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South Africa interest rates: Middle East war, oil price hike may force increase
Thami Magubane|Published

South Africa interest rates: Middle East war, oil price hike may force increase

Watch VideoMamelodi Sundowns v RB Leipzig: Bundesliga side sets South Africa tourdate

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns host RB Leipzig at Lucas Moripe Stadium on 29 May 2026. Discover details on the " RE KAOFELA" tour and how the Brazilians plan to showcase " shoe ...

NSFAS accommodation model: OUTA probe finds governance failures

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

A two-year investigation by OUTA uncovers alarming corruption risks within the NSFAS student accommodation system, jeopardising billions in taxpayer funds and the ...

Watch VideoEliud Kipchoge to race 2026 Cape Town Marathon in global tour

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge chooses the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon to kick off " Eliud’s Running World," a seven-continent tour. Discover why this 2026 race marks ...

Middle East war: Over 100 South Africans stuck in Kuwait begin journey back home

Anita Nkonki|Updated

DIRCO facilitates return of 116 South Africans from Kuwait as conflict fears grow

Watch VideoSouth Africa gears up for more World Athletics Relays glory in Botswana

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Team SA launches intensive training camp ahead of May 2–3 championships, aiming to defend medals after 2025 Guangzhou success.

Triple gold: Lötter dominates in Jeffreys Bay to defend national titles

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Teen star Callan Lötter dominates the women’s races at Marina Martinique, while Henré Louw and Connor Albertyn share the men’s honours in thrilling marathon swims. ...

High demand hits two-pot system: Alexforbes says over 140 000 claims filed since March 1

Mercury Reporter|Published

Alexforbes has reported a staggering 140,000 claims from members seeking access to their retirement savings within the first week of the new tax year, with 84,000 ...

SADTU slams KZN Education Department's move to block early retirements

Thami Magubane and Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union in KwaZulu Natal criticises the KZN Department of Education for failing to implement an early retirement initiative, ...

'Think of the unthinkable and prepare for it,' warns IMF chief as oil price rout intensifies

Siphelele Dludla|Updated

Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the IMF, warns that the global economy is facing unprecedented challenges and urges policymakers to strengthen institutions ...

Nomcebo Dot ends three-year hiatus with debut album ‘The Journey’

Lutho Pasiya|Published

After a three-year hiatus, South African artist Nomcebo Dot returns with her debut album ‘The Journey’, showcasing her evolution and musical versatility.

Lathitha Mtolo: Family's desperate wait as Kokstad search enters day 11

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Authorities in Kokstad are searching for 7-year-old Lathitha Motolo, who has been missing for nearly two weeks. As the investigation escalates to a kidnapping case, ...

KwaZulu-Natal police operation leads to nearly 12,000 arrests and hundreds of firearms seized

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KwaZulu-Natal police's recent operations led to nearly 12,000 arrests and the recovery of hundreds of illegal firearms in February 2026.

Durban's Indian Film Festival 2026: Celebrating Bollywood and beyond

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The Durban Indian Film Festival 2026 will take place from 26 to 28 March, with a diverse lineup of films that celebrate culture, identity, and storytelling.

Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and Narendra Modi lead the tributes for India's T20 World Cup win

Zaahier Adams|Updated

Global legend Sachin Tendulkar led the tributes for India’s double T20 World Cup-winning squad on Monday.

The recipe for change: why Josh Jacobs left professional kitchens for content creation

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Join Josh Jacobs as he shares his inspiring journey from a small-town chef to a digital content creator, exploring the emotional and cultural connections to food ...

Snyman delighted with 'best performance in a long time' after Blitzboks claim Vancouver title

Mike Greenaway|Published

Springbok Sevens coach Philip Snyman has praised his charges for their clinical performances in winning the Canada Sevens in Vancouver.

R7.5bn Durban Film City: Presidential Working Group pledges to unlock long-delayed project

Thami Magubane|Published

The Presidential eThekwini Working Group is dedicated to overcoming obstacles in the multi-billion rand Durban Film Studio project, as President Cyril Ramaphosa ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs goalkeeping crisis: Is Bruce Bvuma unfairly taking the flak?

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Former Kaizer Chiefs keeper William Shongwe defends Bruce Bvuma amid the club's recent slump, citing a lack of game time and team-wide issues for the shot-stopper's ...

Watch VideoSix Nations drama: Italy’s historic England win and Scotland’s French rout

Mike Greenaway|Published

Italy secured a first-ever victory over England while Scotland smashed a record 50 points past France in a weekend of Six Nations upsets that left Steve Borthwick ...