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Weekend Argus on Saturday
'SA descending into a state of lawlessness'
EXPERTS warn that South Africa might have lost its grip on law and order and may even have entered a state of lawlessness, with violent crime levels reaching alarming heights. Many cases brought before courts are withdrawn or dismissed, further undermining public confidence in the justice system.
3 min |
August 30, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
SA prepares for tourism boon as season sets in
SOUTH Africa is gearing up for a bumper shoulder tourism season starting on September 1, with tourism bodies across the country preparing for a surge in both domestic and international visitors.
3 min |
August 23, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
No 'funeral vibes' from Boks this time?
RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP
2 min |
August 23, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
President slams convention boycotters
NATIONAL DIALOGUE
3 min |
August 16, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Work ahead is demanding, says minister
ACTING Police Minister, Professor Firoz Cachalia, National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, together with Deputy Ministers Dr Polly Boshielo and Cassel Mathale, welcomed more than 1,900 newly trained constables to the ranks of the South African Police Service (SAPS) at their passing out parade.
2 min |
August 16, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
New AGU head's grand plan to tackle gangs
THE Western Cape remains one of South Africa's most dangerous provinces, alongside Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, when it comes to national murder statistics.
3 min |
August 09, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
SA's wealthy executives increasingly the target of kidnappers
SOUTH Africa's captains of industry are under siege. Experts say an increasing number of CEOs and high-net-worth individuals are being kidnapped by sophisticated criminal enterprises who see them as lucrative targets.
3 min |
August 09, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
A rose for every 115 women raped daily in SA
TODAY, on National Women's Day, 115 red roses will appear across Cape Town, not as symbols of romance, but as silent protests against the violence that women endure.
2 min |
August 09, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Experts, analysts cautiously optimistic as new police minister assumes office
WITH all eyes on newly appointed Acting Minister of Police, Professor Firoz Cachalia, crime experts and analysts are cautiously optimistic about what his appointment could mean for policing reform and national security in South Africa.
1 min |
August 02, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
World watches as Gaza starves to death
AS GAZA slips deeper into famine amid relentless conflict, mass displacement, and blocked humanitarian aid, horror stories are emerging from mothers desperately seeking food and water for their children.
3 min |
August 02, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Proposed Road Accident Benefit Scheme Bill roundly condemned
THE Department of Transport’s move to revive the long-rejected Road Accident Benefit Scheme (RABS) Bill has sparked concerns, following Minister Barbara Creecy’s announcement that she has dissolved the Road Accident Fund (RAF) Board due to ongoing governance and operational failures.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
US tariffs: SA moves swiftly to cushion impact
SOUTH Africa is quickly expanding its global trade partners as a solution to the US' 30% tariff on its exports, said Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen.
3 min |
July 26, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Survé Philanthropies make Mandela Day count in deserving communities
WORTHY CAUSE
2 min |
July 19, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Job loss fears over MultiChoice, Canal+ merger
LOCAL content producers and actors are concerned that the French Television Giant Canal+'s acquisition of Multichoice may lead to fewer local productions and could lead to an increase in unemployment for those working in the entertainment industry, especially those dependent on commissions from Multichoice.
3 min |
July 19, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Hermann's journey down the N4 has prepared him for Proteas T20I call-up
THE South African domestic system endures plenty of criticism for its perceived lack of quality. That it doesn’t provide enough opportunities to prepare players for international competition.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Wanderers expose Pirates' set-piece defence frailties
PRE SEASON FRIENDLY
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
How to keep your holiday plans safe from travel fraudsters
AS HOLIDAY plans begin to take shape for many across the globe, a dark cloud looms over the travel industry: a surge in holiday scams.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Can some office gossip be good for the workplace?
WHILE talking smack behind a colleague’s back probably won't produce any personal or organisational benefits, research suggests that sharing neutral or positive information outside of official workplace communication channels will.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Nozipho Ntshangase's healing escape to Bali inspired by 'Eat Pray Love'
IN A HEARTFELT interview marking her recent milestone 40th birthday, Nozipho Ntshangase, a familiar face from The Mommy Club, shared her deeply personal plans for a solo journey aimed at healing and self-discovery.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Can Al chatbots replace human therapists?
ARTIFICIAL intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s here, embedded in our daily lives, reshaping how we work, connect and even care for our mental health.
4 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Family prepares for return of slain 'baby girl' Paige
HEARTBROKEN Durban parents Michelle and John Bell are preparing to bring home the body of their “baby girl” who was murdered in the Bahamas last week.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra to premiere 'Beethoven's Symphony No.9'
THE Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra (Mzansi Philharmonic) is set to take audiences on a captivating cinematic journey with the world première of its concert film, Beethoven's Symphony No. 9.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Experience performance and design
THERE'S something deeply satisfying about starting up a naturally aspirated V8 petrol-fuelled engine.
4 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Why the Fair Pay Bill could transform recruitment practices
HAVE you ever been asked to submit your payslip by a prospective employer, before you've even sat down for the interview? For many South Africans, it’s a routine (and often frustrating) part of the job search. But that could soon change.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
New vehicles below R400 000 driving growth in SA market
THE good times are rolling in South Africa’s new vehicle market, with nine consecutive months of sales growth putting the industry 13.6% ahead of where it was this time last year, Naamsa figures show.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Craft a magical wedding at these budget-friendly destinations
NOW that the uber-wealthy set has left Venice after witnessing the gaudy nuptials of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, you'd think that it can’t be outdone when it comes to deciding where to host your wedding reception.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Volunteer with Ladles of Love this Mandela Day
AS THE school holidays come to a close, Ladles of Love, a renowned South African nonprofit organisation, is reaching out to the nation’s youth with a poignant plea: “Log off your games and social feeds, and show up to help your country”.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Bank officials under scrutiny after bank employee arrested in drug and gun bust
THE criminal dealings of bank officials are under the spotlight once again after Standard Bank suspended a marketing manager following his arrest in connection with a major drug and firearms bust.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
'The Mikado In Concert' celebrating 140 years
CAPE Town G&S, in collaboration with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, is set to light up the Artscape Opera House with a jubilant concert staging of Gilbert and Sullivan's most iconic comic opera, The Mikado - In Concert.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Artscape festival returns with a powerful lineup
THE Artscape Women's Humanity Arts Festival returns this year with a powerful lineup of events, performances, and community engagements, all centred around the themes of healing, representation, and active peace-building.
1 min |