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September 03, 2025

Court dismisses Maphisa’s attempt to withdraw murder charges in Senzo case

THE North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has dismissed an application by accused four, Mthokoziseni Maphisa, to withdraw multiple charges against him in the high-profile Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.

1 mins

Linen shortage at Baragwanath putting patients at risk

THE ongoing linen crisis at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBH) highlights a public healthcare system in distress, where patients endure discomfort, infection risks, and delayed treatment due to basic supply failures.

3 mins

Cashless economy could be key to curbing CIT robberies

Amount of physical cash in circulation would decrease

4 mins

SANTACO rejects claims that taxi industry doesn’t pay tax

THE South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has labelled claims that the taxi industry does not pay tax as “misguided and shallow’, emphasising that most operators comply by paying personal income tax individually.

1 mins

Pedestrian awarded R2.6m from RAF

AFTER a devastating accident, a pedestrian will receive R2.6 million in compensation from the Road Accident Fund for permanent cognitive and behavioural changes.

1 mins

Joburg’s finance MMC cautions against hasty insourcing decisions

NEW Johannesburg Finance MMC Loyiso Masuku has warned the country’s largest municipality against insourcing contracted staff without conducting due diligence, resulting in millions of rand in overspending on salaries.

1 mins

Water woes force clinic to shut early

MAJOR repairs at the Alexander Park Reservoir in Kensington have deepened Gauteng’s water crisis, forcing the Malvern Clinic to shut its doors early as taps run dry.

1 mins

Vusimuzi Cat Matlala faces serious charges as State argues he is a flight risk

VUSIMUZI Cat Matlala’s relationship with Brown Mogotsi, his elaborate plan to lure his former girlfriend, Tebogo Thobejane, and the lump payments to some of the accused are among the evidence that the investigating officer has presented in court records.

2 mins

Auto-assessed by SARS: Don’t accept without review

SOUTH Africans who have been auto-assessed by SARS are being warned to double-check their tax returns, as relying solely on the pre-populated figures could lead to costly mistakes, penalties, or missed refunds.

1 mins

Paul Mashatile pays heartfelt tribute to former MEC Dikgang ‘Uhuru’ Moiloa

SOUTH African Deputy President Paul Mashatile, on behalf of the African National Congress (ANC), has paid a heartfelt tribute to former Gauteng MEC Dikgang ‘Uhuru’ Moiloa.

1 mins

Call for reopening of Tshwane’s municipal swimming pools

THE DA in Tshwane is set to propose a motion to the city council regarding the reopening of municipal swimming pools, which were initially closed in 2024 due to water shortages.

1 mins

Tshwane tourism golf day: networking for hospitality

THE inaugural Tshwane Tourism Golf Day, held at the Wingate Park Country Club, brought together over 100 professionals from the hospitality industry, cementing its place as a premier networking event for the hospitality sector.

1 mins

Amapiano sensation Soa Mattrix releases new track

AMAPIANO sensation Mandla Mashak-eni, known as Soa Mattrix, has teamed up with genre heavyweight Kabza De Small on their new release, Memeza, a dynamic track that fuses Afro-House rhythms with infectious Amapiano grooves.

2 mins

Oliphant suspended over leaking R3m trip details

ALLEGED MISCONDUCT

1 mins

Mathabatha resigns amid misconduct claims

INTERNAL STRIFE

2 mins

ANC poised to discuss leadership election reforms amid trust issues

SUBSTANTIAL DECLINE

3 mins

Ramaphosa urged to create Office of Public Integrity to combat corruption

THE National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council (NACAC) has told President Cyril Ramaphosa to establish the Office of Public Integrity (OPI) and strengthen law enforcement agencies to bolster the fight against corruption.

3 mins

Why Boy Mamabolo finally quit the ANC after 30 years

SUSPENDED ANC member and former MP Boy Mamabolo has officially resigned from the ANC after nearly three decades of membership, citing internal sabotage, political marginalisation, and deliberate efforts to discredit him.

