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Life sentence for man who raped nine-year-old girl in KwaZulu-Natal
Nomonde Zondi|Published

Life sentence for man who raped nine-year-old girl in KwaZulu-Natal

Justice Madlanga to decide on ANC member's request for private testimony amid death threats

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Retired Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga is set to decide on the request of ANC member Suliman Carrim to testify in-camera due to serious death threats, raising significant ...

Ramaphosa remains neutral as Zuma and Mbeki challenge Khampepe's TRC role

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has stated he will not oppose former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki's application for the recusal of Justice Sisi Khampepe from ...

MK Party's covert plan to overthrow KwaZulu-Natal leadership

Bongani Hans|Published

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party's secretive strategy to challenge the KwaZulu-Natal Government of Provincial Unity raises questions about the political landscape in the ...

Corruption Uncovered: Trent's shocking testimony links Ramaphosa

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Sarah-Jane Trent's testimony reveals complex connections between senior officials and corruption allegations, including links to President Cyril Ramaphosa's son, ...

Cuba is next, but first...

Bheki Gila|Published

The ongoing war in West Asia reflects a deepening crisis in US foreign policy, where escalating military actions are often justified by domestic turmoil. As the ...

‘We must propel the voices of women in science’ – Deputy Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation at UP Women in Science ...

Partnered Content|Published

Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina urges a national commitment to spotlight the achievements of women in STEM during her keynote at the Women in Science Symposium, ...

Cape Town College Council challenges Minister’s administration appointment

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

The College Council of Cape Town has formally accused Minister Buti Manamela of unlawful conduct in appointing an administrator, raising serious concerns about governance ...

Cape Town woman secures victory against Standard Bank as bank plans to appeal

Chevon Booysen|Published

A Cape Town woman faces a prolonged battle with Standard Bank over an insurance claim for storm damage to her 130-year-old heritage home. After securing a ruling ...

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 ...

R800m: Will SANDF's deployment end gang violence or fuel more chaos?

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The Department of Defence has requested over R800 million for the deployment of the SANDF to assist police in provinces plagued by gang violence and illegal mining, ...

Sibling duty, black tax and more state abandonment

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

Are South African siblings legally obligated to support one another? This article explores the implications of such a duty amidst a backdrop of economic vulnerability ...

How Nigeria's 2026 party database rule could transform campaign strategies

Cynthia Manjoro|Published

With Nigeria's presidential polls approaching in January 2027, a transformative change is on the horizon. The Elections Act 2026 introduces a groundbreaking rule ...

Terror Lekota: The maverick who did it his way

Nyaniso Qwesha|Published

Explore the life of Mosiuoa 'Terror' Lekota, a defiant figure in South African politics who challenged the norms and left an indelible mark on the nation's history. ...

Iran is a victim IAEA and US-led Western double standards

Abbey Makoe|Published

The war on Iran by the US-Israeli alliance reveals significant double standards in international relations, highlighting the complexities of geopolitical dynamics. ...

Brace for SARS crypto reporting crackdown

Staff Reporter|Published

Taxpayers in South Africa face heightened scrutiny as SARS implements the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). This article clarifies the reporting obligations ...

The Mahindra Fusion Fest, KUNYE and Conrad Koch live in Joburg

Karishma Dipa|Published

Discover the vibrant cultural scene at the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026, featuring top South African artists across four dynamic stages, alongside DJ Shimza's electrifying ...

SA rapper 25K confirms safety following Middle East trip amid rising regional conflict

Lutho Pasiya|Published

South African rapper 25K reassures fans of his safety following his recent visit to the Middle East amid escalating tensions and conflict.

Titanic laughs, diva secrets and boarding school rebels: 3 must-see Joburg plays this March

Debashine Thangevelo|Published

Join Alan Committie in Johannesburg for his latest solo comedy show 'AV-A-LAUGH-TA', alongside a poignant opera piece featuring Fiona Ramsay and a thought-provoking ...

Budget Betrayal: Vulnerable citizens left to starve amid insufficient grant funding

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

UBIC voices deep concerns over the 2026 Budget Speech, warning that vulnerable South Africans will suffer due to R3 billion in savings prioritising the wealthy over ...