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Motsoaledi unveils tech-driven strategy to combat HIV, TB and cancer
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Motsoaledi unveils tech-driven strategy to combat HIV, TB and cancer

Watch VideoGood and bad news for Lions on the injury front ahead of Leinster URC quarter-final

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A torn biceps has ruled Morné van den Berg out for up to six months, leaving the Lions without their star scrumhalf for next weekend's historic URC quarter-final. ...

Judge Balton orders State to reassess witness recall in Zandile Gumede trial

Nomonde Zondi|Updated

The Durban High Court has instructed the State to reconsider its request to recall a witness in the corruption trial of former eThekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede and ...

Durban's Mayor Cyril Xaba announces new repatriation office for refugees

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Durban Mayor Cyril Xaba has unveiled plans for a Repatriation Facilitation Office to assist legally recognised refugees wishing to return home, amidst rising tensions ...

Sugarcane farmers bid to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation

Thami Magubane|Published

Farmers in South Africa are rallying to save Tongaat Hulett from liquidation, with a new grower-led initiative aimed at securing funding and preserving jobs in the ...

Watch VideoThe Ghost have played their part, leaving it up to Orlando Pirates players to seal a historic season

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Orlando Pirates are on the verge of their most successful Premier Soccer League campaign to date, needing just three points from their final two fixtures to secure ...

Orlando Pirates eye historic league title in familiar Mbombela cauldron

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Having already tasted cup and league glory at the Mbombela Stadium twice this season, Orlando Pirates return to Nelspruit looking to end a painful 14-year title ...

Watch VideoThe last four Orlando Pirates-PSL title triumphs

Smiso Msomi|Published

Orlando Pirates head into another winner-takes-all final day knowing their previous PSL-era league triumphs were also built on nerve, drama and surviving enormous ...

Watch VideoSA influence strong in Bordeaux team, former Bok coach with Leinster in Champions Cup final

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Champions Cup final takes place on Saturday in Spain. Several South Africans will be playing for Bordeaux while former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber is with ...

Watch VideoKeanu Cupido responds to growing Bafana Bafana calls ahead of World Cup squad announcement

Smiso Msomi|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns defender Keanu Cupido says he would be honoured to represent Bafana Bafana at the FIFA World Cup after growing calls for his inclusion following ...

Mamelodi Sundowns' Keanu Cupido should focus on CAF Champions League final after Bafana snub

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Despite risking his fitness under heavy medication to anchor Mamelodi Sundowns' continental charge, Keanu Cupido was a shock omission from Hugo Broos' 32-member ...

Almost half of KZN Health's ambulances are waiting for repairs

Thami Magubane|Published

More than 200 ambulances in the Department of Health are awaiting repairs, leading to significant delays in emergency response times. A report reveals ongoing issues ...

Diakonia Centre update: Foreigners moved to Home Affairs office for verification

Mercury Reporter|Published

About 200 foreign nationals, including refugees and asylum seekers, have sought refuge at Durban's Diakonia Centre due to threats of violence. A verification process ...

Mamelodi Sundowns chasing glory, redemption and lasting legacies in CAF Champions League final

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Holding a 1–0 advantage ahead of Sunday's second leg against AS FAR, Mamelodi Sundowns stand just 90 minutes away from ending a painful 10-year continental drought. ...

Hugo Broos names preliminary Bafana Bafana squad for 2026 Fifa World Cup in North America

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns dominate Hugo Broos’ provisional Bafana Bafana squad ahead of the 2026 Fifa World Cup, while Kaizer Chiefs' quartet get the ...

Watch VideoRuan Nortje’s Bulls milestone injects emotional fuel into Munster quarter-final

Mike Greenaway|Published

With defending champions Munster heading to a roaring Loftus Versfeld, the Bulls have been handed the ultimate extra layer of motivation.

Watch VideoRicardo Goss dreaming of Bafana Bafana World Cup spot amid strong goalkeeper competition

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Ricardo Goss says representing Bafana Bafana at the 2026 Fifa World Cup would fulfil a lifelong dream, but admits competition for a place in the squad remains intense ...

KZN Social Development announces overhaul of NPO funding to enhance transparency and accountability

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KwaZulu-Natal's Social Development MEC Mbali Shinga announces a significant overhaul of the province's NPO funding system, aiming to restore transparency and accountability ...

Watch VideoAden McCarthy embraces pressure at Kaizer Chiefs with help from club's mental coach

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Aden McCarthy says he is mentally prepared for pressure and expectations at Kaizer Chiefs, including comparisons to his father, Fabian McCarthy.

Sports stars and athletes converge as the HONOR 600 Series launches in South Africa with flagship-level performance

Mercury Correspondent|Published

Featuring the HONOR 600 Pro and HONOR 600, the new series combines an upgraded AI Image to Video 2.0, 200MP Ultra-Clear AI Night Camera, a 7,000mAh Long-life Battery ...