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Independent on Saturday
Criminals disguised in fancy clothes says police minister
ACTING Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia has warned that organised crime networks, often disguised in “designer clothes and fancy suits,” are infiltrating political parties and state institutions, posing a growing threat to national security and public trust.
1 min |
November 29, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Final call over new number plates
MEC warns of harsh penalties for those who have not made the switch to KZN's new licensing system
2 min |
November 29, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Siya and Boks speak out against GBVF
NATIONAL CRISIS
2 min |
November 22, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Guterres: Time to respect Africa
The UN Secretary-General asks world leaders to share economic growth and to make the world a better place
2 min |
November 22, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Dale Steyn claims Durban curries 'outspice' India's
AS THE cricket on the field took a backseat during the first Test between India and South Africa at Eden Gardens yesterday, the conversation among the commentators turned to which country had the spicier curries.
1 min |
November 15, 2025
Independent on Saturday
VANISHING CHILDREN CRISIS
Without proper statistics, children's organisations say it is impossible to get to the bottom of the problem
4 min |
November 15, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Stolen weapons fuel SA's violence
Police guns, missing firearms are turning streets into killing fields
3 min |
November 08, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Siya Kolisi - it's not about milestones, but about giving back
BEING surrounded by his children, teammates, coaches, and the people who have shaped his life and rugby career has left Springbok captain Siya Kolisi calm and content ahead of his 100th Test match for South Africa.
1 min |
November 08, 2025
Independent on Saturday
It's official. Scientists agree 'Thick thighs do save lives'
THIGH POWER
1 min |
November 08, 2025
Independent on Saturday
PROTEAS IN FINAL PUSH TO VICTORY
The Proteas, Banyana and the Boks have forged an impressive year for women's sport. Now the nation gets behind our cricketers to go all the way tomorrow
3 min |
November 01, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Hold onto your hard earned cash, experts warn
IF YOU are thinking of splurging this Black Friday, economists are warning that with an economy in the doldrums it would be wise to keep your cash in hand.
1 min |
November 01, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Proteas out to win
LAURA Wolvaardt will lead the Proteas Women against Australia in Indore today as South Africa look to test themselves against the favourites to win the ongoing ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in India.
1 min |
October 25, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Suicide crisis for SA's first responders
The enormous pressure on police, ambulance workers and firefighters hammers their mental health. A recent survey showed 47.3% were depressed, 37.8% had generalised anxiety disorder, and 48.5% PTSD.
4 min |
October 25, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Shoprite CEO bags R87m payday
BUMPER YEAR
1 min |
October 18, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Call to end deadly matric parties
Nationwide campaigns to prevent tragedies
4 min |
October 18, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Prince Andrew's controversial comments
EXPLOSIVE MEMOIR
1 min |
October 18, 2025
Independent on Saturday
The whole system is compromised — Mkhwanazi
KWAZULU-NATAL'S police commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, ignited a firestorm of controversy this week as he made several high-profile requests to Parliament.
2 min |
October 11, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Hospital ICUs are on life support
SA has just five ICU beds per 100 000 people, way below international averages. In some provinces the number is closer to one
4 min |
October 11, 2025
Independent on Saturday
World awaits blowback as the prize slips from Trump’s hands
IN AWARDING the Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado of Venezuela, the Norwegian Nobel Committee recognised “a woman who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.”
2 min |
October 11, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Boks ready for high-stakes showdown at Twickenham
RASSIE Erasmus's Springboks will add another chapter to their illustrious history should they beat Argentina in London this afternoon in the final match of the 2025 Rugby Championship.
1 min |
October 04, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Landmark ruling for SA parents
New moms and dads can now share the maternity leave allowed by law however it works best for their new family
2 min |
October 04, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Nersa’s mistakes could lead to higher electricity costs
AUDIT DEMAND
2 min |
October 04, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Air Zimbabwe’s boarding passes spark fun and security concerns
AIR Zimbabwe's recent use of hand-written boarding passes has sparked a mix of amusement, curiosity, and debate among travelers and social media commentators.
2 min |
October 04, 2025
Independent on Saturday
SA teachers are leaving in droves
Schools are a battleground where rogue parents make their lives a living hell
4 min |
September 27, 2025
Independent on Saturday
We want to play winning rugby, no matter what it takes, says Kolisi
WHILE thousands of Joburg rugby fans watch from afar, more than 50 000 Durbanites are filling Kings Park this evening as the Springboks chase a historic milestone - defending their Rugby Championship title for the first time since the tournament began in 1996. Siya Kolisi's side, winners of last year's championship, face a fast-improving Argentine team in a match that could define their season and edge them closer to making history.
1 min |
September 27, 2025
Independent on Saturday
NSPCA and horseracing fraternity at odds over treatment of horses
HORSERACING is a multimillion-rand business in South Africa, but behind the glitz and glamour of racing events and the betting that goes with it, are the horses, whom the National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) says are subject to abuse, illegal harnessing and the racing of horses that the body said were too young to participate in racing.
2 min |
September 20, 2025
Independent on Saturday
KZN top cop's shocking revelations
KWAZULU-NATAL Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has laid bare details of political interference by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and at least two of his predecessors, Nathi Mthethwa and Bheki Cele.
3 min |
September 20, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Celebrating creativity and flavour as a judge
IN CELEBRATION of cake culture, The Sweet Slice Luxe Cakery’s owner, Sibahle Khumalo, is set to join an esteemed panel of judges for the inaugural Independent on Saturday's Cake in the Garden event, taking place on September 27 at the picturesque Durban Botanical Gardens.
2 min |
September 13, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Middle class squeezed mercilessly
GDP growth not adequate to offset skyrocketing food prices and utilities costs in South Africa
4 min |
September 13, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Springboks fight for Freedom Cup glory
SPRINGBOK rugby fans have rarely had it as good as they have today, with the men's and women's teams in a unique doubleheader against old foe New Zealand.
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