Cricket behind times on coaches’ on-field influence – Buttler
Cricket may be behind the times with innovation and how involved coaches are with on-field decisions, says England wicketkeeper Jos Buttler.
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ISS TODAY: New SAPS task team is a start, but only a small step toward justice for police corruption in SA
Allegations against the Ekurhuleni-based group expose major gaps in the current approach to overseeing and investigating police corruption.
Business piles pressure on Ramaphosa over Eskom’s revised unbundling
Business leaders fear new unbundling plans threaten investment in the national grid
MEDIA MATTERS: The gutting of The Washington Post is a warning we can’t ignore
The Washington Post once told the world that ‘democracy dies in darkness’. This past week, the darkness arrived. Not from an authoritarian decree, but from an owner’s calculated surrender.
New Haval Jolion Pro Limited Edition arrives in South Africa
Aimed at buyers looking to stand out in the compact SUV segment, the newcomer differentiates itself with green exterior trim accents, green brake calipers and limited-edition branded carpets.
RESOURCE WAR OP-ED: Organised extraction: Congo’s conflict began with minerals, not myths
The Democratic Republic of Congo conflict is a resource war driven by mineral extraction, not just myths. Violence became entrenched as control over gold, coltan and other minerals proved economically sustainable, involving regional actors and global supply chains.
SORRY STATE OP-ED: Oratorically speaking, Sona is so very nah
With some help from Zapiro, Mike Wills rummages through Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address history.
Pick n Pay hit hard
Pick n Pay’s share price has plummeted following a warning of a significant headline loss for the 2026 financial year.
WHAT’S COOKING: Salad Days: Celery! Apples! Walnuts! Grapes! Yes, it’s a Waldorf Salad
Let’s be better than Basil Fawlty – and his long-suffering Fawlty Towers chef – and make a proper Waldorf Salad.
INDABA ‘SPAT’: Mantashe clashes with DRC counterpart over its critical minerals deal with US
During a heated exchange at the Mining Indaba, Gwede Mantashe challenged the Democratic Republic of Congo’s critical minerals agreement with the US, stressing the need for continental unity in Africa’s resource management.
Major changes coming for FlySafair
Harith General Partners, a South African private equity firm, is in advanced talks to acquire budget airline FlySafair.
Big changes coming for South Africa’s largest airline
South African private equity firm Harith General Partners plans to acquire budget carrier FlySafair as the investor with $3 billion in assets expands its transport portfolio on the continent.
Three things that could bring Starmer down – and what might save him
Sir Keir’s survival as Labour leader and prime minister hangs in the balance, writes Nick Eardley.
Popular activities in Durban
Discover the sun-soaked shores and vibrant culture of Durban with our guide to the coastal adventures and city gems awaiting you in 2026.
Samwu claims overtime fraud by senior JMPD official
A senior Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department officer is facing allegations that she unfairly benefited financially by claiming allowances linked to days off.
OPINION | Legalising Gauteng’s traffic wardens boosts fight against crime
Peace officers’ new status bolsters safety in communities
WATCH LIVE | Paul O’Sullivan before parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating corruption allegations
Parliament’s ad hoc committee investigating allegations of corruption in the criminal justice system is hearing evidence from private forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan.
Silicosis settlement: R2.5bn disbursed by Tshiamiso Trust
The Tshiamiso Trust says it has officially reached the halfway mark in administering compensation under the historic silicosis and TB settlement agreement.
CareerKit tackles youth unemployment with board game innovation
Young people match their skills with in-demand career paths
South Africa still seen as more corrupt than ever before
Transparency International has released its Corruption Perceptions Index for 2025, revealing that South Africa has failed to improve its standing, remaining at a score of 41 out of 100.