Retreat twins selected to showcase dance talent in France

Genevieve Serra|Published

Twin sisters Gina and Esther Esau from Retreat have been selected to represent South Africa at an international dance event in France.

A historic first with exclusive AFCON team base camps in vibrant Morocco

Herman Gibbs|Published

AFCON 2025 marks a significant milestone, with each participating team having its own dedicated base camp in Morocco, enhancing their preparation and performance. ...

Quinton de Kock reflects on his comeback and renewed passion for cricket

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Quinton de Kock expresses his revitalised passion for cricket after returning to the Proteas, showcasing impressive form with two centuries and a half-century. As ...

Makhaza residents suffer as sewage spill continues for nearly a month

Phiri Cawe|Published

Residents and hawkers in Makhaza are enduring a month-long sewage crisis, with raw sewage flooding homes and businesses. As health risks escalate, the community ...

Residents march to reclaim Pelican Heights from drugs and gangs

Phiri Cawe|Published

Residents of Pelican Heights marched on December 10, demanding immediate action against rising crime and drug issues in their community, highlighting the need for ...

NSRI urges holidaymakers to stay vigilant around water this summer

Murray Swart|Published

The NSRI has warned holidaymakers to remain vigilant around water this summer, highlighting a rise in drownings and offering essential safety tips to prevent tragedies. ...

Breaking the grey zone: South Africa's cannabis reform initiative

Murray Swart|Published

South Africa's cannabis industry is rallying to eliminate the legal 'grey zone' affecting communities nationwide, as Project Indlela proposes a comprehensive plan ...

Deaf graduate Trevolin Pillay breaks barriers at Stellenbosch University

Murray Swart|Published

Trevolin Pillay, a proud member of the Deaf community, celebrates a remarkable achievement as he graduates with a BSc Honours in Bioinformatics and Computational ...

Safety alert issued for Camps Bay as armed suspects flee

Murray Swart|Published

A safety alert has been issued for Camps Bay following a housebreaking incident, with an active search for three armed suspects involving rangers and drones.

Update: police confirm death of popular TikTok star Junior King in collision

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Updated

Tributes are flooding in for Junior King, the beloved TikTok star and rapper whose life was tragically cut short in a head-on collision. Known for his vibrant dance ...

Court drama unfolds as second suspect joins murder case of Shanice Rudolph

Genevieve Serra|Updated

A second suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of Shanice Rudolph, whose body was discovered in a shallow grave. The boyfriend, Ashwin Davids, ...

Missing nine-year-old Akahlulwa from Delft reunited with family after three weeks after

Marsha Dean|Published

After a month of searching, the Qwili family from Delft is relieved as their nine-year-old daughter Akahlulwa is found safe in Crossroads, following a community ...

Watch VideoBryan Habana: I trusted my father, only to discover he’d been stealing from me for eight years

Lunga Biyela|Updated

Bryan Habana, the Springbok legend, shares the painful moment he discovered his father had been stealing his earnings for eight years, revealing the emotional toll ...

High Court ruling bolsters safety measures in Western Cape taxi industry

Genevieve Serra|Updated

As the festive season approaches, the Western Cape High Court's decision aims to curb violence in the taxi industry, promising safer travel for commuters.

Finance MEC adjusts Western Cape budget in response to R1 billion national funding

Brandon Nel|Updated

Faced with a R1.07 billion windfall from the national government, the Western Cape is overhauling its budget to address urgent needs in healthcare, education, and ...

Financial crisis at NSFAS: R48 million owed to accommodation providers

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is in a financial crisis, owing more than R48 million to accommodation providers for the 2024 academic year.

DBE suspends employees amid leaked NSC exam materials scandal

Murray Swart|Published

Twenty-six matric learners have been implicated in an investigation into leaked exam papers, leading to the suspension of two Department of Basic Education employees. ...

Independent Media hits back at Daily Maverick ‘misrepresentations’ over Competition Commission appeal

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Independent Media accuses Daily Maverick of hypocrisy in a heated exchange over the Competition Commission's MDPMI report, defending its constitutional right to ...

Residents await Kloof Road repairs as City of Cape Town confirms timeline

Murray Swart|Published

Residents of Cape Town's Kloof Road are advised to prepare for a long wait as repairs, following severe storm damage, are not expected to begin until March 2026, ...