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Zaya Swart's brave battle against cancer: A story of resilience
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Zaya Swart's brave battle against cancer: A story of resilience

Watch VideoLuke Baartman determined to climb Kaizer Chiefs' pecking order

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Luke Baartman says hard work and a full pre-season can help him earn more opportunities at Kaizer Chiefs next season.

Watch VideoLocal runners eye upset against marathon giants in Cape Town

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Inspired by Arthur Jantjies’ stunning Totalsports Two Oceans triumph, South Africa’s marathon hopefuls will believe they can challenge the sport’s global elite at ...

Western Cape residents face challenges in power restoration after floods

Robin - Lee Francke|Published

Western Cape residents are witnessing gradual progress in restoring essential services after a devastating storm, as authorities work tirelessly to address the aftermath. ...

Watch VideoGood and bad news for Lions on the injury front ahead of Leinster URC quarter-final

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A torn biceps has ruled Morné van den Berg out for up to six months, leaving the Lions without their star scrumhalf for next weekend's historic URC quarter-final. ...

Watch VideoNewlands Test ticketing fiasco: CSA apologises for poor communication

Michael Sherman|Published

Cricket SA apologised for poor communication regarding the Newlands ticket fiasco, where only 13% of tickets were available to the public, leading to a sell-out ...

SAPS to release fourth quarter crime statistics

IOL Reporter|Updated

Today’s release is expected to provide further insight into whether those downward trends continued into the first three months of 2026.

FlySafair faces tribunal over alleged overselling of flight ticket

Robin - Lee Francke|Published

FlySafair's overbooking tactics lead to National Consumer Commission referral to tribunal for alleged Consumer Protection Act violations

Watch VideoThe Ghost have played their part, leaving it up to Orlando Pirates players to seal a historic season

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Orlando Pirates are on the verge of their most successful Premier Soccer League campaign to date, needing just three points from their final two fixtures to secure ...

Legal battle looms over City of Cape Town's Procurement Act

Theolin Tembo|Published

Amid a legal challenge in the Constitutional Court, the City of Cape Town and Western Cape Provincial Government oppose the Public Procurement Act, while COSATU ...

Eskom's electricity exports surge as imports remain low

Nicola Mawson|Published

Discover how South Africa's electricity exports surged in 2024, with coal still powering 83% of the nation's energy needs.

Orlando Pirates eye historic league title in familiar Mbombela cauldron

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Having already tasted cup and league glory at the Mbombela Stadium twice this season, Orlando Pirates return to Nelspruit looking to end a painful 14-year title ...

Watch VideoThe last four Orlando Pirates-PSL title triumphs

Smiso Msomi|Published

Orlando Pirates head into another winner-takes-all final day knowing their previous PSL-era league triumphs were also built on nerve, drama and surviving enormous ...

Watch VideoKeanu Cupido responds to growing Bafana Bafana calls ahead of World Cup squad announcement

Smiso Msomi|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Keanu Cupido says he would be honoured to represent Bafana Bafana at the FIFA World Cup after growing calls for his inclusion following ...

Mamelodi Sundowns' Keanu Cupido should focus on CAF Champions League final after Bafana snub

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Despite risking his fitness under heavy medication to anchor Mamelodi Sundowns' continental charge, Keanu Cupido was a shock omission from Hugo Broos' 32-member ...

Belhar residents fight against land sale, advocating for serviced plots and educational development

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Over 300 objections have been raised against the City of Cape Town's controversial plan to sell Erf 27661 in Belhar, as residents advocate for the land to be transformed ...

Kraaifontein mass shooting leaves one dead; five-year-old injured

Marsha Dean|Published

A five-year-old child narrowly escapes death in a Kraaifontein mass shooting that claimed one life. Police are investigating the shocking incident involving armed ...

UCT SRC calls for action as Cape Town rental costs exceed NSFAS cap

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

UCT SRC warns of a looming student debt crisis as rising rental costs surpass NSFAS accommodation cap, jeopardising students' futures.

Garden Route residents furious over 16-day blackout due to cable theft

Brandon Nel|Published

By Thursday afternoon, many residents had entered their 16th day without reliable electricity or water after repeated incidents of cable theft.

Watch VideoStellenbosch achievement won’t be the MTN8 — it’s about not fading away

Smiso Msomi|Published

Stellenbosch FC’s MTN8 hopes hang in the balance, but their season is better defined by resilience through transition, staying competitive despite setbacks, and ...