Watch VideoHigh stakes weekend for Stormers, Lions and Bulls as Sharks start painful rebuild

John Goliath|Published

With the post-season just two rounds away, John Goliath breaks down the " make-or-break" scenarios facing the Stormers, Lions, and Bulls.

Watch VideoWATCH | THE LAST WORD ON RUGBY: Home advantage on the line for South Africa’s URC contenders

Leighton Koopman|Published

With only two rounds left in the United Rugby Championship, can South Africa's top teams secure home play-offs? The Stormers, Lions, and Bulls are all in contention, ...

Watch VideoSiya Kolisi reflects on Sharks’ URC disappointment ahead of Durban farewell

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a disappointing season, Sharks loose forward Siya Kolisi opens up about the team's struggles and his emotional farewell to Durban as they aim to finish strong ...

A view of old Pinetown

Frank Chemaly|Published

This week’s old picture also takes in Pinetown’s Compton Street but shows the other side of the road.

Watch VideoHigh-flying Lions armed with new identity for Leinster rematch

John Goliath|Published

Currently sitting third on the URC log, the Lions head to Dublin on Saturday with a newfound tactical identity and the goal of conquering the defending champions ...

US brain implant company tests in China

Bloomberg|Published

It’s the first time a US brain implant company has disclosed that it’s tested a device in China - a significant milestone given neurotechnology is increasingly viewed ...

Watch VideoStormers eye historic Belfast URC breakthrough against injury-hit Ulster

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Stormers face a crucial United Rugby Championship clash against Ulster on Friday, aiming to secure their first-ever win on Belfast soil.

Sherlock Holmes fans recreate fateful duel at Swiss falls

AFP|Published

The spectacular scene is where Holmes and Moriarty clashed on a precarious high ledge, apparently falling to their deaths on May 4, 1891.

Emergency airlift under way: 3 individuals to be evacuated from virus-hit MV Hondius

Debashine Thangevelo|Published

An emergency medical operation is underway to evacuate three individuals from the MV Hondius, a cruise ship anchored off Cape Verde, amid a hantavirus outbreak that ...

Watch VideoBulls focused on execution rather than altitude factor in Zebre clash at Loftus Versfeld

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Bulls are determined to secure victory over Zebre Parma in the United Rugby Championship by focusing on a disciplined performance rather than relying on altitude. ...

Craftsman creates tactile board games for the blind

Japan News|Published

Board games for the blind designed by Mitsuo Yamamoto, a craftsman from Okutama, Tokyo, were featured at an exhibition in Hamura, Tokyo.

New initiative aims to bridge literacy gap in South Africa's maths education

Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa's new digital initiative is set to improve maths education for isiXhosa pupils, addressing foundational literacy challenges and offering a transformative ...

As banks digitise, are they sacrificing human connection?

Bradley Elliott|Published

In a world where technology is evolving at breakneck speed, the need for human empathy in banking remains unchanged. Discover how financial institutions must adapt ...

Conservation icon Sir David Attenborough marks 100th birthday

Staff Reporter|Published

Attenborough has appeared in nearly 400 television and film productions since 1953. His work has spanned continents, but Africa has remained central to his career. ...

The fragile veneer of justice in South Africa

Jacob Tseko Mofokeng|Published

In a nation burdened by violence, the truth within our justice system is both a cry for help and an urgent call to action. This exploration into the depths of the ...

Watch VideoSharks must back pups to do double Italian job at Kings Park in final URC matches

Leighton Koopman|Published

With play-off hopes dashed, the Sharks have a unique opportunity to develop their young talent in the final URC matches against Italian sides Benetton and Zebre. ...

Watch VideoNeil de Bruin demands defensive grit to fuel Bulls’ attack

John Goliath|Published

Attack coach Neil de Bruin explains why a " team effort" on the defensive line is the secret to unlocking the Bulls' scoring prowess against Zebre on Saturday.

Durban Chamber warns of escalating fuel prices and their impact on local economy

Staff Reporter|Published

As global tensions mount and domestic situations worsen, the Durban Chamber of Commerce calls for urgent governmental intervention to cushion businesses against ...

UCT researchers develop AI model for all 11 South African languages

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how UCT's latest innovation may tilt the balance in AI resources towards South Africa's diverse languages, seeking to empower millions with accessible technology ...