The restaurant named the ‘best culinary experience in South Africa’
South Africa’s best culinary experience in 2025 was created around a simple, ancient idea: Salt.
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South Africans worse off now than in 2015
South Africa’s GDP per capita has declined over the past decade, with this trend expected to continue in 2025 and 2026, presenting a significant threat to the country.
The South African province with only one ambulance for every 20,000 people
According to the DA, the province only has 149 operational ambulances.
Africa’s forest hornbills gain global protection as Cites lists species for first time
A coalition of African nations has secured new Cites controls on the international trade of hornbills amid concerns over habitat loss and surging demand for body parts
WEATHER: Severe thunderstorms and flooding expected in SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Sunday, 7 December 2025.
Eleven killed as mass shootings continue to rock Gauteng
At least 11 people were killed on Saturday in a mass shooting in Pretoria.
High-end restaurant opens in South Africa’s richest city
A new restaurant, La Salud, has officially opened in Ann Crescent in Sandton, Johannesburg, promising diners a global dining experience.
Assassination of key witness adds to mounting pressure on police
Witness D was killed in a shooting outside his home on Friday, 5 December.
Hidden threat to South Africa’s crown jewel
South Africa’s large and highly concentrated financial sector poses a growing risk to broader economic stability despite strong regulation.
White people are doing pretty well in South Africa, despite what Trump claims
Debate, prompted largely by US President Donald Trump’s stance on South Africa, has raged over whether South Africa is legislatively discriminating against white people.
South Africa going from zero to hero
South Africa has seen a string of positive economic data filter in over the past few months, with the country showing strong signs of recovery and positive momentum.
Les than 40% of criminal cases are solved in South Africa
Over the past ten years, 21.5 million criminal cases have been registered, of which only 37% have been solved.
How 20 books make all the difference
Children growing up in homes with many books receive three years more schooling than children from bookless homes, a study shows
Preschoolers falling through the cracks
SA spends just 1.8% of its education budget on ECD: the damage shows
Sub-Sahara’s severe nature losses
Most of the continent’s wildlife survives outside of protected areas
WEATHER: SAWS flags risk of flooding, hail and strong winds in SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Saturday, 6 December 2025.
Most-asked beauty questions of 2025
The most-asked beauty questions of 2025 are finally revealed. Here’s what everyone begged ChatGPT to explain.
Johannesburg mayor unseated as ANC regional chair
Dada Morero has been replaced as ANC Johannesburg chair by Finance MMC Loyiso Masuku, who has a history linked to scandal.
How tourism SMMEs can make big bucks this December
The December holiday rush is more than a busy season; it is a powerful opportunity for small tourism businesses to boost revenue and build long-term visibility. KwaZulu-Natal alone expects more than two million visitors this festive season, generating around R13 billion in economic activity. For South Africa’s small, medium and micro enterprises, this is the […]
Crime Intelligence head allowed to return to work
This comes after General Dumisani Khumalo’s bail conditions were relaxed.
Loyiso Masuku elected new ANC Johannesburg regional chairperson, ousting Dada Morero
The party’s regional conference was a clean sweep for Masuku’s faction