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Pressure mounts on Ngizwe Mchunu amid court ruling, hate speech allegations, and arson attack
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Pressure mounts on Ngizwe Mchunu amid court ruling, hate speech allegations, and ...

Watch VideoAndre the Giant among top winners at annual Sharks Awards banquet

Mike Greenaway|Published

The Sharks held their annual awards evening on Tuesday night. While it has been a season to forget, some players fared better than others, and were rewarded for ...

Tributes pour in for late uMhlathuze deputy mayor Christo Botha

Thami Magubane|Published

uMhlathuze deputy mayor Christo Botha has passed away after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of service and dedication.

Beyond the horizon: KZN tourism embraces technology and personal touch for future growth

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Discover how KwaZulu-Natal's Midlands Meander and Drakensberg are transforming tourism through technology and immersive experiences, while tackling challenges to ...

Watch VideoErasmus names 'purpose-driven' 40-man Springbok squad for Cape Town camp

Mike Greenaway|Published

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has selected a 40-man squad for the team's second alignment camp of 2026, featuring 10 uncapped players and two exciting newcomers ...

KwaZulu-Natal sees employment growth amid South Africa's worsening jobs crisis

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Despite South Africa's escalating unemployment crisis, KwaZulu-Natal stands out as the only province to record job growth in Q1:2026, adding 6,000 jobs. However, ...

MKP accused of blocking government clinic construction over workers' salary dispute

Thami Magubane|Published

The Umkhonto we Sizwe Party is accused of obstructing the construction of a government clinic in Pietermaritzburg due to salary disputes with contractors, raising ...

Africa’s Travel Indaba: Ramaphosa hails KZN’s tourism-led economic recovery

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa praises Durban and KwaZulu-Natal as positive models of tourism-driven economic growth, highlighting significant investments and job creation ...

The new era of property: Nicole Chetty on blending luxury real estate with digital influence

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Discover how Nicole Chetty, a young luxury real estate advisor from Port Elizabeth, is making waves in Cape Town's competitive property market through her people-first ...

Watch VideoLife at Loftus is about competing for places, says Stedman Gans of Bulls' new signings

Mike Greenaway|Published

Bulls stalwart Stedman Gans is looking forward to his 100-cap milestone on Saturday, against Benetton at Loftus Versfeld. He also welcomes the fresh talent on the ...

Brayan Leon’s scoring streak in vain as Mamelodi Sundowns lose title advantage

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Despite a prolific run from Colombian striker Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns' defeat to TS Galaxy has left their nine-year dominance of the league in jeopardy, with ...

Watch VideoPirates one win away from securing the title after Sundowns lose to Galaxy in Mbombela

Mihlali Baleka|Published

TS Galaxy shocked Mamelodi Sundowns in Mbombela, leaving Orlando Pirates needing just a win from their last two games to clinch the Betway Premiership title.

Watch VideoHow Orlando Pirates mastered the art of consistency in their title charge

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates’ balanced attack, solid defence, passionate supporters and strong technical team have driven their impressive Betway Premiership title challenge. ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs face big decision over Kaze and Ben Youssef despite securing CAF spot

Mihlali Baleka|Published

KaizerChiefs secured CAF Champions League qualification, but management still faces a crucial decision on retaining coaches Khalul Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef.

Watch VideoFive players Hugo Broos could likely to include in Bafana Bafana's World Cup squad

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Hugo Broos faces difficult selection decisions after several local and overseas stars impressed ahead of Bafana Bafana’s World Cup campaign.

Multi-talented Stedman Gans loves his roving role in Bulls backline, but 13 his favourite

Mike Greenaway|Published

Former Blitzbok Stedman Gans has the skills to play in most backline positions. He is typically a wing but this season has found himself at inside centre.

World Rugby whacks Georgian players, doctor with hefty bans for urine sample substitution

Mike Greenaway|Published

A doping scandal has rocked rugby in Georgian. World Rugby has proved that a doctor helped national team players escape censure by swapping sample with " clean" ...

Dube TradePort unveils Dube AgriZone 2 to empower small-scale farmers

Thami Magubane|Published

Dube TradePort is set to launch Dube AgriZone 2, an initiative aimed at empowering small-scale farmers and enhancing agricultural production in South Africa

Watch VideoJerusha brings 'The Love Trilogy' to a powerful close with new single 'Ti Amo'

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

South African star Jerusha concludes her powerful Love Trilogy with 'Ti Amo', a cinematic anthem of healing, self-devotion and resilience.

eThekwini Municipality defends soup kitchen programme amid scrutiny

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

The neThekwini Municipality is taking steps to reform its soup kitchen programme in response to public concerns about conditions at feeding sites, while reaffirming ...