Bishop Zondo's legal battle: Accusations of rape and the quest for acquittal

Zelda Venter|Published

Bishop Bafana Stephen Zondo faces multiple rape charges and is contesting the judge's refusal to recuse himself, as his legal team prepares to appeal.

Genocide case against Israel here to stay, says Ramaphosa

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Despite speculation surrounding President Ramaphosa's meeting with Donald Trump, the South African government remains committed to its International Court of Justice ...

Archbishop Makgoba condemns Israel's conditions for aid to Gaza

Staff Reporter|Published

Archbishop Thabo Makgoba condemns Israel's conditions for humanitarian aid to Gaza, warning that the use of starvation as a tool of ethnic cleansing could constitute ...

Chairs thrown at chaotic ANC Limpopo regional conference

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Amid violent clashes and allegations of irregularities, ANC provincial secretary Reuben Madadzhe defends the legitimacy of the Peter Mokaba Regional Elective Conference, ...

Unexpected elephant seal sighting in Gordon’s Bay leaves residents amazed

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

An elephant seal's surprising journey through Gordon’s Bay captivates residents, leading to a swift rescue operation by local officials.

Engen Xtreme evolves to deliver premium performance for South Africa’s hardworking car engines

Partnered Content|Published

Engen has revamped its Xtreme lubricants range to deliver enhanced performance designed specifically for the rigorous demands of South African roads and climates. ...

State ordered to avail evidence regarding fraud investigation into former mayor Zandile Gumede

Nomonde Zondi|Published

The court has mandated the release of evidence regarding the unlawful appointment of a company involved in the investigation of Zandile Gumede's alleged fraud.

I’m a victim of witch hunt, says ex-city housing boss

Nicola Daniels|Published

Malusi Booi, the former City of Cape Town Human Settlements MMC, alleges a political witch hunt behind his arrest, as the Director of Public Prosecutions withdraws ...

WC government told to go back to drawing board over its plans for Oude Molen Village

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Oude Molen Precinct forms part of the broader Two Rivers landscape, an area of significant tangible and intangible heritage value to the people of the Western ...

No genocide in SA, G20 told

Thobeka Ngema|Published

During the G20 Development Working Group in KwaZulu-Natal, Nomthandazo Moyo firmly dismissed allegations of genocide in South Africa, emphasising the government's ...

Accident on FW de Klerk Boulevard leads to Porsche driver's arrest for drunk driving

Staff Reporter|Published

A Porsche driver was arrested on FW de Klerk Boulevard for allegedly exceeding the legal alcohol limit by more than double. This incident, part of a worrying trend ...

Teens arrested after brutal axe attack on Mossel Bay police officer

Published

An off-duty Mossel Bay police officer narrowly escapes a life-threatening axe attack by four juveniles, who have since been arrested and are set to face court.

Disunity weakens Africa collective agency

Mpumelelo E. Ncube|Published

The imbalance in power dynamics, where African governments are summoned like school prefects to the principal’s office to justify their domestic policies, raises ...

Fuel levy increase amid VAT scrapping, 'robbing Peter to pay Paul'

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The National Treasury's fuel levy proposal has ignited fierce debate among parliamentarians during the 2025/26 Budget briefing, with significant implications for ...

Tau to announce new operator for National Lottery

Bongani Hans|Published

Parks Tau prepares to announce a new operator for the National Lottery, following a landmark court ruling against Ithuba's contract extension

Sars banks on 1700 debt collectors to close gap

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

In a strategic effort to address fiscal challenges, the South African Revenue Service plans to hire 1700 debt collectors, aiming to recover R50 billion.

Starlink deal a threat to SA’s sovereignty

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi's gazette under the Electronic Communications Act (ECA), a day after President Cyril Ramaphosa returned ...

Sentencing proceedings commence in Joshlin Smith case

Chevon Booysen|Published

The Western Cape High Court will begin sentencing in the high-profile Joshlin Smith case this week.

Whites still dominate top jobs in South Africa

Nicola Daniels|Published

The statistics contained in the 2025 Commission for Employment Equity (CEE) annual report forms part of the Department of Employment and Labour’s basis to forge ...