" Fighting a failing system": South Africa's whistleblower crisis deepens after assassination

Nicola Daniels|Published

Following whistleblower Marius van der Merwe's assassination, the widow of slain policeman Charl Kinnear delivers a powerful message: " Her husband died a hero." ...

Red flagged Tulbagh water safe for consumption, officials insist

Nicola Daniels|Published

Witzenberg Municipality insists that drinking water in Tulbagh is safe, despite alarming reports from WaterCAN about contamination.

MK Party convener Willies Mchunu aware of a plot to oust him

Thami Magubane|Published

Willies Mchunu, the convenor of the MKP, faces internal dissent as disgruntled members plot to oust him.

Failure to change public sentiment will hurt ANC, warns Mantashe

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The ANC faces an uphill battle to retain and regain key metros in 2026, amid ongoing corruption allegations, governance failures and declining service delivery.

India hand Proteas a thrashing as tourists slump to lowest ever T20I total

Zaahier Adams|Published

With the T20 World Cup a mere seven games away, the Proteas produced an uncertain performance in the opening T20I against India that will have coach Shukri Conrad ...

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 ...

Hundreds of firms flagged for wrongdoing still doing business with state

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reveals that only 18 of 509 companies flagged by the Special Investigating Unit have been barred from state contracts, raising ...

Law enforcement shortcomings hamper growing desire to curb graft, study finds

Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

A recent HSRC report highlights how weak law enforcement and insufficient whistle-blower protection are stifling South Africans' fight against corruption.

Prisoners, police and civilians injured in Lentegeur crash

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

A collision between a SAPS prisoner transport vehicle and a Toyota at the intersection of Morgenster and Eisleben Roads in Lentegeur has left ten people injured, ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE | We look to be ruthless in Benoni, says Chloe Tryon ahead of Third T20I

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Proteas women look to be ruthless in third T20I in Benoni and complete series sweep.

Cape Town theatre week brings festive magic with ballet and holiday stories

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Cape Town Theatre Week celebrates curiosity, imagination, and festive joy. From playful chaos and whimsical adventures to heartfelt stories of friendship and community, ...

28 killed on Western Cape roads in first week of festive season

Staff Reporter|Published

Twenty-eight people have died on Western Cape roads in the first week of December, with pedestrians accounting for nearly half of all fatalities. Provincial authorities ...

Homeowners gain direct access to courts after landmark Supreme Court ruling

Zelda Venter|Published

A landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of Appeal has paved the way for homeowners to now bypass the Community Schemes and Ombud Service (CSOS) to resolve disputes ...

Watch VideoAFCON snub fuels Masindi Nemtajela drive to get back in Bafana Bafana fold

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Orlando Pirates midfielder Masindi Nemtajela says missing out on Hugo Broos’ final Bafana Bafana squad has only sharpened his hunger to improve, crediting senior ...

Watch VideoLegend Shaun Bartlett backs Bafana Bafana to end 30-year AFCON wait

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Former Bafana Bafana striker Shaun Bartlett has backed South Africa to have what it takes to go all the way at the upcoming AFCON

Stay away from seals: Public safety warning after seal 'attacks' fishing rod

Staff Reporter|Published

Holidaymakers have been urged to avoid all contact with seals after an incident at Keurboomstrand near Plettenberg Bay where a seal aggressively grabbed a fishing ...

Manenberg mothers to host early Christmas lunch for 300 children

Staff Reporter|Published

In a community often overshadowed by violence and poverty, Manenberg mothers Oliphant and Najoemah Felix are creating moments of joy through their annual Christmas ...

Santa Shoebox project brought joy to over 70 000 South African children this year

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how the Santa Shoebox Project has transformed the lives of over 76,000 South African children this year, providing not just gifts but a sense of dignity ...

African penguin populations plummet due to food shortages

AFP|Published

Endangered African penguins off South Africa's coast are facing severe food shortages, leading to a staggering 95% decline in some populations over just eight years, ...