Russia says freed two hostages taken by jihadists in Niger
Moscow – Russia’s army said Tuesday its Africa Corps unit had freed two hostages — employees of Russian geology... Read more
22 Apr
Violence rises, Sahel jihadists make inroads as Nigeria election looms
Abuja – Nigeria is facing renewed violence from armed groups as the country heads towards elections, with assaults in... Read more
22 Apr
Extortion threat hits rubbish collection in Cape Town
Dumping in Eyadini informal settlement in Philippi. Photo: Sandiso Phaliso By Sandiso Phaliso Extortion threats are affecting rubbish collection... Read more
22 Apr
McKenzie hails Cynthia Shange as ‘fearless pioneer’ following her death
Cape Town – Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has paid tribute to veteran South African actress,... Read more
22 Apr
Cape Town to proceed with R107m N2 safety wall despite controversy over ‘optics’
Cape Town – The City of Cape Town has confirmed that the controversial N2 Wall Project will go ahead,... Read more
22 Apr
‘A giant of the game’: Chippie Solomon laid to rest
Cape Town – Christopher “Chippie” Solomon, a revered figure in the Western Cape and Stormers rugby, was laid to... Read more
21 Apr
No prosecution yet in fatal Emmarentia road rage shooting
Johannesburg – The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it will not proceed with the Emmarentia road rage case for... Read more
21 Apr
Afrosoul icon Lira makes triumphant return with ‘Still Here’ show
Cape Town – South African Afrosoul star Lira made a moving return to the stage this past weekend with... Read more
21 Apr
Masemola must go, replacement must be ‘uncontaminated’ – Cameron
Cape Town – Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police, Ian Cameron, has called for the precautionary suspension of... Read more
21 Apr
DA unveils new Western Cape mayoral candidates ahead of local elections
Cape Town – The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced a new slate of mayoral candidates across the Western Cape... Read more
21 Apr
