Reading is a superpower campaign

Staff Reporter|Published

Exclusive Books launches national campaign promoting reading as a life skill

Industry council to drive Foot and Mouth disease strategy

Staff Reporter|Published

Newly formed council will coordinate vaccine rollout, traceability, and disease control as South Africa moves to restore FMD status within a decade

A cosmic mystery solved: WOH G64 still a red supergiant after dramatic fading

Staff Reporter|Published

In an extraordinary revelation, astronomers have confirmed that WOH G64, once thought to be nearing its end, is still very much alive. Discover how the Southern ...

South African chakalaka goes global with Emirates

Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa’s iconic vegetable stew, chakalaka, is taking flight by being included on menus at Emirates Airlines.

Human dialects shape co-operation with honeyguide birds

Staff Reporter|Published

A new study has revealed that honeyguide birds in Mozambique use unique local dialects to communicate with honey-hunters, mirroring the way human languages develop. ...

The enduring charm of The Archers: Celebrating 75 years of British storytelling

Steve Hendrix and Washington Post|Published

Join the millions experiencing the magic of “The Archers.” Discover why this beloved radio drama has captivated generations, consistently delivering heart-stopping ...

Crew rescued after tug loses anchor off Durban in heavy seas

Staff Reporter|Published

NSRI rescues barge crew in dramatic overnight operation off Durban coast

Addington Primary protest reignites as school says 63% of pupils are South African

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Tensions escalate at Addington Primary School as protests against foreign learners unfold.

South Africa's water crisis: Turning challenges into sustainable solutions

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa faces a looming water crisis, leaders rally to devise sustainable solutions. Discover how communities, businesses, and innovative technologies are ...

‘We trusted the transport’: Family that lost two sons speaks after Vaal crash

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

The family of two pupils killed in the Vanderbijlpark scholar transport crash says it had planned to continue using the service for other children, a hope that ended ...

IOL EXCLUSIVE | NFP accuses ANC of intimidation to rejoin KZN GPU, says Ivan Barnes

Zohra Teke|Published

The National Freedom Party (NFP) has accused the ANC of using intimidation tactics to pressure them into rejoining the Government of Provincial Unity (GPU) in KwaZulu-Natal, ...

Golf stars head to Durban for major event

Staff Reporter|Published

Golf Stars Head to Durban for Jonsson Workwear Durban Open

BATSA's closure of Heidelberg Plant: Iconic brands like Pall Mall and Peter Stuyvesant face illicit trade crisis

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

British American Tobacco South Africa (BATSA) announces the closure of its Heidelberg manufacturing plant by 2026, a decision impacting 230 jobs and highlighting ...

99 in-demand jobs matrics can qualify for within a year - Kagiso Trust reveals

Staff Reporter|Published

University isn’t the only path to success. Kagiso Trust points to 99 high-demand careers, many accessible within a year, as businesses struggle to fill critical ...

New research reveals the evolutionary advantages of same-sex interactions in primates

The Washington Post|Published

Discover how recent research challenges traditional views on evolution by revealing the crucial survival functions of same-sex behaviour in nonhuman primates.

Heart and Stroke Foundation spearheads awareness campaign this Valentine's month

Staff Reporter|Published

Join the Heart and Stroke Foundation this Valentine's Month as they advocate for heart health and offer ways to make a difference through community engagement and ...

Tragedy in Vanderbijlpark: Thirteen schoolchildren killed in devastating transport accident

Staff Reporter|Published

This tragic accident stands as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities present within the scholar transport system. As families come to grips with their profound ...

South Africa’s young scientists set to shine at IRIS Global Symposium in India

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover the innovative minds representing South Africa at the IRIS Global Symposium as they tackle pressing environmental issues and enhance accessibility through ...

Small businesses in Higashiosaka launch crowdfunding campaign for lunar exploration robot

Japan News|Published

Small companies in Higashiosaka are not just aiming for the moon, they’re determined to land there. Learn how a crowdfunding campaign is enabling these enterprises ...

SALGA calls for immediate action to enhance disaster management framework in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

In the face of accelerating climate-related disasters, the South African Local Government Association calls for immediate reforms to empower municipalities and save ...