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South Africans support military presence, but want lasting answers to crime
While many citizens welcome the army’s presence on the streets, there is growing pressure for deeper solutions.
SOCCER SAGA: Uncertainty over Wafcon host is another sign of disrespect for women’s soccer
The confusion about who’s hosting the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations is another example of how women’s soccer is mishandled and often treated with disdain.
Five talking points from round two of the Six Nations
The second weekend of the Six Nations brings redemption for Scotland, an end to England’s unbeaten run, another blistering display from France and Ireland facing a serious threat.
End of South Africa’s meltdown
South Africa’s improving public finances and economic outlook have ended its credit-rating slump, with further upgrades expected in the coming years.
Female athletes hit back at ‘weird’ and ‘derogatory’ comments about their appearance
Sporting stars describe unsolicited comments about their looks, as a survey suggests fewer girls have ambitions to become top athletes.
Royal Mail letters sit undelivered ‘for weeks’ as parcels prioritised, staff say
Staff and customers tell the BBC prioritising parcels can mean missed NHS appointments and late payment fines.
Police framed man for murder of Korean student, new evidence suggests
Officers knew CCTV discredited their key witness in murder conviction of Omar Benguit, Panorama finds.
Moshe Ndiki reveals the joy of mgidi through mothers’ eyes
Moshe Ndiki anchors new reality TV series Mgidi Moms.
Trump’s new world order has become real and Europe is having to adjust fast
European nations are asking whether traditional alliances can suffice, or whether they should be diversifying
Sydney police plead for return of man, 85, kidnapped by mistake
Police say they’re ‘a million percent confident’ Chris Baghsarian was not the intended target.
One man warned about South Africa’s water crisis 18 years ago – and was suspended
Dr. Anthony Turton warned 18 years ago that South Africa is facing a water crisis, which can lead to public anger and social unrest. This is now playing out in real time.
Government’s ‘hidden tax’ chasing taxpayers out of South Africa
South Africa’s narrow tax base may not be able to take the strain of a third consecutive Budget that does not adjust personal income tax brackets for inflation.
How I dodge a R6k car repairs bill
Car dealerships oftentimes use their brand power to win the trust of vehicle owners but come at hefty cost hence its advisable to also look for private and certified car mechanics for a better deal.
Murder suspect husband loses another bail bid
Medical doctor ‘killed by hitmen’ was going through divorce.
KZN transport MEC condemns alleged extortion of Bolt driver, plans e-hailing summit
The e-hailing driver was allegedly held for ransom at the offices of a local taxi association
Patient outraged as doctor double bills him and medical aid for same treatment
A Gauteng man has been fighting for weeks to get reimbursed after he realised he paid his doctor twice for the same medical treatment.
Court gives Ekurhuleni go-ahead to discipline official in R2bn revenue loss
The Johannesburg High Court has allowed the City of Ekurhuleni to proceed with disciplinary hearings against suspended CIO Moloko Monyepao, who is linked to a R2bn revenue shortfall due to failures in the municipality’s billing system. Judge Leonie Windell dismissed Monyepao’s urgent application to halt the proceedings, citing self-created urgency and attributing delays to Monyepao’s own...
WHAT’S COOKING: Lekker Brekker: Kedgeree, a spicy start (or end) to the day
Kedgeree has become one of those almost forgotten dishes that were much more popular in fairly recent memory. Though it’s often a breakfast or brunch dish, I’ve enjoyed it for supper too.
ByteDance to curb AI video app after Disney legal threat
Videos featuring Spider-Man and other characters which are Disney’s intellectual property have gone viral since Seedance’s update.