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Promotion over glory: Joseph Mthombeni urges Casric Stars to refocus after Nedbank Cup heroics
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoPromotion over glory: Joseph Mthombeni urges Casric Stars to refocus after Nedbank ...

Watch VideoArthur Zwane feels AmaZulu ‘won the game in their minds’ before Casric shock

Rowan Callaghan|Published

AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane admits his side " won the game in their minds" before kick-off as Casric Stars secure a shock 2-1 extra-time win in the Nedbank Cup quarter-finals. ...

uMsinga storm tragedy: Four dead, search continues for two missing men

Mercury Reporter|Published

Two men remain missing following a tragic storm incident in uMsinga, KwaZulu-Natal, where four bodies have been recovered. The KZN Department of Cooperative Governance ...

Watch VideoBasil Fawlty, the Proteas and South Africa's saddest sporting moment

Mike Greenaway|Published

South Africans have grown accustomed to losing Word Cup cricket playoffs but the 1999 semi-final against Australia still jars. British actor John Cleese is among ...

Watch VideoBulls eye Stormers on URC log in decisive Loftus North-South derby

Leighton Koopman|Published

An in-form Bulls team will aim to capitalise on the Stormers’ recent struggles in a high-stakes URC derby in Pretoria this coming Saturday.

Watch VideoVeteran Frans Malherbe ‘close to retiring’ before Springbok comeback push

Leighton Koopman|Published

After battling a serious back injury that nearly led to his retirement, Springbok stalwart Frans Malherbe is on the road to recovery and training again, raising ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs season at crossroads as inconsistency and blunt attack raise concerns

Obakeng Meletse|Published

Kaizer Chiefs’ campaign has shifted from early promise to growing concern as inconsistency, lack of accountability and a blunt attack threaten to derail their ambitions. ...

Giant-killers Casric Stars claim another big scalp with victory over Usuthu in Nedbank Cup quarter-final

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Casric Stars continued their remarkable run in the Nedbank Cup, defeating AmaZulu 2-1 in a thrilling quarter-final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, thanks to a late winner ...

Escalating tensions: Trump vows to intensify bombing while Iran vows no surrender

AFP|Updated

Amid escalating conflict, President Trump threatens intensified bombing of Iran, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian vows unwavering resistance, following ...

Watch VideoSharks’ play-off hopes on a knife-edge as power shifts inland

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A dramatic shift in the URC sees the Lions claim the SA Shield while the Stormers slide down the log. We look at the inland surge ahead of the play-off race.

Vincent Tshituka's incredible journey from the Congo to the Springboks

Staff Reporter|Published

Sharks flank Vincent Tshituka has travelled a long road from the jungles of the Congo to the green ad gold of the Springboks.

Brace for significant diesel price hikes in April as oil prices surge

Jason Woosey|Published

South Africa faces a potential fuel price shock in April, with soaring oil prices and a weakening rand leading to unprecedented increases. The Central Energy Fund's ...

Fuel price shock: Massive petrol and diesel increases predicted for April

Jason Woosey|Updated

South Africa faces a potential fuel price shock in April, with soaring oil prices and a weakening rand leading to unprecedented increases. The Central Energy Fund's ...

‘I don’t think I did much wrong’: Bogey-free Burmester rues missed putts in Hong Kong

Leighton Koopman|Published

Despite a bogey-free round, Dean Burmester's missed birdie opportunities left him two shots off the lead at LIV Golf Hong Kong, as he prepares for a crucial final ...

WATCH | Jozini motorist caught drunk driving attempts bribery with R700 and braai meat

Updated

A motorist in Jozini was arrested for attempting to bribe traffic officers with R700 and braai meat after being caught speeding and driving under the influence of ...

Massive blaze closes Springfield China Mall in Durban; 12 shops gutted

Mercury Reporter|Published

Devastating fire at China Mall in Springfield, Durban, leads to significant damage and closure as investigations begin into the cause.

Motorists alert: Lengthy Durban N2 highway closures for Wandsbeck Bridge demolition (March 7-9)

Mercury Reporter|Published

The N2 highway will be closed for several hours for the Wandsbeck Bridge demolition this weekend. Ensure you plan your routes in advance to avoid delays and congestion. ...

Watch VideoNadine Roos: We are thrilled to go from zero Springbok Women's games a year to 10

Mike Greenaway|Published

Springbok Women's star Nadine Roos says the women's game is on a strong upward trajectory in South Africa and around the world.

Watch VideoConraad van Vuuren suspension adds to Lions’ front-row concerns ahead of crucial URC stretch

Leighton Koopman|Published

Lions prop Conraad van Vuuren has been handed a four-match suspension, that could be reduced to three, for a dangerous tackle in the derby against the Stormers, ...

Trump says only Iran's 'unconditional surrender' can end war

AFP|Published

US President Donald Trump declares that only Iran's unconditional surrender can halt the escalating Middle East war, which has already caused significant turmoil ...