Failing infrastructure, not scarcity, drives South Africa's water crisis

Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa is at a critical juncture with its water supply, as experts show that it’s failing infrastructure, not scarcity, that’s pushing the country into crisis. ...

Transforming care for the elderly: Tafta launches South Africa's first virtual reality empathy platform

Staff Reporter|Published

Discover how Tafta’s innovative Virtual Reality Empathy Platform is revolutionising the way we understand and care for the elderly, providing caregivers and architects ...

Redefining workplace well-being: Addressing mental health and invisible disabilities

Myrna Sachs|Published

In an evolving world where mental health and invisible disabilities are central to workplace dynamics, this article sheds light on the urgent need for inclusive ...

Excitement builds as Geordin Hill-Lewis enters DA leadership race

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Geordin Hill-Lewis, the Mayor of Cape Town, has officially announced his candidacy for the leadership of the Democratic Alliance at a vibrant event in Elsies River ...

Calls for legal action against Paul O’Sullivan after his parliamentary walkout

Published

After a dramatic walkout, Parliament demands forensic fraud examiner Paul O’Sullivan return to complete his testimony, with MPs calling for legal action over his ...

How under-resourced forensic labs are undermining justice in South Africa

Karen Singh|Published

South Africa's forensic labs are in crisis, with severe resource shortages undermining the fight against violent crime and jeopardising justice for victims.

Dr Raymond Perrier critiques the Sakhithemba shelter's effectiveness for Durban's homeless

Zainul Dawood|Published

The Sakhithemba Homeless Shelter in Illovo is set to open in November 2026, but experts like Dr Raymond Perrier warn it may not be the solution Durban needs for ...

Belrand builds his future one tap at a time

Tara Isaacs|Published

Discover how Belrand Mpila, a car guard in Cape Town, has adapted to the rise of cashless payments, transforming his livelihood and future aspirations in the process. ...

Watch Video'Driftwood Killer' rants about 'demonic stuff' in prison call

Brandon Nel and Xolile Mtembu|Published

A man awaiting trial for allegedly killing his former Plettenberg Bay police officer girlfriend made a frantic, bizarre call from behind bars last week, claiming ...

Khoisan teen's ID reflects cultural name in historic victory for indigenous identity

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

A Khoisan teen's 18-year struggle culminates in a historic moment as he receives an ID reflecting his full cultural name, marking a significant victory for indigenous ...

Views from the bay

Frank Chemaly|Published

The old picture this week shows Durban's esplanade, snapped in 1969 from the Sarie Marais an institution in Durban's History.

Audit reveals challenges ahead for centralised management of unclaimed retirement benefits

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa confronts a pressing issue of unclaimed retirement benefits, stakeholders must engage in a collaborative discourse to ensure a future where these ...

Watch VideoSouth Africa's SALT begins collaboration with Rubin Observatory to enhance time-domain astronomy

Staff Reporter|Published

In an unprecedented step for South African astronomy, the largest optical telescope in the southern hemisphere is joining forces with a major global observatory ...

National Treasury public sector audit uncovers over 4,000 ghost workers

Staff Reporter|Published

In a groundbreaking audit revealing over 4,000 ghost workers in the public sector, the National Treasury takes steps to safeguard taxpayer money and enhance accountability. ...

Driver escapes serious injury after crashing through wall at La Lucia shopping centre

Se-Anne Rall|Updated

A driver narrowly escapes serious injury after crashing through a wall at a popular shopping centre in La Lucia.

Astronomy and innovation unite for sustainable development in Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

This collaborative effort signals a promising new chapter for transformative development in Africa, where the realms of science and innovation converge to empower ...

President Ramaphosa aims to end child stunting by 2030

Staff Reporter|Published

With a significant portion of South African children at risk, President Ramaphosa's commitment to fighting child stunting could mark a transformative moment in the ...

Trump's global tariffs declared illegal by the US Supreme Court

AFP|Published

The Supreme Court's three liberal justices joined three conservatives in Friday's ruling, which upheld lower court decisions that tariffs Trump imposed under IEEPA ...

How Nick Evans is changing perceptions of snakes in KwaZulu-Natal

Karen Singh|Published

Snake rescuer Nick Evans transforms fear into understanding in KwaZulu-Natal, educating communities about snakes and promoting coexistence.