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Smiso Msomi|Published 9 hours ago

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

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

Siphelele Dludla|Published 9 hours 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 11 hours 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 12 hours 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 15 hours 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 17 hours 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 ...

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.

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

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 17 hours 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 ...

eThekwini faces fierce backlash over 'ridiculous' proposed tariff hikes

Thami Magubane|Published 18 hours ago

Ratepayers in eThekwini Municipality express outrage over proposed double-digit tariff increases for the upcoming financial year, raising concerns about affordability ...

The Rugby Rubicon: Will Middle East money transform World Cup?

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 23 hours ago

As Rugby World Cup hosting moves to new frontiers, Ashfak Mohamed examines the controversial possibility of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE hosting the 2035 tournament. ...

Watch VideoWhy Keagan Johannes deserves to start over Johan Goosen for Bulls in Bayonne Challenge Cup playoff

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 1 day ago

The Bulls face a complex selection puzzle for their Bayonne Challenge Cup playoff, with Johan Goosen back in contention, but in-form Keagan Johannes deserves to ...

Samsung’s quantum dot display technology verified as no-cadmium, receives SGS certification

Partnered Content|Published 1 day ago

SGS testing confirms that the quantum dot film is cadmium-free and compliant with RoHS standards

eThekwini Municipality's R588 million investment in infrastructure to boost job creation

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

eThekwini Municipality plans to invest R588 million in infrastructure projects aimed at attracting private investment and creating thousands of jobs, as revealed ...

Watch VideoCan SA boxer Kevin Lerena be inspired by the memories of Thulani ‘Sugar Boy’ Malinga’s triumph in WBC title fight?

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 1 day ago

Kevin Lerena defends his WBC bridgerweight title on May 1 in Pretoria, seeking to channel the spirit of Thulani 'Sugar Boy' Malinga, who made South African boxing ...

Buthelezi appointed as EFF deputy secretary in KwaZulu-Natal

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

Khethiwe Buthelezi takes on the role of Deputy Secretary for the Economic Freedom Fighters in KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on revitalising the party's membership and ...

KwaZulu-Natal's mining industry faces job crisis

Thami Magubane|Published 1 day ago

The mining industry in KwaZulu-Natal is in crisis, with significant job losses and limited new opportunities, prompting fears of youth migration. This article explores ...

eThekwini Municipality proposes double digit tariff hikes for electricity, water and sanitation

Thami Magubane|Published 2 days ago

eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba expresses concerns over proposed tariff increases in the municipality's draft budget for 2025-2026, warning that these hikes could further ...

Hope for KZN flood victims: land rezoning paves the way for permanent housing

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published 2 days ago

The KwaZulu-Natal government is making strides in providing permanent housing for flood victims, with seven land parcels rezoned for development and plans for community ...

IFP addresses accusations on its role in eThekwini Metro amid water shortages

Thami Magubane|Published 2 days ago

The IFP addresses accusations regarding its role amid the water challenges in eThekwini, asserting its commitment to resolving the issues faced by residents

KZN Economic Development department issues warning on dire state of sugar industry

Thami Magubane|Published 2 days ago

The sugar industry in KwaZulu-Natal is facing a dire situation, with officials warning of a potential collapse due to various challenges.