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Nearly two months after Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality promised urgent action to restore vandalised beachfront infrastructure, much of its flagship tourism precinct remains poorly lit, while critics argue the ward’s R1.945-million maintenance and upgrade budget is nowhere near enough to reverse years of neglect.
New draft guidelines promise a more orderly and humane response to animals that damage livestock and crops. But they have been stripped of legal force…
The sheer range of tariffs and duties is breathtaking, and they’re about to take a big bite of your beloved peanut butter sarmie.
Safety and security enforcement in Nelson Mandela Bay has gone high-tech, with the addition of a high-speed fibre network and hundreds of CCTV cameras…
After a day of contradictions, coded conversations and relentless questioning, the defence kept returning to one issue at the heart of the case: what …
Naidoo spent a year in solitary confinement rather than testify against her friend Winnie Mandela and other anti-apartheid activists. Her defiance hel…
Farmers in the Cape Winelands are grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic flooding, facing billions in losses and a challenging recovery as they …
Few sporting events push human limits quite like the Tour de France. These images take you inside the 2026 race, capturing the brutal climbs, sweeping…
WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday discussed efforts to revive peace talk…
WASHINGTON, July 28 (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Tuesday plans to unveil new bans that target imports of the latest Chinese robots and powe…
Once touted as the ‘turnaround specialist’, Patrick Dlamini, embattled and currently suspended Public Investment Corporation CEO, is now seeking to ov…
Evidence before the Madlanga Commission has raised the prospect that a ‘hidden hand’ may have steered the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption…
A financial raid by the City of Johannesburg depletes Johannesburg Water’s funds, halting critical services and prompting demands for accountability f…
Tshwane confirms a 14-hour water supply interruption next Tuesday for essential pipeline works, urging residents to prepare in advance. Residents in s…
Former Springbok Jacques Potgieter has responded to calls for him to reconcile with his ex, actress Angelique Gerber... Former Springbok Jacques Potgi…
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Elam Ndakisa, a dedicated learner at The Wykeham Collegiate, earned a coveted White Blazer for her incredible achievements. The third term is going we…
The Strait of Hormuz would remain closed if Muscat rejected Iran's proposal. Iran has proposed to Oman a temporary arrangement to reopen the Strait of…
Political Analysts Ntsikelelo Breakfast says the move displays the required Parliamentary oversight. Political analyst Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast says th…
Police were responding to reports of shots being fired in an open veld. Police in Gauteng are investigating two counts of murder, attempted murder, an…
Kaizer Chiefs legend Reneilwe "Yeye" Letsholonyane has arrived in Zimbabwe to complete a move to FC Platinum. The former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder will…
The report estimates that 1.2 million people acquired HIV in 2025. A new UNAIDS report, released at the 26th International AIDS Conference, in Rio de …
Bafana Bafana defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi has signed a new commercial partnership with Barloworld Equipment. The deal was brokered by QT Sports followi…
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Trevor Noah has fronted another big-budget promo video for South African tourism. How much was he paid this time? Trevor Noah has unveiled his second …
Today’s Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R450 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play! It’s time for today’s Dai…
FIFA has unveiled plans to sell a minority stake in its commercial business. The proposal aims to raise billions of dollars but has already drawn stro…
Transport authorities have also agreed to suspend the movement of abnormal trucks. Border Management Authority (BMA) says the long queue of trucks tra…
Today's PowerBall jackpot stands at an estimated R45 million, while the PowerBall XTRA offers an estimated R22 million. It’s time for today’s PowerBal…
He says the decision to place him on precautionary suspension by the board was unlawful. Judgment has been reserved in suspended Public Investment Cor…
Wondering what the weather will be like this Wednesday– Here’s the outlook for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West. KwaZulu-Natal faces an Orange…
One of South Africa’s most recognisable food brands has entered a new era, with Tiger Brands bringing production of Mrs Ball’s Chutney under its own r…
The EFF has asked the Constitutional Court to restart Parliament's impeachment process against President Cyril Ramaphosa. The Economic Freedom Fighter…
Suri is the only daughter Tom Cruise had with his ex-wife Katie Holmes. After fourteen years’ estrangement from her father, Hollywood actor Tom Cruise…
South Africans in KwaZulu-Natal will soon have to travel to either Johannesburg or Cape Town to apply for a US visa. South Africans in KwaZulu-Natal w…
Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa’s nine provinces this Wednesday, 29 July 2026. Struggling to decide what to wea…
Banyana Banyana suffered a shock defeat to Tanzania in their opening match of Group B WAFCON clash. And that wasn't the only bad news ... Banyana Bany…
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has made it clear that the team’s first priority is to prepare for their one-off clash against Argentina. Springbok coa…
Things keep getting better and better for former Orlando Pirates star Relebohile Mofokeng. Things keep getting better and better for former Orlando Pi…
