South Africa’s illicit alcohol boom exposes economic pressure and weak enforcement

Dr Shamal Ramesar|Published

Illicit alcohol in South Africa is no longer a marginal law enforcement issue but a growing economic threat shaped by consumer pressure, regulatory gaps and increasingly ...

Malema Jailed: EFF Leader Gets Five Years for Gun Law Violations

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

Julius Malema is sentenced to five years in prison after the East London Regional Court rejects his “celebratory shot” defence and finds him guilty of serious firearm ...

ANC KZN leadership reshuffles: Mabuyakhulu named provincial convener in strategic reset

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The ANC has reconfigured its KwaZulu-Natal leadership, appointing Mike Mabuyakhulu as provincial convener to spearhead organisational renewal and election preparations. ...

South Africa opts for quiet diplomacy as Roelf Meyer takes key Washington post

Nco Dube|Published

South Africa’s appointment of veteran negotiator Roelf Meyer as ambassador to the United States signals a deliberate shift in diplomatic tone, prioritising credibility, ...

From Zuma must fall to Ramaphosa’s silence

Sandile Mdadane|Published

Nine years ago in April 12, Jacob Zuma's 75th birthday, South Africa saw mass protests against him, uniting opposition parties and citizens against corruption and ...

How ride-hailing is transforming livelihoods in South Africa

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

A new report reveals how ride-hailing services are reshaping income opportunities for South Africans, highlighting the gig economy's role in fostering entrepreneurship ...

Groundbreaking ruling on nafaqah: Implications for Muslim divorce in South Africa

Sinenhlanhla Masilela and Yasmine Jacobs|Published

In a landmark ruling, the Western Cape High Court has established that the Islamic obligation of nafaqah can support civil claims for financial reimbursement between ...

Curtain up, Durban! The top theatre and dance acts you can’t miss this April

Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Join The Royal Ballet as they present the haunting tale of 'Giselle' on the big screen, alongside a magical rendition of 'The Little Mermaid Junior' and a concert ...

Cyril Ramaphosa appoints Roelf Meyer as South Africa's new ambassador to the US

AFP|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran politician Roelf Meyer as South Africa's ambassador to the US, a move that comes amid strained diplomatic relations ...

Tamia in Mzansi: everything we know about her three-city Women's Month concert tour

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Tamia is returning to South Africa this August for a special Women’s Month tour, promising to celebrate her fans and the power of music across three major cities. ...

AI beauty illusions: Surgeons warn cosmetic apps are fueling dangerous expectations

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

A leading South African plastic surgeon warns that AI-powered cosmetic apps are creating unrealistic patient expectations and could lead to unsafe misunderstandings ...

R120 billion liability crisis: Medical malpractice claims threaten to cripple South Africa’s public healthcare system

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

Rising medical malpractice claims are draining South Africa’s public healthcare budget, prompting calls for reform to ensure fair compensation while protecting the ...

Allegations of 'sex for jobs' surface in KwaZulu-Natal's Expanded Public Works Programme

Thobeka Ngema|Published

KwaZulu-Natal's Department of Public Works and Infrastructure reveals shocking allegations of 'sex for jobs' within the Expanded Public Works Programme, as MEC Martin ...

Thandazile Mbeje: A beacon of hope and change in KwaZulu-Natal

Taschica Pillay|Published

Thandazile Mbeje, a dedicated educator and community leader from KwaZulu-Natal, has received national recognition for her efforts in uplifting communities and driving ...

A journey to forever: Nelisa Ntabeni celebrates lobola after reality TV success

ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Reality TV star Nelisa Ntabeni marks a significant milestone in her love journey with a traditional lobola ceremony, celebrating love, family and cultural heritage. ...

Zakes Bantwini, Nontokozo Mkhize and De Rose postpone concerts - here’s the real reason

Lutho Pasiya|Published

Fans of Zakes Bantwini, Nontokozo Mkhize and De Rose face disappointment as their highly anticipated concerts are postponed.

Love, grace and world peace: How an African saint has shaped Pope Leo’s worldview

The Conversation|Published

Pope Leo XIV begins his first Africa visit in Algeria, using the trip to honour Saint Augustine and highlight Africa’s central role in Christian history while promoting ...

eThekwini boosts frontline policing with 13 newly trained K9 handlers

Sunday Tribune Reporter|Published

Thirteen newly trained K9 handlers have been deployed to strengthen crime-fighting efforts in eThekwini, boosting Metro Police capacity to tackle drugs, violent ...

SIU exposes “marketplace” of sham marriages fueling massive immigration fraud in South Africa

Manyane Manyane|Published

An SIU probe reveals a vast immigration fraud network in South Africa where sham marriages, corrupt officials, and syndicates enabled hundreds of thousands to obtain ...