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Ongoing tensions lead to SADC leaders' removal of troops
Thabo Makwakwa|Published 13 minutes ago

Ongoing tensions lead to SADC leaders' removal of troops

Playful slap costs mine worker his job

Zelda Venter|Published 1 hour ago

A playful act at a mining site escalates into a legal dispute, highlighting the importance of workplace respect and the fragility of professional relationships. ...

Families in Cape Town demand justice amid police brutality claims

Genevieve Serra|Published 2 hours ago

Two families in Cape Town have come forward with shocking allegations of police brutality, including a case of murder and another involving attempted murder, raising ...

Reassessing BEE: Economic growth vs. race quotas in South Africa

MICHAEL BAGRAIM|Published 10 hours ago

Explore the contentious debate surrounding the Race Quotas Act in South Africa and its implications for job creation and economic growth.

Open Mosque in Wynberg welcomes Hindu followers for Interfaith Worship

Opinion|Published 1 day ago

This remarkable initiative is in complete accord with pertinent Qur’anic commandments. Islam’s sacred scripture acknowledges that all believers surrendering to the ...

16-year murder case of Cytheria Rex faces further delays

Genevieve Serra|Published 13 hours ago

The case has been hit with several delays including the death of two accused and was postponed for more than 115 times during its time on the court roll

Accused-turned-state-witness testifies in Joshlin Smith trial

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published 15 hours ago

Lourentia Lombaard, a former accused turned State witness, begins her testimony in the high-profile Joshlin Smith kidnapping trial.

Plumstead brothel raid: Hawks rescue minor victim of human trafficking

Genevieve Serra|Published 15 hours ago

A multi-disciplinary operation by the Hawks has resulted in the rescue of a minor girl from human trafficking in Plumstead, Cape Town, where 12 sex workers were ...

Stellenbosch University achieves new heights in global rankings

Staff Reporter|Published 15 hours ago

Stellenbosch University celebrates significant achievements in the 2025 Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings, showcasing its excellence across ...

Get ready : Cape Town's first Sky Circle construction begins March 2025

Kim Kay|Published 16 hours ago

This Sky Circle, the first of its kind in South Africa, is a crucial component of the MyCiTi bus service expansion.

Boyfriend arrested following discovery of woman's body in Valhalla Park

Genevieve Serra|Published 17 hours ago

Police have arrested a 25-year-old man following the discovery of a young woman's body in Valhalla Park, raising concerns about domestic violence.

7 000 Vehicles per hour: Cape Town's ongoing traffic crisis

Kim Kay|Published 18 hours ago

As congestion rises in Cape Town, the City initiates a study to enhance urban mobility through the Foreshore Freeway Precinct project.

Xi, advisers focus on better education

Sponsored Content|Published 18 hours ago

President Xi Jinping said solving new education issues and making further progress require sustained efforts.

Gang links probed after pregnant woman shot in Woodstock

Genevieve Serra|Published 19 hours ago

Authorities confirm that Imaan Syms, a 30-year-old pregnant woman, was shot four times in Woodstock, as the community grapples with the shocking incident.

Dr Smith’s unique self-help approach for coping with emotional stress

Rehana Rutti|Published 19 hours ago

The author challenges traditional self-help norms, offering adaptable strategies for emotional well-being that resonate with readers seeking comfort and guidance. ...

Seven South Africans rescued from human trafficking nightmare in Myanmar

Genevieve Serra|Published 20 hours ago

Seven South Africans have been repatriated after being trafficked to Myanmar under false employment pretenses, highlighting the urgent need for awareness about human ...

Fury over R5 000 bail for former Absa Executive charged with murder

Genevieve Serra|Updated 22 hours ago

Public outrage erupts as former Absa executive Jacques Pretorius is granted R5 000 bail for the alleged murder of his wife, Sheri-Ann, raising questions about justice ...

Police investigate arson of train coaches between Woodstock and Cape Town

Chevon Booysen|Published 23 hours ago

Police are investigating the arson of ten train coaches between Woodstock and Cape Town, with no suspects identified yet.

Paternity test drama leads to woman's victory in unfair dismissal case

Zelda Venter|Published 1 day ago

A woman's false accusation of paternity against a colleague leads to her dismissal and a legal battle over the fairness of her termination.

South Africa bans cannabis food products

Xolile Mtembu|Published 1 day ago

The South African government has prohibited the sale of cannabis food products, contradicting previous decriminalisation efforts.