Babyface and other top international acts in Joburg this weekend
Karishma Dipa|Published

Babyface and other top international acts in Joburg this weekend

Silencing Africa's Guns Remains A Dream Deferred

Kim Heller|Published

The guns in Africa are far from being silenced. Instead, they are getting louder and shriller. The African Union's 'Silencing the Guns' initiative is horribly off ...

Visa fraud and human trafficking at OR Tambo International Airport, as 30 foreign nationals intercepted

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Border Management Authority officials intercepted 30 foreign nationals at OR Tambo International Airport, uncovering attempts linked to human trafficking and visa ...

Whistleblower Protection is Vital for the Building of an Ethical Democracy

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

The courage of whistleblowers serves the public interest and upholds democratic accountability. Strengthening whistleblower protection is an essential step towards ...

Menzi Simelane's legacy: Why his NDPP candidacy is controversial

Zelda Venter|Updated

Menzi Simelane, the last candidate shortlisted for the National Director of Public Prosecutions, faces backlash over his controversial history and past misconduct ...

The ANC emperor is naked: No weaving or spinning can hide the truth any more

MAZWI XABA|Published

In a world where truth is often obscured, the ANC's leadership has been exposed as a façade, much like the vain ruler in the 19th-century tale, " The Emperor’s New ...

Watch VideoNurturing culture in the workplace: need-to-have not just nice-to-have

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Explore how nurturing a strong company culture can empower South African businesses to thrive in a hybrid working environment, celebrating diversity and shared values. ...

UP researchers triumph at NSTF ‘Science Oscars’ with five major awards

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The University of Pretoria celebrates personal achievements and is dedicated to pushing science and innovation forward in South Africa, a big step towards our country's ...

Afrikaner Theatrics Underscores the Fragility of National Reconciliation

Zamikhaya Maseti|Published

The country must be anchored on a singular principle, that socio-economic justice is the moral and political foundation upon which a durable and inclusive South ...

Independent Media hits back at Daily Maverick ‘misrepresentations’ over Competition Commission appeal

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Independent Media accuses Daily Maverick of hypocrisy in a heated exchange over the Competition Commission's MDPMI report, defending its constitutional right to ...

Who will succeed Cyril Ramaphosa? Motsepe emerges as a surprising front-runner in the ANC race

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

The race to succeed President Cyril Ramaphosa as ANC leader intensifies, with billionaire Patrice Motsepe emerging as a surprising front-runner in recent polls.

‘South Africa is our enemy’: US Senator John Kennedy pushes for Pretoria’s removal from AGOA

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

US Senator John Kennedy told a Senate hearing that “South Africa is our enemy right now,” with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer agreeing as both men discussed ...

Advocate Xolisile Khanyile's vision for NPA leadership: Prioritising commission recommendations

Zelda Venter|Updated

Advocate Xolisile Khanyile, a seasoned prosecutor, presents her vision for the National Director of Public Prosecutions role, emphasising the need to act on commission ...

Tshwane residents face pool closures due to chlorine shortage

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Once again, Tshwane residents are grappling with pool closures as a chlorine delivery shortage disrupts access to vital swimming facilities.

Eco geniuses in uniform: SA school teams sweep National Youth Entrepreneurship Awards

Saturday Star Reporter|Updated

Teen climate innovators from SA schools stole the spotlight at the 2025 Step Up Awards, winning top honours for solutions tackling unemployment, pollution, and environmental ...

Relief for Laudium as long-standing sinkhole finally repaired amid Tshwane's R180m crisis

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

After years of uncertainty, the sinkhole at the Laudium Soccer Grounds has been successfully repaired, providing relief to residents of Region 4. However, the city ...

Luxury drip or dirty money? Zille’s criticism puts Imogen Mashazi's fashion in taxman's crosshairs

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi is at the centre of a growing national scandal after details of her multimillion-rand luxury purchases drew sharp criticism ...

Matric Exam Leak: Department employee behind leak says Gwarube

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

Minister Siviwe Gwarube has confirmed a leak of seven NSC exam papers in Pretoria, traced to DBE staff. The breach, affecting a small group of learners, is under ...

Minister Gwarube confirms leak of seven Grade 12 exam papers, investigation ongoing into breach

Mercury Reporter|Updated

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube reveals a significant breach involving the leak of National Senior Certificate examination papers at seven Tshwane high schools, ...

Should South Africa follow Australia’s social media ban for children?

Thami Magubane|Updated

Smartphone Free Childhood South Africa advocates for a ban on social media access for children under 16, following international trends. While some support tighter ...