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New DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis aims for national power
Karabo Ngoepe|Published

New DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis aims for national power

Manenberg community rocked by weekend shootings, leaving three dead

Marsha Dean|Published

Manenberg was shaken by a weekend of violence, resulting in the deaths of three men, including an innocent father of five. Investigations are underway as the community ...

Between combat, clarity and the rational centre

Lorenzo Davids|Published

Helen Zille is a polarising figure in South African politics. Is she the leader the country needs, or a remnant of a divisive past?

Melvyn Matthews, 'Weekend Special' hitmaker, dies at 67

Brandon Nel|Published

Melvyn Matthews, the talented songwriter behind Brenda Fassie's iconic Weekend Special, has passed away, leaving a lasting legacy in South African music.

CapeNature warns of intensifying wildfires amid climate change

Murray Swart|Published

As wildfires rage across the Western Cape, CapeNature reveals the alarming impact of climate change and human activity on fire seasons.

Watch VideoGerda Steyn eyes perfection as seventh consecutive Two Oceans title fuels hunger for more

Rowan Callaghan|Published

After securing an unprecedented seventh straight Two Oceans Ultra Marathon crown, South African icon Gerda Steyn reflects on her ageing career and her drive to reach ...

How shifting gang alliances are escalating violence in the Western Cape

Murray Swart|Published

A new report reveals alarming insights into the escalating gang violence in Cape Town, driven by internal instability and shifting alliances among gangs.

Calls for impeachment: ATM urges action against President Ramaphosa after new Phala Phala revelations

Karen Singh|Published

The IPID report into the Phala Phala farm robbery reveals serious allegations against President Cyril Ramaphosa, prompting the ATM to call for impeachment and raise ...

City calls on residents to back Table Mountain in Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction contest

Murray Swart|Published

Join Cape Town in supporting Table Mountain’s nomination for Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the World Travel Awards, a recognition that could boost local ...

Watch VideoBREAKING: Geordin Hill-Lewis elected DA leader

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Hill-Lewis defeated Sedibeng caucus leader Sibusiso Dyonase in a contest that, while closely watched, ultimately confirmed his status as the frontrunner to succeed ...

Kenya and Namibia dominate Two Oceans half- marathon as international elite outshine local favourites

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Kenya’s Felix Kibet Masai and Namibia’s Lavina Haitope secured commanding victories at the 2026 Totalsports Two Oceans Half Marathon, leaving South African runners ...

SA UFC champion Dricus du Plessis lands major deal with Newcastle United

Brandon Nel|Published

SA UFC world champ Dricus du Plessis has scored a knockout deal — landing a massive almost R400m sponsorship with Newcastle United through his Cape Town drinks brand, ...

Watch VideoAmaZulu’s Top 3 ambitions dented as reliance on rescue acts continues

Rowan Callaghan|Published

AmaZulu’s recent draws against Siwelele and Sekhukhune United highlight a worrying trend: a lack of incision from the starting XI and a dangerous reliance on late-game ...

Security guard axed after viral assault video in Plattekloof

Kim Swartz|Published

A viral video capturing the assault of a man by a private security officer has led to immediate dismissal and ongoing investigations into the incident in Plattekloof. ...

Watch VideoTributes continue to pour in for ‘second to none’ Stormers stalwart team manager Chippie Solomon

Leighton Koopman|Published

Tributes pour in for Stormers’ long-serving team manager Chippie Solomon, who tragically passed away on Saturday. The rugby community expresses deep sadness over ...

South Africa on the verge of decriminalising sex work

Brandon Nel|Published

The government has already backed decriminalisation, and it is included in SA’s national plans on gender-based violence and on HIV, TB and STIs.

Northern Cape father jailed for raping daughter on her 13th birthday

Robin - Lee Francke|Published

A Northern Cape father has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the horrific crime of raping his biological daughter on her 13th birthday.

Watch VideoAbdeslam Ouaddou: Orlando Pirates will not give up on title race despite recent slip

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates coach insists title race remains open dOrlando Pirates coach insists title race remains open despite dropped points, urging players to fight on and ...

AmaZulu dig deep with 10 men to earn point at Siwelele

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Mbanjwa strikes late after Pule opener as Usuthu stay in top-three hunt despite Radebe red card

Gerda Steyn wins seventh Two Oceans Ultra title in a row, while Jantjies stuns elite men's field

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Hollywood Athletics Club ace breasted the tape at the University of Cape Town sports fields in a blistering time of 3:27:43 – the only runner in the top 10 to ...