Euro 2024 champions Spain have climbed to the top of the FIFA rankings for the first time in 11 years while Germany dropped out of the top 10, world soccer’s governing body said. France moved up to second in the latest rankings published on Thursday with reigning World Cup champions Argentina slipping to third after…
Leader of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement Floyd Shivambu. Newly-founded political party, Afrika Mayibuye Movement, will be conducting inductions in all provinces ahead of next year’s local government elections. A powerful turnout at the National Officials Provincial Induction of Mayibuye Restoration Manifesto at Capricorn TVET College, Limpopo! South Africans are ready to lead and serve their…
A graphic showing handcuffs. Police say two suspects have been arrested for hijacking a truck with goods on Gauteng’s East Rand. Ekurhuleni Metro Police Officers received information about the whereabouts of the suspects and proceeded to a residence in Midrand yesterday. The first male suspect was found in the vicinity and was arrested. They then…
Rural KZN can now receive hypertension care in their homes. A clinical trial conducted in the rural setting of KwaZulu-Natal has shown that Hypertension patients can safely and effectively manage this chronic condition in their own homes, when supported through technology and home-based care. #PODCAST World Hypertension Day: Unpacking the risks of high blood pressure…
Former rugby fullback, Bevin Fortuin. The Cheetahs and Springboks fullback, Bevin Fortuin, has been laid to rest in his hometown of George in the Western Cape. The 46-year-old died last week following a heart attack at a training session. At the time of his death, he was the head coach of the Limpopo-based Northam Rhinos…
EFF led by Provincial Chairperson Commissar Nkululeko Dunga at Alexandra Police Station to open a case against Operation Dudula, 20 September 2025. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng has opened a murder case against Operation Dudula and its leader, Zandile Dabula, at the Alexandra Police Station north of Johannesburg. They accused Dudula members of…
A picture showing lighting. A severe thunderstorm accompanied by heavy downpours and damaging winds is expected to hit areas in the north-east of KwaZulu-Natal and last until 11pm this evening. The severe weather pattern is expected to persist in areas such as Ladysmith, Estcourt, Msinga, Nkandla, Mooi-River and many others. Residents are urged to take…
Former rugby fullback, Bevin Fortuin. The Cheetahs and Springboks fullback, Bevin Fortuin, has been laid to rest in his hometown of George in the Western Cape. The 46-year-old died last week following a heart attack at a training session. At the time of his death, he was the head coach of the Limpopo-based Northam Rhinos…
Dice used in gambling. Illegal gambling remains a persistent problem in South Africa. This is, according to the latest study by StatsSA. Illegal gambling encompasses various unregulated activities, primarily online gambling and unauthorised casinos, posing significant challenges to law enforcement and the economy. South African Responsible Gambling Foundation Executive Director Sibongile Simelane-Quntana says banning gambling…
Samwu members marching to Tshwane House, demanding the reinstatement of unfairly dismissed workers, August 2025. The South African Municipal Workers’ Union (Samwu), in Tshwane, says the City of Tshwane’s decision to grant a 5% salary increase to councillors is an insult to municipal workers, who are still waiting for salary increases of 3,5% and 5,4%…