1 mins

Happy tourism month; and updates on the Hotspurs debacle

ON THE 19th of April 2023, I decided to dissolve the South African Tourism Board during the Tottenham Hotspurs debacle, because of the irregular expenditure, saving the country R1 billion.

5 mins

Water woes continue to hit SA

SOUTH Africa's water infrastructure is facing a crisis due to ageing and poorly maintained systems. The rising demand from a growing population, along with the effects of climate change, has led to serious water shortages and quality problems.

1 mins

Young women join the National Dialogue

HOPE AND FRUSTRATION

2 mins

China's role in the WWII victory against fascism

ON SEPTEMBER 3, China will hold its 80th World War II Victory Day commemoration. Twenty-six heads of state and government and international dignitaries will grace the occasion to commemorate the sacrifices of the Chinese people in fighting and ending one of the darkest and most devastating moments of world history.

4 mins

20 missing after Indonesia protests

AT LEAST 20 people are missing after violent Indonesia protests sparked by lavish perks for lawmakers that have widened to include anger against police, a rights group said this week.

2 mins

Vietnam marks 80 years of independence in celebrations

VIETNAM held its largest public celebrations yesterday to mark 80 years since the declaration of independence, with legions of lock-stepped patriots marching under fluttering flags.

2 mins

India to start commercial chip production by vear end

INDIA will begin commercial semiconductor production by the end of 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said yesterday, touting his nation as a future \"global hub\" for chip innovation.

1 mins

First Afghan families in Germany

A GROUP of 47 Afghans who fled the Taliban arrived in Germany this week after months of waiting in Pakistan until German court rulings forced Berlin to offer them refuge.

1 mins

Back to future: UK eyes new towns to help housing crunch

THE UK’s newest town Northstowe is gradually taking shape amid cranes and scaffolding, a possible blueprint for others as the government seeks to tackle a desperate housing shortage.

2 mins

'JOMBA!' festival dances into The Market Theatre

GET ready, dance lovers! The JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Festival is back for its third year in partnership with The Market Theatre.

2 mins

‘Mormon Wives’ season 3 is back

SECRETS AND SCANDALS

1 mins

Kurt Darren, Wynand de Villiers clash over Theuns Jordaan Tribute Concert

THE Theuns Jordaan Tribute Concert in Amsterdam was meant to be a dignified and honourable tribute to one of South Africa's greatest artists.

2 mins

Heritage in words: books that keep SA’‘s story alive

SEPTEMBER is Heritage Month in South Africa, a time to reflect on the traditions, languages and stories that shape the nation’s identity

3 mins

NATIONAL ENERGY REGULATOR Intensive energy users warn of industrial jobs bloodbath as Eskom’s tariff increases loom

INTENSIVE energy users in South Africa are sounding the alarm over rising costs and impending job losses, as recent decisions by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) threaten the financial viability of crucial industries.

3 mins

South Africa’s battle against Foot and Mouth Disease: Progress and challenges

MINISTER of Agriculture John Steenhuisen said that they are making progress in addressing the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak in South Africa.

2 mins

Shoprite's annual revenue exceeds R250bn, creates thousands of jobs

Analysts say giant retailer has outperformed other retailers in terms of growth

3 mins

Brimstone Investment Corporation: Navigating economic challenges with resilience

BRIMSTONE Investment Corporation's headline earnings a share increased by 35% in the year to June 30 from R295.7m, boosted by the 127% increase in the contribution of Sea Harvest and mixed performances from its other investments.

2 mins

RBIDZ champions energy transition at BRICS Business Forum in Brazil

THE BRICS Business Forum convened on July 5 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - bringing together high-profile business leaders, policymakers and professionals from member countries to deliberate on persistent issues shaping the development agenda of the BRICS bloc.

3 mins

Motus Holdings reports significant turnaround in second half performance

MOTUS Holdings saw a significant turnaround in the second half of its financial year, with better sales, profit margin recovery, and improved operational efficiencies, following focused management actions after a muted first half.

