Watch VideoNo soft landing for Deon Fourie as Stormers, Bulls prepare for latest 'car crash' derby

John Goliath|Published

Form counts for nothing when the North-South rivalry ignites. Deon Fourie returns to the front line as the Stormers look to end their losing streak against a Bulls ...

Watch VideoCedric Kaze defends Kaizer Chiefs’ progress amid rising fan pressure

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze insists Amakhosi are moving in the " right direction" despite a three-match losing streak ahead of their clash with Durban City. ...

Watch VideoChampions League reality check: English Premier League struggle in Round of 16

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Despite a record six English clubs reaching the Champions League knockout stage, heavy defeats for Man City, Chelsea, and Spurs suggest the Premier League's dominance ...

How South African learners can compete at NASA through a new space design competition

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how South African pupils can seize the chance to represent their country at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center through the inaugural South African Space Design ...

28-Year-old man drowns at Bloubergstrand Beach after being caught in rip current

Staff Reporter|Published

A 28-year-old man tragically lost his life while swimming at Bloubergstrand Beach, caught in a rip current, despite the valiant efforts of emergency services.

Police probe shooting incident that left three dead at Delft taxi rank

Genevieve Serra|Published

Police are investigating a tragic shooting incident at a Delft taxi rank that resulted in three fatalities, raising concerns over violence in the taxi industry. ...

Cape Town's housing department issues over 2 000 title deeds, but construction struggles

Brandon Nel|Published

Despite issuing over 2,000 title deeds in just three months, Cape Town's housing department faces significant challenges in construction and land acquisition, as ...

Mckenzie fights back against PRASA Central Line gang allegations

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Angus Mckenzie firmly denies any involvement in alleged gang infiltration of Cape Town's Central Line project, as calls for a thorough investigation grow louder. ...

CoCT keeps Jazz spirit alive as host City sponsor of CTIJF

Staff Reporter|Published

Get ready for the return of the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, featuring global jazz legends and local talent, as the city celebrates its vibrant music culture. ...

Allegations of cover-up after stabbing incident at a Durbanville primary school

Kim Swartz|Updated

A 13-year-old boy was seriously injured in an alleged stabbing by fellow pupils at Alfa Primary School, raising concerns about school safety and procedural compliance ...

Watch VideoIqraam Rayners’ firepower key for Mamelodi Sundowns’ continental quest, says Manqoba Ngwenya

Obakeng Meletse|Published

As CAF Champions League football returns to Loftus, Manqoba Ngwenya backs Iqraam Rayners to lead the line against Stade Malien.

Watch VideoTHE LAST WORD ON RUGBY PODCAST | Alignment camp signals start of Springbok season with big URC derby on the horizon

Leighton Koopman|Published

In the latest episode of The Last Word on Rugby, the panel looks ahead to the Springboks’ international season after the first alignment camp, discusses Malcolm ...

R105 million later: Voëlklip estate in Hermanus changes hands—who's the lucky buyer?

Murray Swart|Published

The historic Voëlklip estate in Hermanus, once linked to the Rupert family and former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste, has been sold for R105 million, signalling a pivotal ...

Watch VideoSorry John(s), it's a tragedy to extinguish Western Province rugby's flame

Zaahier Adams|Published

Independent Media sports reporter Zaahier Adams argues that Western Province and the Stormers can co-exist.

Homelessness: Lives caught between the streets and the system

Murray Swart|Published

Life on the streets in Cape Town is shaped by poverty, unemployment, and fragile support systems, leaving many struggling to rebuild their lives.

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates must balance performances with results in title race, says Abdeslam Ouaddou

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Abdeslam Ouaddou says Orlando Pirates must balance performances and results after an unconvincing win over Richards Bay kept them top.

Watch VideoYouthful Proteas head to New Zealand: Five young guns to watch

Ongama Gcwabe|Published

With the big names resting for the IPL, a new generation of South African talent heads to the Shaky Isles. We profile the five " young guns" looking to make a massive ...

SAPS concerns laid bare in testimonies, says ActionSA's Dereleen James

Theolin Tembo|Published

Dereleen James highlights how recent testimonies before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee confirm long-standing concerns about SAPS corruption.

How CoCT's Chief Heat Officer tackles extreme heat

Murray Swart|Published

Facing record-breaking temperatures, Cape Town's Chief Heat Officer must navigate unprecedented challenges, including escalating fire risks and critical water shortages. ...