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The Inaugural Ambassadors Forum, an exclusive diplomatic gathering was hosted at The Palace of the Lost City in Sun City, North West. photo: Marion Smith

African hospitality for an event to remember 

The Inaugural Forum on Tourism, Culture and Partnership brought together ambassadors for a weekend dedicated to strengthening partnerships, celebrating cultural exchange and…

Celebrity Drive 2025: Celebrating local talent in true luxury

The 2025 edition of Celebrity Drive delivered a weekend of unforgettable experiences. Under the theme “Celebrating Local Talent,” the event brought together South Africa’s…

Lefika Villas at Sun City (Photo supplied)

A weekend to breathe in

Sun Vacation Club’s Lefika Villas in Sun City is a blend of luxury, heritage and nature

Celebrity Drive launch puts South African tourism in the spotlight

The primary objective of the Celebrity Drive campaign is to remind tourists of the country’s status as a top travel destination

Right to healthcare: Edwin Cameron, the inspecting judge at the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services. Photo: Madelene Cronjé

‘Vaccinate inmates to avoid crisis’

Delaying the vaccination of prisoners could lead to a public health disaster

Bosasa former chief operating officer Angelo Agrizzi, who is accused of corruption and bribery, spent one night in jail last week before being transferred to hospital because his health had allegedly deteriorated.
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Agrizzi too ill to be treated at Bara?

The alleged crook’s “health emergency” — if that is what it is — shows up the flaws, either in our health system or in our leadership as a whole

Lesego Sedumedi
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Lesego Sedumedi

Founder: Onroute Adventures

Rolene Strauss crowned Miss SA 2014

Bloemfontein’s Rolene Strauss has taken the title of Miss South Africa 2014 in a glittering pageant at the Sun City Superbowl.

The wedding that caused all the trouble: The plane carrying guests from India for the lavish wedding of the Guptas’ niece Vega at Sun City landed at Waterkloof Air Force Base.

Grim tales of the Brothers Gupta

How a little-known family in India climbed to the top of the South African political – and economic – game.

We are sorry, say the Guptas

The Guptas have apologised for all the incidents reported surrounding the Sun City wedding of Vega Gupta to India-born Aaskash Jahajgarhia.

Superintendent Isaac Mahamba said the nine allegedly formed a contingent that used private vehicles illegally fitted with police blue lights

Police posse arrested for allegedly escorting Gupta guests

Nine officers have been arrested after they allegedly formed part of a security complement that escorted wedding guests, says a police officer.

Gupta wedding: A Bollywood time at flowery Sun City

For some, wedding planners are a luxury. But for the Gupta family, spokesperson Haranath Ghosh has provided a ­necessary buffer in a time of need.

Lee Westwood watches his shot during the second round of the DP World Tour Championship in the Gulf emirate of Dubai.

Westwood guns for third Nedbank Challenge title

Englishman Lee Westwood is hoping to become the first to win three consecutive titles in the upcoming Nedbank Golf Challenge invitation tournament.

Lost City’s Valley of the Waves.

Sun City shines during tough times

While most of us think of the Lost City as a rather kitsch establishment, it does offer quality entertainment for all ages.

Westwood takes the honours at Sun City

Westwood retains Nedbank Golf Challenge title

World number three Lee Westwood of England retained his Nedbank Golf Challenge title on Sunday, despite shooting a one-over-par 73 in the final round.

Transformation in sport hasn’t changed

Sport ministry denies hotel room trashing

Sport ministry staff deny trashing a luxury hotel suite booked in the name of President Jacob Zuma at the sports awards ceremony at Sun City.

Sun City manager strangled

A Sun City manager was found strangled in her flat at the resort on Monday, on the day that a Fifa workshop started there, North West police said.

Workers threaten to disrupt Nedbank Challenge

Sun City workers have threatened to disrupt the Nedbank Challenge golf tournament which tees off at the resort on Thursday.