Economic analysts offer mixed but hopeful assessments of the 2026 Sona

Ashley Lechman|Published

This year's SONA has sparked a necessary conversation about governance in South Africa, blending hope for new initiatives with a realistic critique of the systemic ...

Umlazi college students rally against 'gunpoint' housing allocations

Zimbili Vilakazi|Published

Students at Coastal KZN TVET College in uMlazi V-section campus are protesting against alleged armed intimidation by a local businessman forcing them into substandard ...

Brother vs brother: KwaNodunga throne dispute exposes family scandals in court

Nkosikhona Cele|Published

A bitter royal sibling rivalry over the KwaNodunga Traditional Authority throne has moved to the Pietermaritzburg High Court. The dispute pits current leader Nkanyiso ...

Zulu Royal Chancellor champions black farmers as Tongaat Hulett collapses

Tawanda Karombo|Updated

" The collapse of sugar giant Tongaat Hulett has prompted unprecedented intervention from the Zulu Royal Chancellor, who vows to prioritise payments to vulnerable ...

Former learners convicted in R50 000 hit on Mpumalanga acting principal

Nkosikhona Cele and Zimbili Vilakazi|Published

Two former learners have been convicted of murdering their school's acting principal in a R50,000 contract killing that devastated a Mpumalanga community. The brutal ...

Street vendors accuse Durban Metro Police of selective enforcement amid rising CBD drug crisis

Zimbili Vilakazi|Published

Durban street vendors claim they face daily harassment and fines from Metro Police while authorities admit they're 'losing the battle' against vagrants and drug ...

Motus decline exposes deep leadership failures and ethical breakdown

Michael Pashut|Published

Explore the troubling decline of Motus in the South African motor trade, as we examine leadership failures, ethical concerns, and the impact on staff and customers. ...

Gauteng police arrest female suspect in brutal killing of e-hailing driver

Ntombizodwa Dlamini|Published

Gauteng police have arrested a female suspect in connection with the brutal murder of Isaac Satlat, a 22-year-old e-hailing driver. Investigations are ongoing, with ...

Gauteng police investigate disturbing video of violent attack on e-hailing driver

Ntombizodwa Dlamini|Published

Gauteng police express deep concern over a disturbing video circulating on social media, depicting a violent attack on a young e-hailing driver. Authorities urge ...

Boyfriend sentenced to 72-years imprisonment for killing partner and eight-month-old baby

Ntombizodwa Dlamini|Published

In a tragic case of domestic violence, the Limpopo High Court has sentenced Lunghani Mhlongo to 25 years in prison for the brutal murders of his partner and their ...

Cyril Xaba hails business confidence boost following State of the Nation address

Zainul Dawood|Published

Following President Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address, eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba celebrates a surge in business confidence, signalling a hopeful path for ...

South African property market set for recovery in 2026

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

After a challenging 2025, South African estate agents are optimistic about a recovery in the residential property market in 2026, driven by easing interest rates ...

Residents face hunger and hardship due to Eskom in Thornville power crisis

Bongani Hans|Published

Residents of Thornville face dire challenges as Eskom's power outage leaves them without food and essential services, highlighting the plight of vulnerable individuals ...

South African kids can now enjoy Cartoon Network shows in isiZulu

Ntombizodwa Dlamini|Published

Warner Bros. Discovery is bringing joy to South African children by dubbing beloved animated heroes in isiZulu, blending global storytelling with local culture.

Durban's inner-city development company proposal needs your input

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality invites residents to share their thoughts on a transformative proposal to establish a new Inner-City Municipal Entity, aimed at revitalising ...

Murder accused Ferrel Govender changes legal team due to financial woes ahead of trial

Nomonde Zondi|Published

As he faces serious murder charges, Ferrel Govender's financial difficulties force him to change legal representation, pushing his trial to January 2027.

Violence erupts during Bangladesh's parliamentary elections

IANS|Published

Violence has erupted across Bangladesh during the crucial parliamentary elections, with reports of attacks on candidates and casualties among political leaders, ...

eThekwini to build over 1,200 houses for flood victims

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

eThekwini Municipality is set to construct over 1,200 houses for flood victims, with the first 103 units expected to be completed by March, as part of a broader ...

Zulu Royal House accepts Mkhwanazi clan’s atonement after leadership row

Nkosikhona Cele|Published

The Mkhwanazi clan has formally apologised to the Zulu Royal House, offering livestock as traditional atonement for disrespectful remarks made during a dispute over ...