From Atlantis to academia: Dr Allison Matroos's inspiring PhD journey

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover the inspiring journey of Dr Allison Matroos, a proud native of Atlantis who defied the odds to earn her PhD in Afrikaans and Dutch, proving that resilience ...

How the Western Cape's R2.897 billion budget will support social services

Murray Swart|Published

With demand for support services rising, the Western Cape's R2.897 billion budget for social development is set to provide crucial assistance to vulnerable communities ...

Lavender Hill community grieves after teenager killed in shooting on Soutpansberg Road

Kim Swartz|Published

In a heartbreaking incident, 16-year-old Zackhary Swart was shot dead in Lavender Hill, leaving his family devastated and pleading with the community not to label ...

Watch VideoBetway Premiership: KZN’s 'Big Three' eye top-half finish as season reaches climax

Obakeng Meletse|Published

KwaZulu-Natal is dominated the top half of the table as AmaZulu, Durban City, and Golden Arrows push for continental qualification and top-eight glory.

Watch VideoEmile van Heerden puts injury curse behind him to step up to the plate for Sharks

Mike Greenaway|Published

Former Junior Springbok Emile van Heerden has been jinxed by injuries in his short career. He was excellent for the Sharks last week and is hoping for more of the ...

Watch VideoStormers scrumhalf duel: Rising star Imad Khan stakes claim for Edinburgh clash

John Goliath|Published

Imad Khan provided the creative spark for the Stormers last Sunday. We look at the young scrumhalf’s performance and the " learning curve" required to secure a permanent ...

Fears of taxi war grow after more bloodshed in Delft

Marsha Dean|Published

A taxi guard has been killed in Delft, igniting fears of escalating violence in the taxi industry, just weeks after a triple murder at a local taxi rank.

Watch VideoTottenham's relegation nightmare: Why Spurs fans are longing for Daniel Levy

John Goliath|Published

As Tottenham Hotspur sit 17th in the Premier League and face a potential drop to the Championship, the post-Levy era has turned into a " delicious irony" for the ...

Sellers at Adderley Street Flower Market push back against new permit fees

Murray Swart|Published

Long-standing sellers at Cape Town’s iconic Adderley Street Flower Market are in a fierce battle against a City plan that threatens their heritage with new permits ...

Environmental justice on the line in Total Energies court case

Chevon Booysen|Published

In a landmark case, Aukotowa Fisheries and environmental organisations challenge Total Energies' drilling permit in the Deep Western Orange Basin, highlighting the ...

Lawyer killed outside CCMA in Johannesburg

Pule Makgale|Published

Chinette Gallichan, a dedicated lawyer, was shot dead outside the CCMA in Johannesburg, sparking outrage and concern over safety in South Africa's legal community. ...

Suppliers blamed for hoarding fuel for profit

Theolin Tembo|Published

Premier Alan Winde blames fuel suppliers for withholding petrol amid rising concerns over shortages in the Western Cape.

Dereleen James accuses Gayton McKenzie of intimidation and files charges

Theolin Tembo|Published

Tensions escalate as ActionSA MP Dereleen James accuses Minister Gayton McKenzie of intimidation, sparking a political showdown over drug cartel allegations.

Jazz vibes takes over the Mother City

Murray Swart|Updated

Join the vibrant celebration of jazz in Cape Town from March 22 to 28, featuring the renowned Cape Town International Jazz Festival, free concerts, and immersive ...

New TB report exposes critical treatment gaps in South Africa's healthcare system

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

On World TB Day, experts highlight alarming gaps in tuberculosis treatment access in South Africa, calling for immediate action to address the findings of the latest ...

Watch VideoSibusiso Zuma: Bafana Bafana must embrace 'underdog' status at 2026 World Cup

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Bafana Bafana legend Sibusiso Zuma urges the national team to go " all out" from the opening game against hosts Mexico to capitalise on being underestimated on the ...

Western Cape Government unveils R9.86bn infrastructure budget to enhance delivery

Murray Swart|Published

Discover how the Western Cape Government's R9.86 billion infrastructure budget for 2026/27 aims to transform housing and road projects, accelerate delivery, and ...

Coordinated rescue operation re-floats unmanned yacht in Simon’s Town

Staff Reporter|Published

In a dramatic rescue operation, an unmanned 50-foot sailing yacht was re-floated and secured after breaking free from its moorings amid strong winds in Simon’s Town. ...

How premium droëwors helped save Sable the dog from a cliffside ordeal

Murray Swart|Published

Sable the dog’s routine walk turns into a cliffside rescue adventure for a Cape Town family.