The world's richest man is now richer than before
Yasmine Jacobs|Updated

The world's richest man is now richer than before

Watch VideoGroup B wide open as South Africa, Egypt and Zimbabwe face AFCON 2025 challenges

Mihlali Baleka|Published

South Africa, Egypt and Zimbabwe head into AFCON with key controversies and absences that could reshape the Group B race.

Estcourt man gets life sentence for brutal murder of his former partner at taxi rank

Mercury Reporter|Published

An Estcourt man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his former partner at a taxi rank, highlighting the devastating impact of domestic violence ...

Public Works Minister to disclose findings from preliminary probe into Redcliffe temple collapse

Mercury Reporter|Published

On Wednesday, Minister Dean Macpherson will unveil the findings of the preliminary investigation into the tragic Redcliffe building collapse, which resulted in five ...

Premier Thami Ntuli condemns chaotic scenes in KZN Legislature

Thami Magubane|Published

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli addresses the recent chaos in the provincial legislature, highlighting the need for unity and stability following a failed no-confidence ...

Tazz is the people's car: KZN ANC coordinator responds to Mbalula's Ferrari jibe

Sabelo Nsele|Updated

After ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula likened KZN's provincial task team to a Toyota Tazz rather than a Ferrari, coordinator Mike Mabuyakhulu cleverly turned ...

‘This centre could revitalise SA manufacturing industry’ - Deputy Minister Gina hails UP-WEF partnership on global 4IR centre ...

Partnered Content|Published

Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina celebrates the launch of the South African Centre for Industry and Technology (SACIT), the first South African member of the World ...

Knysna water crisis: Provincial government steps in to ensure taps aren't dry this festive season

Brandon Nel|Updated

With thousands of holidaymakers expected to pour into Knysna this December, the Western Cape Government has stepped in to help the drought-prone town stabilise its ...

DA considers criminal charges after MK Party's unruly behaviour in KZN Legislature

Mercury Reporter|Published

Tensions escalated in the KZN Legislature as the MK Party's no-confidence motion against Premier Thami Ntuli failed, prompting the DA to consider criminal charges ...

Watch VideoAFCON 2025 | Five midfielders set to shine in Morocco from next week

Mihlali Baleka|Published

As AFCON kicks off in Morocco, these five influential midfielders are expected to play key roles in driving their nations’ hopes of continental glory.

SA Home Affairs White Paper: Major immigration and citizenship reforms proposed

Mercury Reporter|Published

South Africans are encouraged to participate in shaping the future of citizenship and immigration policies by providing feedback on the Draft Revised White Paper, ...

Grammy winner Jacob Collier to headline 2026 Cape Town International Jazz Festival

Daniel Young|Updated

Genre-defying musical prodigy Jacob Collier will headline the 23rd Cape Town International Jazz Festival in March 2026, bringing his revolutionary sound to Africa's ...

No update on SA men ‘trapped’ in Russia-Ukraine war, Presidency says talks are under way

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

This comes after news emerged after at least 17 South African men claimed they were recruited, allegedly by Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla and others, for what they believed ...

DStv blackout looms as 16 channels face New Year’s axe amid standoff with Warner Bros

IOL Reporter|Updated

The countdown to 2026 has become a countdown to a blackout as millions of South African households are staring down the barrel of a New Year's Eve deadline that ...

Watch VideoSkipper Williams admits disruptions in Bafana camp, urges unity ahead of AFCON

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams says the team’s camp has been unsettled by internal issues but has called on supporters to rally behind the squad ahead of ...

A festive gift from The Pav: Pavilion Shopping Centre rolls out a completely free holiday experience for KZN

Mercury Reporter|Published

Join The Pav this festive season for an unforgettable experience filled with free entertainment and activities for the whole family, running from December 6 until ...

Watch VideoBroos apologises and denies racism and sexism after Mbokazi remarks

Matshelane Mamabolo|Updated

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos issued a public apology after comments about Mbekezeli Mbokazi sparked outrage, insisting his words were misunderstood and motivated ...

Durban to Réunion Island: new flight route set to boost tourism and connectivity

ZamaNdosi Cele|Updated

Global Airways and Durban Direct announce a new flight route connecting Durban to Réunion Island, set to launch on February 26, 2026, enhancing tourism and trade ...

Justice for Durban teen: Uncle gets life sentence for raping her at their Mayville home

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

A 43-year-old Durban man has received a life sentence for repeatedly raping his teenage niece. The abuse, which occurred in their Mayville home, was only discovered ...

Why did Shamila Batohi abscond from her testimony at the Nkabinde Inquiry?

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

Batohi refused to return to testimony at the Nkabinde Inquiry, insisting she needed proper legal advice. The inquiry chair warned her actions could be seen as disrespectful ...