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Bulls Daisies rewarded with big turnout in Bok Women's touring squad for France, Spain
Mike Greenaway|Published 6 hours ago

Watch VideoBulls Daisies rewarded with big turnout in Springbok Women's touring squad for France, ...

Senuran Muthusamy’s defensive batting saves Warriors from hungry Dolphins

Jehran Naidoo|Published 10 hours ago

A defensive batting effort by Senuran Muthusamy held off a lethal Dolphins bowling attack to put the Warriors at 244/9 after day one in Gqeberha.

Not the time to explain yet, says Jose Riveiro on shock Orlando Pirates exit

Herman Gibbs|Published 10 hours ago

The timing of José Riveiro’s announcement about his departure as head coach of Orlando Pirates raises eyebrows in the football community as the team faces key challenges, ...

What the world said about Trump's tariffs

AFP|Published 11 hours ago

The Flag of the United States of America. Here are international reactions so far regarding US President Donald Trump's tariffs.

EXCLUSIVE | If I was offered the job, of course, I’ll take it, says Proteas Test coach Shukri Conrad

Ongama Gcwabe|Published 13 hours ago

Following Rob Walter's resignation as Proteas limited-overs coach earlier this week, many have called on Test coach Shukri Conrad to be the first choice for the ...

Trump's trade war: South Africa's unwanted casualty?

Dr Ernst van Biljon|Published 14 hours ago

The sheer scale of the disparities, with some countries facing near-50% tariffs, signals a potential for major trade disruption.

Durban University of Technology - Your gateway to a brighter future

Brandstories|Published 6 months ago

For those considering their preferred university for 2025, DUT is the perfect choice.

Sharks are confident of bouncing back from Leinster against Lyon in Challenge Cup

Mike Greenaway|Published 14 hours ago

The Sharks travel to Lyon on Sunday for a Challenge Cup match and defence coach Joey Mongalo says his side has shaken off the disappointment of losing to Leinster. ...

Empowering communities: Ikwezi Institute's vision for economic prosperity

Thami Magubane|Published 15 hours ago

The Ikwezi Institute for Research and Development outlines a five-point plan aimed at empowering South African communities to combat poverty and stimulate economic ...

South Africa's deportations surge by 18% in record crackdown on illegal immigration

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 16 hours ago

South Africa's Department of Home Affairs reports an 18% increase in deportations, reaching a record high of 46,898 individuals in the 2024/25 financial year, as ...

Wayne Roberts’ SA swansong: A second Professional Bowls Association title

OWN Correspondent|Published 18 hours ago

In a nail-biting tie-breaker finale, World Bowls No. 4 Wayne Roberts delivered a championship-winning shot to claim his second PBA title and a ticket to the Potters ...

Game over for Cheetahs if they don’t qualify for Currie Cup, warns Frans Steyn

Mike Greenaway|Published 21 hours ago

Former Springbok Frans Steyn is coaching the Cheetahs and is worried about the implications of their form in the SA Cup.

Watch VideoPressure just too much for Rob Walter, now Proteas ODI scene set for Shukri Conrad

Zaahier Adams|Published 22 hours ago

Despite leading the Proteas team to their first-ever World Cup final – the T20 version – in Barbados last year, and two consecutive semi-finals at both the ODI World ...

Royal AM on the verge of PSL expulsion as club owners prepare to vote

Smiso Msomi|Published 1 day ago

The Premier Soccer League's executive committee has recommended terminating Royal AM's membership following months of financial turmoil, including a R40-million ...

Rand nosedives to 1-month low amid budget turmoil and political uncertainty

Siphelele Dludla|Published 1 day ago

The rand has depreciated to R18. 78 against the US dollar, reaching its lowest point since February as Parliament narrowly passes the controversial budget with a ...

Springbok Women to play Canada in double-headers with the Springboks in July

Mike Greenaway|Published 1 day ago

The Springbok Women team contest the World Cup in August and they have secured excellent warm-up games against highly-ranked Canada.

Watch VideoImpi Visser: Blitzboks mean business at Singapore Sevens after Hong Kong loss

Leighton Koopman|Published 1 day ago

After a ninth-place finish in Hong Kong left title hopes dashed, Blitzboks co-captain Impi Visser and his team are determined to prove themselves in Singapore, where ...

KZN's motor licensing offices will only accept cashless payments

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 1 day ago

KwaZulu-Natal's Department of Transport has officially transitioned to a cashless payment system for motor licensing offices, requiring motorists to use debit and ...

Royal Household Trust faces scrutiny over budget for Zulu King's new palace

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

The Royal Household Trust is under fire for its management of the new Mashobeni Royal Palace budget, with CFO Sipho Buthelezi facing scrutiny over increased costs ...

Watch VideoJannes Kirsten: Bulls set for ‘fight until the death’ in Bayonne Challenge Cup tie

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 1 day ago

Bulls flank Jannes Kirsten warns his team must block out the passionate French crowd and prepare for a 'big set-piece battle' if they hope to advance past Bayonne ...