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Unlicensed sites now control 62% of SA’s online gambling market
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Unlicensed sites now control 62% of SA’s online gambling market

Watch VideoSune Luus set for milestone cap as Proteas Women eye second ODI win against New Zealand

John Goliath|Published

Suné Luus will make history tomorrow as she becomes just the second South African woman to reach 150 ODI caps.

History in the making: Kaizer Chiefs officially launch women’s team

Mihlali Baleka|Published

The Amakhosi have finally entered the women's game. By acquiring Springs Home Sweepers, Kaizer Chiefs Ladies set out to create professional pathways for female athletes, ...

Nigerian High Commission issues urgent safety advisory amid Eastern Cape protest violence

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Nigeria's High Commission in South Africa has urged its nationals to exercise caution amid rising tensions over a disputed cultural event in the Eastern Cape, emphasising ...

LIVE | Confirmed: Petrol increases by R3,06 and diesel increases by more than R7

Jason Woosey|Updated

South Africa faces unprecedented petrol and diesel price hikes that could dramatically impact the economy and your wallet.

Ramaphosa slams R1.4bn consultant spend by municipalities, questions work of internal staff

Thami Magubane|Published

Local government experts and President Cyril Ramaphosa raise concerns over the excessive use of consultants in South African municipalities, urging a shift towards ...

N3 Easter traffic forecast 2026: The best and worst days to travel

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

With traffic volumes expected to surge on the N3 Toll Route this Easter, authorities urge motorists to prioritise safety and remain vigilant against risky behaviours ...

Metro FM Music Awards 2026: celebrating 40 years of South African music excellence

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Under the theme Icon-Inspired Music Excellence', this year's Metro FM Music Awards promises a fusion of tradition and innovation, taking place on April 25, at the ...

Commuters warned: SA taxi fares to rise amid record fuel hikes

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has raised alarm over potential fare increases as fuel shortages and rising diesel costs threaten the stability ...

Watch VideoStormers v Toulon: John Dobson eyes 'Milky Way' miracle in Champions Cup clash

Mike Greenaway|Published

John Dobson’s Stormers head to the south of France to face a " glitterati" Toulon side. Despite their underdog talk, the Cape Town franchise aims to become the first ...

Watch VideoSpringbok barometer | How Rassie’s matchday 23 would look right now amid injury crisis

Mike Greenaway|Published

With heavyweights like Siya Kolisi and Pieter-Steph du Toit sidelined, we look at the potential Springbok line-up for a hypothetical Test this weekend. Can Rassie ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana v Panama: Three tactical tweaks Broos should make at Cape Town Stadium

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana Bafana needs to secure a win against Panama; the coach should start Relebohile Mofokeng and Evidence Makgopa and pair Mbekezeli Mbokazi with Ime Okon.

Watch VideoThe magic of the Nedbank Cup is alive – and it’s wearing NFD colours

Mihlali Baleka|Published

As Casric Stars and Milford FC stand on the brink of a historic Nedbank Cup final, we look at why the rise of the underdog is the ultimate wake-up call for the Betway ...

Watch VideoThe search for certainty: Why replacing Mohamed Salah is Liverpool’s impossible task

Rowan Callaghan|Published

As Mohamed Salah prepares to leave Liverpool, the club faces the daunting challenge of replacing the " guaranteed" goals and reliability that have defined the Egyptian's ...

Fullback crisis threatens to derail Sharks’ European ambitions while Eben could lock in

Rowan Callaghan|Published

With teenage sensation Luan Giliomee joining a massive injury list, the Sharks face a fullback vacancy ahead of their EPCR Challenge Cup clash against Connacht in ...

Watch VideoBafana Bafana World Cup selection: Hugo Broos reveals 70% of squad is finalised

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Ahead of Tuesday’s sold-out clash against Panama in Cape Town, Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos confirms he is nearing his final 2026 FIFA World Cup squad. The Belgian ...

Watch VideoMotsepe’s CAF legacy hanging by a thread amid AFCON title scandal

Mihlali Baleka|Published

CAF President Patrice Motsepe's tenure faces scrutiny after a controversial Afcon final decision, with the scandal potentially damaging his reputation.

Plett farm horror: Suspect named in brutal murder of elderly couple

Brandon Nel|Updated

Christiaan Branders has been arrested in connection with the brutal murder of Dr Jane Luck and her husband Rolf, both in their seventies, at their Plettenberg Bay ...

Durban’s Sapref revival would create 2,850 new jobs, provide 1.8% boost to SA GDP

Mercury Reporter|Updated

eThekwini City Manager Musa Mbhele and Deputy Minister Phumzile Mgcina's visit to the former Sapref refinery highlights a collaborative effort to address South Africa's ...

Gayton McKenzie: 'I was an armed robber, not a drug dealer'

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Gayton McKenzie confronts explosive drug trade allegations during a Facebook Live broadcast, asserting his innocence and challenging the claims made by inmate Jermaine ...