The Collen Mashawana Foundation has officially handed over a fully furnished three-bedroom home to the ...

Staff Reporter|Published

The newly constructed home consists of three bedrooms, a lounge, dining room, kitchen and bathroom. It is fully serviced with electricity, running water, ceilings and a septic tank, providing the Nobela family with a secure and comfortable living env…

Deadly attack in Syria targets joint US syrian counterterrorism patrol

Sifiso Mahlangu|Published

Two United States soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed on Saturday in central Syria after an attacker linked to the Islamic State group opened fire on ...

Unisa has allocated R176.3m to support indigent students, says Vice-Chancellor

Sifiso Mahlangu|Updated

In addition to direct institutional funding, the vice-chancellor highlighted the role of the Unisa Foundation and donor partners in supporting students facing financial ...

WHO stick to their guns: 'Vaccines do not cause autism'

Sifiso Mahlangu|Published

The analysis, released by the WHO’s Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety, examined decades of research and found no evidence of a causal relationship between ...

Transformative upgrades coming to Johannesburg High Court Precinct

Pule Makgale|Published

Lawyers complain about the Johannesburg High Court precinct's severe issues, including filth, poor security, fire hazards, and decay, making it unsafe and difficult ...

Newly unveiled: The hidden photos linking Trump to Epstein’s secretive world

Pule Makgale|Updated

In one hideous image, Trump's face is printed on a bowl of novelty condoms with the caption, " Trump condom, $4.50 — I'm HUUUUGE!" Being used as a sex-themed party ...

Malema calls Trump 'Hitler,' advocates for closer bonds with China

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Julius Malema, leader of the EFF, challenges South Africa's relationship with the US, urging a pivot towards China, as he labels Trump a 'modern-day Adolf Hitler'. ...

Regulatory warning: ANC flags concerns amid new Gazette published

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Minister Solly Malatsi's recent ICT policy directive has been denounced by the ANC, which says it goes beyond legislative authority and jeopardizes South Africa's ...

Hawks catch woman with 420 bullets and illegal gun in major bust

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Elisca Sevenster, 35, was taken into custody in Nelspruit after the Hawks conducted a well-planned raid and found an unlicensed firearm and more than 400 rounds ...

Unisa pushes back against false tender claims citing pattern of media fightback

Sifiso Mahlangu|Updated

This is in response to reports linking Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education Chairperson, Mr Tebogo Letsie, to an R82 million Unisa security tender, ...

Awaiting millions: How 600 providers are battling due to NSFAS delays

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Concerns regarding student housing for the 2024 academic year are raised by NSFAS's R48 million debt to more than 600 housing providers.

Exploitation of foreign labour case laid at Brixton Police Station

Sifiso Mahlangu|Published

The Star can confirm that Nishant Jain, a vice president at the investment firm Velocity Capital Management, is under formal investigation following allegations ...

Independent Media hits back at Daily Maverick ‘misrepresentations’ over Competition Commission appeal

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Independent Media accuses Daily Maverick of hypocrisy in a heated exchange over the Competition Commission's MDPMI report, defending its constitutional right to ...

Indian Philanthropist Anant Ambani Honoured with Global Humanitarian Award for Wildlife Conservation

Staff Reporter|Published

Ambani, founder of Vantara, was lauded for his “visionary leadership” in establishing what GHS describes as “one of the most extraordinary commitments to animal ...

Who will claim the ANC throne? A pivotal political showdown begins

Mashudu Sadike and Sifiso Mahlangu|Published

While the race to lead the ANC has traditionally been seen as a showdown between Deputy President Paul Mashatile and the party’s Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, ...

Exploring the links between festive stress and mental health crisis in South Africa

Sifiso Mahlangu|Published

According to recent statistics, South Africa records thousands of suicides annually, with estimates suggesting that one person dies by suicide every two hours.

Scandal exposed: Matric exam leak pins blame on department insider, reports Gwarube

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Minister Siviwe Gwarube has confirmed that DBE employees were responsible for the leak of seven NSC exam papers in Pretoria. A small number of students were impacted ...

Watch VideoDouble-edged trust: Bryan Habana unveils father’s secret stealing streak

Lunga Biyela|Published

The legendary Springbok player Bryan Habana talks about how his relationship suffered emotionally after learning that his father had been stealing his earnings for ...

How to make 2026 the safest year yet: Here are 10 tips for a secure future

Staff Reporter|Published

December is a time to relax, unwind, and recharge, but also to reflect on the year gone by and consider how to live better — and safer — in the year ahead.

Pikitup urges residents: Report gift-soliciting staff over festive season

Staff Reporter|Published

In the past, Pikitup has received complaints from residents alleging that some employees have engaged in intimidating behaviour, coercing residents into offering ...