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SA Cost-of-Living crisis: New report reveals major hikes in electricity, water and food prices
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

SA Cost-of-Living crisis: New report reveals major hikes in electricity, water and ...

No review, no grant: SASSA warns of suspensions for non-compliance

Wendy Dondolo|Updated

SASSA has announced stricter measures for social grant eligibility, warning beneficiaries that non-compliance with review processes could lead to suspensions or ...

Watch VideoNick Hatton calls for squad effort as Sharks chase Challenge Cup victory in Connacht

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Sharks face a daunting challenge in Galway as they aim to secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup. With a shaky record against Connacht and ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns ready for ‘survival-mode’ Chippa United in Good Friday clash

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns' Iqraam Rayners anticipates a difficult match against relegation-threatened Chippa United, stressing the need to maintain their winning momentum. ...

Watch VideoWorld Cup Group A check-in: Czechia’s rise puts stumbling South Korea, Mexico on notice

Smiso Msomi|Published

Mexico show control, Czechia ride playoff momentum, and South Korea stumble badly — a revealing week in Group A offers Bafana Bafana both warning signs and real ...

Watch VideoKagiso Rabada must rediscover the yorker in IPL to reclaim death-over dominance

IANS|Published

Is Kagiso Rabada losing his edge at the death? Former India batter Ambati Rayudu and Proteas legend Dale Steyn weigh in on the star paceman’s IPL 2026 struggles. ...

IEC unveils 'Get Up. Show Up. Vote' tagline for 2026 local elections

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

IEC unveils “Get Up. Show Up. Vote” campaign for 2026 elections, aiming to boost turnout and youth participation nationwide.

RTMC issues strong warning to officers to reject bribes ahead of Easter traffic surge

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

With Easter travel approaching, the RTMC issues a stern warning to traffic officers about corruption, emphasising the crucial role of law enforcement in ensuring ...

Hawks probe and budget woes: MEC Francois Rodgers rejects 'inaction' claims at Newcastle Municipality

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KZN Provincial Treasury dismisses allegations of misconduct linked to Newcastle Municipality, as tensions rise between the Treasury, the DA, and the Newcastle Residents ...

eThekwini tariff hikes 2026: Parties reject proposed water, electricity and rates increases

Thami Magubane and Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Opposition parties in eThekwini Municipality are voicing strong objections to the draft budget for the 2026-2027 financial year, warning that proposed tariff increases ...

R1.6m claim prescribed: Tribunal rejects late pension complaint brought by Mpumalanga man

Mercury Correspondent|Published

The Financial Services Tribunal's ruling against a former municipal employee highlights the critical importance of keeping up to date with pension affairs, as the ...

Environmentalists vow to oppose R100 billion rebuild of former SAPREF refinery in Durban

Thami Magubane|Updated

Durban's former SAPREF refinery is set for a R100 billion rebuild, promising thousands of jobs but facing fierce opposition from environmentalists concerned about ...

Watch VideoFrom impostors to participants: Bafana Bafana finally ended South Africa's 'borrowed jerseys' era

John Goliath|Published

After years of playing the " neutral observer" in borrowed Brazil shirts, South African football fans finally have their own horse in the race.

Watch VideoBafana Bafana's blunt attack overshadows Mbokazi’s Cape Town cracker

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Despite a spectacular long-range strike from US-based defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Bafana Bafana’s lack of clinical finishing cost them dearly in a 2–1 friendly defeat ...

Watch VideoSune Luus hits 150 caps as Proteas Women's 'new breed' transform South African cricket

John Goliath|Published

While celebrating her longevity, Sune Luus has praised the " fearless" evolution of the game, typified by teenager Kayla Reyneke’s last-ball heroics against the ...

Hugo Broos targets European or Asian opposition for final Bafana Bafana warm-up

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Following a challenging double-header against Panama, Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos is looking to test his side against European or Asian opponents to prepare ...

Court dismisses Calvin Mathibeli's defamation appeal against Mkhwanazi

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

The Durban High Court has dismissed Calvin Mathibeli's appeal against a ruling ordering him to retract defamatory statements about police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. ...

Godongwana, Mantashe unpack short-term relief measures to cushion fuel price hikes

Mercury Reporter|Published

Discover how South Africa's government is responding to rising fuel prices with new relief measures aimed at consumers and the economy.

Watch VideoWhy 'hybrid' Hacjivah Dayimani is the Stormers’ new tactical weapon

Mike Greenaway|Published

Hacjivah Dayimani learned how to play wing during his time at Racing 92 in France. He is happy to embrace a hybrid role between flank and wing for the Stormers.

Watch VideoBulls must back Cheswill Jooste in their bid to slay Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun

Mike Greenaway|Published

Junior Springbok wing Cheswill Jooste scored a brilliant try for the Bulls against Munster at the weekend. Coach Johan Ackermann should make the bold call of giving ...