Showing the team behind rhino success story

Staff Reporter|Published

Rhino Ops, a powerful new documentary that profiles one of South Africa’s most ambitious and successful anti-poaching interventions launched this week.

Home to kings, cricketers and a killer

Frank Chemaly|Published

The old picture today shows the Union Castle mailboat Durban Castle entering Durban Harbour, probably shortly after she was built in 1938.

South Africa pledges to intensify efforts in vulture conservation ahead of MOP9

Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa is taking urgent steps to protect its dwindling vulture populations, with alarming reports of mass poisonings raising concerns over public health and ...

Unlocking the potential of South Africa's oceans for economic growth

Staff Reporter|Published

This announcement opens the door to a brighter future, highlighting the significance of the ocean economy not just as a fleeting opportunity, but as a cornerstone ...

Five simple daily habits to improve your mental health

Staff Reporter|Published

In a world where mental health challenges are on the rise, learning to care for our minds is paramount. Discover five practical steps to enhance your mental well-being ...

The urgent need for mental health support in South Africa's universities

Staff Reporter|Published

When it comes to mental health in higher education, recognising early signs of distress can significantly alter outcomes. As South Africa's universities confront ...

The dangerous reality of Ponzi schemes

Staff Reporter|Published

In an investment landscape rife with danger, knowledge and cautiousness are your best defences against Ponzi schemes. Empower yourself with information, consult ...

Boks ready for high-stakes showdown at Twickenham

Mike Greenaway|Published

South Africa’s Springboks are on the verge of making history in the 2025 Rugby Championship, aiming to become the first team to win back-to-back titles in the tournament’s ...

Justice for Gaza: activists fight for the release of humanitarian volunteers

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Cape Town's activists unite to demand the release of humanitarian workers detained by Israeli forces, highlighting the urgent need for action amidst the ongoing ...

Prof Yin-Zhe Ma recognised for groundbreaking contributions to cosmology on International Astronomy Day

Staff Reporter|Published

Join the celebration of International Astronomy Day by looking up at the spectacular southern night sky, engaging in exciting science events, and sharing the wonder ...

Ezemvelo offers new stokvel package to open KZN's parks to local tourism

Staff Reporter|Published

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife recently hosted more than 220 members of the amaSheilas, a domestic workers' stokvel, for a weekend of adventure, sight-seeing, and cooking ...

Remi is smart and full of mischief

Staff Reporter|Published

Meet Remi, our September winner and the other finalists in the Independent on Saturday’s Pet of the Month competition. Remi, a Biewer Terrier from Umbilo, is just ...

Jane Goodall, the gentle disrupter whose research redefined what it meant to be human

The Conversation|Published

Anyone proposing to offer a master class on changing the world for the better, without becoming negative, cynical, angry or narrow-minded in the process, could model ...

New liquor amendment bill aims to curb alcohol advertising in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

A ...

An ode to Durban's Polar Bar

Frank Chemaly|Published

This week’s old picture features a landmark on Durban’s entertainment and late night scene - the Polar Bar. It comes from the Facebook site Durban Histories and ...

SA’s crime crisis spurs innovative tech solutions for personal safety

Staff Reporter|Published

As crime rates in South Africa continue to rise, new personal safety apps promise to empower citizens with tools for protection and peace of mind. Discover how technology ...

Breast cancer awareness: why early detection is crucial for South African women

Staff Reporter|Published

Breast cancer poses a significant threat to South African women, with a worrying increase in diagnoses among those under 40. Learn about risk factors, the importance ...

AIDS Healthcare Foundation calls for urgent action to combat rising STIs in South Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa grapples with an alarming rise in sexual health crises, AHF South Africa calls for a multifaceted strategy to combat STIs. With unique challenges ...

Popcorn the 'hard-headed' Pomeranian makes a remarkable recovery with a 3D-printed skull

Staff Reporter|Published

A team of veterinarians from the University of Pretoria saved Popcorn, an eight-year-old Pomeranian, after a severe head injury from a dog bite. Using a groundbreaking ...

North Beach grows up

Frank Chemaly|Published

The old picture this week shows a scene from North Beach and probably dates to the early seventies.