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Jerome ‘Donkie’ Booysen's home targeted in burglary
Robin - Lee Francke|Published

Jerome ‘Donkie’ Booysen's home targeted in burglary

Watch VideoOswin Appollis stays grounded despite flying start at Orlando Pirates

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Oswin Appollis says his focus remains on helping Orlando Pirates win, not individual recognition, as they prepare to face Kaizer Chiefs.

Suspect in Emmarentia road rage shooting faces prosecution

Manyane Manyane|Published

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced plans to prosecute the suspect involved in a tragic road rage shooting in Emmarentia.

Why Franschhoek Literary Festival 2026 is a must for book lovers

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Join fellow book lovers at the Franschhoek Literary Festival 2026, where renowned authors and thought leaders come together to explore the power of storytelling. ...

Khayelitsha spaza shop workers gunned down during bread delivery

Marsha Dean|Published

Two foreign nationals were shot dead in Khayelitsha while unloading bread deliveries, raising serious concerns about the rampant extortion threats faced by small ...

Watch VideoMandla Ncikazi downplays Soweto derby pressure ahead of Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs clash

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Having beaten AmaZulu FC 3-0 in their last match, Pirates will be eager to maintain their scoring momentum heading into the high-stakes encounter.

Cape Town beaches crowned world’s best as Boulders Beach takes global No.1 spot

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

In a stunning opportunity for Cape Town, the city’s Boulders Beach has been named the world’s favourite beach, leading to renewed calls for conservation efforts. ...

Luxury homes in Cape Town's Southern suburbs sell rapidly, with prices soaring to R65 million

Nicola Mawson|Published

Properties in areas like Newlands and Bantry Bay are changing hands within weeks as demand drives prices up far above the national average.

Watch VideoFrom sweat to silverware: The Stellenbosch secret behind Blitzboks' Hong Kong triumph

Mike Greenaway|Published

With the SVNS World Championship in Valladolid looming next month, the Blitzboks are already resetting their focus on the physical and mental demands required to ...

Watch VideoStormers weigh up Damian Willemse shuffle for crunch Glasgow clash

John Goliath|Published

As the Stormers prepare for a high-stakes encounter with the table-topping Glasgow Warriors, coach John Dobson faces a critical selection decision regarding Damian ...

Strand's Javia Mosque gains Provincial Heritage Site status

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The historic Javia Mosque in Strand has been officially declared a Provincial Heritage Site, recognising its cultural significance and providing legal protection ...

The neuroscience behind your attachment to teenage music

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Explore the neuroscience behind why the songs that defined your teenage years evoke stronger emotions than any new music, shaping identity and well-being decades ...

Lesley-Ann Brandt exposes local travel agency after family falls victim to R35k fraud

Debashine Thangevelo|Published

Lesley-Ann Brandt, known for her role in 'Lucifer', warns South Africans about a travel agency scam that has left victims out of pocket. She shares her family's ...

Western Cape police seize R2.7 million in mandrax tablets during drug bust

Robin - Lee Francke|Published

In a significant drug bust, Western Cape police have arrested a 45-year-old suspect and confiscated mandrax tablets valued at R2.7 million during Operation Prosper, ...

More than 1.9 million Cape Town residents at risk from severe air pollution

Murray Swart|Published

A new study reveals that over 1.9 million Cape Town residents, primarily in poorer communities, are exposed to dangerously high levels of air pollution, raising ...

KZN faces alarming rise in child and teen pregnancies: Over 28 000 cases reported

Thobeka Ngema|Published

KZN Department of Health reveals alarming figures on child and teenage pregnancies, highlighting a pressing need for intervention.

Cape Town musicians push for fair pay and contracts

Murray Swart|Published

Cape Town musicians are rallying for fair pay and written contracts as part of the WE DON’T PLAY! campaign, aiming to improve working conditions in the city's live ...

Debate heats up over Cape Town's eviction bill amid rising land invasions

Murray Swart|Published

As Cape Town faces increasing land invasions, the proposed overhaul of South Africa's eviction laws raises concerns about the potential impact on homelessness protections. ...

Cape Town's political landscape heats up as mayoral candidates emerge for 2026 elections

Theolin Tembo|Published

Political parties are ramping up their campaigns by announcing mayoral candidates for Cape Town.

Watch VideoArsenal’s title agony: Why the killer blow was landed long before Manchester City defeat

Rowan Callaghan|Published

As Manchester City close in on a seventh Premier League title, we examine how Arsenal’s failure to shut the door in January cost them the league championship race. ...