2 mins

Barloworld investigation finds zero US sanctions violations

BARLOWORLD said Tuesday that an investigation had not uncovered any US sanctions violations in its operations, but there were “apparent violations of US export controls, which the company takes seriously and is addressing.”

2 mins

Lessons from Poland: It will soon be home to its first small modular reactor

LET'S follow Poland and resurrect our pioneering spirit

3 mins

Navigating South Africa’s energy transition: The risks of Eskom’s dual role

SOUTH Africa’s energy transition is unfolding in the midst of ageing coal stations, constrained grid infrastructure, and an urgent need for new investment. Without coherence and alignment, these pressures risk undermining growth and stability.

3 mins

SA climate targets: Are we responsive to the economic imperatives and constitutional rights?

WE ARE heating the planet at unnatural rates by emitting excess greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. This arises from burning fossil fuels to make electricity, transport people and goods, and other energy needs. Other significant emissions come from food production, waste generation, and the destruction of ecosystems, all of which store carbon in their stable states.

3 mins

Gen Z's multi-job hustle elevates cybersecurity risks

'Managing multiple job roles also means navigating an ever-expanding digital environment'

3 mins

Biggest winners and losers of record-breaking transfer window

ENGLISH Premier League clubs shattered their transfer spending record this transfer window, with Monday's deadline day one of the most dramatic in the league's history.

3 mins

Serving up early-season tastiness

THE 2025/26 campaign began with Kaizer Chiefs facing more questions than answers. Improvement was not simply a desire but an outright demand from the Amakhosi faithful after seasons of frustration.

2 mins

‘Yena a ya kwini!’ — Riveiro’s Al Ahly adventure cut short

YENA A YA KWINI! Where was he going?

2 mins

Being a champ is not always about lifting a trophy - Cardoso

AS SOUTH Africa gears up for crucial Fifa World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria, the Betway Premiership pauses, giving clubs a chance to reset and reassess their seasons.

2 mins

Proteas trio return from The Hundred as squad looms

ALTHOUGH their places have not yet been officially confirmed, it would be no surprise if Chloé Tryon, Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp are included when South Africa's squad for the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup is announced today.

2 mins

Boks focused on present as they take aim at All Blacks

THE past is the past, and the Springboks won't rely on their recent victories over the ‘All Blacks, thinking it will help them secure a win on Saturday in Auckland.

2 mins

Fortuin targets full fitness as Lions prepare for new domestic season

WITH the 2025/26 domestic season on the horizon, Lions white-ball captain Bjorn Fortuin confirmed that he is not far from full match fitness after sustaining a groin injury in the off-season.

2 mins

Bok women hungry for another victory against France

THE notion that the Springbok Women would relax for Sunday’s final Pool D encounter against France at Franklin's Gardens in Northampton, with their place in the World Cup quarterfinals already secured, was dispelled in no uncertain terms by SA flyhalf Libbie Janse van Rensburg.

2 mins

Swys De Bruin: The Bok Women coach who actually cares

SWYS de Bruin has always been a different breed as a rugby person - both as a coach and as a television pundit.

3 mins

Proteas demolish England in opener

THIS has been Keshav Maharaj’s winter. A World Test Championship medal, backed up with his coronation as South Africa's Cricketer of the Year, then honoured with the Proteas Test captaincy followed by his ascent to the lofty perch as the No 1-ranked ODI bowler in the world.

2 mins

Walaza rebounds from injury to selection

YOUNG sprint star Bayanda Walza was a surprise inclusion in the 49-member SA team for the World Athletics Championships to be held in Tokyo, Japan, between September 13 and 21, after he had pulled up injured during the 100m at the Diamond League Final in Zurich last week.

2 mins

From couch to pitch: Moodie set to face All Blacks

THERE is a list of Springboks who have never beaten the All Blacks in a Test - players who played their hearts out against the archenemy but never got over the line.

2 mins

Shabalala eyes opportunity amid Bafana’s injury challenges

KAIZER Chiefs attacking midfielder Mduduzi Shabalala is determined to make the most of his opportunity after earning a call-up to the Bafana Bafana squad for this month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria.

1 mins

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