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May 29, 2026

NEARLY R1BN DRUG BUST AT BEITBRIDGE EXPOSES SYNDICATES

Seizure regarded as one of the country's biggest drug interceptions in recent years

2 mins

Courtroom cheers as midwife is jailed

CLUTCHING a toy bear containing her infant son’s ashes, a mother cried bitterly as Pretoria East midwife Yolande Maritz Fouchee was sentenced yesterday to an effective 23-year prison sentence.

2 mins

Dawn Thandeka King sparks online empathy debate after visiting Snenhlanhla Khoza

SOUTH African actress Dawn Thandeka King has been acknowledged online after a visit to Snenhlanhla Khoza, a young woman living with Werner Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes premature aging.nhlanhla Khoza, a young woman living with Werner Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes premature aging.

1 mins

Lil Wayne reportedly engaged to mystery woman

AMERICAN rapper Lil Wayne is reportedly heading down the aisle. According to reports from TMZ, the rapper got engaged earlier this year after proposing to a woman from Indiana who is said to be in her 20s.

2 mins

Carol Morena celebrates Thapelo's CAF Champions League victory

“Life really made mea champion’ wife” These are the words of Carol Morena, wife of Mamelodi Sundowns defender and midfielder Thapelo Morena.

1 mins

Hungary's health minister in the spotlight

LET’S be honest: globally, trust in politicians has taken a serious knock over the last decade.

2 mins

Our soldiers deserve dignity

THE conditions faced by soldiers at Fort iKapa Military Base in Goodwood, Cape Town, are a glaring reminder of the urgent need for accountability within our government.

1 mins

Let us unite around our diverse cultures

FOR MANY years, it was a widespread practice for South Africans to replace the word “race” with “culture” to identify different groups, especially when interacting with people from other racial backgrounds.

3 mins

ANC’s 2027 conference will destroy the GNU

THE Government of National Unity (GNU) that emerged after South Africa’s 2024 general election has frequently been presented as a new era of cooperation, pragmatism and political stability.

4 mins

Bolivia at ‘breaking point,’ president warns protesters

PRESIDENT Rodrigo Paz warned this week that Bolivia was at a “breaking point” after nearly a month of protests that have caused shortages of food, fuel and life-saving medicine.

1 mins

Ahmed: From hope to war, autocracy

ABIY Ahmed took power in Ethiopia in 2018, raising hopes that it would become a more open, democratic country, but his rule has been marked by mounting repression and civil war.

1 mins

A ‘catastrophic collision’ of Ebola and war

CONFLICT in the Democratic Republic of Congo is complicating efforts to rein in a deadly Ebola outbreak, the World Health Organization chief warned this week, while Uganda announced it was shutting its border.

1 mins

US-Iran clashes escalate as Tehran retaliates

THE US struck southern Iran yesterday, drawing retaliation from Tehran against a US military base, in the most serious clashes since an April ceasefire began.

2 mins

SASSA gold cards to stop working after August deadline

SOCIAL grant beneficiaries using SASSA Gold Cards have been urged to replace them with Postbank Black Cards before the August 31 deadline, after which the cards will no longer be valid.

2 mins

Study reveals hiring bias in corporate SA

A STUDY co-led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found that black youth in South Africa may face hidden barriers in corporate graduate recruitment, where hiring decisions are often influenced not only by qualifications and competence, but also by whether candidates are seen as relatable.

2 mins

90% repatriated Ghanaians found without valid documents - BMA

THE Border Management Authority (BMA) says about 90% of the 295 Ghanaians processed for voluntary repatriation from South Africa were undocumented, while five travellers were denied boarding due to immigration and documentation issues.

2 mins

Public Service Commission to probe alleged cadre deployment appointments in public works

THE Public Service Commission (PSC) says it will investigate allegations of irregular appointments within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, including claims that Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson may have been involved in appointing a senior official without following proper recruitment procedures.

1 mins

How to recognise RSV symptoms and protect your baby this winter

A SMALL cough, a runny nose, and a slightly grumpy baby who doesn’t want their bottle — it all seems normal this time of year, until it suddenly isn't.

2 mins

Korea-Japan 2002: Ronaldo's redemption and Bafana's goal-difference heartbreak

THE global football landscape was stepping into a bold new frontier, breaking fresh geographic ground as the Fifa World Cup was co-hosted in Asia for the very first time by South Korea and Japan in 2002.

3 mins

Pupuma urges Milford to capitalise on form in Magesi clash

MILFORD FC's dream of reaching the prestigious Betway Premiership is suddenly looking more realistic than ever after a sensational, flying start to the PSL Promotion/Relegation mini-league.

2 mins

Discipline and legacy drive Lerena ahead of Merhy clash

THERE is something deeply refreshing about Kevin Lerena in an era where bravado often masks insecurity and social media hype is mistaken for substance.

2 mins

Just like a bikini, Fifa rankings conceal real story behind Bafana’s chances

NOW that Bafana Bafana’s 2026 Fifa World Cup-bound squad has been announced, it is safe to say that the sideshows are over, and it is time for coach Hugo Broos to intensify his preparations.

