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Footprints 4 Sam brings life-saving hospital transport service to Gauteng

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Every kilometre travelled represents hope. Footprints 4 Sam is launching its first Sam se Bussie in Johannesburg later this year, helping vulnerable children reach vital hospital appointments in Gauteng.

Viral post claiming student received R630 434 from NSFAS is fake, says scheme

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

NSFAS denies student received R630,434 payment after viral social media post

Suspect shot dead after attempting to attack police officers at Ntuzuma police station

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

22-year-old suspect killed after assaulting officers in Ntuzuma holding cells

State opposes bail for former special task force officer accused of murdering Witness D

Anita Nkonki|Published

Ex-SAPS elite unit member arrested in connection with Van der Merwe assassination

Witness D shooter in court as police hunt second suspect

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The first arrest has been made in the murder of whistle‑blower Witness D, with Matipandile Sotheni appearing in court. The shooting followed testimony about corruption ...

Gauteng communities reassured as army and police intensify crime crackdown

Anita Nkonki|Published

Authorities step up operations against gangs, illegal mining in South Africa

Fuel rationing fears for South Africa as Middle East war threatens supply

Karen Singh|Published

outh Africa’s fuel supply could be affected by escalating Middle East tensions, with potential rationing and long queues. Experts warn that reliance on imported ...

Watch VideoWitness F faces scrutiny at Madlanga Commission over alleged underworld links

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Testimonies alleged that Nkosi collected bribe money from Molefe, accusations bolstered by CCTV footage already presented to the commission.

Learners explore creativity and confidence in new Gauteng arts initiative

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Youth facilitators lead innovative arts programme in local schools

Are Eskom's tariff hikes pushing South Africans to the brink?

Anita Nkonki|Published

As Eskom's electricity tariffs rise, South African families brace for tough financial choices

Redhill School students brings iconic musical ‘Hair’ to life on new theatre stage

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Join Redhill School as they bring the iconic rock musical 'Hair' to life, showcasing student talent and creativity in a vibrant new production.

St Benedict’s College extends national rowing dominance with 32nd straight title

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

St Benedict’s continues historic rowing streak with 32nd championship win.

From cheers to fears: Are Gauteng residents right to trust the army against crime?

Anita Nkonki|Published

Gauteng residents cheered as SANDF troops patrolled gang-hit streets, posing for photos and clapping along. But analysts warn the army may do little to curb long-term ...

Can new police units in Gauteng combat organised crime?

Anita Nkonki|Published

Two specialised units are launched in Gauteng to tackle organised crime, kidnappings and political killings.

Robotics lab opens new tech pathway for Dullstroom learners

Anita Nkonki|Published

From hardship to hope: robotics lab changes outlook for rural Mpumalanga school

Netherlands and Iceland intervene in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ

AFP and Staff Reporter|Published

More countries join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ

Bulls look to horn in on Stormers’ plans at Loftus Versfeld

Leighton Koopman|Published

More than 30 000 fans are expected at Loftus Versfeld as the Bulls and Stormers go head-to-head in the North-South URC derby, with both sides desperate for a win. ...

International aid cuts crush NPOs helping abused children

Staff Reporter|Published

International funding cuts have severely impacted NGOs in South Africa, including Masimanyane Women’s Rights International, which provides trauma counselling and ...

Childhood stunting and its cost to South Africa’s economy

Tshikululu Social Investments|Published

Childhood stunting affects one in four South African children under five, limiting cognitive development, educational attainment, and future earnings. The economic ...

Looking at South Africa’s maths crisis ahead of International Mathematics Day

Dr Linda Meyer|Published

Ahead of International Mathematics Day, South Africa faces a maths crisis: only one in three matriculants took pure Mathematics in 2025, while pass rates and distinctions ...