Unsung Heroes

Pastors and officials serve mammon

Recently we heard of mind boggling revelations at the Parliamentary ad hoc committee and the Madlanga Commission of the deep rot and rampant criminality...

People are remembered for their legacy

A Lion of the Ummah has fallen, but his legacy of resistance and courage will forever be etched in our hearts. His life was...

Goodbye Gautrain – A symbol now at risk

The Gautrain has long stood as a symbol of what efficient public infrastructure in South Africa can look like – reliable, safe, and professionally...

Parliament hears of hook-ups, lifestyle audits and Bosasa

Controversial private forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan made a return to Parliament this week to continue his testimony at the ad hoc committee probing allegations...

Matjhabeng’s financial woes continue as service delivery collapses

The financial health report of the Matjhabeng Local Municipality in Free State presents a bleak picture, despite a mandatory financial recovery plan (FRP). In...

Race for DA deputy federal chair posts intensifies

The race for deputy positions in the DA’s federal leadership structure is shaping up to be fiercely competitive, with a broad field of candidates...

North West DG dumps Sita tender as broadband rollout begins

The North West provincial government cancelled a cyber-security tender that had already reached the adjudication stage through the State Information Technology Agency (Sita), with...

Closure of loss-making Showmax a blow for African productions

The closure of local streaming channel Showmax is likely to reverberate across the African film and television industry, sparking concerns over dwindling storytelling platforms...

Police intensify crackdown on drug dealers

Law enforcement agencies are not dropping the ball in the effort to rid the streets of the drug problem. A statement from the South...

DA rules warn against using state resources

With preparations for the DA’s 2026 federal congress in full swing, campaigning is also well underway. In the DA, candidates vying to lead the...

Ormonde tragedy: oversight failure

The building collapse tragedy in Ormonde, in the south of Johannesburg, has exposed the City of Johannesburg’s lax oversight of building inspections. To read this...

Audi’s flagship family SUV

I recently spent a few days behind the wheel of Audi’s flagship family SUV, the Audi Q7 55 TFSI Black Edition, courtesy of Audi...

Considerations for an impactful South African Budget

The 2026 National Budget presented by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana signalled improved fiscal sustainability and credibility, and with South Africa’s removal from the Financial...

Cholota appeal anchored on ‘error of law’ in asbestos case

Ace Magashule’s ex-PA, Moroadi Cholota, has filed an appeal application in the Free State High Court challenging her prosecution in the long-running corruption case...

Pilgrims stranded amid ongoing tensions

What was meant to be a sacred journey of devotion and spiritual renewal has instead become an anxious wait at OR Tambo International Airport...

Vehicle sales surge, but exports slump as fuel costs threaten momentum

Affordability remains a major consideration for consumers in the market for new vehicles. According to the financial instructions, consumers prioritise long-term value and manageable...

Fifa should have moved World Cup, says Benni

South Africa’s most successful player and Bafana Bafana’s record goalscorer, Benni McCarthy, has weighed in on the conflict in the Middle East sparked by...

Fraudulent addresses flood school admissions

South Africa’s already overburdened public school admissions system is facing a growing threat as widespread address fraud begins to distort placement processes and push...

Nissan X-Trail celebrates 25 years

The Nissan X‑Trail is celebrating 25 years since its global debut, selling more than eight million units worldwide. Introduced in 2001, the popular family SUV...

Powerball Results for 6 March 2026

Powerball Results for 6 March 2026 Powerball numbers: 10 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 50 Powerball: 11 Powerball Plus numbers: 15 | 21 | 25 |...

Jacob Zuma fails to reverse Senzo Mchunu’s special leave

The Constitutional Court has dismissed former President Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party’s attempt to overturn President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to place Police...

Police officer accused of killing doctor case postponed

The case against a Free State police constable accused of murdering a medical doctor has been postponed to 13 March 2026, for a bail...

Can SA fix its health system before courts decide its fate?

Less than two years after President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the National Health Insurance Act (NHI) into law in May 2024, South Africa's most ambitious...

New Lepas L4 enters strong compact SUV market

A new challenger has entered South Africa’s fiercely competitive compact SUV arena. Launched in Johannesburg on Tuesday, the Lepas L4 is betting on bold...

Madlanga turns down Suliman Carrim’s bid to argue in-camera

The Madlanga commission of inquiry has dismissed a preliminary application by North West businessman Suliman Carrim to argue the merits of his request to...

Citroën Basalt SUV-coupé heading to local dealerships this month

Citroën South Africa has confirmed that its all-new Citroën Basalt will arrive in the local market by the end of this month, introducing a...

Mahindra XUV 3XO reaches 10 000 sales milestone in South Africa

Mahindra South Africa is celebrating a significant milestone after its compact SUV, the Mahindra XUV 3XO, surpassed 10 000 units sold locally in just...

Ford rolls out next-generation dealership experience in South Africa

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has begun rolling out its next-generation global retail concept, known as Ford Signature 2.0. The concept is aimed at...

China’s economy remains steady, thanks to Jiangsu Province

As the global economy faces mounting uncertainties and domestic structural adjustments continue, China's economic resilience has become a major topic for discussion. The country's Jiangsu...

Israel targets Tehran, Beirut as US Senate fails to rein Trump...

The Israeli military said on Thursday that it had launched another wave of strikes on infrastructure in the Iranian capital, as the US-Israel action...