Seized Russian-flagged oil tanker violated sanctions, say US officials

AFP|Published

The vessel had thwarted an earlier attempt to board it last month near Venezuela, where a US raid on Saturday toppled the country's authoritarian president, Nicolas ...

WCED scrambles to find placement for 7,300 late applications

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Over 7000 new applications arrived more than seven months after the applications window closed.

NFP PEC piles more woes on under fire chair Shinga

Willem Phungula|Published

Mbali Shinga, the embattled chairperson of the KwaZulu-Natal NFP, faces serious allegations of misconduct as her party's provincial executive committee turns against ...

McKenzie backs Bafana coach; confirms player bonuses will be paid despite early Afcon exit

Mihlali Baleka|Published

“Hugo Broos is going nowhere, and I want to make that clear. Hugo Broos is absolutely going nowhere. Hugo Broos is going to Mexico — that’s where Hugo Broos is going,” ...

Mossel Bay community opens homes and hearts as devastating wildfires destroy properties

Nicola Daniels|Published

Amid the devastation of wildfires in Mossel Bay, residents have come together in an inspiring display of community spirit, offering homes, businesses, and support ...

Cruise into 2026 refreshed with MSC Opera

Staff Reporter|Published

As the new year unfolds, sail away on MSC Opera for a rejuvenating expedition that promises relaxation, adventure, and culinary delights. Don't miss out on a magical ...

MPs eye Brown Mogotsi, Paul O’Sullivan as next witnesses in Mkhwanazi inquiry

Theolin Tembo|Published

MPs agreed that both O’Sullivan and Mogotsi should appear before the committee, and that they must use whatever means at their disposal to make sure they appear ...

Matric results will be in newspapers amid legal disputes, says department

Zelda Venter|Published

The Information Regulator (IR) however says that the pending appeal suspends last month’s court order which gave the greenlight for the publication of the matric ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana's Hugo Broos turns focus to Fifa World Cup despite mounting criticism

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Hugo Broos has dismissed social media criticism as " trash" following Bafana Bafana’s premature AFCON exit, vowing to stick to his guns for the final six months ...

Court awards widow and children R3.7m RAF payout after husband's fatal motorcycle crash

Zelda Venter|Published

A widow and her two children are set to receive R3.7 million from the Road Accident Fund after the tragic death of their husband and father in a motorcycle accident, ...

DFFE clarifies: Hartenbos Estuary fish deaths not due to sewerage

Staff Reporter|Published

Following engagements with Mossel Bay Municipality, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment has revised its assessment of the Hartenbos Estuary fish ...

Venezuela will once again expose flaws in UN Security Council

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Venezuela is likely to become another wasted crisis, resembling events that followed when the US forced regime changes in Libya, Afghanistan and Iraq.

Public servants' unions call for GEMS executives' salary cuts to match public service standards

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Public servants' unions are demanding that the Government Employees’ Medical Scheme cut executive salaries to align with public service standards, while also advocating ...

Watch VideoGayton McKenzie rallies Bafana Bafana during low-key homecoming after AFCON heartbreak

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie was at OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday morning to welcome a " gutted" Bafana Bafana squad back to South African soil. ...

Three firefighters injured as Mossel Bay wildfire destroys homes and forces residents to flee

Brandon Nel|Published

Mossel Bay residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire swept through more than 12 square kilometres, destroying multiple structures and vehicles. Three ...

Search for South Africa’s ambassador to US shrouded by uncertainty

Manyane Manyane|Published

Almost ten months after the expulsion of Ebrahim Rasool, South Africa still has not appointed an ambassador to the United States.

George municipality faces backlash over Level 3 emergency water tariffs

Nicola Daniels|Published

George Municipality's introduction of Level 3 Emergency Water Tariffs has sparked criticism from opposition parties, who argue that the measures do not tackle the ...

Watch VideoAFCON round-of-16 exit: Who stood out for South Africa?

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Bafana Bafana’s AFCON run ended in the round of 16, with standout performances from some, struggles from others, and valuable lessons for South Africa’s future campaigns. ...

Cleared to return, Heathfield High principal ‘just wants to teach’

Nicola Daniels|Published

The WCED said their legal counsel was currently reviewing the judgment.