Three Durban beaches reopened after pollution scare

Staff Reporter|Published

Concerns over pollution levels forced the closure of Durban beaches, but progress in addressing sewage issues leads to a hopeful reopening for beachgoers this festive ...

Manhunt launched after deadly shooting in Bekkersdal leaves nine dead

Staff Reporter|Published

In the wake of a tragic tavern shooting that claimed nine lives in Bekkersdal, police are urging locals to assist in the ongoing manhunt for the shooters. Discover ...

2025 in review: A year of triumphs, trials and national reflection

Verna van Diemen|Published

From nationwide GBV protests to scandals in policing and political debates, 2025 highlighted both the nation’s challenges and the power of citizen advocacy. South ...

South African celebrities reflect on family, traditions, and new beginnings this festive season

Anita Nkonki|Published

South Africa's stars share festive plans, lessons learned, and wishes for a prosperous New Year

Beach woes as Durban welcomes tourists

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Despite four beaches closed due to water quality, tourism experts expect a bumper holiday season, and believe infrastructure issues are improving

Psychic predicts a wild year for South Africa

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

K-pop, kumbaya and chinese police stations predicted for SA in 2026

The legacy of Balkumar Singh and the reopening of Durban's iconic swimming pool

Zainul Dawood|Published

After years of closure due to flood damage, the Balkumar Singh Swimming Pool reopens, celebrating the legacy of its namesake

The 2025 PEPFAR funding crisis: A pivotal moment in South Africa's battle against HIV

Karen Singh|Published

As 2025 closes, South Africa's HIV response is at a critical crossroads due to a politically charged pause in PEPFAR funding, threatening years of progress in the ...

Ratepayers slam eThekwini for mishandling electricity debt relief programme

Zainul Dawood|Published

The EThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement condemns the municipality's suspension of the 80/20 electricity debt relief programme, warning of severe consequences for ...

Festive season braais set to burn a hole in your pocket as meat costs surge

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

South Africans gearing up for the festive season may be in for a surprise as rising meat prices threaten to impact beloved holiday braais, with some cuts surging ...

Royal Bafokeng Nation partners with IAU to harness astronomy for community growth

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how the Royal Bafokeng Nation is teaming up with international experts to weave astronomy into the fabric of community development, opening doors to education, ...

eThekwini Municipality: A year plagued by water and sanitation crises in 2025

Zainul Dawood|Published

The ongoing water and sanitation crisis in eThekwini Municipality throughout 2025, as infrastructure failures, community protests, and significant budget allocations ...

Watch VideoSouth Africans advised to brace for a wet festive season as La Niña influences weather patterns

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa gears up for the holidays, the unpredictable weather poses a dual challenge: balancing the joy of festivities against vigilant awareness of potential ...

Residents demand closure of illegal dumpsite amid rising health crisis in Durban

Staff Reporter|Published

As smoke fills the air and health concerns escalate, Durban residents unite, demanding action against an entrenched illegal dumpsite threatening their lives and ...

Pietermaritzburg High Court orders eThekwini Municipality to tackle sewage crisis

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

The Pietermaritzburg High Court has compelled the eThekwini Municipality to take immediate action against its ongoing sewage crisis, following a legal challenge ...

Selling the wonderful creatures on the sea shore

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

A seashore safari at your feet: Explore The Shore with Charles, Matthew and Ben

Watch VideoPiggy banks from around the world tell a story of saving and tradition

Kenji Iwaasa and Washington Post|Published

Delve into the fascinating world of piggy banks at Amagasaki Shinkin Bank's museum, where every coin tells a story of aspirations, traditions, and the universal ...

A longing for the Lonsdale

Frank Chemaly|Published

The Lonsdale was a posh family hotel, in its heyday, with a pub called El Castilian which hosted many festive evenings for locals and guests alike. The hotel had ...

Kiera O’Sullivan: a Christmas miracle after a severe accident

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published

A family outing in Ballito turned into a nightmare when six-year-old Kiera O’Sullivan suffered a severe head injury from a falling log. Her miraculous recovery, ...