Local language models critical for accurate AI transcription

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

South African businesses are being urged to adopt locally trained AI transcription tools that can accurately understand local languages, accents and code-switching ...

IFP leaders try to stitch party together as T-shirt crisis deepens ahead of elections

Sabelo Nsele|Published

IFP president Velenkosini Hlabisa and KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Thami Ntuli have moved to quell growing divisions within the party ahead of the local government ...

The new era of property: Nicole Chetty on blending luxury real estate with digital influence

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Discover how Nicole Chetty, a young luxury real estate advisor from Port Elizabeth, is making waves in Cape Town's competitive property market through her people-first ...

Unemployment up by more than 1% while thousands of matrics enter labour market

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

South Africa’s unemployment rate rose to 32.7% in early 2026 after major job losses across multiple sectors and worsening economic conditions.

Brayan Leon’s scoring streak in vain as Mamelodi Sundowns lose title advantage

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Despite a prolific run from Colombian striker Brayan Leon, Mamelodi Sundowns' defeat to TS Galaxy has left their nine-year dominance of the league in jeopardy, with ...

Watch VideoPirates one win away from securing the title after Sundowns lose to Galaxy in Mbombela

Mihlali Baleka|Published

TS Galaxy shocked Mamelodi Sundowns in Mbombela, leaving Orlando Pirates needing just a win from their last two games to clinch the Betway Premiership title.

Watch VideoHow Orlando Pirates mastered the art of consistency in their title charge

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates’ balanced attack, solid defence, passionate supporters and strong technical team have driven their impressive Betway Premiership title challenge. ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs face big decision over Kaze and Ben Youssef despite securing CAF spot

Mihlali Baleka|Published

KaizerChiefs secured CAF Champions League qualification, but management still faces a crucial decision on retaining coaches Khalul Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef.

Watch VideoFive players Hugo Broos could likely to include in Bafana Bafana's World Cup squad

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Hugo Broos faces difficult selection decisions after several local and overseas stars impressed ahead of Bafana Bafana’s World Cup campaign.

Ramaphosa’s ANC Unity Failure: How it cost the party its 2024 majority

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Cyril Ramaphosa's commitment to unity within the ANC has led to unforeseen consequences. How did his leadership style contribute to the party's historic electoral ...

Watch VideoJerusha brings 'The Love Trilogy' to a powerful close with new single 'Ti Amo'

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

South African star Jerusha concludes her powerful Love Trilogy with 'Ti Amo', a cinematic anthem of healing, self-devotion and resilience.

Phala Phala approach laid bare Ramaphosa’s selective constitutionalism

Nco Dube|Published

Political economist Nco Dube argues that the Phala Phala scandal has exposed what it describes as President Cyril Ramaphosa’s selective approach to constitutionalism ...

Samsung celebrates remarkable Level 1 B-BBEE accomplishment for 8th consecutive year

Partnered Content|Published

Samsung has reaffirmed its commitment to South Africa's transformation agenda by maintaining its Level 1 B-BBEE status for the eighth consecutive year, showcasing ...

Durban’s dancing prodigy: Sanavi Jiah Chimmunchlam’s journey of heritage, passion and performance

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Eleven-year-old Sanavi Jiah Chimmunchlam is Durban’s fearless dance prodigy, blending cultural heritage with versatile talent to conquer international stages.

Watch VideoEXCUSIVE | 30 days to Fifa World Cup: Nomvethe backs Hugo Broos to find ‘fearless’ Bafana squad

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Bafana Bafana legend Siyabonga Nomvethe reflects on the 2010 opening game legacy as he backs Hugo Broos to select a mobile, hungry squad for the 2026 FIFA World ...

Watch VideoBetway Premiership finale: Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates brace for final title showdown

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and struggling sides face decisive fixtures as the Betway Premiership title and relegation battles intensify this week.

From Fosca's elixir to Phala Phala: The slow burn of the second-term curse

Sandile Mdadane|Published

In All Men Are Mortal, Simone de Beauvoir warned that immortality strips life of meaning because actions no longer carry consequence. South African politics appears ...

Watch VideoSafa confirm R20m VAR funding: Rollout set for 2026/27 season

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Safa have confirmed receipt of R20 million in government funding to implement VAR, with the technology expected to be operational by the start of next season.

NSFAS receives disclaimer audit opinion for 2024/25 financial year

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) faces significant challenges as it receives a disclaimer audit opinion for the 2024/25 financial year, prompting ...