Lobolo celebration turns deadly as gunmen kill man during robbery in Zwelibomvu

Nkosikhona Cele|Published

A family in Zwelibomvu, west of Durban, is mourning the death of a relative who was shot and killed after armed men stormed a home during a lobolo celebration. The ...

Local language models critical for accurate AI transcription

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

South African businesses are being urged to adopt locally trained AI transcription tools that can accurately understand local languages, accents and code-switching ...

IFP leaders try to stitch party together as T-shirt crisis deepens ahead of elections

Sabelo Nsele|Published

IFP president Velenkosini Hlabisa and KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Thami Ntuli have moved to quell growing divisions within the party ahead of the local government ...

Unemployment up by more than 1% while thousands of matrics enter labour market

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

South Africa’s unemployment rate rose to 32.7% in early 2026 after major job losses across multiple sectors and worsening economic conditions.

NSFAS receives disclaimer audit opinion for 2024/25 financial year

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) faces significant challenges as it receives a disclaimer audit opinion for the 2024/25 financial year, prompting ...

Convicted murderer acquitted after High Court appeal

Chevon Booysen|Published

Johannes Demcy Dielele, convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend, has had his life sentence overturned by the High Court in Mahikeng due to insufficient evidence. ...

New programme exploring South Africa's legal landscape

Taschica Pillay|Published

Join award-winning broadcaster Joanne Joseph as she hosts 'Case In Point', a new legal current affairs programme on SABC News that delves into the complexities of ...

Constitutional Court ruling strengthens judicial independence in South Africa

Karen Singh|Published

South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled against the National Assembly's decision regarding the Phala Phala matter, reinforcing the principle of accountability ...

AmaBhaca traditional leader claims salary stopped for standing up to KZN Cogta MEC

Nkosikhona Cele|Published

bitter dispute has erupted between amaBhaca traditional leader in Mzimkhulu, Inkosi Ntobeko Msingaphantsi and KZN Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi over the recognition ...

Constitutional Court ruling prompts accountability for President Ramaphosa

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Following a significant Constitutional Court ruling, political parties in South Africa are poised to hold President Cyril Ramaphosa accountable for the Phala Phala ...

Study reveals evolving tactics of vehicle theft syndicates in Durban

Taschica Pillay|Published

Dr. Lennox Luzipo's research exposes the intricate tactics employed by vehicle theft syndicates in Durban, revealing how they adapt their methods based on victim ...

Inside job feared in R200m Hawks cocaine scandal

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry heard secret testimony from an anonymous witness over the theft of 541 bricks of cocaine worth R200 million from a Hawks storage ...

The journey of Andrew Soqinase: transforming retail in South Africa

Ashley Lechman|Published

With Andrew Soqinase at the helm of Usave, South Africans can rest assured that their pursuit of affordability is matched by a leadership dedicated to uplifting ...

The economic fallout of increased fuel prices in South Africa

Ashley Lechman|Published

Recent fuel price hikes have left South Africans grappling with financial strain, as the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announced significant increases ...

Celebrating Mother's Day and academic excellence

Taschica Pillay|Published

A mother and son from Greenwood Park celebrate their graduation at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, both achieving summa cum laude. Their journey of perseverance, ...

New study reveals alarming trends in password security

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

Kaspersky's latest research reveals that a staggering 68% of passwords can be cracked within a day, highlighting the predictable habits of users that compromise ...

Pietermaritzburg learner to represent South Africa at World Schools’ Debating Championships

Taschica Pillay|Published

Iminathi Bacela, a Grade 12 learner from Pietermaritzburg Girls’ High School, has been selected for the South African National Debating team, aiming to showcase ...

One year on: A look back on Pope Leo's term

Mathew Schmalz|Published

Themes of peace and human dignity have been central to Pope Leo as he marks his first year in office.

Honouring a mother's legacy through community service

Taschica Pillay|Published

Revathi Pillay, a KwaZulu-Natal youth ambassador, channels her grief into a year-long initiative, 'Creating Smiles with Shirley', aimed at uplifting vulnerable communities ...