Africa Day Lecture: Leaders unite against rising Afrophobia in Africa

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

African leaders and scholars at the 16th Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture in Cape Town urgently call for renewed solidarity and accountable leadership to combat the ...

Thabo Mbeki warns of entrenched poverty ahead of Africa Day

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Thabo Mbeki's Africa Day Lecture serves as a crucial reminder of the persistent poverty challenges facing Africa, urging leaders to prioritise the welfare of ordinary ...

South African activists share harrowing tales from Gaza flotilla mission

Karen Singh|Published

Brave South African delegates from the Global Sumud Flotilla return home, sharing urgent and harrowing testimonies of their detention in an Israeli prison.

INSIGHT | How ordinary South Africans are being squeezed as fuel hikes hit taxis, food and jobs

Brandon Nel|Published

For many South Africans already living hand to mouth, the latest fuel hikes now mean standing in taxi queues, wondering whether there will be enough money left for ...

SAPS Forensic Captain arrested in Madlanga Commission-linked probe

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A SAPS Forensic Science Laboratory captain has been arrested in Pretoria on charges of defeating the ends of justice after a targeted operation by the Commission’s ...

Ebola crisis worsens in DR Congo with 204 deaths confirmed

AFP|Published

Officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo updated the death toll from the Ebola outbreak to 204 late Saturday, hours after the Red Cross said three volunteers ...

China coal mine explosion kills at least 82 in the worst disaster in nearly 20 years

AFP|Published

Emergency rescuers in northern China were undertaking a major operation on Sunday to find two people still missing after a gas explosion at a coal mine killed at ...

Gunman killed by US Secret Service after opening fire near White House

AFP|Updated

A gunman opened fire near the White House on Saturday evening, with US Secret Service agents killing the assailant in a shoot-out during which a bystander was also ...

Your complete Cape Town Marathon guide: Road closures, transport and race weekend info

IOL Reporter|Updated

It's almost time for the Cape Town Marathon and IOL has you covered; here's a guide to road closures, transport tips and race info.

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 ...

Call for swift action on African economic integration from AUDA-NEPAD

Edward West|Published

Delegates at the AUDA-NEPAD 25th anniversary in Cape Town emphasise the urgent need for economic integration in Africa, highlighting challenges such as trade barriers, ...

Pump pain: levy up, fares up, rates next

Nicola Mawson and Simon Majadibodu|Published

As South Africa faces record petrol prices and rising levies, what does this mean for households and the economy? Explore the potential impact on interest rates ...

Ramaphosa writes to Chief Justice seeking permission to challenge Phala Phala report

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

If granted, it will allow Ramaphosa’s legal team to formally file court papers challenging the report.

N2 " hell run" remains hotspot for hijackings

SE-ANNE RALL|Published

With an average of 60 vehicle hijackings daily, South African motorists face increasing risks; learn how to stay safe on the roads.

Western Cape storms prompt additional disaster funding

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

Following devastating storms, the Western Cape receives a second disaster classification, unlocking crucial funding for immediate relief efforts.

Ebrahim Rasool reacts, advocates for moral leadership

Theolin Tembo|Published

As President Ramaphosa faces impeachment, former ambassador Rasool calls for a return to moral leadership.

DA registers criminal case against CETA administrator for controversial salary increase

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

What led to the DA MP's criminal report against CETA's Oupa Nkoane over a controversial salary increase?

PICS | 'I’m humbled by this honour': Trevor Jones awarded at National Orders ceremony

Brandon Nel|Published

Dr Trevor Jones, the acclaimed South African film composer, receives the prestigious Order of Ikhamanga for his contributions to music and cinema, as well as his ...

Urgent call for help: Gift of the Givers expands flood-relief operations in the Western Cape

Theolin Tembo|Published

Join the Gift of the Givers in their urgent humanitarian response to the devastating floods affecting over 100,000 residents in the Western Cape, and learn how you ...