How police failed to prevent ex-ANC bigwig Sindiso Magaqa's murder

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

New evidence presented at the Madlanga Commission reveals that police officials in KwaZulu-Natal ignored warnings about an assassination plot against former ANC ...

Zulu king forges ahead with plan to rename KwaZulu-Natal despite backlash

Willem Phungula|Updated

The king’s argument is that prior to the colonisation of the province, the area was known as KwaZulu and fell under the Zulu kingdom. He said the colonisers renamed ...

Delay in Nkabinde Inquiry as Shamila Batohi's funding dispute and other problems revealed

Zelda Venter|Updated

Shamila Batohi's non-evidence at the Nkabinde Inquiry, as well as other hiccups, are delaying the Nkabinde Inquiry into the fitness of Advocate Andrew Chauke to ...

Madlanga Commission | Gopaul accuses Mchunu of abusing police power for ANC interests

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Gopaul told the commission that Mchunu appeared concerned about Govender’s political standing in the ward, particularly after Govender defected from the ANC to the ...

Gold hits new high as it surges past $5,000 - but how much further could it climb in 2026?

Jason Woosey|Updated

Gold has surged past the $5,000 mark for the first time, driven by global economic uncertainty and market interventions. What does this mean for investors, and how ...

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 ...

Tshwane warns motorists: Unclaimed impounded vehicles face crushing after 28 February

Wendy Dondolo|Updated

Motorists in Tshwane are urged to claim their impounded vehicles by 28 February 2026, or risk having them crushed. The TMPD warns that unclaimed vehicles dating ...

Madlanga Commission: KZN cops ignored warnings about an assassination plot targeting Sindiso Magaqa

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

New evidence presented at the Madlanga Commission reveals that police officials in KwaZulu-Natal ignored warnings about an assassination plot against former ANC ...

Manchester United for sale? Saudi billionaire’s social media post sends fans into frenzy

Lunga Biyela|Updated

A Saudi billionaire's intriguing social media post ignites excitement among Manchester United fans after their dramatic 3-2 victory over Arsenal in the Premier League. ...

National Community Arts Indaba 2026: The Room Was Full, the Fire was Intense

Bongani Nicholas Ngomane and Kelebogile Letsholo.|Updated

At the National Community Arts Centres Indaba 2026, over 120 delegates gathered to confront the pressing challenges facing South Africa's creative sector. What truths ...

Equity must be at the heart of development

Flora Teckie|Published

Embedding equity and justice into global development efforts can transform societies and ensure prosperity for all.

Herman Mashaba hesitant to run for Johannesburg mayor as ActionSA expands coalition

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

ActionSA leader, Herman Mashaba says he is not in a hurry to declare his mayoral candidacy for the City of Johannesburg ahead of the local government elections.

Trump administration's global health cuts create humanitarian crisis

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A year after the Trump administration’s drastic cuts to global health aid, Doctors Without Borders reveals the staggering consequences for vulnerable communities ...

No bail: Victor Majola to remain behind bars in DJ Warras murder case

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Victor Mthethwa Majola, accused of orchestrating the murder of DJ Warras, has been denied bail by the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court, raising questions about the ...

Tshwane Mayor's utility debt claim sparks controversy with Correctional Services

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya's announcement regarding an R8 million utility debt owed by Kgosi Mampuru II Correctional Facility has ignited a fierce dispute with the ...

Handcuffed prisoner escapes Tzaneen police station, manhunt launched

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Police in Tzaneen have launched an urgent manhunt for 20-year-old Leonard Letswalo who escaped custody while still wearing handcuffs. The awaiting-trial prisoner, ...

Police stoned, vehicle tyres slashed in Winterveldt amid community protest over illegal alcohol sales clampdown

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Community members in Winterveldt confronted Tshwane Metro Police during a routine operation to confiscate illegally sold alcohol, leading to injuries and arrests. ...

ANC implements war room strategy to confront local government challenges

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

The ANC has established a dedicated 'war room' led by Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula to address critical local government failures and improve service delivery ...