VEXED ALLIANCE: ANC’s long friendship with Iran has come at a cost
The SA government has for many years faithfully defended Iran at the UN
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EXPLAINER: How the US-Israeli attacks on Iran affect SA travellers to and from Middle East
As conflict erupts in the Middle East, South African travellers face flight suspensions and safety concerns — here’s what you need to know before you travel.
100 still on run after evading police custody
At least 100 people arrested for serious crimes are still roaming the streets or in hiding after escaping from police stations or while in transit across SA last year.
Illegal mining kingpin ‘Tiger’ still at large a year after escape
James “Tiger” Tshoeli, a Lesotho national and alleged mastermind behind illegal mining in Stilfontein, escaped police custody in January 2025, with the suspected help of four officers
Raza-sharp Zimbabwe fall to unbeaten Proteas in closing Super Eights T20 World Cup match
South Africa 154 for 5 (Dewald Brevis 42, Sikandar Raza 3-29) beat Zimbabwe 153 for 7 (Sikandar Raza 73, Kwena Maphaka 2-21) by five wickets.
Analysis: We have fresh young leaders — but where are their fresh, new ideas?
Despite a wave of young leaders entering South Africa’s politics, innovative thinking remains elusive as outdated ideologies and coalition complexities stifle new ideas and fresh solutions.
OUR CITY NEWS: Buckle up for onslaught of electricity cuts, City Power warns Joburg
Residents in Johannesburg should prepare for multiple power outages as City Power embarks on extensive maintenance work, revealing the city’s critical infrastructure challenges and need for upgrades.
Petrol price disaster looms in South Africa
Prolonged conflict around the Persian Gulf could push oil towards $100 a barrel, with any increase compounded locally by fuel levy increases announced in the 2026 Budget.
News24 | Young Jarvis ‘had a feeling’ as SA Open victory earns him Major ticket
South African golfer Casey Jarvis felt on top of the word as he reigned supreme at Stellenbosch Golf Club to lift the SA Open title and earn back-to-back DP World Tour titles.
VACANT POSTS: Red tape leaves crucial safety jobs unfilled in Nelson Mandela Bay
According to a report by the departments’s acting executive director, Shadrack Sibiya, delays in filling posts are partly due to internal bureaucracy, with other municipal departments holding up the approvals needed to appoint staff.
Rayners’ brace seals 3-1 victory for Sundowns over Sekhukhune
Iqraam Rayners came off the bench to inspire Mamelodi Sundowns to a 3-1 victory over Sekhukhune United in their league match at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday.
News24 | Stolen, contaminated pet food has hit Gauteng — top brands affected
Batches of its contaminated pet food have been stolen and are now being sold in Gauteng, RCL Foods warned on Sunday.
News24 | Monday’s weather: Yellow warnings issued for Limpopo, Mpumalanga and the coast
The South African Weather Service has warned of severe weather across several provinces, including a Yellow Level 4 warning for thunderstorms with heavy downpours over the eastern part of both Limpopo and Mpumalanga.
Threats, lies and no escape: Extortion economy — How syndicates are holding Nelson Mandela Bay to ransom
In Nelson Mandela Bay, extortion syndicates are exploiting personal vulnerabilities, demanding protection fees from businesses and carving out no-go zones — while police admit they cannot tackle a crime few victims are willing to report.
News24 | TV personality Ian von Memerty dies at 61 in ‘act of self-deliverance’
South African personality Ian von Memerty has died at the age of 61.