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Durban water update: Rationing plan announced to stabilise supply
Mercury Reporter|Published

Durban water update: Rationing plan announced to stabilise supply

Municipal excellence: Pietermaritzburg residents question Msunduzi's awards

Mercury Reporter|Published

The Msunduzi Municipality's recent recognition at the 2026 Municipal Excellence Awards has sparked significant backlash from local residents, saying key service ...

Watch VideoBlitzboks beat New Zealand in New York as Selvyn Davids closes in on century of tries

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Three yellow cards for the All Black Sevens paved the way for a dominant South African victory in New York. As Impi Visser celebrates 50 tournaments, the Blitzboks ...

Watch VideoBulls corralled at Loftus Versfeld as rampant Stormers end URC losing streak in fine fashion

Mike Greenaway|Published

The North-South derby at Loftus Versfeld between the Bulls and the Stormers once more produced a shock result, with the visitors prevailing.

Nine days without water: Pinetown residents struggle amid supply crisis

Zainul Dawood|Updated

After nine days without water, Pinetown residents unite to tackle the crisis and express their frustrations over the ongoing supply issues.

Southern Guards within striking distance ahead of final day at LIV Golf Singapore

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Southern Guards are just four shots off the lead as they head into the final round of LIV Golf Singapore, thanks to a strong performance from Dean Burmester. ...

Update: Ombuds rules in favour of man in dispute with dealership over faulty car with hidden crash history

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

A Gauteng man faces financial and emotional turmoil after his used vehicle, purchased from a dealership, developed persistent mechanical issues, leading to a ruling ...

Watch VideoGAME DAY I Bulls tipped to beat Stormers but anything can happen in North-South derby

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Stormers will draw on history for motivation when they tackle the Bulls in a vital URC derby at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday afternoon.

Crisis at SAPO: Liquidation looms as business rescue practitioners take action

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Business rescue practitioners for the South African Post Office announce plans for liquidation, prompting urgent discussions among MPs and Minister Solly Malatsi, ...

Watch VideoGeorgian Rugby rocked by doping probe as six players sanctioned for violations

Staff Reporter|Published

World Rugby confirms six members of Georgia's national rugby team have violated anti-doping rules, following a significant investigation with WADA. Discover the ...

Watch VideoHandre Pollard vs Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu headlines five Bulls-Stormers mini duels to watch at Loftus

Leighton Koopman|Published

With the URC clash between the Bulls and Stormers on the horizon, all eyes are on the electrifying individual duels that could determine the outcome of this North-South ...

Why is South Africa so vulnerable to petroleum supply issues and global fuel price trends?

Gavin Kelly|Published

Explore how global fuel market dynamics affect South Africa's fuel prices and the broader economic implications, including the challenges of energy self-sufficiency ...

Watch VideoNorth-south derbies are unpredictable but Bulls bully boys should tame Stormers at Loftus Versfeld

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Bulls are favoured to beat the Stormers in Pretoria on Saturday, but coach Johan Ackermann has warned his players not to rest on their laurels.

Watch VideoSacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu: I'd like to leave my stamp on the game of rugby

Mike Greenaway|Published

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is one of the most talented rugby players in the world, but he explains that hard work off the field is the key to success.

Watch VideoStormers look to veterans to steady URC ship in crucial Bulls North-South derby

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Stormers are counting on their experienced players to gain an edge against the formidable Bulls in a crucial North-South derby, a match that could define their ...

Deadly Durban chase suspects tied to luxury car thefts, spate of house robberies

Se-Anne Rall|Updated

Two suspects linked to a series of high-end car thefts across Durban were killed during a dramatic high-speed chase with police.

Watch VideoAlcaraz, Sinner, Bonmatí and Duplantis headline Laureus World Sports Awards 2026 nominees

Published

Tennis sensations Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, football stars Aitana Bonmatí and Ousmane Dembélé, and pole vaulting great Mondo Duplantis lead the 2026 Laureus ...

Watch VideoCheetahs need SA Cup bounce back, Boland v Griffons the clash of the weekend

Mike Greenaway|Published

This weekend sees the second round of the SA Cup, with South Africa's second-tier teams desperate to qualify for the Currie Cup Premier Division.

112% increase in vessels passing Cape of Good Hope as Middle East conflict disrupts shipping

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

The port of Cape Town has seen global shipping lines reroute vessels around the Cape of Good Hope due to the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Young stars under the spotlight at SA National Water Polo Championships in Durban

Rowan Callaghan|Published

With World Cup spots on the line, South Africa's brightest young water polo talents converge on Durban. We look at the unique individual-entry format designed to ...