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GAME DAY I Tough task for Sharks in Challenge Cup visit to Connacht but Etzebeth can lead the way
Mike Greenaway|Published

GAME DAY I Tough task for Sharks in Challenge Cup visit to Connacht but Etzebeth ...

Ingonyama Trust's R30 million mystery: High Court dismisses Ngwenya's legal challenge

Nomonde Zondi|Updated

The Pietermaritzburg High Court has dismissed Sipho Jerome Ngwenya's appeal regarding the disappearance of R30 million from the Ingonyama Trust, citing delays and ...

Tragic outcome for conjoined twin after historic separation surgery in Limpopo

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

One of the conjoined twin boys separated in a landmark operation at a Limpopo hospital has died from organ failure, Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba confirmed on Friday. ...

Watch VideoWestville, DHS make big statements on day one of Kearsney Easter Festival

Mike Greenaway|Published

The annual Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival is under way at Botha's Hill near Durban. On day one, local schools Westville and Durban High School were in fine form. ...

Inside Artemis 2: Astronauts share first impressions of life en route to the Moon

Updated

Four Artemis astronauts were zooming towards the Moon late Thursday after a major engine firing, a milestone that commits NASA to the first crewed lunar flyby in ...

Watch VideoNew generation, same ambition: Mlungisi Mbunjana rallies TS Galaxy ahead of Nedbank Cup semi

Smiso Msomi|Published

TS Galaxy are the only former winners left in the Nedbank Cup, but captain Mlungisi Mbunjana insists the " Class of 2019" is a distant memory.

The Eben Etzebeth effect: Sharks lean on returning enforcer for Connacht knockout clash

Rowan Callaghan|Published

With a mounting injury list and a daunting trip to the Dexcom Stadium, the Sharks are leaning on their Springbok heavyweights.

Watch VideoHugo Broos embraces Bafana Bafana ‘surprise factor’ for 2026 Fifa World Cup

Smiso Msomi|Published

Following a testing international window against Panama, Hugo Broos is leaning into the underdog label.

Watch VideoHugo Broos urges more teams to challenge as Orlando Pirates-Mamelodi Sundowns rivalry boosts Bafana Bafana

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Hugo Broos welcomes the strong Pirates-Sundowns rivalry but wants more PSL teams to compete and strengthen Bafana’s depth ahead of the World Cup.

Kearsney Easter Rugby Festival fixtures

Se-Anne Rall|Updated

Twelve of the country's top-ranking rugby schools will go head-to-head with fun for the entire family.

Watch VideoFive things the Stormers must get right in Toulon to seal a Champions Cup quarter-final

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the Stormers prepare for a critical Champions Cup clash against Toulon, they must overcome past frustrations and focus on five key areas to secure their place ...

eThekwini Municipality gears up for bumper Easter weekend with 1.2 million visitors expected

Se-Anne Rall|Updated

As eThekwini Municipality gears up for an anticipated 1.2 million visitors this Easter, Mayor Cyril Xaba announces robust law enforcement measures to ensure a safe ...

Watch VideoJohan Ackermann names powerhouse Bulls side for Glasgow knockout clash

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Bulls are set to make a statement in the Champions Cup Round of 16, fielding a near full-strength Springbok-laden side against the Glasgow Warriors. With head ...

Dr Johnstone Makhubu to lead SARS: Ramaphosa appoints successor to Kieswetter

Mercury Reporter|Published

Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu has been appointed as the new Commissioner of the South African Revenue Service, effective May 1. With over 17 years of leadership experience, ...

Sha Sha, Distruction Boyz, Zee Nxumalo among acts at Kelvin Momo’s Durban show

Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Kelvin Momo is set to light up Durban with his first-ever one-man show, featuring an impressive line-up that includes Sha Sha, Zee Nxumalo and Distruction Boyz.

EFF's Nkululeko Dunga: New Gauteng Finance MEC faces scrutiny from DA, FF+

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's appointment of EFF leader Nkululeko Dunga as MEC for Finance has ignited a political firestorm, drawing both support and fierce ...

Eben Etzebeth starts against Connacht as Sharks gives Hakeem Kunene fullback nod

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Option 1: The Tactical Shift Eben Etzebeth returns to the trenches as the Sharks head to Galway for a high-stakes EPCR Challenge Cup knockout.

Fuel crisis: Panic buying leads to petrol shortages across South Africa, says government

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has said South Africa does not rely on Middle Eastern crude oil and urged citizens to avoid panic buying.

Watch VideoPanama coach singles out Relebohile Mofokeng as a star despite Bafana Bafana's mixed bag

Smiso Msomi|Published

Despite a frustrating international break for Bafana Bafana, Panama head coach Thomas Christiansen was full of praise for the emerging talent of Relebohile Mofokeng. ...

Watch VideoParliament urges ASA board dissolution amid deepening governance crisis

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Parliament has delivered a " damning verdict" on Athletics South Africa, formally recommending the dissolution of its board.