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Thousands take part in Wings for Life World Run as the event breaks global records

Staff Reporter|Updated

In a historic 2026 edition, the Wings for Life World Run saw over 346,000 participants across 173 countries, uniting for a cause to cure spinal cord injuries. Pretoria hosted South Africa's only App Run, with 2,300 runners filling the streets.

ConCourt Phala Phala ruling a turning point for democracy, says ATM

Robin-Lee Francke|Updated

The African Transformation Movement welcomes a landmark Constitutional Court ruling that challenges the National Assembly's decision on President Cyril Ramaphosa's ...

Watch VideoA fitting tribute: New wasp species named after Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday

Gerry Cupido|Updated

Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday with a unique tribute: a newly identified wasp species named after him, honouring his remarkable contributions ...

'Mustafa's Christmas Adventures in Phala Phala Land III' – new CR production season coming up

MAZWI XABA|Published

The bizarre Phala Phala saga, where allegations of corruption intertwine with the whimsicality of buffaloes, sofas and dollars continues. As the Constitutional Court ...

Arthur Fraser: 'We are all equal before the law' as he awaits Constitutional Court ruling on Phala Phala case

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Arthur Fraser, former head of the State Security Agency, expresses his expectations for the Constitutional Court ruling on the Phala Phala case.

UPDATE I Evacuation of three patients from MV Hondius completed as medical support expands

Debashine Thangevelo|Updated

Three individuals have been medically evacuated from the MV Hondius following a hantavirus outbreak that has resulted in multiple fatalities. The remaining passengers ...

SA is not xenophobic, Ramaphosa tells African countries amid migration tensions

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed claims that South Africa is xenophobic, describing such characterisations as “lazy” amid growing protests against undocumented ...

South Africa's rapid response to hantavirus outbreak receives commendation from health committee

Thobeka Ngema|Updated

The Portfolio Committee on Health has commended South Africa’s rapid response to the recent hantavirus outbreak, highlighting the teamwork and effective management ...

Suspected hantavirus cases to be evacuated from cruise ship

AFP|Updated

Two crew members from the MV Hondius, affected by a hantavirus outbreak, are set for urgent evacuation to the Netherlands, as the ship prepares to continue its journey ...

Madlanga Commission: How drug syndicates exploit South African ports

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Hendrik Flynn told the Madlanga Commission how traffickers hide narcotics in legitimate cargo using corrupt port officials and duplicate seals.

India-New Zealand Trade Relations: From Modest Exchange to Strategic Partnership

Zingisa Mkhuma and Mazwi Xaba|Published

Explore how the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is reshaping trade dynamics and fostering a strategic partnership between two democracies.

Joburg protest | ActionSA denies exploiting anti-migrant sentiment

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Hundreds of demonstrators marched to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on Wednesday, as ActionSA defended its stance on illegal immigration amid growing criticism ...

UN condemns xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals in KZN

Wendy Dondolo|Updated

UN Secretary-General António Guterres expresses grave concern over escalating xenophobic violence in South Africa, urging respect for human rights and social cohesion. ...

Minister Malatsi forced to withdraw AI policy after fabricated sources found

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Minister Solly Malatsi faces criticism after withdrawing South Africa's draft AI policy due to fabricated sources in its reference list.

India commemorates Pahalgam attack anniversary with resolve against terrorism

Mazwi Xaba and Staff Reporter|Published

On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, the European Union stands in solidarity with India, honouring the 26 lives lost and condemning terrorism ...

South African court halts return of ex-Zambian president's remains, again

AFP|Updated

A South African court has blocked the repatriation of the remains of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu, halting fresh plans for a state funeral and deepening ...

A year later, Pahalgam rises strongly from the ashes of terrorism in Kashmir state

Zingisa Mkhuma|Published

One year after the tragic 2025 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists, the region is witnessing a revival as it reopens to ...

ANC to picket at Houghton Golf Club over Palestinian flag ban row

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Tensions are set to escalate on Friday as the ANC stages a picket outside Houghton Golf Club following the banning of a member for displaying a Palestinian flag. ...

Trump extends Iran ceasefire, keeps blockade as Tehran stays silent

AFP|Updated

President Donald Trump has extended the US ceasefire with Iran, granting more time for crucial peace talks, while Tehran remains silent on the unexpected decision. ...

Caitlyn Jenner slams Donald Trump policy after passport returned marked ‘male’

Alyssia Birjalal|Updated

Caitlyn Jenner, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump, faces a significant challenge as her renewed passport reflects a gender marker that does not align with her ...