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, ...

EThekwini Municipality to empower vegetable farmers

Zainul Dawood|Published

eThekwini Municipality collaborates with Bethel Estate to launch the Tshalanathi Farmer Support programme through market access and development.

Festive gifts at Buzzart in Glenwood

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

From tapestries to “condiments of the season”: Buzzart opens for 2024

Watch VideoSerious construction lapses discovered following Verulam building collapse

Staff Reporter|Published

In the wake of a deadly building collapse in Verulam, preliminary investigations have unveiled serious construction violations, raising concerns over regulatory ...

Durban rebel creates an easy air-fryer Christmas lunch

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Forget roasting in a sauna-like kitchen. Louisa Holst shows how a little countertop magic can deliver a festive feast in 30 minutes

South African lawyer Ismail Ayob, key figure in anti-apartheid struggle, dies at 83

Staff Reporter|Published

This week, South Africa has lost a monumental figure in the fight against apartheid. Discover the incredible life and legacy of Ismail Ayob, from his pivotal role ...

Mystery Santa clears 260 PEP lay-bys worth R132 000

Staff Reporter|Updated

Mystery do-gooder settles 260 lay-bys ahead of Christmas

AI persuasion tactics could distort democracy and fuel misinformation

Parmy Olson|Published

As AI chatbots grow more persuasive, a new threat emerges: misinformation. Recent research reveals how these advanced tools could distort democratic processes while ...