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Trial delays for Corrine Jackson: A call for justice after nearly a decade
Genevieve Serra|Published

Trial delays for Corrine Jackson: A call for justice after nearly a decade

Junior River Wardens collect 112kg of litter from Lagoon Beach

Staff Reporter|Published

Junior River Wardens collected 112.16kg of litter along 500m of coastline. These included plastic bottles, sweet and chip packets, fishing line, cans, discarded ...

Teenager confesses to the brutal murder and rape of 79-year-old

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

A teenage boy's chilling confession reveals the brutal rape, murder, and robbery of 79-year-old Valerie Enziar on her isolated farm in Ladismith, shedding light ...

Porterville High's Marlon Kayster breaks records as the fastest under-18 sprinter in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

At just 17, Marlon Kayster from Porterville has set a new benchmark as South Africa's fastest under-18 sprinter, clocking 10.31 seconds in the 100m and earning spots ...

Watch VideoPollard or Libbok: Ankle injury to Feinberg-Mngomezulu leaves Springboks with major fly-half puzzle

Leighton Koopman|Published

An ankle injury to Stormers star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu leaves Rassie Erasmus weighing up options between Pollard, Libbok, and a few wildcard contenders for the ...

Western Cape Education Department urges parents to confirm school placements for 2027

Genevieve Serra|Published

The Western Cape Education Department is urging parents to confirm school placement offers for 2027 as the admissions process continues, with over 64,000 spaces ...

Watch VideoURC semi-finals: Five key battles that could decide Stormers’ fate against Leinster

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the Stormers prepare to face Leinster in a high-stakes URC semi-final, we explore five key battles that could shape the outcome of this thrilling encounter.

Watch VideoWorld Cup 2026: Abongile Tom aims to make refereeing 'fashionable' on global stage

Mihlali Baleka|Published

SA referee Abongile Tom opens up about making his World Cup debut, handling PSL criticism, and why SAFA must finally introduce VAR.

Fraudsters pose as police to scam Stellenbosch woman out of R10 000

Brandon Nel|Updated

A Stellenbosch woman lost R10,000 to fraudsters impersonating police, who falsely accused her of drug smuggling.

Watch VideoWATCH | The Last Word on Rugby: Stormers and Bulls Chase URC final spots in unfamiliar territory

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Stormers and Bulls are the last South African teams standing in the URC. Can they overcome the odds and secure their spots in the final against top-tier opponents? ...

Ramaphosa highlights youth unemployment as a major concern for South Africa's future

Simon Majadibodu|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged that unemployment remains a major challenge in South Africa, but said the government is taking steps to create job opportunities. ...

FlySafair slashes fuel fees, providing relief for Mzansi travellers

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

FlySafair's latest fuel surcharge reduction brings significant savings for South African travellers, as jet fuel prices show promising declines.

Surge in taxi-related murders as two more victims killed within 24 hours

Marsha Dean|Published

In a week marked by escalating violence, two men were shot dead at a taxi rank in Masiphumele, following a mass shooting in Nyanga that left four dead.

Ponzi scheme mastermind sentenced to 15 years for defrauding investors

Chevon Booysen|Published

Andrew Paul Futcher, a 62-year-old Ponzi scheme fraudster, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for defrauding investors of over R9.2 million through false promises ...

New Safe Sleeping Zone opens in District Six

WESLEY FORD|Published

Learn about the newly launched Safe Sleeping Zone in District Six, which offers essential shelter and support for the homeless during winter, aiming for long-term ...

Fernando da Cruz to Kaizer Chiefs? Why Amakhosi's coaching rumours don't make sense

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly linking up with Fernando da Cruz to replace Nasreddine Nabi, but the recycling of the old coaching regime raises serious questions.

Proposed changes to Charl Malan Street open for public comment

Staff Reporter|Published

The City of Cape Town invites residents to share their thoughts on exciting proposed changes to Charl Malan Street, aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety and transforming ...

Father and daughter duo volunteer to change lives with cleft surgery

Tara Isaacs|Published

A father and daughter joined a dedicated team in Johannesburg, transforming the lives of children born with cleft conditions.

Cape Town theatre week explores what shapes us and what we believe

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

This week’s theatre line-up in Cape Town moves through three emotional landscapes: the weight of identity and belonging, the fragility of love and choice, and the ...

Watch VideoLessons from Bordeaux and Lions could hold key for Stormers in Leinster URC semi-final

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the Stormers prepare for their crucial URC semi-final against Leinster, they look to the successful strategies of Bordeaux and the lessons from the Lions' defeat. ...