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BREAKING I URC officials and Ospreys defend Luke Morgan as Ethan Hooker injury sparks outrage
Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoBREAKING I URC officials and Ospreys defend Luke Morgan as Ethan Hooker injury sparks ...

Watch VideoLions braced for ‘completely different’ Connacht test after Glasgow URC rout

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a commanding 54-12 victory over Glasgow, the Lions are gearing up for a challenging encounter against Connacht, who are eager to secure a win on South African ...

Watch VideoFive players who could define the Soweto derby

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Key individuals from Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs could shape the Soweto derby and influence bigger season outcomes.

Watch VideoBulls captain Marcell Coetzee sheds light on the tactical shift driving the Bulls’ top-eight charge

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Bulls are in Wales to play the Scarlets on Saturday. Last week the Bulls ground out a win over the Dragons, and captain Marcell Coetzee says they don't care ...

Watch VideoDamian Willemse sounds URC warning: We’ll struggle against Glasgow if we don’t get our game right

Leighton Koopman|Published

With a crucial match against the Glasgow Warriors looming, Damian Willemse warns the Stormers that failure to execute their game plan could lead to a long afternoon ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE | Muhsin Ertugral backs Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef to lead Kaizer Chiefs long-term

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertuğral urges the club to retain Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, citing the need for stability to challenge Orlando Pirates ...

Watch VideoWATCH | The Last Word on Rugby podcast: Ethan Hooker incident a failure of accountability?

Leighton Koopman|Published

South African teams faced mixed fortunes in the URC, with the Bulls and Lions securing vital wins while the Sharks and Stormers fell short. The biggest controversy ...

Watch VideoTshegofatso Mabasa penalty boosts Orlando Pirates' title hopes as Stellenbosch holds Mamelodi Sundowns away

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch drew 1-1, with goals from Ntsabeleng and a late penalty by Mabasa. This result ensured Orlando Pirates remained one point ahead ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates remain defiant in title race despite recent slip-ups

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates insist they can still win the league despite recent dropped points, with belief and progress underlining their campaign.

Watch VideoBlitzboks take breather before Spain push after historic Hong Kong glory

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a historic victory in Hong Kong, the Blitzboks are set to take a well-deserved break before gearing up for the next SVNS World Championship tournament in Spain. ...

Watch VideoURC run-in: Why SA sides must take referees and their whistles out of the equation

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the URC season reaches boiling point, the South African franchises must navigate the challenges of refereeing decisions to secure their play-off spots.

Chief Justice Maya pays tribute to ‘dedicated jurist’ Judge Jappie

Mercury Correspondent|Published

Chief Justice Mandisa Maya pays tribute to the late Judge Achmat Jappie, a dedicated jurist whose unwavering commitment to justice and integrity has left an indelible ...

Watch VideoDamian Willemse unfazed by role shifts as Stormers eye statement URC win over Glasgow

Leighton Koopman|Published

Damian Willemse prioritises team contribution over position as the Stormers prepare for a crucial URC clash against the Glasgow Warriors, aiming to bounce back after ...

Madlanga Commission | Nkhwashu defends prison visit to Katiso Molefe amid murder allegations

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Brigadier Abraham Nkhwashu from the SAPS Sedibeng District explains his controversial prison visits to Katiso Molefe, who is implicated in a high-profile murder ...

March and March clean-up campaigns: KZN police warn against unlawful action

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Police in KwaZulu-Natal have issued a stern warning to protestors amid ongoing anti-foreigner marches, emphasising the importance of lawful conduct and the consequences ...

Kajal Maharaj stars in the immersive new Durban stage drama 'A Woman Apart'

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Kajal Maharaj helms this immersive live screenplay, blending AI technology with raw drama, at Seabrookes Theatre.

Millions in unclaimed cash: Are you owed money by the motor industry?

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

With R88 billion in unclaimed financial assets in South Africa, many motor industry workers may be unaware of the benefits owed to them. Discover how to reclaim ...

Watch VideoBulls' Marco van Staden embraces the technical challenge of hooker after bench impact

Mike Greenaway|Published

Burly flank Marco van Staden was a backline player at school. Now he is making a name for himself as a hooker at the Bulls.

Public Servants Association reveals R1 billion loss to government from unresolved suspensions

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

The Public Servants Association reveals a staggering R1 billion loss to the government over five years due to unresolved suspensions, urging immediate reforms to ...

Godongwana to decide on R3 fuel levy extension amid Middle East conflict

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to announce the future of the R3 fuel levy reduction next week, following calls from Mmusi Maimane for continued relief ...