Traumatised family tell how gunmen hijacked them while delivering Eid parcels in Phoenix

Nadia Khan|Published

A joyous Eid celebration for a Phoenix family turned into a nightmare when they are hijacked at gunpoint while delivering gifts.

Two men sentenced to life plus 15 years for murder of businessman in Umhlanga

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Following their conviction, both accused refused to enter the dock for sentencing proceedings.

'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' - a cinematic experience that commands attention

Keshav Dass|Published

Prepare for an action-packed experience with Dhurandhar: The Revenge. This gripping cinematic journey promises to redefine your thrill-seeking expectations.

R1.3 million cannabis bust: Durban man granted R10,000 bail

Nadia Khan|Updated

A Yellowwood Park man, nabbed with an estimated R1.3 million worth of cannabis, cannabis infused edibles and vapes, was granted R10,000 bail in the Durban Magistrate’s ...

Why female leaders face a tougher judgement in the workplace

Neelofar Sayed|Published

Discover the subtle yet powerful ways women leaders navigate the hidden biases of the corporate world, and learn how their success often hinges on exceeding expectations ...

Landmark partnership: Independent Media and Rossiya Segodnya present 'The Jazz Legacy Collection' at Youngblood-Africa Gallery ...

Entertainment Reporter|Published

Independent Media, in collaboration with Rossiya Segodnya, is proud to announce a landmark partnership showcased through the CTIJF Jazz Photography Exhibition, “The ...

Gas shortages push India's poor back to wood and coal, and biogas from cow dung

AFP|Published

Soaring black-market prices of cooking gas in India's capital are pushing poorer families back to wood and coal, raising health risks and worsening air quality in ...

In pictures: Gio dinner to strengthen India-South Africa ties

Post Reporter|Published

The Global Indian Organisation (Gio) South Africa hosted a dinner for Niteen Subhash Yeola, the Consul General of India in Durban, on Friday at the Beverly Hills ...

Made in Korea: a heart-warming cross-cultural journey of dreams and realities

Darshni Pather|Published

Journey into the heart of Made in Korea, a touching dramedy that courageously explores dreams, struggles, and unlikely friendships across cultures—streaming now ...

India warns of misuse risk from cheap weight-loss jabs

AFP|Published

INDIA'S health ministry warned Tuesday of the risks of unregulated use of weight-loss drugs, as low‑cost generic versions hit the market, stepping up inspections ...

April horoscopes: secrets for success across the zodiac

Shrey Ahluwalia|Published

Embrace the energies of April with our zodiac insights—discover what this month holds for your career, finances, and love life

Online gambling surge: 'In bedrooms, taxis and factories, fortunes are chased and quietly lost'

Shabodien Roomanay|Published

SOUTH Africa is experiencing an unprecedented surge in online gambling, leading to significant financial losses for low-income households. In the past decade, and ...

All you need to know about the temporary road closures during the 2026 CTIJF

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

THE Mother City is bracing for " Africa's grandest gathering", the Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) this week, and with all the buzz around the event, ...

Health hazard: Clare Estate residents find 16 portable toilets outside their homes for informal settlement

Nadia Khan|Published

Residents of Kennedy Road, in Clare Estate are voicing their concerns over the sudden placement of portable toilets outside their homes, citing health hazards and ...

No consultation: flawed CRL’s Section 22 structure lacks legitimacy

Brij Maharaj|Published

THE South African Hindu Maha Sabha (SAHMS), established in 1912 and recognised nationally as the representative body of the Hindu community, has raised serious concerns ...

Anusha Singh debarred for prioritising personal gain over client interests

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A FINANCIAL adviser has been debarred by First National Bank after a tribunal found serious breaches of integrity, including prioritising personal gain over a client's ...

Attorney Chinette Gallichan shot dead outside Johannesburg CCMA offices

PULE MAKGALE|Published

CHINETTE Gallichan, a 35-year-old attorney from Krugersdorp, was shot dead on Monday morning outside the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) ...

Sahpra recalls Citro-Soda Regular products due to contamination risks

POST REPORTER|Published

THE South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (Sahpra) has announced a recall of specific Citro-Soda Regular products following a contamination risk identified ...

The enduring conflict: South Africa grapples with the consequences of the US-Israel war on Iran

Zakhele Collison Ndlovu|Published

In the shadow of escalating conflict, South Africa finds itself at a crossroad: balancing its historical grievances with vital economic interests, as the war in ...