The province with the highest rape rate in South Africa
The Eastern Cape has consistently had the highest rape rate over the past five years, and the latest SAPS crime statistics show that this trend is continuing.
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News24 | Red-hot copper lifts Zambia’s kwacha, along with other African currencies
Zambia’s kwacha rose, joining a rally in the currencies of other African metal producers, as a surge in the price of copper promises to boost export earnings.
South Africans Abroad: Sundowns tries to lure SA star from Europe
Mamelodi Sundowns have quietly begun their recruitment processes, and this time around they’re looking around Europe.
News24 | Boxer Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria highway crash: media, police source
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a fatal highway accident that killed two people Monday, Nigerian media reported.
News24 | Famed sculptor and jewellery designer John Skotnes dies
Known for his contributions to modern printmaking and his dedication to nurturing artists during apartheid, John Skotnes leaves behind a legacy of creativity and inspiration.
‘I assumed he was black’: Afrikaner ‘refugee’ detained for months in United States ICE facility
Benjamin Schoonwinkel shares a dormitory with dozens of immigrants, mostly Spanish speakers, and earns R33 a day for cleaning duties.
Bok coaches to provide short-term support to the Bulls
Springbok assistant coaches Felix Jones and Jerry Flannery, SA Rugby mobi-unit coach Duane Vermeulen and head of athletic performance Andy Edwards will provide short-term support to the Bulls after a request from the franchise for assistance in specific t
News24 | WATCH | From struggle to smiles: Operation Smile transforms family’s life
When Dorah Gunduyana heard her son, Kamohelo, had a cleft lip and palate, she had no idea what the doctors were talking about.
‘Gagasi FM will not speculate’: Felix Hlophe off air for personal reasons
Gagasi FM presenter Felix Hlophe has been given time off air to deal with personal issues.
Employee hospitalised after ‘drugging incident’ at Durban Summer Souk
An employee working at the Durban Summer Souk was rushed to hospital after allegedly ingesting a medication given to her by a colleague, the event’s organiser said on Monday.
Crunch time for Bafana as they take on Zimbabwe for Afcon knockout place
There will be no room for error when Bafana Bafana take on neighbours Zimbabwe in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations clash at Marrakesh Stadium on Monday afternoon.
Family seeks help after 3 die in Doornkop building collapse
Family of three people who died in the Doornkop building collapse asks for assistance to lay their loved ones to rest.
VIDEO: Watch – From qualification to crisis: The turbulent year of Bafana Bafana
In this episode we unpack the highs and lows of South African football in 2025 — from Hugo Broos’s disciplined team heading to the World Cup and AFCON, to Banyana Banyana’s disappointing Wafcon defence, the public standoff between Desiree Ellis and SAFA, and the growing scandal surrounding Danny Jordaan and his leadership.
THE INTERVIEW: How a South African studio turned an ancient story into a modern, animated, record-breaking triumph
From South Africa to the world — local filmmakers Phil Cunningham and Brent Dawes talk about bringing the Old Testament tale of David to the screen as an animated feature film.
LOOKING AHEAD: Wetter skies to ease heat in 2026 but raise flood risk across SA’s interior provinces
Much of South Africa could experience above-normal rainfall and days that are not as hot as usual in 2026.
ESCAPE NEWSLETTER: Slow down, press play: The podcasts, shows and music that captured 2025
This article first appeared as a Maverick Life newsletter. Taking time to sit back and listen – whether to music, a story or podcast – can offer comfort and clarity in a rather (very, very) noisy world. Over 2025, we have celebrated the work of local musicians and shared in-depth conversations about the topics that have kept South Africa talking, from South Africa’s deepening crises of...
The most active parliamentary committees of 2025
The Standing Committee on Public Accounts convened for over 40 hours during November.