Bafana Bafana squad announced ahead of upcoming international fixtures
Hugo Broos has announced the Bafana Bafana squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Nigeria, with both matches to be played in Bloemfontein.
Sports
Crime
Judge rules Amber Lee Hughes planned to murder Nada-Jane Challita
Amber Lee Hughes has been convicted by the Gauteng High Court of raping and murdering four-year-old Nada-Jane Challita, with sentencing set for October.
Viral News
Who is Robin Westman? – Minneapolis school shooter wanted to be identified as a woman
The Minneapolis Catholic school shooting suspect, Robin M. Westman, born Robert Paul Westman, opened fire during morning Mass, killing two children and injuring 17 before taking their own life.
Sports
Jelena Ostapenko faces disciplinary actions over Taylor Townsend row
Jelena Ostapenko could face punishment after a heated argument with Taylor Townsend following her US Open loss.
Sports
New Zealand vs South Africa: Team news, how to watch, predictions
The All Blacks host the Springboks at Eden Park on Saturday, 6 September 2025, in a New Zealand vs South Africa Rugby Championship clash that could decide the tournament.
Sports
MTN 8 final 2025: Team news, how to watch, score predictions
Orlando Pirates face Stellenbosch FC in the MTN 8 final on Saturday, 13 September 2025, at Mbombela Stadium, with both sides chasing silverware.
News
Spur set to lose millions in GPS Food dispute
An arbitrator has ruled against Spur Corporation in its multi-million rand legal fight with GPS Food Group, with the restaurant franchisor now facing possible damages worth more than R100 million.
Viral News
Tshidi Madia dies: Cause of death, biography, career and achievements
Seasoned journalist Tshidi Madia has died. Here’s everything we know.
News
Equality Court finds Julius Malema guilty of hate speech
Julius Malema has been found guilty of hate speech by the Equality Court in Cape Town following statements he made at a 2022 rally.
Viral News
Shane Christie dies: Cause of death, biography, career and achievements
Former All Blacks and Highlanders flanker Shane Christie has died aged 39 after years of battling concussion-related health problems.
Viral News
Knysna High pupil set for disciplinary hearing for using K-word on camera [video]
Knysna High School has launched a probe after a video of a pupil using the K-word went viral, with the learner now facing a disciplinary hearing.
Local
Cyan Boujee claims promoting Russian internship scam was ‘not for the money’
Cyan Boujee has apologised for promoting the Alabuga programme, a suspected Russian internship scam now under investigation for links to human trafficking.
Crime
Nelspruit teen in custody for allegedly killing mom and son in botched burglary
Police in Nelspruit say a 19-year-old is under hospital guard after allegedly killing a mother and son during a house robbery in Barberton.
Local
Nandipha Magudumana’s father appears in Thabo Bester Netflix documentary
Thabo Bester and Nandipha Magudumana have filed an urgent court application to stop Netflix from releasing its upcoming documentary, ‘Beauty and the Bester’, which features an interview with Magudumana’s father.
News
South African petrol price: Here’s what to expect in September 2025
South Africa’s fuel forecast shows Petrol 95 may rise slightly in September 2025, while diesel and paraffin are set for big price cuts despite the levy.
Crime
Macassar taxi rank shooting kills two, bystanders injured
Two taxi drivers were killed and two bystanders wounded when gunmen opened fire at the Macassar taxi rank on Tuesday morning.
Crime
Man linked to Baby Moegsien Isaacs murder has a history of gun violence, authorities confirm
A suspect wanted in connection with the killing of two-month-old Moegsien Isaacs was twice arrested for illegal firearm possession, but both cases were withdrawn, according to City official JP Smith.
Viral News
Home Affairs blocks Pamela Nomvete’s return to South Africa
Former ‘Generations’ actress Pamela Nomvete says she cannot return home because the Department of Home Affairs is demanding documents from her late parents before renewing her South African passport.
Crime
Suspects in deadly daylight Mitchell’s Plain shooting still at large
One man was killed and another wounded in a Mitchell’s Plain police station shooting on Monday, carried out in broad daylight by suspects who are still at large.
Crime
Philippi East rank shooting linked to Khayelitsha taxi murder
Two people were killed and several others injured when gunmen opened fire at a Philippi East taxi rank, in an incident police say is linked to another shooting in Khayelitsha.
Sports
All Blacks vs Springboks: Rassie Erasmus confirms squad travelling to New Zealand
Rassie Erasmus has named a 36-man Springbok squad for the two upcoming Rugby Championship Tests against the All Blacks in New Zealand.
News
SASSA set to launch new biometrics system for social grants
SASSA will introduce mandatory biometrics for social grant beneficiaries from September 2025, aiming to stop fraud and improve payment security.
Crime
Phone records link yet another police minister to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala
Former Police Minister Bheki Cele has been linked to jailed businessman Vusi “Cat” Matlala through phone records.
Viral News
These influencers are being investigated for allegedly recruiting ‘young girls’ for jobs in Russia
South African influencers are under investigation for allegedly promoting a Russia internship scam that recruits young girls with promises of jobs and training opportunities.
Crime
Western Cape detectives probe triple murder in Kleinvlei
Three men were shot dead in Kleinvlei, Cape Town, in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Local
Nandi Nyembe dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Veteran South African actress Nandi Nyembe has died at the age of 75, her family and the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture confirmed in a joint statement.
News
Emmanuel Haro update: Parents of missing baby charged with murder
In a shocking baby Emmanuel Haro update, California authorities announced that the parents of the missing seven-month-old child have been arrested and charged with murder.
Sports
Springboks vs Australia: Teams, how to watch live, predictions
The Springboks face Australia in Cape Town on Saturday with fans eager to see if South Africa can bounce back after last weekend’s defeat. Here’s how to watch Springboks vs Australia and our match predictions.
Viral News
Menendez brothers suffer setback in parole bid
Lyle and Erik Menendez, known as the Menendez brothers, were both denied parole this week after more than 30 years in prison for the murders of their parents.
Fashion
SHEIN finds new ways to disrupt South Africa’s online retail market
SHEIN is shaking up South Africa’s fashion industry with a pop-up store, a local brand partnership, and tax loopholes that give it a major pricing advantage.