Vula Medical wins FNB App of the Year for transforming rural healthcare

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Leading innovators shine at Africa’s foremost celebration of app development excellence

Joburg kicks off 2025 festive season safety campaign to tackle crime and road hazards

Anita Nkonki|Published

Johannesburg launches 2025 festive season safety campaign to tackle crime and road accidents

South Africa's tax revenue growth: insights from the 2025 Tax Statistics Bulletin

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published

Discover the key insights from the National Treasury and SARS's latest Tax Statistics bulletin, revealing significant trends in South Africa's tax revenue collection ...

Gauteng statutory rape pandemic: Urgent action needed to protect children

Refiole Nt’sekhe|Published

As Gauteng faces an alarming rise in child pregnancies and statutory rape, what actions must be taken to protect our youth?

Drunk raccoon passes out in bathroom after ransacking United States liquor store

The Washington Post|Published

A raccoon’s late-night adventure leads to a liquor store heist and a bathroom bender in Virginia, leaving authorities amused and the furry bandit with a hangover. ...

Deck the halls with calm: Your guide to surviving the festive season madness

Sharon Gordon|Published

Feeling more 'Bah Humbug' than 'Ho Ho Ho' as the holidays loom? Fear not with this practical advice to help you glide through the festive frenzy without losing your ...

WHO to showcase breakthrough traditional medicine innovations at 2025 summit

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

The second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, themed 'Restoring balance: The science and practice of health and well-being', will convene in New Delhi from ...

Poetic Licence: Blood brothers, blue lights and big powers

Rabbie Serumula|Published

From trembling hands to whispered confessions, the writer explores the human cost of loyalty and the weight of truth. Set against the backdrop of the Madlanga Commission, ...

Green Shoots: Transcending the limits of narrow, exclusive identities

Ashley Green-Thompson|Published

In this reflective column, the author explores the complexities of identity in post-apartheid South Africa. Using the recent Bafana Bafana team selection as a springboard, ...

Jozi's December delights: Your ultimate guide to festive indoor fun

Kerry-anne Allerston|Published

This December, Johannesburg comes alive with a vibrant array of indoor activities! From enchanting ballets to thrilling expos, discover the best events to keep your ...

Happy employees, happy shoppers: The impact of retail worker wellbeing this festive season

Ashwin Rajah|Published

As South Africa's retail sector gears up for the holiday rush, how can organisations ensure their teams thrive under pressure? Discover why prioritising employee ...

Why starting over at 35 is a myth and how business education supports career changes

Dr Abner Mthembu|Published

Discover how South Africa’s mid-career professionals are redefining career transitions, leveraging business education to transform their past experiences into strategic ...

Unveiling the secrets of Southern Africa's ancient hunter-gatherers

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Explore how groundbreaking DNA research reveals southern Africa as the cradle of early Homo sapiens, shedding light on the unique genetic legacy of ancient hunter-gatherers ...

'Come and kill me': sick ants invite destruction to save colony

AFP|Published

Sick young ants release a chemical signal urging worker ants to destroy them, a behaviour aimed at protecting the colony from infection. But why do queens not partake ...

UCT and SAMRC launch innovative study to tackle alcohol harm in Southern Africa

Staff Reporter|Published

UCT and SAMRC launch groundbreaking research project on alcohol harm in South Africa and Botswana

Lungile Siyaphi: Empowering Soweto's youth as Miss Soweto 2025/26

Amahle Luke|Published

Lungile Siyaphi, crowned Miss Soweto 2025/26, is on a mission to empower her community through initiatives like the Mamlangeni Feeding Scheme and workshops addressing ...

How South Africans can beat the festive season fatigue and start January strong

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

After the festive season, many South Africans face fatigue and a weakened immune system. Discover expert strategies to rejuvenate your health and embrace the new ...

Bad monkey! Travellers share wild tales of animal encounters

The Washington Post|Published

Travellers recount their unforgettable and often hilarious encounters with wildlife, from mischievous monkeys in India to cheeky penguins in Australia.

Caught in the act: 13 undocumented foreign nationals arrested during Devland Cash & Carry labour raid

Anita Nkonki|Published

Thirteen undocumented workers arrested in multi-department raid at Johannesburg wholesale store