From hospital bed to top matric achiever for Kuilsriver pupil

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Takunda Muchweni’'s story is testament to the strength of the human spirit. The wheelchair-bound pupil from Jan Kriel School in Kuilsriver has proven that with determination and focus, even her disability could not stand in her way to the top.

Teachers, parents behind the Class of 2025's success, says minister

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube said the achievements were a testament to teachers’ professionalism and belief in the transformative power of education.

Prisoners eye 100% pass rate in matric results

Zelda Venter|Published

Officials say they are confident that all the learners will pass, following an academic year defined by high discipline, perseverance, and consistent educator support. ...

Class of 2025 set bar high

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube released the official results indicating that the Class of 2025 stands as a reflection of both the progress made and the ...

Matric Class of 2025 makes history with 88% pass rate

Staff Reporter|Published

Releasing the official results on Monday, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube said these results tell a clear story; that the system is more stable, participation ...

Four patients treated after chemical incident at Ecowize in Montague Gardens

Staff Reporter|Published

Four patients were treated following a chemical incident at Ecowize in Montague Gardens, prompting a swift response from Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services and hazmat ...

DA clears Steenhuisen in party credit card-use saga

Staff Reporter|Published

DA Federal Executive chairperson Helen Zille said the preliminary investigation found that the expenditure on the card had been fully reconciled, that there was ...

Ten major wildfires stretch Western Cape resources

Theolin Tembo|Published

Firefighters in the Western Cape have responded to ten major wildfires threatening communities, prompting urgent aerial support to combat the blazes.

Quick-thinking Cape Town teens escape rip current at Yzerfontein beach

Staff Reporter|Published

Two 16-year-old Cape Town teens narrowly escaped a dangerous rip current at Pearl Bay Beach by using a bodyboard as a flotation device. NSRI Yzerfontein duty crew ...

Delayed university admission results for matrics will pile pressure on institutions

Theolin Tembo|Published

Are you a matriculant waiting for university admission results? Discover when public universities will release outcomes following the National Senior Certificate ...

Two police officers injured after 'speeding' taxi crashes into SAPS van in Gugulethu

Marsha Dean|Published

It is alleged that the taxi overtook two vehicles at a high speed before crashing into the SAPS van.

Khayelitsha teen steps onto Africa’s baseball stage

Buntu Gotywa|Updated

Khayelitsha teenager, Onwabile Gxalaba, goes from a township baseball to representing South Africa

Raging Western Cape fires cause untold misery for animals

Staff Reporter|Published

While more than 100 tortoises were found dead, 13 were rescued and released into safe areas in Mossel Bay. Three injured tortoises were receiving urgent care.

WC Education Department in race against time to place thousands more learners

Staff Reporter|Published

A total of 5 873 new late applications were received in November, 4 035 in December and 758 new " extremely late" applications from the beginning of the month up ...

Help displaced Dunoon residents rise from disaster

Theolin Tembo|Published

Described as the largest informal settlement fire in the Western Cape since the 2013 Khayelitsha fire, with ‘complete chaos as far as the eye can see’, the fire ...

New US Ambassador appointment another test for US-SA relations

Theolin Tembo|Published

The US embassy said Leo Brent Bozell's leadership will be geared towards advancing American priorities and promote “a safer, stronger, and more prosperous America” ...

DA heavyweight accuses Steenhuisen of cadre deployment

Manyane Manyane|Published

Dr Dione George has accused DA leader John Steenhuisen of orchestrating his removal to further personal and political interests.

NFP gives KZN unity government ultimatum

Willem Phungula|Published

The NFP's national executive committee has issued an ultimatum, demanding the removal of Mbali Shinga from her position before reconsidering their alliance in the ...

Failure to fill stadiums adds to ANC's woes ahead of crucial municipal elections

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The ANC's 114th anniversary celebration at Moruleng Stadium was marked by noticeably empty seats, raising questions about the party's claim to be the 'leader of ...

Knysna residents pray for rain

Lisa Isaacs|Published

Given the severity of the crisis, the national Department of Water and Sanitation has also directed the municipality to urgently explore and activate alternative ...