Staff-related costs could cripple municipalities

Nicola Daniels|Published

The National Treasury has raised alarms over escalating operating deficits in the 2025/26 financial year, warning that municipalities may struggle to pay employee ...

16 Days Campaign: GBV survivor tells her story

OWN Correspondent|Published

Discover the harrowing journey of a GBV survivor who found refuge at the Saartjie Baartman Centre, overcoming abuse and reclaiming her life.

I'm not protecting anyone, ex-city manager tells Madlanga inquiry

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Dr Imogen Mashazi testifies at the Madlanga Commission, denying any involvement in the disciplinary process against suspended EMPD chief Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi, ...

Jacob Zuma is an ‘easy target’ in R28.9m court order

Zelda Venter|Updated

The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, was told that Zuma is an innocent party and the real wrongdoers are the State officials who authorised the payments.

Cape Town's fixed tariffs now in court's hands

Nicola Daniels|Published

The South African Property Owners Association (Sapoa) challenges the City’s fixed water and sanitation tariffs in the Western Cape High Court, arguing they are unconstitutional ...

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 ...

Modack denies using 18 sim cards to plot Kinnear killing

Kim Swartz|Published

Alleged underworld figure Nafiz Modack faces accusations of using multiple sim cards for illegal communication linked to the murder of former cop Charl Kinnear.

Junior Mafia gang members sentenced for hit on abalone poacher

Staff Reporter|Published

Two Junior Mafia gang members have received lengthy prison sentences for the calculated assassination of an abalone poacher who refused to pay their extortion demands. ...

Radio presenter linked to Russian military recruitment remanded in custody

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Five suspects charged against the Regulation of Foreign Military Assistance Act appeared in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court, and their case was postponed to ...

Success in fight against HIV is never permanent, warns Mashatile

Theolin Tembo|Published

The country continues to carry the highest burden of HIV globally, with an estimated eight million People Living with HIV (PLHIV), and about six million of them ...

Why expanding social and affordable housing could be what Cape Town needs in tackling housing crisis

Christina Masureik|Published

City’s own planning frameworks repeatedly point to deeper structural causes of unaffordability and a decades-long housing backlog.

Accused husband killer Zurenah Smit's testimony marred by denials

Chevon Booysen|Published

Zurenah Smit vehemently denies orchestrating her husband's murder for R2 million.

Why the DA is no different to the ANC

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

The DA has always paraded itself as a party whose house is in order.

Mom and three kids perish in Langa blaze

Marsha Dean|Published

Asavela Seti, 38, and her one-year-old twin daughters and a five-year-old son were unable to escape their home as blaze swept through the community.

Illicit financial flows a catalyst for corruption and crime across Africa

Manyane Manyane|Published

Africa faces a rising tide of illicit financial flows that threaten economic stability, fuel corruption, and sustain organised crime, with impacts reaching far beyond ...

Watch VideoChiefs ready to strike against low-flying Chippa United

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Kaizer Chiefs’ enterprising season now enters a pivotal phase as they prepare to face Chippa United in the Betway Premiership at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this ...

Watch VideoSundowns seek year-end lift in tricky Siwelele encounter

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns could be heading into one of the sternest examinations of their eight-year rule over the Betway Premiership, with Orlando Pirates possibly best ...

GBV declaration must be followed by financially support to be effective

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Declaration falls short on the urgency required to tackle GBVF.

Cape Town's festive lights switch-on a celebration of community and tradition

Marsha Dean|Published

Thousands gathered on the Grand Parade and along Adderley Street to watch the summer skies light up for the 56th edition of the Festive Lights Switch-On.