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Tributes pour in for beloved Grade 11 learner, Anathi Mtshare
Se-Anne Rall|Updated

Tributes pour in for beloved Grade 11 learner, Anathi Mtshare

Watch VideoYou see the hair, then the tackle — Duane Vermeulen on England’s new star Henry Pollock

Leighton Koopman|Published

Duane Vermeulen jokes about a potential comeback for the Springboks against England, aiming to introduce Henry Pollock to the rigours of rugby with a few tackles. ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates look to extend lead as title race moves to Polokwane

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Following their dominant Soweto Derby victory, Orlando Pirates travel to Polokwane City tonight aiming to maintain their narrow lead over Mamelodi Sundowns at the ...

March fuel prices announced: Here's how much you'll pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

Jason Woosey|Updated

Motorists are set to pay more from Wednesday, with price adjustments now officially confirmed. Further hikes are expected in April, thanks to higher oil prices and ...

Watch VideoMichael Carrick brings calm to Manchester United as unbeaten run sparks top-four surge

Rowan Callaghan|Published

United turned inward once more in the search for Ruben Amorim's successor – and the early signs suggest they may finally have found stability.

Watch VideoSpringbok brand 'in rude health' as SA Rugby targets profitable 2026 season

Mike Greenaway|Published

SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer and coach Rassie Erasmus have hailed the stability of South African rugby, with a 14-match season and new global tournaments set to ...

Will eThekwini debt relief programme continue? What residents need to know

Thami Magubane|Published

Mayor Cyril Xaba warns that the eThekwini Municipality's debt relief programme may be doing more harm than good, risking financial stability and encouraging non-payment ...

Casey Jarvis bags a cool R4.1 million in Stellenbosch after maiden SA Open triumph

Leighton Koopman|Published

Amidst dramatic weather conditions, 22-year-old Casey Jarvis emerged victorious at the 115th South African Open Championship, claiming R4.1 million.

Ormonde fatal building collapse: City manager says there were no approved building plans

Mercury Correspondent|Published

The City of Johannesburg says there were no approved building plans for a two-storey structure that partially collapsed on Monday, resulting in six deaths.

RTMC criticises scholar transport operators for law violations and safety risks

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The RTMC has raised serious concerns over the safety of scholar transport operators, highlighting alarming law violations and the need for stricter enforcement to ...

IPID's full report into the Phala Phala farm scandal finally unsealed

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Cachalia, responding to a written question from the African Transformation Movement, revealed that the report status was lifted on February 2.

Watch VideoStellenbosch FC: Gavin Hunt targets Top 8 as Winelands revival continues

Obakeng Meletse|Published

After a rocky start to the season, Stellenbosch FC travel to Bloemfontein to face Siwelele FC, with coach Gavin Hunt aiming to push the Cape side into the top half ...

ANC condemns PM27 campaign for Patrice Motsepe's presidency, calls for supporters to desist

Thami Magubane|Published

The ANC has issued a stern warning against the PM27 campaign aimed at electing Patrice Motsepe as president, emphasising the need for organisational unity ahead ...

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus begins 2027 World Cup build-up as 49-man Springbok camp kicks off

Leighton Koopman|Published

Head coach Rassie Erasmus has welcomed 11 uncapped players to his first alignment camp of 2026, stressing that while the 2027 World Cup is the goal, immediate focus ...

Six dead, two trapped after building collapse in Ormonde, Johannesburg

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Six people have been confirmed dead after a building collapsed in Johannesburg.

Consumers will pay more at tills after March fuel price hikes - Freight association warns

Mercury Reporter|Published

Geopolitical tensions drive fuel price increases on March 4, with petrol rising by 20 cents and diesel by up to 65 cents per litre

Dismissed after sick leave? Know your rights when your sick leave is exhausted at work

Aslam Moolla|Updated

South African labour law provides significant protection for employees dismissed due to illness or injury. Medical incapacity is a no-fault process requiring consultation, ...

Watch VideoLions prepare for Ntlabakanye doping verdict with Weilbach signing

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Lions have secured former Junior Springbok Corne Weilbach as cover for Asenathi Ntlabakanye, who faces a career-defining doping hearing in late March.

Watch VideoRed Bull KTM’s Brad Binder optimistic after solid season opener

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Red Bull KTM’s Brad Binder delivered a solid start to the 2026 MotoGP season in Thailand, finishing sixth overall after strong performances in both the Sprint and ...

KZN government steps in to support family after five children die in KwaDukuza shack fire

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

In a heartbreaking incident, a shack fire in Shakas Head has claimed the lives of five children, including twins, prompting a community outcry and a call for action ...