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Rassie Erasmus wins Coach of the Year, eyes ‘next level’ rivalry against All Blacks in 2026
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus wins Coach of the Year, eyes ‘next level’ rivalry against All Blacks ...

Watch VideoTHE LAST WORD ON RUGBY PODCAST | The big talking points shaping the Springboks’ 2026 season

Leighton Koopman|Updated

Discover how the Springboks are preparing for their 2026 season and what it means for their Rugby World Cup journey in our latest episode of The Last Word on Rugby. ...

Trump, Netanyahu ‘Axis of Evil’ A Grave Threat to Global Peace

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

In the wake of escalating tensions in West Asia, this article examines the implications of the US and Israel's military actions against Iran, the resulting humanitarian ...

Can our leaders guide us through these troubled global waters?

MAZWI XABA|Published

How does the sinking of the Naghdi corvette reflect South Africa's precarious geopolitical position? Explore the implications of our historical ties with Iran and ...

Cosatu welcomes ex-MP Vincent Smith's seven-year prison sentence in Bosasa scandal

Staff Reporter|Published

Cosatu applauds the seven-year prison sentence handed to former MP Vincent Smith for his role in the Bosasa corruption scandal, marking a significant step in the ...

How a petrol attendant's act of kindness transformed a woman's life in Pretoria

Zelda Venter|Updated

Discover the inspiring story of Tembeka Sonkwele, whose life took a turn for the better thanks to the kindness of petrol attendant Benson Laka.

Mgcini Tshwaku dismisses claims of kidnapping during Alexandra operation

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

MMC Mgcini Tshwaku has denied claims he was kidnapped during a raid in Alexandra Township. Officials faced resistance at a suspected illegal brothel, but the situation ...

Meet Metropolitan’s Top 20 Collective Shapers 2026

Partnered Content|Published

The second phase saw the featured 20 finalists progress to a further four weeks of sector-specific training, applying those new behaviours to build frameworks for ...

Hijacked buildings face blackout as city power chases R14.6 million debt

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

City Power disconnected seven hijacked buildings in Braamfontein, Hillbrow, and Doornfontein, targeting properties with over R14.6 million in unpaid electricity ...

Gauteng educator arrested for alleged rape of Grade 12 learner

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

According to GDE spokesperson Steve Mabona, the allegations came to light after the learner's mother formally reported the matter to the school's principal on 2 ...

Former MP Vincent Smith sentenced to seven years in prison for corruption and fraud

IOL Reporter|Updated

The Johannesburg High Court sentenced the former MP, Vincent Smith to seven years direct imprisonment after reaching a plea and sentence agreement with the state. ...

Accused tearful as families demand justice for 14 children lost in Vaal crash

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

Families of 14 children killed in a devastating scholar transport crash confronted the accused driver in court on Thursday, saying they are still struggling to accept ...

Gauteng crime stats: Alarming rise in kidnappings

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

Despite a marginal decrease in crime rates, Gauteng police remain on high alert as kidnappings and hijackings threaten community safety.

AACIS’26 Opens a $40 Trillion Gateway for South African Investors in Abuja

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Discover how AACIS'26 is set to bridge Africa and the Caribbean, unlocking a $40 trillion market for South African investors. Are you ready to seize this opportunity? ...

EXCLUSIVE: Henke Pistorius says son Oscar is a 'quality man' as he reflects on Reeva Steenkamp tragedy

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

In raising Oscar, the qualities that I tried to instill in him were all learned successfully," Henke Pistorius, the father of disgraced Paralympian Oscar Pistorius ...

Bitcoin surges amid relief rally and Trump’s intervention

BR Reporter|Updated

Bitcoin has surged 8% to $73,777, its highest level in a month. What factors are driving this rebound, and how is Trump's support for digital assets influencing ...

The state of South Africa–Iran trade: A decade after halting oil imports

Nicola Mawson|Updated

South Africa’s trade with Iran remains limited, with exports falling from $19.6 million in 2024 to $6.1 million in 2025 and imports at $3.7 million last year. The ...

Iran ready to assist South Africans in evacuating from the escalating Middle East conflict

Karabo Ngoepe|Updated

Iran stands ready to assist in evacuating South Africans stranded in the Middle East as violence escalates, with Ambassador Mansour Shakib Mehr urging immediate ...

Gauteng High Court orders urgent eviction of residents from dangerous Melgisedek buildings

Zelda Venter|Updated

The Gauteng High Court has ordered the eviction of over 400 residents from the Melgisedek buildings in Tshwane, citing severe safety concerns.

'We will continue to fight against Israel and US' - Iran’s ambassador to South Africa

Karabo Ngoepe|Updated

Iran reaffirms its determination to confront the US and Israel, claiming self-defence against what it labels an unprovoked attack.