2 mins

Defiant McMillan vows Munster will throw kitchen sink at Bulls

MUNSTER are thoroughly lapping up their underdog status going into tomorrow’s blockbuster United Rugby Championship quarter-final against the Bulls in Pretoria — with head coach Clayton McMillan boldly promising to “throw the kitchen sink” at their hosts.

2 mins

Lions must learn from Bordeaux masterclass against Leinster

THE Lions must follow the Bordeaux Begles blueprint against Leinster tomorrow evening if they are to stand any chance of success in their first-ever United Rugby Championship quarter-final.

1 mins

Broos defends controversial method of cutting stars

HUGO Broos defended his decision to retain the 32-member preliminary squad until the final 2026 FIFA World Cup team was named on Wednesday night at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse.

1 mins

European crown on the line: Five key battles that could decide Arsenal v PSG

INSPIRED by a first Premier League title in more than two decades, Arsenal travel to Budapest hoping to add a first Uefa Champions League trophy to the cabinet as they take on defending champions Paris Saint-Germain in the decider at the Puskas Arena tomorrow (6pm SA time kick-off).

2 mins

Makhanya grateful after earning long-awaited call-up

OLWETHU Makhanya has gradually and carefully honed his skillset in Major League Soccer (MLS) in recent years, which is why he’s not surprised - but grateful - to have been selected for the Bafana Bafana World Cup-bound team.

3 mins

SA Reserve Bank warns of more interest rate hikes on the cards

Central bank outlines series of risk scenarios that could push inflation above 6%

3 mins

Global growth outlook darkens as inflation fears rise in Sub-Saharan Africa, warns WEF

THE global economic outlook has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks, with economists warning that escalating conflict in the Middle East and prolonged disruption to the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a severe shock to global growth, trade and inflation.

2 mins

SA poised for record 17 million tons maize harvest, raising hopes for agricultural sector

SOUTH Africa is on track to produce its largest maize harvest on record, according to the latest report from the Crop Estimates Committee (CEC), with economists and agricultural experts saying the bumper crop could help ease pressure on food prices and livestock feed costs.

3 mins

South Africa cannot solve today's jobs crisis with yesterday's industries

YESTERDAY’S 2026 Future of Jobs Summit™ highlighted an urgent national call to reposition South Africa around future industries, future skills, and future-ready leadership.

3 mins

KZN agricultural union urges caution after court ruling on private FMD vaccine procurement

THE KZN Agricultural Union (Kwanalu) has cautiously welcomed a recent Gauteng High Court ruling relating to the private procurement and administration of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines.

2 mins

Property groups warn of pressure on housing market after interest rate hike

SOUTH Africa's residential property sector is expected to come under renewed pressure following the SA Reserve Bank’s decision to raise interest rates by 25 basis points, with property groups warning that higher borrowing costs will squeeze household finances and slow market momentum.

3 mins

Lewis Group reports strong credit sales growth and more than 50 new store openings

LEWIS Group reported strong credit sales growth from its furniture, home appliance, and bedding stores, expanding margins, a good quality of debtor's portfolio, and 58 new stores opened during the year to March 31, 2026.

2 mins

MANCOSA and the evolution of accessible higher education

THE future of higher education will not be determined by which institution has the largest campus footprint, but by those that are able to make quality education more accessible, flexible and relevant in a rapidly changing world.

3 mins

Life Healthcare's strategic initiatives lead to attributable profit in six months

LIFE Healthcare reported a R771 million attributable profit in the six months to March 31, a turnaround from the R2.22 billion loss it made a year before, as it continued to work on aligning capacity with patient demand and expanding access to healthcare.

2 mins

DebtBusters report reveals ongoing financial strain for consumers

SOUTH African households received some relief at the start of 2026 as lower interest rates and access to retirement savings through the two-pot system eased financial pressure.

3 mins

Understanding the evolving tax landscape

OVER a year ago, I indicated that South Africa's next significant development in tax policy would not necessarily be an increase in tax rates, but rather a shift towards enhanced enforcement.

4 mins

Pension fund adjudicator rules in favour of complainant's savings withdrawal

THE Municipal Employees Pension Fund has been ordered to allow a member access to her savings withdrawal benefit under the two-pot retirement system after the office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator found that the fund incorrectly applied its rules.

2 mins

Experience the magic of Ubuntu with Billy Monama

BILLY Monama’s Rebirth of Ubuntu Concert This powerful concert will commemorate five decades since the 1976 Youth Uprising.

1 mins

Londie London rebuilds her brand with new music and a fresh image

LONDIE London is not just trending again; she is quietly rebuilding her entire brand in public view.

1 mins

Tyla makes music history and JLo returns to romcoms

IT WAS a week of major career milestones, surprise reunions and big announcements across the entertainment world.

3 mins

Sello Maake KaNcube dumps controversial honorary doctorate

LEGENDARY South African actor Sello Maake KaNcube is officially cutting ties with the controversial honorary doctorate that has caused him years of grief.

2 mins

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