Jan 29 (Reuters) – China plans to launch space‑based artificial intelligence data centres over the next five years, state media reported on Thursday, a challenge to Elon Musk’s plan to deploy SpaceX data centres to the heavens.
South African property market shows signs of recovery
The South African property market is showing signs of recovery in 2026, with falling interest rates improving affordability for all buyers.
Ethiopian Airlines cancels flights to Tigray region after clashes
ADDIS ABABA, Jan 29 (Reuters) – Ethiopian Airlines cancelled flights to the northern territory of Tigray on Thursday and residents were trying to withdraw cash from banks after clashes between regional and national forces raised fears of renewed conflict.
Minnesota Governor Walz rules out running for elective office, saying ‘never again’
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan 28 (Reuters) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, describing himself as a political “lightning rod,” said on Wednesday he would never run for elective office again.
UK’s Starmer signals China reset in talks with Xi, eyes economic wins
BEIJING, Jan 29 (Reuters) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday that he wanted to build a “sophisticated relationship” with Beijing to bolster security and the economy, signalling a reset after years of strained ties.
Salif Keita to headline international jazz festival’s African debut
Legendary Malian musician Salif Keita will headline the inaugural African edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek from March 27 to 29.