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'Pray for us': Ronwen Williams rallies Mzansi ahead of historic 2026 World Cup charge
Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Watch Video'Pray for us': Ronwen Williams rallies Mzansi ahead of historic 2026 World Cup charge ...

Watch VideoMarcell Coetzee hails Bulls’ mojo born from mid-season turbulence ahead of Munster URC play-off

John Goliath|Published

Reflecting on the evolution of the Pretoria franchise, Bulls captain Marcell Coetzee believes a mid-season crisis forced his side into an elite knockout mindset ...

Newcastle Municipality clarifies R2.4 billion debt claims amid Eskom report controversy

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The Newcastle Municipality has revealed that residents owe over R2.4 billion in unpaid accounts, disputing claims made in a recent Eskom debt report that it describes ...

Watch VideoCOMMENT | Kaizer Chiefs coaching reshuffle a necessary discomfort

Smiso Msomi|Published

Kaizer Chiefs’ decision to part ways with Cedric Kaze and Ben Youssef may feel harsh after signs of progress, but the club’s long-term ambitions demanded decisive ...

Watch VideoMarcelo Allende and Arthur Sales justify Sundowns’ continental investment

Smiso Msomi|Published

Marcelo Allende and Arthur Sales believe Mamelodi Sundowns’ investment in South American talent has been vindicated after helping the club secure a long-awaited ...

Richards Bay mayor Xolani Ngwezi cleared of crimen injuria charges

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Richards Bay Mayor Xolani Ngwezi has been acquitted of crimen injuria charges, which he claims were politically motivated. The court's ruling raises questions about ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana relive 2010 spirit as Danny Jordaan backs World Cup breakthrough

Smiso Msomi|Published

SAFA president Danny Jordaan believes Bafana Bafana’s World Cup opener against Mexico revives memories of 2010 and could inspire Hugo Broos’ side toward a long-awaited ...

Mi Casa and lordkez to headline Durban’s biggest winter music picnic

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Join South African music icons Mi Casa and lordKez for an unforgettable Father's Day concert at the Durban Botanic Gardens, where good music meets a great cause! ...

Security experts warn against anti-immigrant violence ahead of June 30 mass protest

Thami Magubane|Published

Amidst growing anti-illegal immigrant marches across South Africa, the business community raises alarms about the potential damage to the country's reputation as ...

Watch VideoSiyay’eAmerica: Standard Bank host spectacular Fifa World Cup 2026 send-off for Bafana Bafana in Rosebank

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Banking giant Standard Bank rolled out the blue carpet to give Bafana Bafana a euphoric send-off ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Watch VideoLions slam ‘ugly’ Irish criticism of Jacques Nienaber ahead of URC quarter-final battle against Leinster

Leighton Koopman|Published

Amidst mounting criticism from Irish supporters following a heavy defeat, Jacques Nienaber finds unexpected backing from the Lions as they prepare for a pivotal ...

Watch VideoRugby World Cup winners give Bulls the edge over Munster in titanic URC playoff clash

John Goliath|Published

cknowledging the consistency issues that plagued their round-robin campaign, Bulls captain Marcell Coetzee says the team must focus entirely on basic structures ...

Watch VideoLions focused on taking chances in Dublin URC quarter-final showdown with Leinster

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Lions are gearing up for their first-ever URC knockout match against Leinster, knowing they must make every scoring opportunity count. With crucial training ...

Durban is buzzing with talent, art and storytelling over the next few weeks

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Celebrate the resilience of Valley of 1000 Hills grandmothers at Woza Moya’s June Artist Wall.

Watch VideoStormers transfer analysis: Why Cheslin Kolbe signing cannot be the last for Cape side

Leighton Koopman|Published

While Cheslin Kolbe’s arrival boosts the wings, the Stormers’ defensive frailty during Ruhan Nel's absence proves John Dobson urgently needs a long-term number 13. ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates, Arsenal, Mamelodi Sundowns: The giants who refused to panic finally strike gold

John Goliath|Published

Breaking a chronic title drought requires a volatile cocktail of unyielding patience, elite recruitment, and a vital slice of luck — a blueprint executed to perfection ...

Watch VideoHow Kaizer Chiefs stole the headlines as Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy are linked to vacant post

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Kaizer Chiefs have parted ways with co-coaches Cedric Kaze and Khalile Ben Youssef, sparking instant rumors linking Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy, and Manqoba Mngqithi ...

'Her courage lives on': Monument to Babita Deokaran set for Women’s Day unveiling

Nivashni Nair|Updated

A monument honouring slain whistleblower Babita Deokaran will be unveiled in Mount Edgecombe on August 9, nearly five years after her murder shocked the country ...

Watch VideoTreble winners and African kings form the golden core of Bafana Bafana’s World Cup charge

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Following historic domestic and continental triumphs for Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, national team mentor Hugo Broos looks set to inherit a Bafana Bafana ...

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns set for major talks with Miguel Cardoso and Themba Zwane after African triumph

Smiso Msomi|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns are preparing crucial discussions with coach Miguel Cardoso and captain Themba Zwane following their CAF Champions League triumph and an emotionally ...