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Inkosi Malusi Zondi, the new man at the helm of turning around the fortunes of hostels and townships across KwaZulu-Natal, believes there is massive untapped potential in the areas.

King MisuZulu’s right-hand man embarks on a new economic trajectory for hostels and townships

Hawks Lieutenant Colonel Nkoana Sebola Photo: Supplied

Madlanga commission hears businessman was tracked alongside 715kg cocaine shipment from Durban to Joburg

Hawk Lieutenant Colonel Nkoana Sebola presented a text message that links businessman Tumelo Nku and police officers to disputed Aeroton…

Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams boarding to Mexico. (Bafana Bafana/X)
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Can Safa fix Bafana’s World Cup admin mess?

Safa’s latest Bafana blunder has been tackled. Now comes the harder question: can it actually stop the next one?

President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the nation on the government’s management approach to illegal migration and the recent surge in protests against foreign nationals. South Africa. (GCIS)

Ramaphosa unveils immigration crackdown, warns against xenophobia

Ramaphosa said South Africa could protect its borders while upholding constitutional values and human dignity.

The 2026 boot wars echo innovation races in marathon running and basketball. The boots blend heritage, technology and personal stories, from Jordan’s influence to Maradona’s untied laces and Khumalo’s Puma legacy, helping propel athletes towards glory.

The evolution of glory: Soccer boots and brand battles at the 2026 Fifa World Cup

The 2026 boot wars echo innovation races in marathon running and basketball. The boots blend heritage, technology and personal stories, from Jordan’s influence to Maradona’s…

A standout: The H7 Black Edition is a quality product that provides excellent value for money. Photo: Supplied

Haval H7 Black Edition: a reason the Chinese are winning

Haval’s flagship product is value for money and it is exactly why the Chinese manufacturers keep climbing the ranks

Worth the price tag: Built with style, power and a drive-centric experience, the MG Cyberster sits pretty up
there with the BMW Z4. Photos: Supplied
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MG Cyberster: The roadster we never knew we needed

The MG Cyberster — the only electric one on our roads — provides excitement, power and cool features, making it a head-turner

Lenacapavir, the six-monthly anti-HIV jab, which prevents HIV through sex, is now stocked for free at 360 government clinics in six provinces. (Jay Caboz)

How to use the anti-HIV jab — and where to find it

The six-monthly anti-HIV jab, which prevents HIV through sex, is now stocked for free at 360 government clinics in six of South Africa’s provinces. How does the jab work, how do…

Richard Shibiri was found guilty of misconduct that brought the SAPS into disrepute, including associating with known criminal Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala. Photo: Screenshot from proceedings

SAPS head of organised crime Richard Shibiri axed

Shibiri was found guilty of misconduct that brought the SAPS into disrepute, including associating with known criminal Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala

President Cyril Ramaphosa speaks at South Africa-Kenya Business Forum in Midrand. (DTIC/X)

South Africa and Kenya push to turn African integration into industrial growth

South Africa-Kenya Business Forum, which brought together government officials, financiers, industrialists and business organisations from both countries during President Ruto’s…

Balancing act: As a country heavily reliant on imported fuel and road transport, increases in diesel and petrol costs affect everything from farming
and food processing to distribution and retail. Photo: File

South Africans hit hard by the rising cost of living

As fuel prices increase, interest rates soar and food prices hit through the roof, citizens face tough times with many households battling to put food on the table

Distancing himself: Hawks officer Colonel Gavin Jacob testifying at the Madlanga commission. He said a
polygraph test had vindicated him of being involved in the drug theft. Photo: Supplied

Team probing the Hawks ‘was biased‘

Hawks Colonel Gavin Jacob told the Madlanga commission the internal investigation into the drug theft was aimed at creating a false narrative

Ghanaian President John Mahama’s high-profile visit to London this week, designed to showcase Ghana as a premier destination for foreign investment, was overshadowed by controversy. Photo Jubilee House

Mahama’s UK visit overshadowed by controversy

At the centre of it is London mining investor INIHC’s arbitration battle over the billion-dollar Black Volta gold project

Our unemployment rate , currently sitting at 32.7% makes for very depressing reading. The picture gets even more gloomy when we consider the fact that people who are willing and still able, have stopped looking for work. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

It’s a tough life

Our unemployment rate , currently sitting at 32.7% makes for very depressing reading. The picture gets even more gloomy when we consider the fact that people who are willing and…

The cost of living does not reward breaks of any nature.

The cost of living does not reward breaks

It does not pause because you have given birth. It does not soften because you are tired. It demands that you keep moving, bruised and battered if necessary.

The Geely E5 EM-I

What a comeback: The Geely E5 EM-I proves just how far they’ve come

The PHEV is like a good old-fashioned Manchester United comeback from Geely’s first offerings in South Africa

Strict bail conditions: Businessman Rafik Mohamed has been charged with fraud, theft and contravention of the Companies Act. Photo: Screenshot

Rafik Mohamed out on bail

Ongoing investigations linked to SA Steel Mills

CANAL+ listing on JSE a historic moment for the bourse

CANAL+ made its Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) debut on Wednesday, becoming the first French company – and the only global media and entertainment group – ever listed on the…

Former SA Steel Mills owner Rafik Mohamed has been detained at the Midrand police station in a development that could mark a significant escalation in investigations surrounding the troubled steel manufacturer.

Rafik Mohamed to remain in custody as court postpones bail bid

Former SA Steel Mills owner Rafik Mohamed’s bail application was postponed until 4 June and the case transferred to the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court

Bafana Bafana will take on Mexico in the opening game on 11 June. (Bafana Bafana/X)

Ode to football: Can the FIFA World Cup bring peace to the world?

The FIFA World Cup begins on 11 June 2026, hosted across Canada, Mexico and the United States—the first time the tournament has been shared by three countries. It opens, however,…