A little birthday gathering in the Midlands

Frank Chemaly|Published

Garlingtons Bistro offers a wonderful setting where you can drink in beautiful views of the country.

SME confidence dips in Q3 2025

Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa’s SME confidence declined in Q3 2025, according to the latest index from Business Partners

Madlanga Commission | Alleged crime kingpin 'Cat' Matlala 'paid for cop's Brazilian butt lift' procedure

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Suspended Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya testifies at the Madlanga Commission, revealing alleged ties between SAPS officials and crime kingpin Vusimuzi ...

The secret behind elephants' extraordinary trunk dexterity

The Washington Post|Published

Discover how Andrew Schulz's groundbreaking research reveals the intricate role of whiskers in the extraordinary dexterity of elephant trunks, showcasing their ability ...

I survived my attacker's chokehold: " My eyes felt like it popped from the strain, but I lived to tell the tale"

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Micha Renge shares her harrowing experience of surviving domestic violence, urging other women to trust their instincts and leave abusive relationships.

Chanley Wong's inspiring return to television on 'Expresso Morning Show'

Amahle Luke|Published

After a seven-year hiatus, beloved presenter Chanley Wong triumphantly returns to traditional television with S3's Expresso Morning Show, sharing her inspiring journey ...

Rooibos exports hit record high as industry braces for climate risks

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

South Africa’s rooibos industry has reached a major export milestone, supplying more than 50 countries worldwide. But with production vulnerable to drought and heat, ...

KZNPO gears up for exciting summer season

Staff Reporter|Published

The KZN Philharmonic Orchestra’s two-concert Summer Season runs in The Playhouse Opera next month.

Braai prices on fire: How inflation is burning a hole in your pocket!

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Rising braai costs, tracked by Stats SA over three years, are impacting South Africa’s festive braai tradition.

Firms face hefty penalties for alleged windscreen price fixing cartel

Staff Reporter|Published

Glass under scrutiny: Competition Commission takes auto-glass price-fixing case to tribunal

How the Tongaat Hulett crisis could devastate South Africa's rural sugar economy

Higgins Mdluli|Published

Is the Tongaat Hulett crisis the tipping point for South Africa's sugar industry? The financial distress of this cornerstone miller threatens to disrupt the livelihoods ...

Welcome Durban's newest theatre

Staff Reporter|Published

The Nutcracker Theatre opens at the Macnut Farm in Assagay next weekend. The farm is already a popular wedding and Sunday lunch venue and hosts a vibrant art gallery ...

Fraud syndicates disrupted across 16 African countries

Staff Reporter|Published

Pan-African cybercrime crackdown nets 651 arrests in major Interpol operation

Building Durban's Golden Mile

Frank Chemaly|Published

The old picture shows Durban's Lower Marine Parade some 70-odd years ago.

South Africa answers the call for blood donations as supplies dwindle

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa rallies to 'Answer the Call,' your contribution can make a life-saving difference. Join the movement today, and help build a robust blood supply ...

Bunny Chow, Zulu history helps Durban crack the world's top travel destinations list

Zainul Dawood|Published

Durban has been recognised as the 14th top destination to visit in 2026 by Time Out Worldwide, highlighting its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes.

Durban is named one of the Top 19 best places to visit in 2026

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Durban has been recognised as one of the best places to visit in 2026, ranking 14th in 'Time Out' magazine's prestigious list.

Three farmers found guilty of brutally assaulting and murdering farm dweller Dumisani Phakathi

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Three farmers, aged 36, 29 and — have been convicted of murdering Dumisani Phakathi at a chicken farm in Mamokgalieskraal in September 2023, with sentencing proceedings ...

The PFMA's role in stifling South Africa's development outcomes

Lindelwa Nonjaduka|Published

As South Africa braces for its pivotal 2026 SONA, deeper questions emerge surrounding the nation’s financial management framework — how will the PFMA adapt to ensure ...