3+ hour, 45+ min ago   (431+ words) In the rural hills inland of KwaDukuza stands a massive, majestic tree that towers over an unassuming valley near Thulile. The sycamore fig (Ficus sycomorus) in question is so impressive, in fact, that it has been legally protected by the…...

3+ hour, 48+ min ago   (692+ words) Alexander Zverev held off Ben Shelton to win the US Open on Sunday, capturing the second Grand Slam of his career just months after winning the French Open. The top-seeded German ruthlessly snuffed out a late surge by Shelton to…...

3+ hour, 54+ min ago   (379+ words) The rising tide of anti-foreign African sentiment in South Africa loomed large at the 18th Brics Summit in India. Picture: The Presidency. The rising tide of anti-foreign African sentiment in South Africa loomed large at the 18th Brics Summit in India that…...

13+ hour, 50+ min ago   (539+ words) The Griquas celebrate winning the 2026 Currie Cup title after beating the Pumas in the final at Griqua Park in Kimberley on Saturday. Picture: Gallo Images The Griquas managed to right the wrongs and banish the ghosts of 2022 when they clinched…...

13+ hour, 55+ min ago   (660+ words) At least eight people, including two children, were killed in a head‑on collision between a Toyota and a Volkswagen sedan in Mpumalanga. Picture: Mpumalanga Transport Department. In the news today, Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has demanded urgent action after women…...

20+ hour, 3+ min ago   (519+ words) A blinding performance from Springbok scrumhalf Morné van den Berg against the All Blacks in Baltimore on Saturday has likely catapulted him to the front of the Boks’ No 9 queue, after years of being a fringe player. Krappie, as he…...

23+ hour, 27+ min ago   (119+ words) The Rand West Classic brought powerlifting, bodybuilding and beauty pageantry together at Mohlakeng Community Gym on September 5. The multi-disciplinary event aimed to create a platform where sport, fitness, confidence, discipline and personal development could be celebrated. Co-organiser Mpumelelo Seilane said…...

1+ day, 27+ min ago   (300+ words) Heidelberg Bowling Club’s Joe van der Merwe produced a superb performance at the 2026 Champion of Champions competition, securing the Men’s Novice Division title after an unbeaten campaign. Van der Merwe entered the competition as Heidelberg Bowling Club’s Men’s Novice champion…...

2+ day, 21+ hour ago   (27+ words) The Citizen Bring the crew. Bring the family. Come for the racing and stay for the atmosphere. More than just racing. Friday nights reimagined....

21+ hour, 47+ min ago   (177+ words) Young and old archery enthusiasts gathered at Hoërskool Riebeeckrand on September 5 for a morning of focus, precision and friendly competition. The event was organised by Klub Inyathi, an archery club The archery event brought participants together to put their aiming…...