Catch Bucie and DJ Kent live as Johannesburg hosts a massive weekend of music and culture

Karishma Dipa|Published

Experience a weekend of music and connection at The Soirée Lover’s Edition 2026, alongside outdoor activities and performances by top local artists in Johannesburg. ...

Student allowances being diverted to gambling, NSFAS intervenes

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Student financial aid meant for education expenses is increasingly being diverted to gambling, prompting NSFAS and the National Gambling Board to launch a joint ...

Watch VideoJohn Dobson backs new hooker signing Vernon Paulo to thrive in Stormers system

Leighton Koopman|Published

Hooker Vernon Paulo joins the Stormers, bringing his explosive talent and passion to the team. As the 24-year-old aims to bolster the No 2 jersey, he looks to make ...

IOL Exclusive: NPA engages Interpol as South Africa moves to extradite Zimbabwean musician Malloti

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

In an IOL exclusive, the National Prosecuting Authority said Interpol has been contacted to trace a fugitive wanted in connection with a 2017 Western Cape armed ...

SAPS probes shooting at former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe’s Hyde Park home

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

A security guard is reportedly in a critical condition after a shooting at a Hyde Park property linked to Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, with Gauteng police investigating ...

Malamulele pharmacy director gets 10-year sentence for GEMS fraud

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

A Limpopo pharmacist has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment or a R500,000 fine after defrauding the Government Employees Medical Scheme of nearly R92,000. Tinyiko ...

Watch VideoBulls bring Springboks firepower to Wellington for crucial Boland hit-out

Leighton Koopman|Published

The Bulls travel to Wellington with a star-studded 34-man squad aiming to balance game time and injury management against Boland as they reignite momentum ahead ...

What you need to know about Willie Spies, as he enters the race to become Tshwane mayor

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

Willie Spies, a former MP and seasoned attorney, returns to politics as the FF Plus mayoral candidate for Tshwane, aiming to reconnect communities with the government ...

Watch VideoNurturing culture in the workplace: need-to-have not just nice-to-have

Partnered Content|Updated

Explore how nurturing a strong company culture can empower South African businesses to thrive in a hybrid working environment, celebrating diversity and shared values. ...

UP researchers triumph at NSTF ‘Science Oscars’ with five major awards

Partnered Content|Published

The University of Pretoria celebrates personal achievements and is dedicated to pushing science and innovation forward in South Africa, a big step towards our country's ...

State Attorney rejects Malusi Gigaba’s plea for state-funded defence in Transnet corruption case

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Former minister Malusi Gigaba appeared in the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg alongside former Transnet executives, where the court heard that the State Attorney ...

Suspended police boss Senzo Mchunu says he 'barely knows' businessman Calvin Mathibeli

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Calvin Mathibeli faces scrutiny over his alleged connections with suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.

Turbulent week for Xolani Khumalo: Two court appearances and an MMC appointment rejected by ActionSA

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

It has been a turbulent week for ActionSA’s Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate Xolani Khumalo, whose assault case was postponed in Palm Ridge on Wednesday as he is scheduled ...

South African municipalities face crisis: Treasury report exposes R8.66 billion in water losses

Loyiso Sidimba|Updated

The National Treasury's latest report reveals alarming water losses of R8.66 billion across South Africa's major municipalities, highlighting systemic inefficiencies ...

16-year-old arrested in Roodepoort for possessing 50 explosives

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Gauteng police have arrested a 16-year-old in Roodepoort after seizing 50 blasting cartridges and detonation equipment. Authorities believe the explosives are linked ...

Limpopo police recover multiple stolen vehicles in cross-border smuggling crackdown

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

A stolen Toyota Fortuner was caught stranded in the middle of the Limpopo River during a police operation targeting cross-border vehicle smuggling. The recovery ...

WATCH | Chaos erupts at Capitec Bank after family arrives with corpse

IOL Reporter|Published

The family had to provide proof of death and allegedly returned with the body.

Four South African men return home after being lured into the Russia-Ukraine war

AFP|Updated

Four South African men who were allegedly deceived into fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine arrived back home on Wednesday, February 18, as efforts continue to ...

UJ and GWF partner to unlock the potential of rural youth through impactful research

The Star Reporter|Published

This landmark partnership was initiated following discussions with Professor Nicola Taylor from UJ’s Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management, located ...