From Soweto’s dusty streets to commanding a warship: Captain Zanele Madiba makes history in SA Navy

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Captain Zanele Madiba's journey from the dusty streets of Soweto to commanding a Valour Class Frigate in the South African Navy marks a historic milestone for women ...

Documentary 'Our Earth, My Blood' nominated for Golden Nymph Award at Monte Carlo Television Festival

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published

Discover how the documentary 'Our Earth, My Blood' has made history by being nominated for the prestigious Golden Nymph Award at the Monte Carlo Television Festival, ...

Durban actor Anthony Stonier pleads guilty to child pornography charges

Se-Anne Rall|Published

Anthony Stonier has pleaded guilty to the charges against him and is due to be sentenced later this month

Unleashing the power of whistleblowing in fraud prevention

Staff Reporter|Published

In a business landscape rife with risks, fostering a culture of transparency and support isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a business imperative, and the key to navigating ...

South Africa's affordability reset: A new consumer reality emerges

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa grapples with this profound affordability reset, the implications for consumer behaviour, brand loyalty, and economic stability are profound. The ...

Against all odds: Samukelisiwe Magoso's journey from paralysis to master's graduate in sports science

Staff Reporter|Published

Samukelisiwe Magoso’s incredible journey from paralysis to graduating with a master’s in sports science illustrates the boundless strength of the human spirit. Her ...

The systemic threat of procurement fraud in South Africa’s law enforcement

Staff Reporter|Published

The suspension of Fannie Masemola reveals more than just isolated incompetence; it highlights a pervasive issue of procurement fraud that threatens the very fabric ...

Backline Babes: how women are redefining surf culture in South Africa

Penelope Meniere|Published

Discover the inspiring journey of women surfers in Muizenberg, where personal fears are conquered and a community of support flourishes. Join the movement that’s ...

'Pappa se Tottie' hot sauce: Chef says it started as a joke — but the heat is no laughing matter

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Chef Shannon Britz, founder of the boldly named ‘Pappa se Tottie’ hot sauce, says the controversial brand started as a joke aimed at his spice-loving brother-in-law ...

A church that grew with a city

Frank Chemaly|Published

Our old picture this week features St John's Church in Pinetown.

What really killed Mozart? You don’t want to know

The Washington Post|Published

The film is irresistible - lush, funny, operatic in all the ways that matter. But its central premise, that Antonio Salieri orchestrated Mozart’s death out of professional ...

Youth unemployment soars in South Africa as economic pressures mount

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa confronts a deepening unemployment crisis — the youth most affected — experts call for urgent, co-ordinated action. Explore the landscape of despair ...

Diepsloot’s Green Acres Farm nurtures the next generation of farmers

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

A pilot programme at Afrika Tikkun’s Green Acres Farm trains 20 young people - including 19 women and one young man with a disability - to run revenue-generating ...

Meet Daniel Keyser: Strand's young ballet star heading to New York

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Meet Daniel Keyser, a 13-year-old ballet sensation from Strand, who is about to embark on an exciting journey to New York for a prestigious summer training programme ...

South African swimmers shine at African Championships with 84 medals

Staff Reporter|Published

Celebrating a monumental achievement, South African swimmers return from the African Championships with 84 medals — a testament to their hard work and dedication. ...

Groundbreaking NurseLead programme launched to transform nursing leadership in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

A transformative new initiative, the NurseLead programme, has been launched to empower the next generation of nursing leaders in South Africa, promising to bridge ...

President Ramaphosa faces tough scrutiny as Parliament convenes over Phala Phala

Staff Reporter|Updated

This week, President Cyril Ramaphosa will face intense questioning in Parliament regarding the contentious Phala Phala case, following a significant Constitutional ...

From teenage mother to graduate: The inspiring journey of Thembile Biyela

Staff Reporter|Published

Thembile Biyela's inspiring journey from teenage mother to graduate is a powerful reminder that circumstances do not define your future. Discover how she transformed ...

Rural farmers confront foot-and-mouth disease as livelihoods hang in the balance

Staff Reporter|Published

In the face of foot-and-mouth disease, communal farmers across South Africa stand united in their struggle. Recognising the urgency of their condition, this article ...