Robin Hood founder Cindy Norcott steps back

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

After two decades of philanthropy, Robin Hood Foundation founder Cindy Norcott passes the torch

Fear grips Wentworth after deadly suspected gang and drug violence

Karen Singh|Published

Residents of Wentworth call for immediate police action as gang violence escalates, following a tragic shooting that leaves two dead and several injured, intensifying ...

SA’s vanishing children crisis

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

The missing numbers: Why South Africa can’t count its missing children

Tiny craft, huge oceans... brave sailors in the Mini Globe Race enjoy some Durban hospitality

Sophie Thompson|Published

Intrepid adventurers or utter madmen, a small fleet competing in the Mini Globe Race have popped in to Durban for a mandatory pitstop two thirds of their way into ...

Wentworth shooting: Gunmen in Mazda 3 kill two, injure seven, and shoot dog

Hope Ntanzi|Published

KwaZulu-Natal police have launched a manhunt after gunmen travelling in a grey Mazda 3 opened fire on a group of people in Wentworth killing two people and a dog. ...

eThekwini Municipality faces backlash over R874.9 million budget reallocation

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini councillors express serious concerns regarding the reprioritisation of R874.9 million from the municipal budget

Wakesleigh Road upgrade: eThekwini ratepayers celebrate plans for 2026

Zainul Dawood|Published

Wakesleigh Road's transformation into a dual-carriageway by 2026 promises to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance safety for local residents.

Enhancing water delivery in eThekwini: A closer look at the Southern Aqueduct

Thobeka Ngema|Published

In a crucial inspection of service delivery projects in Durban, officials tackle pressing water provision challenges, highlighting significant progress on the Southern ...

Green Shoots: Fighting corruption without losing our freedoms

Ashley Green-Thompson|Published

The writer says NDPP Batohi’s refusal to name staff shows that protecting rights is as important as tackling corruption.

'A stalwart of our party': DA mourns Roger Burrows

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Former KwaZulu-Natal DA leader Roger Burrows has died after a lengthy illness, prompting heartfelt tributes from party leader John Steenhuisen and colleagues.

6 South African inventions that changed the world

Sarene Kloren|Published

Explore the remarkable journey of 6 South African inventions that have revolutionised our lives, from medical breakthroughs to space travel.

Why Morgan Freeman’s fight against AI cloning matters for every artist

Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Morgan Freeman voices his concerns over AI technology in Hollywood, arguing that it threatens the integrity of artistic work and the rights of actors.

LOOK: Grammy-winning artist Gregory Porter receives a joyful welcome from Zulu dancers in Durban

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Two-time Grammy Award winner Gregory Porter arrives in Durban, greeted by Zulu dancers, ahead of his much-anticipated concert as part of the 'Love is King SA 2025 ...

Do you speak cat? Take the quiz

The Conversation|Published

While often miscast as mysterious or hard to understand, cats are actually excellent communicators.

Rare Patek Philippe watch sells for $17.6m

AFP|Published

A Patek Philippe timepiece that in 2016 became the most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction fetched an even higher price this weekend, auctioneers Phillips ...

The history of the Shark tank

Frank Chemaly|Published

Both the old and the new pictures this week were posted by Yatish Bipulprasad in the Facebook Page Durban History and Stories and features Durban’s home of rugby ...

Trump’s incoherent foreign policy defies explanation

The Washington Post|Published

One minute he's claiming he's ended seven wars and deserves the Nobel Peace Prize - the next minute he's planning to go to war.

How Tucker Carlson instigated an inevitable war within MAGA

The Washington Post|Published

The inevitable fracturing of President Donald Trump’s MAGA movement is in sight, the instigator of its rupture that most narcissistic and destructive of media personalities: ...

Choosing between pure maths and maths literacy: what parents and pupils should consider

Staff Reporter|Published

As year-end exams come to a close, students and parents face a pivotal decision on whether to continue with Pure Mathematics or switch to Maths Literacy. Discover ...