What to know about dog attacks: A Durban family's harrowing pitbull experience

Zainul Dawood|Published

A 15-year-old boy in Durban recounts his terrifying experience from a pitbull attack. The SPCA highlights the importance of dog behaviour

KZN's scholar transport safety: What parents need to know before schools reopen

Thobeka Ngema|Published

As schools prepare to reopen, KZN’s Department of Transport ramps up scrutiny of scholar transport to ensure the safety of 77,000 pupils.

UKZN celebrates KZN's outstanding matric pass rate and prepares for undergraduate admissions

Post Reporter|Published

As the Matric Class of 2025 celebrates a historic triumph, UKZN is set to roll out admissions offers, but prospective students must act quickly to secure their places ...

Back-to-school stress: 95% of parents report financial strain, reveals new survey

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Amid the back-to-school period, about 95% of parents are grappling with financial and emotional pressures according to 1Life Insurance's latest survey.

Iran set to withdraw from SA navy drills amid US pressure: report

Jason Woosey|Published

Reports suggest Iran will withdraw from the Western Cape naval drills amid rising tensions between South Africa and the US.

Watch VideoCoventry University champions badminton programme for older adults' health and well-being

Staff Reporter|Published

Explore how a groundbreaking badminton initiative is transforming the lives of seniors globally, promoting health, social connection, and community engagement — ...

Watch VideoA car and a community: how students transformed a life in need

Sydney Page and Washington Post|Published

In a heartwarming initiative, students at Louisa County High School unite to restore vehicles for single mothers, changing lives in their community. Discover how ...

SA Canegrowers urges government to abolish sugar tax amid crisis for local industry

Staff Reporter|Published

As imports of cheap, subsidised sugar surge, SA Canegrowers demands the government urgently abolish the sugar tax that threatens the livelihoods of local growers ...

US House approves three-year AGOA extension, but where does this leave South Africa?

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

With South Africa's participation now uncertain amid rising tensions, what does this mean for African exports and diplomatic relations?

Prioritising balance leads to success for top KwaZulu-Natal matriculants

Staff Reporter|Published

With the 2025 matric results coming in, students across KwaZulu-Natal exemplify how balance and consistency can lead to remarkable success, demonstrating that academia ...

Matric Class of 2025 achieves record results, with KwaZulu-Natal leading the way

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover the remarkable achievements of the Matric Class of 2025 as South Africa celebrates its educational triumphs, with KwaZulu-Natal leading the pack. Read on ...

DA investigation clears John Steenhuisen of party credit card abuse allegations

Hope Ntanzi|Published

DA leader John Steenhuisen has been cleared of abusing a party credit card after an internal investigation, though a separate inquiry will still examine whether ...

Reddam House Ballito and Umhlanga celebrate exceptional IEB results amid inspiring student stories

Staff Reporter|Published

Reddam House schools in KwaZulu-Natal showcase not only impressive IEB exam results, but also inspiring student stories of leadership and resilience. Discover how ...

Watch VideoSouth Africa's top matric achievers share inspiring stories of resilience ahead of NSC results

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover the inspiring journeys of South Africa’s top matric achievers who, despite facing challenges, have pushed through to reach their academic goals. Their stories ...

Watch VideoTHOR-05F: A groundbreaking crash test dummy aims to enhance car safety for women

Lori Aratani and Washington Post|Published

Meet THOR-05F, the pioneering crash test dummy designed for women, aimed at revolutionising vehicle safety standards and addressing gender disparities on the road. ...

Watch VideoBob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dies at 78

Niha Masih and Washington Post|Published

Bob Weir, the beloved co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has passed away, but his music and spirit live on. Discover how his remarkable journey shaped an era and resonated ...

Discovery Health to cover costs of recent claims system error affecting thousands of clients

Staff Reporter|Published

Discovery Health makes amends for a recent billing error by covering costs for thousands of affected members, reassuring clients of their commitment to fairness ...

How South Africa can secure safer water through faster testing and community engagement

Robert Erasmus|Published

Access to clean water is vital for public health, yet many in South Africa remain unaware of the hidden dangers lurking in their taps. Discover how innovative in-house ...

South Africa's road safety crisis: Too many cars and too few traffic officers

Anita Nkonki and Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

With over 14 million vehicles and only 22,000 traffic officers, South Africa faces a road safety crisis that demands immediate action.

Bumpy start to new school year

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Schools in KZN face a bumpy start to the academic year as many have not yet received their resources from the Department of Education.