Hawks arrest Chatsworth mother (32) for dealing in drugs

Yoshini Perumal|Published

AN UMLATUZANA mother of two joined her husband in the dock last week for alleged drug dealing.

Teachers unions outraged as KZN education department rejects early retirement applications

Bongan Hans|Published

THE KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has rejected early retirement applications from long-serving staff, defying a Cabinet directive aimed at reducing salary ...

April fuel price shock: SA petrol and diesel costs set to soar to record highs

Jason Woosey|Published

April fuel price shock: SA petrol and diesel costs set to soar to record highs

Practical financial strategies for families in a challenging economy

Ashika Devnarain|Published

As South Africa grapples with the lowest inflation rates in 21 years against a backdrop of rising debt and job insecurity, discover practical steps to manage your ...

Why two incomes are becoming important for many families

Rubene Ramdas|Published

Families are banding together to combat rising living costs and adapting to an evolving economic landscape.

Watch VideoWATCH: prayer saved Rusa officer from death when heavily armed CIT robbers opened fire on him

Chumani Mazwi|Published

REACTION Unit South Africa (Rusa) response officer, Nishal Deepnarain recently recounted his harrowing encounter with armed suspects during a cash-in-transit robbery ...

The silent strength of breadwinners: the weight they bear for their families

Kamini Rambridge|Published

Amid the exhaustion and sacrifice, there exists a quiet strength within those who bear the title of breadwinner. This column pays tribute to their enduring spirit ...

Caught on camera: speeding, drunk driver trying to bribe cops with R700 and braai meat

Karen Singh|Published

A MOTORIST caught speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol was arrested after allegedly attempting to bribe Road Traffic Inspectorate officers in Jozini ...

South Africa's tourism boom meets budget 2026

Shireen Eraman and RAEESA KADER|Published

As South Africa's tourism industry grapples with infrastructure and regulatory uncertainties, 2026 could be the year that the sector truly revives.

2026 South African Budget: a balancing act of relief and responsibility

Jennifer Reddy|Published

Amid economic turbulence, the 2026 budget presents a glimmer of hope for South Africans, offering tax relief and support for the most vulnerable. But with rising ...

Concerns raised over eThekwini’s AI Data Centre development in Amanzimtoti

ZAINUL DAWOOD|Published

THE eThekwini Municipality's plans for a new AI Data Centre in Amanzimtoti are under scrutiny as local councillor raises concerns about the project's transparency, ...

Girlfriend steals boyfriend's car for a cigarette run, ends in crash and her arrest

Jason Woosey|Published

A KWAZULU-NATAL man’s fun night out took a turn for the worse when his girlfriend allegedly stole his car for a cigarette run, leading to a dramatic crash and her ...

The catastrophic collapse of Tongaat Hulett A human cost that came before profit

Selvan Naidoo|Published

The survival of communities and the legacy of a historic agricultural sector hang in the balance as stakeholders must confront the ghosts of an exploitative past ...

Where is the promised free education?: Havenpark Secondary investigation highlights plight of struggling schools in Phoenix ...

Yoshini Perumal|Published

COMMUNITY activists in Phoenix are calling for the KZN Department of Education to reprioritise funding to support schools which are “forced to lease out parts of ...

Unpacking the complexities of power and prejudice in 'Accused'

Keshav Dass|Published

Explore the tangled web of power, love, and scandal in 'Accused', a pioneering film that inverts the traditional narrative of workplace harassment.

Why school safety policies fail the children who need them most

Suriamurthee Maistry|Published

In the wake of increasing incidents of pupil violence, South Africa grapples with a deeply ingrained legacy of apartheid and socio-economic disparity that permeates ...

Justice for Danielle Maistry: 15 years in jail for her boyfriend who tried to kill her

Karen Singh|Published

Justice after five years: 15 years in jail for Danielle Maistry's ex-boyfriend who tried to kill her

The consequences of lawlessness: violence erupts at Engen petrol station

SHAMLA PATHER|Published

THE recent incident that occurred at the Engen petrol Station in KwaDukuza (Stanger) can only be described a barbaric act of senseless violence. The attention drawn ...

How to make a Chicken Curry Scone Pie

Nasiha Norat|Published

Enjoy the delightful fusion of flavours in this chicken curry scone pie.