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IEC unveils 'Get Up. Show Up. Vote' tagline for 2026 local elections
Hope Ntanzi|Updated

IEC unveils 'Get Up. Show Up. Vote' tagline for 2026 local elections

RTMC issues strong warning to officers to reject bribes ahead of Easter traffic surge

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

With Easter travel approaching, the RTMC issues a stern warning to traffic officers about corruption, emphasising the crucial role of law enforcement in ensuring ...

Hawks probe and budget woes: MEC Francois Rodgers rejects 'inaction' claims at Newcastle Municipality

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KZN Provincial Treasury dismisses allegations of misconduct linked to Newcastle Municipality, as tensions rise between the Treasury, the DA, and the Newcastle Residents ...

eThekwini tariff hikes 2026: Parties reject proposed water, electricity and rates increases

Thami Magubane and Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Opposition parties in eThekwini Municipality are voicing strong objections to the draft budget for the 2026-2027 financial year, warning that proposed tariff increases ...

R1.6m claim prescribed: Tribunal rejects late pension complaint brought by Mpumalanga man

Mercury Correspondent|Published

The Financial Services Tribunal's ruling against a former municipal employee highlights the critical importance of keeping up to date with pension affairs, as the ...

Environmentalists vow to oppose R100 billion rebuild of former SAPREF refinery in Durban

Thami Magubane|Updated

Durban's former SAPREF refinery is set for a R100 billion rebuild, promising thousands of jobs but facing fierce opposition from environmentalists concerned about ...

Watch VideoFrom impostors to participants: Bafana Bafana finally ended South Africa's 'borrowed jerseys' era

John Goliath|Published

After years of playing the " neutral observer" in borrowed Brazil shirts, South African football fans finally have their own horse in the race.

Watch VideoBafana Bafana's blunt attack overshadows Mbokazi’s Cape Town cracker

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Despite a spectacular long-range strike from US-based defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Bafana Bafana’s lack of clinical finishing cost them dearly in a 2–1 friendly defeat ...

Watch VideoSune Luus hits 150 caps as Proteas Women's 'new breed' transform South African cricket

John Goliath|Published

While celebrating her longevity, Sune Luus has praised the " fearless" evolution of the game, typified by teenager Kayla Reyneke’s last-ball heroics against the ...

Hugo Broos targets European or Asian opposition for final Bafana Bafana warm-up

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Following a challenging double-header against Panama, Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos is looking to test his side against European or Asian opponents to prepare ...

Court dismisses Calvin Mathibeli's defamation appeal against Mkhwanazi

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

The Durban High Court has dismissed Calvin Mathibeli's appeal against a ruling ordering him to retract defamatory statements about police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. ...

Godongwana, Mantashe unpack short-term relief measures to cushion fuel price hikes

Mercury Reporter|Published

Discover how South Africa's government is responding to rising fuel prices with new relief measures aimed at consumers and the economy.

Watch VideoWhy 'hybrid' Hacjivah Dayimani is the Stormers’ new tactical weapon

Mike Greenaway|Published

Hacjivah Dayimani learned how to play wing during his time at Racing 92 in France. He is happy to embrace a hybrid role between flank and wing for the Stormers.

Watch VideoBulls must back Cheswill Jooste in their bid to slay Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun

Mike Greenaway|Published

Junior Springbok wing Cheswill Jooste scored a brilliant try for the Bulls against Munster at the weekend. Coach Johan Ackermann should make the bold call of giving ...

Watch VideoRassie Erasmus eyes replacement as injury curse robs Springboks of RG Snyman for 2026

Mike Greenaway|Published

There have been few unluckier Springboks than RG Snyman. Yet another ruptured knee has ended his international season before it has begun.

Montclair sulphur fire: Investigation underway amid toxic dumping alarm

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Emergency services rushed to Montclair's Umhlathuzana Road after a sulphur fire erupted, leaving residents struggling to breathe due to toxic fumes. Authorities ...

Gauteng High Court dismisses legal challenge against NDPP Andy Mothibi's appointment

Zelda Venter|Updated

The Gauteng High Court has decisively dismissed a legal challenge to Andy Mothibi's appointment as the National Director of Public Prosecutions, reinforcing the ...

Watch VideoEben Etzebeth back in the Sharks saddle for Connacht challenge, but Andre the Giant, Kolisi, missing

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Sharks are on Challenge Cup action against Connacht on Friday night. While they have back Springbok legend Eben Etzebeth, they will be missing several other ...

Unlicensed sites now control 62% of SA’s online gambling market

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Illegal offshore gambling is threatening millions of South African consumers, as the SABA reveals alarming statistics and calls for action.

Watch VideoSune Luus set for milestone cap as Proteas Women eye second ODI win against New Zealand

John Goliath|Published

Suné Luus will make history tomorrow as she becomes just the second South African woman to reach 150 ODI caps.