Durban’s alarming sixth-place ranking in the latest global crime index raises serious concerns about safety in South Africa’s urban areas. Read more: Pietermaritzburg leads as Durban, Tshwane, and Johannesburg rank among the world’s most dangerous cities
After processing nearly 900,000 funding applications for the 2026 academic year, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme will on Tuesday provide an update on application outcomes, funding disbursements and registration support for students. Read more: WATCH | NSFAS reveals 2026 readiness plan
A routine kayaking trip turned into a heartwarming wildlife rescue when a young African penguin sought help from paddlers off the Cape coast. Read more: African penguin hops onto kayak for rescue by paddler off Cape coast
A tragic base-jumping accident on Table Mountain has claimed a life, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation and raising urgent safety concerns in the extreme sports community. Read more: Tragic base-jumping accident claims life on Table Mountain
Ruben Amorim has been sacked as Manchester United manager just 14 months into his tenure. With Darren Fletcher installed as interim boss, IOL Sport examines the candidates who could be asked to take on football’s most demanding job. Read more: Ruben Amorim sacked by Manchester United: Who’s crazy enough to take on football’s most demanding […]
Sol Plaatje municipal manager Thapelo Matlala who was placed on precautionary suspension in September last year reported for duty on Monday but was unable to access his office. Read more: Sol Plaatje municipal manager locked out, as suspension dispute intensifies
A 49 year old man from Barkly West was burnt beyond recognition during the early hours of January 1 after his shanty caught alight. The police have opened an inquest into his death. Read more: Barkly West resident dies in shanty fire on New Year’s Day
Two people are believed to have drowned near Barkly West on New Year’s Day including a ten year old boy who was travelling on horseback near Delportshoop. The police are still searching for the second person. Read more: New Year’s Day tragedies as two drown near Barkly West
SASSA has released the January 2026 payment schedule for social grants, emphasising the need for beneficiaries to verify their biometric details to prevent fraud and ensure accurate payments. Read more: Here are the SASSA grant payment dates for January 2026 — and why biometric verification matters