Afrikaners mark pilgrimage day, resonating with their US backers

AFP|Published

Thousands of Afrikaners commemorated the Day of the Vow at the Voortrekker Monument, reflecting on their historical roots and the political support they receive ...

DJ Sbu combines music, property and philanthropy to inspire change in SA

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

DJ Sbu has launched an initiative combining his musical comeback, a property investment guide and a limited-edition Volkswagen collaboration, all aimed at promoting ...

Severe thunderstorm warning for Gauteng on Wednesday

Verna van Diemen|Updated

The South African Weather Service has issued a yellow level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms across Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga.

Stock family mourns ‘heart and anchor’ DJ Warras after Johannesburg killing

Verna van Diemen|Updated

Devastated by the loss of DJ Warras, the Stock family shares their heartbreak and calls for privacy as they mourn the beloved media personality and businessman, ...

Short man with dreadlocks suspected in Johannesburg DJ Warras shooting

Verna van Diemen|Published

Police are investigating the murder of DJ Warras, with a short man with dreadlocks identified as the main suspect. Video evidence reveals the suspect's approach ...

Family cleans crime scene as Johannesburg mourns DJ Warras

Verna van Diemen|Updated

Family members of DJ Warras clean the crime scene in Johannesburg, seeking to restore dignity amidst mourning for the beloved DJ, who was tragically shot dead on ...

Navigating cyber-insurance: Why South African businesses face claim rejections

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Expert Muhammad Ali warns compliance gaps within companies are largely to blame

Watervaal man, 28, arrested for alleged rape, kidnapping of mother

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

A 28-year-old man has been arrested by the SAPS in Watervaal after allegedly raping, kidnapping, and intimidating his mother in Magangeni village.

PE2EL Ocean Canoe Challenge 2025 delivers epic finish as new guard takes on legends

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

The 250km Port Elizabeth to East London (PE2EL) Ocean Canoe Challenge, widely regarded as the world’s toughest ocean paddling race, concluded on December 6, 2025, ...

Footprints 4 Sam’s Super Sam Hero Bucket initiative reaches R1 million milestone ahead of festive season

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

As the festive season approaches, the Footprints 4 Sam Trust is marking a R1 million milestone in support for vulnerable families, delivering food and toiletry buckets ...

Celebrity Drive SA brings festive relief to vulnerable communities at Sun City

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Celebrity Drive SA’s festive community outreach at Sun City provided over R110 000 in food, gifts and activities to children and elderly residents at four local ...

Five strength exercises to help you return to running safely

Cherrie Blackmore|Published

Strength and stability are essential before resuming running. These five exercises target the lower body and core to help runners ease back into training safely. ...

SA-Mozambique boost border safety along busy N4 corridor

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Joint law enforcement and oversight operations at the Lebombo and Ressano Garcia border posts aim to strengthen regional cooperation and ensure safer, more efficient ...

Family's dream temple ends in tragedy

Wendy Jasson Da Costa|Published

Rescue teams race against time following Verulam temple collapse

Authorities urge South Africans to check the weather and avoid peak travel as storms and heavy traffic loom

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Motorists are advised to avoid peak periods, reduce speed in rain and expect intensified law-enforcement operations.

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

Published

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

Johannesburg cookbook author Jan Kohler on food, festivities and family

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

From pot roast chicken to celebratory sweets, Jan Kohler reveals the recipes and culinary tips that make her festive meals a hit with family and friends.

Chocolate prices high before Christmas despite cocoa fall

AFP|Published

Chocolate, in demand ahead of the festive holiday season, has seen prices rise.

Eco geniuses in uniform: SA school teams sweep National Youth Entrepreneurship Awards

Saturday Star Reporter|Updated

Teen climate innovators from SA schools stole the spotlight at the 2025 Step Up Awards, winning top honours for solutions tackling unemployment, pollution, and environmental ...