Embarrassing visa bungle, scramble to get Bafana to the World Cup

Staff Reporter|Published

The timing could hardly be worse. Head coach Hugo Broos had specifically earmarked Pachuca — situated at 2,300 metres above sea level, as the team's base camp, with ...

The impact of China's zero tariff policy on African economies

Naledi Ramontja|Published

China's groundbreaking zero-tariff policy offers unprecedented trade opportunities for 53 African nations, but will it lead to real economic transformation? Explore ...

Watch VideoURC quarter-finals: Five things we learned from the last-eight action

Leighton Koopman|Published

Leinster, Glasgow, the Bulls and Stormers are through to the URC semi-finals after the quarter-finals provided plenty of drama and food for thought ahead of the ...

Watch VideoFrustrated, irritated and questioning why me? – Springbok star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu vows to bounce back

Leighton Koopman|Published

Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu faces a challenging recovery after a serious ankle injury during the URC quarter-final. As he grapples with frustration ...

Rise of cyber warfare: A new era of conflict

Letter to the editor|Published

Cyber attacks are no longer mere science fiction; they represent a new frontier in warfare that could reshape global power dynamics and threaten humanity's existence ...

Phala Phala: FBI drawn into Ramaphosa impeachment storm

Kamogelo Makhura and Manyane Manyane|Published

Following the Democratic Alliance's lead, former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has formally requested the FBI to investigate President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala ...

Springbok Women overcome fierce Kenya challenge to retain title

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Springbok Women fought off a spirited Kenyan fightback in Nairobi to secure a hard-earned 35-20 victory and claim their fifth successive continental crown.

Watch VideoTMO heartbreak for Blitzboks as Australia snatch Valladolid title

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A dramatic last-minute forward pass denied the Blitzboks a chance to force extra time as Australia claimed a 26-19 victory in an incident-packed final in Spain.

Unbeaten Crinums lead charge as semi-final spots confirmed

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Free State Crinums top the Division 1 standings with a perfect record as the semi-final line-ups are locked in after Power Week 2 in Johannesburg.

Watch Video‘We saw the next level’: Lions take lessons from Leinster URC quarter-final masterclass

Leighton Koopman|Published

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen reflects on his side's disappointing URC quarter-final defeat to Leinster, highlighting uncharacteristic errors and valuable lessons ...

Brave Springbok Women’s Sevens keep core status hopes alive in Valladolid

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A spirited late fightback in Spain sees the Springbok Women's Sevens claim crucial wins over Argentina and Brazil, keeping their survival dreams alive ahead of Bordeaux. ...

Why the Abraham Accords fail to deliver genuine peace for palestinians

Lettter to the Editor|Published

Exploring the shortcomings of the Abraham Accords, this article argues that true peace in the Holy Land can only be achieved through justice and equality for all ...

The Left Conference: A critical examination of its success and challenges

Letter to the Editor|Published

Typical Rochester Road Marxism of always trying to focus attention on the so-called black elite, is a well-worn narrative.

Watch VideoInjuries leave Stormers up against it before Dublin URC semi-final showdown

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Stormers’ hard-fought victory over Cardiff comes at a cost, as injuries to key players threaten their chances in the upcoming URC semi-final against Leinster. ...

Rating agency Fitch changes its criteria on pausing debt repayments: why it matters

Nicole Goldin and Daniel Cash|Published

The implications may be more significant for emerging markets and developing economies that are highly exposed to external shocks, have constrained fiscal space, ...

INVESTIGATION | Ghost mines, deceased children and a R14 billion problem

Nicola Mawson|Published

A new Centre for Environmental Rights report warns that mine rehabilitation failures are leaving communities exposed to death, disease and economic collapse.

Watch VideoBafana Bafana's 2002 Fifa World Cup chaos vs Hugo Broos' 2026 stability

Mihlali Baleka|Published

The Bafana Bafana's chaotic road between 1998 and 2006, marked by coaching changes and underperformance, contrasts sharply with the stability under Hugo Broos as ...

Watch VideoBafana coach Hugo Broos: Ample time to restore Lyle Foster's confidence ahead of World Cup

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Hugo Broos backs struggling striker Lyle Foster, confident Bafana Bafana can restore his confidence and goal-scoring form before the World Cup.

Watch VideoTalking points: Bafana Bafana's depth tested, Lyle Foster's confidence remains a concern

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana's final friendly confirmed good squad depth and new talent, but exposed striker Lyle Foster's low confidence ahead of the crucial World Cup opening game.