Election showdown looms over Johannesburg as service delivery crisis mount
Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Election showdown looms over Johannesburg as service delivery crisis mount

Political parties clash over Gauteng's crime statistics

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Gauteng remains South Africa’s crime hotspot despite national declines in murder and violent crime, according to the latest third-quarter statistics from the South ...

SACP slams Ramaphosa for halting National Health Insurance implementation

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Two years after the NHI Act was signed into law, the ambitious healthcare reform remains in limbo, stalled by sustained legal and political opposition, including ...

Limpopo man receives 11-year jail sentence for brutal rape of teenager

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Makibelo approached the young woman armed with a broken bottle and forcefully dragged her from the vehicle. He later returned with a knife, again pulling her out ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE | Sharks star Jordan Hendrikse refocused on Springboks dream after ‘broken down’ season

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a challenging season filled with injuries, Sharks flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse reflects on his journey back to form and his aspirations for a Springboks return. ...

Watch VideoBulls and Stormers rejoin the URC action as teams face crucial weekend in SA Shield race

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the Bulls and Stormers gear up for a crucial weekend in the United Rugby Championship, the stakes have never been higher in the race for the SA Shield title.

Watch VideoBruising battles await as Lions and Sharks collide at Ellis Park with URC SA Shield at stake

Leighton Koopman|Published

While the visitors arrive without a host of Springboks, the derby remains loaded with intrigue — including heavyweight scrums, Bok-versus-Bok clashes and a scrumhalf ...

Jon Rahm looks forward to ‘special, rowdy atmosphere’ at LIV Golf South Africa debut

Leighton Koopman|Published

Jon Rahm is set to make his much-anticipated debut in South Africa at the LIV Golf tournament in March, promising an electrifying atmosphere as he competes in front ...

Diplomatic immunity explained: What it means for Robert Mugabe’s embattled son Chatunga

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, 28, has been charged with attempted murder after a Hyde Park shooting, as an expert says diplomatic immunity is unlikely to shield him ...

Chatunga Mugabe behind bars: Revisiting Grace Mugabe’s assault saga and her hurried exit from South Africa

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

As Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe faces attempted murder charges, attention has returned to his mother Grace Mugabe’s 2017 assault case in South Africa — an incident ...

Race against time: Ekapa mine rescue enters critical phase

Staff Reporter|Updated

A massive, multi-agency rescue operation is continuing at Ekapa Minerals’ Joint Shaft Mine in Kimberley after a sudden mud rush trapped five mineworkers nearly 890 ...

AU Leaders' Summit: Translating Lofty Promises Into Action

Kim Heller|Published

The 39th African Union Summit highlighted the critical issues of water scarcity and sanitation in Africa, yet failed to deliver concrete solutions or binding commitments, ...

Jesse Jackson's Enduring Legacy in the Fight for Justice and Freedom

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy transcends borders, as he championed civil rights in the United States and fought against apartheid in South Africa, reminding us of ...

Relief for families as four trafficked South Africans return from Ukraine

Bongani Hans|Updated

Amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, families of South Africans trafficked for military training breathe a sigh of relief as four men return home, but fears remain ...

Concerns over Public Protector Gcaleka's recusal in salary investigation

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Political analysts express concerns over Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka's recusal from the investigation into Parliament Secretary Xolile George's salary increase. ...

Watch VideoNo more excuses: Ellis Park run must power Lions’ URC playoff charge

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Lions’ season hinges on a six-game home stretch that could finally propel them into the URC playoffs. With momentum, squad depth and scheduling in their favour, ...

Watch VideoLions target URC season double over Sharks in 'Test-level intensity' clash at Ellis Park

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the Lions prepare for a crucial URC derby against the Sharks, both teams are set for a clash of Test-match intensity at Ellis Park, with playoff implications ...

Six key details to know about the Hyde Park shooting involving Robert Mugabe’s son

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A gardener is in critical condition following a shooting at the Hyde Park residence of Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, as Gauteng police launch an investigation into ...

Catch Bucie and DJ Kent live as Johannesburg hosts a massive weekend of music and culture

Karishma Dipa|Published

Experience a weekend of music and connection at The Soirée Lover’s Edition 2026, alongside outdoor activities and performances by top local artists in Johannesburg. ...

Student allowances being diverted to gambling, NSFAS intervenes

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Student financial aid meant for education expenses is increasingly being diverted to gambling, prompting NSFAS and the National Gambling Board to launch a joint ...