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The dark side of Bolivia's silver boom
AFP|Published

The dark side of Bolivia's silver boom

Ancient drum rite wakes Istanbul faithful to fast

AFP|Published

For the past 55 years, Hakan Ozbingol has got up at 3:00 am every day during Ramadan to play his davul, a large double-headed drum

Sculptor turns scrap into colossal metal artworks

AFP|Published

Pakistani artist Ehtisham Jadoon fuses discarded car parts into colossal pieces inspired by " Transformers" movies and dinosaurs.

Designer brings traditional raffia to Paris runways

AFP|Published

The natural material derived from palm leaves - and traditionally reserved for Gabon's nobles and village chiefs - gained international attention on the runways ...

Bombs in the Night: South Africans in the UAE share harrowing tales of missile threats

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

South Africans in the UAE describe their nerve-wracking nights as missiles are intercepted, while a Capetonian couple narrowly escapes danger during a pilgrimage ...

Gloria Arendz-Theiler: A memoir of resilience from Elsies River to Zurich

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Discover the extraordinary journey of Gloria Arendz-Theiler, who transformed her challenging upbringing in Elsies River into a life of inspiration and success. As ...

Farmers challenge state control in court over foot-and-mouth disease vaccinations

Zelda Venter|Published

Livestock farmers are taking legal action to allow private sector involvement in the production and administration of foot-and-mouth disease vaccines, arguing that ...

Durban's uShaka Wet ’n Wild water park to reopen on March 5

Mercury Reporter|Published

After a swift response to a technical fault, uShaka Marine World's Wet ’n Wild water park is ready to welcome guests again on March 5.

Celebrating the Legacy of Soli Philander: The voice of the Cape flats

Murray Swart|Published

Beloved South African comedian and storyteller Soli Philander, who brought the spirit of the Cape Flats to life through his humour, is remembered fondly after his ...

R40bn hemp opportunity could drive South Africa’s green industrialisation, study finds

Siphelele Dludla|Published

South Africa could tap into a R40 billion industrial hemp market by 2040, according to a new study highlighting the need for policy reform and infrastructure investment ...

Iran ready to assist South Africans in evacuating from the escalating Middle East conflict

Karabo Ngoepe|Updated

Iran stands ready to assist in evacuating South Africans stranded in the Middle East as violence escalates, with Ambassador Mansour Shakib Mehr urging immediate ...

Goodbye Showmax after Multichoice pulls the plug following comprehensive review

Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Multichoice has announced the end of Showmax, a beloved streaming service, following a comprehensive review of its operations. This decision reflects the company's ...

Connecting South Africa: the urgent need for digital access as essential infrastructure

Lungi Sangqu|Published

In a country faced with stark socio-economic disparities, the narrative surrounding digital access is shifting from necessity to urgency. With the government acknowledging ...

Darrien Luke celebrates culture and rhythm in new single ‘WOZA’

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Darrien Luke's new single ‘WOZA’ blends emotional storytelling with vibrant dance beats, inviting listeners to celebrate love and South African culture through rhythm ...

Sbahle honours her roots: How her grandfather’s wisdom inspired new single ‘Ngitshele’

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Afro-pop star Sbahle collaborates with Naledi Aphiwe on her new single ‘Ngitshele’, a romantic anthem inspired by her grandfather's teachings, aimed at empowering ...

Experience the magic: KZNPO 2026 summer season in full swing

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra returns to the stage this month for a spectacular two-concert Summer Season.

Durban-set film 'God’s Work' achieves milestone with Luxor African Film Festival debut

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

God’s Work brings South African stories to Middle East and North Africa for first time

Students add puppy training to their course load

The Washington Post|Published

The recent training class was for student members of a college chapter for the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, a nonprofit that provides service dogs to people ...

Why Trade Skills and Accreditation will define South Africa’s future

Kayla-Ann Osborn|Published

As South Africa grapples with a turbulent educational landscape, the significant need for accredited trade skills emerges as a crucial element for rebuilding the ...

Meet Fancy, 37, the world’s oldest horse — and her lifelong caretaker

The Washington Post|Published

The two even had the same birthday, April 1, though when the met Blumer was 8 and the horse - whom she called “Fancy” - was 12.