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Hollywood honours Marilyn Monroe, 100 years after her birth
AFP|Published

Hollywood honours Marilyn Monroe, 100 years after her birth

Watch VideoStormers back Jurie Matthee for crucial URC semi-final against Leinster

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Despite losing star playmaker Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to injury, Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani is confident Jurie Matthee can step up in Dublin.

Ramaphosa: Bafana Bafana carry hopes of 62 million South Africans ahead of World Cup opener

Wendy Dondolo|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans to rally behind Bafana Bafana ahead of their FIFA World Cup opener against Mexico, saying the team carries the ...

June official fuel price changes bring relief for diesel users but petrol motorists face sharp increase

Ashley Lechman|Updated

Petrol motorists will pay significantly more from 3 June, while diesel users enjoy price cuts of up to R3.25 per litre.

Watch VideoBlitzboks look for clinical edge in Bordeaux after SVNS Valladolid final defeat

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Despite reaching a sixth consecutive HSBC SVNS final and staying top of the standings, Blitzboks coach Philip Snyman warns his side must be more ruthless.

RTMC calls for heightened road safety following tragic weekend crashes

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Following a tragic weekend that saw 19 fatalities in multiple traffic accidents, the RTMC has issued a warning urging motorists to enhance vehicle visibility and ...

Springbok Women’s Sevens build confidence in Valladolid despite growing injury concerns

Rowan Callaghan|Published

South Africa secured ninth place at the HSBC SVNS Valladolid tournament, but coach Cecil Afrika faces a race against time with a mounting injury list ahead of Bordeaux. ...

KwaMsane detective arrested for R5,000 bribe in inmate escape plot

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

A KwaZulu-Natal detective has been arrested for allegedly accepting a R5,000 bribe to assist three inmates in escaping from police custody, following a lengthy investigation ...

KZN drunk driving crackdown: Soldier and taxi driver arrested in Ladysmith

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

A major drunk driving crackdown in KwaZulu-Natal led to the arrest of 59 motorists, including a soldier and a taxi driver with a blood-alcohol level 20 times over ...

Thula Thula Game Lodge marks a milestone with new cheetah collaring

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Thula Thula Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal takes a crucial step in the fight against extinction by collaring four endangered cheetahs, significantly enhancing ...

Violence, threats stall Msunduzi disciplinary cases, fraud probes

Thami Magubane|Published

Municipal workers in Msunduzi are facing serious threats from contractors following contract disputes, raising concerns about governance and accountability within ...

Independent Media backs bold campaign to fight period poverty and restore dignity

Partnered|Published

“A newspaper can absorb the blood, but not the shame.”

Watch VideoURC quarter-finals: Five things we learned from the last-eight action

Leighton Koopman|Published

Leinster, Glasgow, the Bulls and Stormers are through to the URC semi-finals after the quarter-finals provided plenty of drama and food for thought ahead of the ...

Watch VideoAfrica in North America: Written off Ghana ready to be Black Stars and surprise World Cup 2026 Group L

Malibongwe Mdletshe|Published

Despite a poor run of form and a low world ranking, Ghana's Black Stars are primed to fight adversity in a tough Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama.

Watch VideoFrustrated, irritated and questioning why me? – Springbok star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu vows to bounce back

Leighton Koopman|Published

Springbok flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu faces a challenging recovery after a serious ankle injury during the URC quarter-final. As he grapples with frustration ...

KZN GPU future uncertain as NFP confirms Barnes will replace Shinga

Thami Magubane|Published

The NFP's decision to expel Mbali Shinga has sparked a legal battle that could destabilise the provincial government of unity in KZN, as analysts weigh in on the ...

Iran says does not trust US as Trump toughens terms

AFP|Updated

Iran's chief negotiator warned the United States is not to be trusted Sunday, saying Tehran would not agree to any deal with Washington unless it fully secures Iranian ...

Employment Equity Amendment Act regulations to go ahead, pending court action

Zelda Venter|Updated

South Africa's Constitutional Court has dismissed an urgent application by Neasa and Sakeliga against the government's new employment equity quotas, prompting the ...

Springbok Women overcome fierce Kenya challenge to retain title

Rowan Callaghan|Published

The Springbok Women fought off a spirited Kenyan fightback in Nairobi to secure a hard-earned 35-20 victory and claim their fifth successive continental crown.

Watch VideoTMO heartbreak for Blitzboks as Australia snatch Valladolid title

Rowan Callaghan|Published

A dramatic last-minute forward pass denied the Blitzboks a chance to force extra time as Australia claimed a 26-19 victory in an incident-packed final in Spain.