The Valspan Community Forum has called for a full-scale investigation into tenders awarded by Phokwane Municipality for multimillion-rand infrastructure projects and ongoing service delivery challenges, with complaints lodged with the Public Protector and the Special Investigating Unit. Read more: Valspan Community Forum blows whistle over tenders at Phokwane Municipality
A Northern Cape resident has started 2024 as a multimillionaire after winning over R65 million in the final National Lottery draw of 2023. The winning ticket was purchased in Colesberg with just R20 using the Quick Pick selection method. Read more: Lotto winner scoops over R65 million in year-end draw
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