UN recognises South Africa’s thicket restoration as world restoration flagship
Staff Reporter|Published

UN recognises South Africa’s thicket restoration as world restoration flagship

The colonial legacy of George: uncovering the history of enslaved Africans

Ras Hein Scheepers|Published

Explore the rich yet painful history of George, a district shaped by colonial exploitation and the lives of enslaved Africans. Discover how the inaugural Emancipation ...

Zanodumo Godlimpi: innovating affordable prosthetics for South Africa's amputees

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published

Zanodumo Godlimpi, a postgraduate student from Walter Sisulu University, has developed a groundbreaking pneumatic prosthetic foot aimed at improving the lives of ...

Discover the hottest up-and-coming suburbs for property investment in South Africa

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published

With 2025 nearing its end, discover the three up-and-coming suburbs in South Africa that are capturing the attention of home buyers and investors alike. Learn why ...

Eminent South African arts leader Bongani Tembe to address the Beijing Forum for Symphonic Music

Staff Reporter|Published

As Bongani Tembe takes the stage in Beijing, he not only represents South Africa but the rich tapestry of global music, highlighting the transformative power of ...

Communities in KwaZulu-Natal empowered with fishing rods for sustainable practices

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how the KwaSokhulu and Nyembe communities in KwaZulu-Natal are embracing sustainable fishing practices through an empowering initiative that equips local ...

A race against time to save the world's fastest

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Wild Africa sounds alarm on declining cheetah population

From groceries to glamour: how the Woolworths bag became a status symbol in South Africa

Bernelee Vollmer|Published

The Woolworths shopping bag has transformed from a simple grocery carrier to a cultural icon in South Africa, symbolising understated wealth and social status.

Major road closures on the N3 for important construction work

Staff Reporter|Published

As major roadworks set to reshape travel on the N3 get underway, motorists should prepare for temporary closures and diversions this December. Ensure your journey ...

Unlock the potential of your December bonus with smart financial choices

Staff Reporter|Published

As bonus season descends upon South Africa, remember that your financial decisions today will echo in your future. By leveraging your bonus wisely, you can enjoy ...

A stunning celestial collaboration: how stargazing is transforming mental health in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa confronts a mental health crisis, this innovative project is paving a new path towards emotional wellbeing — one that encourages citizens to look ...

Watch VideoAre screens stunting our children's growth?

Staff Reporter|Published

As screens proliferate in children's lives, the consequences for their developing brains are profound. Experts call for a revival of free play as the antidote to ...

Splashy Fen announces 2026 artistic line up

Sakhile Kweyama|Published

Don't miss out on Splashy Fen 2026, South Africa's oldest music festival, featuring an exciting line-up of international artists and unique accommodation options. ...

Why the world’s top coffee producer is switching beans

The Washington Post|Published

As climate change makes it harder to grow Arabica coffee beans, some farmers are investing in robusta, which produces a more bitter bean but can tolerate higher ...

Can you dance the tango? It helps slow down brain aging

The Washington Post|Published

Playing music, dancing, creating art - and even playing some types of video games - aren’t just immersive and emotionally rewarding. They may actually slow down ...

Study shows a promising path toward HIV cure

The Washington Post|Published

Researchers gave 10 people with HIV a complex regimen of experimental immunotherapies, then discontinued the daily pills that kept the virus at bay.

'Rescued my soul': Hong Kong firefighters save beloved pets

AFP|Published

When Jacky Lee first heard about a raging fire at the Hong Kong housing estate where she lived, she rushed back to save Jason, her 15-year-old grey poodle still ...

After a bitter past, woman donates kidney to her ex-husband’s wife

The Washington Post|Published

Shortly after Amanda McCowan’s divorce, she met her ex-husband’s new girlfriend. She couldn’t stand her. And yet, about 10 years after they first met, McCowen did ...

Lipstick, laughter and a R65-billion budget: Imogen Mashazi is everything that is wrong with public service in South Africa ...

Lee Rondganger|Published

Former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi’s appearance at the Madlanga Commission exposed the deeper failures of South Africa’s public service. Her distracted ...

The Epstein-Israel link nobody wants you to take seriously

Rachel Marsden|Published

While trafficking young girls, he was also part of an effort to export military-grade systems to governments around the world