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Ithala SOC Limited Board Resigns Amid Governance Failures
Thami Magubane|Published

Ithala SOC Limited Board Resigns Amid Governance Failures

A journey to forever: Nelisa Ntabeni celebrates lobola after reality TV success

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Reality TV star Nelisa Ntabeni marks a significant milestone in her love journey with a traditional lobola ceremony, celebrating love, family and cultural heritage. ...

James Nxumalo’s potential return to ANC leadership in KwaZulu-Natal

Thami Magubane|Published

Former eThekwini mayor James Nxumalo is being considered for a significant role within the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal, as the party faces internal challenges and leadership ...

Zakes Bantwini, Nontokozo Mkhize and De Rose postpone concerts - here’s the real reason

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Fans of Zakes Bantwini, Nontokozo Mkhize and De Rose face disappointment as their highly anticipated concerts are postponed.

Increase in snakebites among dogs prompts warnings in KwaZulu-Natal

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

With a recent surge in snakebite incidents affecting dogs in KwaZulu-Natal, experts are urging pet owners to take precautions. This article highlights the dangers ...

Watch VideoAndre Esterhuizen: The ‘sledgehammer’ return key to Sharks’ URC play-off hopes

Mike Greenaway|Published

The inspirational leadership of Andre Esterhuizen is key to the Sharks' chances of making the United Rugby Championship playoffs.

KZN launches crackdown on driver licensing fraud: Asset seizures and blacklisting of schools ahead

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KwaZulu-Natal's Transport MEC Siboniso Duma has initiated a comprehensive crackdown on driver licensing fraud, targeting the criminal syndicates operating within ...

Watch VideoConsistency is king for Sharks, says Andre the Giant ahead of URC clash with Ospreys

Mike Greenaway|Published

Sharks skipper Andre Esterhuizen highlights the need for mental consistency ahead of crucial United Rugby Championship clashes against the Dragons and Edinburgh. ...

Watch VideoHandré Pollard backs 'unbelievable' Embrose Papier for Springbok recall

Mike Greenaway|Published

Bulls star Handré Pollard praises scrum-half Embrose Papier’s resurgence, suggesting his " X-factor" and improved fundamentals make him a massive contender for a ...

Watch VideoPelé’s African dream v Mamelodi Sundowns’ reality: A tale of two prophecies

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

While the late, great Pelé famously predicted an African nation would conquer the world by the year 2000, his prophecy remains stuck in the " loading" phase—hampered ...

Watch VideoConsistency key for Kaizer Chiefs as Kaze and Ben Youssef eye strong finish

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Kaizer Chiefs’ four-game winning streak under Kaze and Ben Youssef boosts third-place hopes and shows new consistency, with eight games remaining.

Watch VideoRelegation battle heats up: Orbit College face pivotal clash against Golden Arrows

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bottom-placed Orbit College must find their fighting spirit against an eighth-placed Golden Arrows side as the battle for Betway Premiership survival enters its ...

Watch VideoBulls captain Marcell Coetzee: Holding our nerve is key to URC Top 8

Mike Greenaway|Published

Marcell Coetzee and Handré Pollard call for calm and accuracy as the Bulls prepare for a vital four-match run-in, starting with a clash against the Dragons in Newport. ...

Watch VideoFlavio da Silva shines as Kaizer Chiefs eye top three finish

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Flavio da Silva credits teamwork for his recent scoring streak as Kaizer Chiefs target a fifth consecutive win and a CAF qualification spot in the Betway Premiership. ...

Watch VideoFive potential candidates to replace Eric Tinkler as Sekhukhune United coach

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Following Eric Tinkler's sacking, Sekhukhune United is expected to hire a new coach, with Andre Arendse, John Maduka, Ernst Middendorp, Stuart Baxter, and Pitso ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates must do five things to revive their title charge

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates must win their remaining six games and implement five strategies, like starting Makgopa and giving Mofokeng freedom, to revive their league title ...

BREAKING: Eben Etzebeth's season falling apart as injury rules him out of Sharks' URC top eight race

Mike Greenaway|Published

Eben Etzebeth's comeback for the Sharks lasted just once match. Now he has a hip injury and won't play for the Durban team again this season

Ubumbano Lwezinduna accuses MEC Buthelezi of traditional leadership division

Thami Magubane|Published

Ubumbano Lwezinduna accuses MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi of fostering divisions among traditional leaders in KwaZulu-Natal, claiming his actions marginalise certain ...

Watch VideoPollard on SA flop in Euro Cups: It's disappointing, but we can go deep into URC

Mike Greenaway|Published

The South African teams failed in the Champions and Challenge Cups but Handre Pollard says they can make up for it in the URC.

Zulu royal family challenges King Misuzulu's coronation in Constitutional Court

Thami Magubane|Published

Disgruntled members of the Zulu royal family are returning to the Constitutional Court in a bid to challenge King Misuzulu's recognition, arguing that the legal ...