What’s behind the protest by Stellenbosch University students?
Murray Swart|Published

What’s behind the protest by Stellenbosch University students?

Stop COCT calls out City as a ‘scapegoat’ for its own mess

Genevieve Serra|Published

Residents of Van Riebeeck Park are rallying against the City of Cape Town's decision to close the Herzlia sports ground, citing neglect and lack of public participation ...

Levels of GBV is unconscionable, says Cachalia

Staff Reporter|Published

Gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) took centre stage in this year’s State of the Nation Address, prompting urgent calls for action.

South Africa’s 4x400m relay team set for World Indoor Championships as top seeds

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The reigning World Relays champions aim to build on Tokyo bronze as they prepare for back-to-back global events in 2026.

Debate intensifies over SANDF deployment after Athlone triple murder

Murray Swart|Published

Following the tragic killing of nine-month-old Amra Lifia and two women, Athlone residents are calling for urgent action as the debate over the deployment of the ...

Watch VideoMore than a game, less than a human: How sport fails its black icons from Madrid to Johannesburg

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Real Madrid's Champions League clash with Benfica was suspended after Vinicius Junior alleged racial abuse from Gianluca Prestianni. The incident, mirroring struggles ...

Watch VideoAndy Birkett chases record 16th Dusi Canoe Marathon title in historic edition

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Andy Birkett targets a record-extending 16th Dusi Canoe Marathon crown and 11th straight victory as the iconic three-day race celebrates its 75th edition from Bishopstowe ...

How Western Cape roadblocks are combating the spread of foot-and-mouth disease

Murray Swart|Published

Discover how Western Cape's Provincial Traffic Services are playing a crucial role in preventing the spread of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) through integrated road ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates' Makhehleni Makhaula opens up on Bafana Bafana Fifa World Cup ambitions

Smiso Msomi|Published

At 36, Makhehleni Makhaula is proving that age is just a number.

Watch VideoSiviwe Nkwali backs Gavin Hunt’s experience-driven rebuild at Stellenbosch

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Siviwe Nkwali has welcomed the experienced reinforcements brought in by Gavin Hunt, saying the added leadership is crucial as Stellenbosch aim to steady their league ...

Are WhatsApp crime groups spreading fear and misinformation?

Staff Reporter|Published

Community WhatsApp groups, intended to enhance neighbourhood safety, are increasingly amplifying fear and misinformation. What are the implications for crime prevention ...

Watch VideoRenaldo Leaner rejects claims of SA goalkeeping crisis, urges foreigners to join PSL

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Sekhukhue United goalkeeper Renaldo Leaner says South Africa has quality goalkeepers and encourages foreign players to join the PSL, dismissing talk of a crisis. ...

Watch VideoGAME DAY | The Big debate: Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns, or a draw? Our writers on Wednesday’s showdown

Obakeng Meletse, Mihlali Baleka and Herman Gibbs|Published

Our scribes, Mihlali Baleka, Herman Gibbs and Obakeng Meletse predict the outcome of Wednesday’s top-of-the-table clash: will Orlando Pirates keep the points, Mamelodi ...

Watch VideoThandolwenkosi Ngwenya tipped for stardom by Arthur Zwane ... if he stays disciplined

Mihlali Baleka|Published

AmaZulu' attacker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya is set for PSL stardom if he stays disciplined and adapts to the league’s intensity.

Muizenberg court issues landmark ruling on Boerboel neglect under animal welfare law

Murray Swart|Published

A Muizenberg man has received the maximum sentence under South Africa’s animal welfare legislation for neglecting two Boerboels. What does this mean for animal rights ...

Watch VideoGolden Arrows aim to overcome unpredictable Stellenbosch in Nedbank Cup last 16

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi expects a difficult encounter against an improving Stellenbosch FC when the sides meet in the Nedbank Cup last-16 at King Zwelithini ...

Hout Bay shootings spark community outcry for enhanced police visibility

Fouzia van der Fort|Published

Violence in Hout Bay escalates, resulting in one death and another injury, prompting the community to demand increased police visibility for safety.

DNA testing to confirm identity of decomposed body found in Hout Bay

Genevieve Serra|Published

Authorities are investigating the discovery of a decomposed body in a cupboard in Hout Bay, believed to potentially belong to missing 17-year-old Amiena Swano. DNA ...

Gift of the Givers to distribute 120 000 meals in Ramadan relief programme

Staff Reporter|Published

Join the Gift of the Givers as they embark on a vital Ramadan relief programme, distributing 120,000 meals to support vulnerable families in the Western Cape during ...

Marc Lottering and husband relive their experience in Mozambique during Tropical Cyclone Gezani

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Comedian Marc Lottering and his partner, author Anwar Mc Kay, share their harrowing experience of surviving Tropical Cyclone Gezani while on vacation in Mozambique, ...