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Lions braced for ‘completely different’ Connacht test after Glasgow URC rout
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoLions braced for ‘completely different’ Connacht test after Glasgow URC rout

Watch VideoFive players who could define the Soweto derby

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Key individuals from Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs could shape the Soweto derby and influence bigger season outcomes.

Senzo Mchunu awaits ANC decision amid accusations from KZN police chief

Willem Phungula|Published

Senzo Mchunu, the suspended Police Minister, is still waiting for the ANC's national leadership to decide when he can resume his duties, following his recent public ...

Calls grow for Ramaphosa to extend Madlanga Commission amid criminal network concerns

Manyane Manyane|Published

With the emergence of complex criminal networks, President Cyril Ramaphosa has come under pressure to not only extend the duration of the Madlanga Commission but ...

Watch VideoDamian Willemse sounds URC warning: We’ll struggle against Glasgow if we don’t get our game right

Leighton Koopman|Published

With a crucial match against the Glasgow Warriors looming, Damian Willemse warns the Stormers that failure to execute their game plan could lead to a long afternoon ...

Watch VideoEXCLUSIVE | Muhsin Ertugral backs Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef to lead Kaizer Chiefs long-term

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Muhsin Ertuğral urges the club to retain Cedric Kaze and Khalil Ben Youssef, citing the need for stability to challenge Orlando Pirates ...

Watch VideoTshegofatso Mabasa penalty boosts Orlando Pirates' title hopes as Stellenbosch holds Mamelodi Sundowns away

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns and Stellenbosch drew 1-1, with goals from Ntsabeleng and a late penalty by Mabasa. This result ensured Orlando Pirates remained one point ahead ...

Watch VideoOrlando Pirates remain defiant in title race despite recent slip-ups

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Orlando Pirates insist they can still win the league despite recent dropped points, with belief and progress underlining their campaign.

Watch VideoBlitzboks take breather before Spain push after historic Hong Kong glory

Leighton Koopman|Published

After a historic victory in Hong Kong, the Blitzboks are set to take a well-deserved break before gearing up for the next SVNS World Championship tournament in Spain. ...

Watch VideoURC run-in: Why SA sides must take referees and their whistles out of the equation

Leighton Koopman|Published

As the URC season reaches boiling point, the South African franchises must navigate the challenges of refereeing decisions to secure their play-off spots.

Watch VideoDamian Willemse unfazed by role shifts as Stormers eye statement URC win over Glasgow

Leighton Koopman|Published

Damian Willemse prioritises team contribution over position as the Stormers prepare for a crucial URC clash against the Glasgow Warriors, aiming to bounce back after ...

Resilience, redemption and rhythm: 3 Joburg plays that will move you this week

Debashine Thangevelo|Published

Explore the vibrant world of South African theatre as Jonathan Roxmouth returns with his acclaimed show 'Key Change', celebrating musical legends.

Public outrage grows as Dobsonville church elder abandons bail in shocking child rape case

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

A 58-year-old Dobsonville man has abandoned his bail bid as outrage grows over the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl. Acting Johannesburg Mayor Loyiso Masuku has ...

Watch VideoBulls' Marco van Staden embraces the technical challenge of hooker after bench impact

Mike Greenaway|Published

Burly flank Marco van Staden was a backline player at school. Now he is making a name for himself as a hooker at the Bulls.

Eleven arrested in NSFAS fraud and theft scheme targeting funds for needy students

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

Eleven individuals and four companies have appeared in the Lephalale Magistrate’s Court in Polokwane over an alleged fraud and theft scheme involving National Student ...

Joyous celebration marks 30th instalment and 30-year celebration with a nationwide tour launching in Johannesburg

THE STAR|Published

As Joyous Celebration embarks on its nationwide tour, the 30th installment will honour its remarkable legacy while continuing to inspire the next generation of gospel ...

Gauteng's crackdown on unroadworthy taxis exposes alarming road safety issues

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

A major enforcement blitz across Gauteng has uncovered shocking levels of non-compliance in the taxi industry, with more than 80 unsafe vehicles taken off the roads ...

Four candidates compete for UN Secretary-General position amid calls for female leadership

The Star Reporter|Published

As the UN gears up for a momentous selection process, four candidates stand ready to break the glass ceiling. Will history be made with the naming of the first female ...

Watch Video'No room for racism', but plenty of space for sport's racist trolls on social media

John Goliath|Published

The 2-2 draw between Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton should have been a story of a desperate relegation scrap. Instead, it became a grim reminder of the unchecked ...

Watch VideoKaizer Chiefs must get the basics right to challenge Orlando Pirates in Soweto derby

Mihlali Baleka|Published

Kaizer Chiefs must combine a fast start, defensive solidity, and improved attacking execution if they are to overcome in-form Orlando Pirates in the Soweto derby. ...