ANC calls for urgent measures to cushion blow of steep fuel hikes

Motorists are bracing for sharp increases in fuel prices set to take effect from midnight Tuesday.

Sipho Mbule reveals why he turned down Kaizer Chiefs

The former Orlando Pirates midfielder Sipho Mbule has explained why he chose the Buccaneers over a move to Kaizer Chiefs.

Phahlane says charges against him over SAPS contract were fabricated

Speaking to the SABC after IDAC provisionally withdrew the charges, Phahlane says he was targeted

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R10 million gone: SCA rejects man's bid to recover money stolen from attorney's trust account

Former PSL star pleads guilty to culpable homicide, sentencing set

Former PSL star Mokete Shaune Mogaila has pleaded guilty to culpable homicide and failing to remain at the scene of a crime following a fatal crash in Tembisa.

Comoros: Foreign workers struggle in the wake of new law

Since a new law promulgated in July barring foreign nationals from certain jobs in the Comoros, many have voiced concern about their financial situation.

Ethiopia: Abiy Ahmed takes oath of office as Prime Minister

Ethiopia's parliament has re-elected Abiy Ahmed as prime minister for the next five years, following the general election in June.

'AI should not perform core judicial functions'

Phatshoane was being interviewed for one of three vacancies at the Supreme Court of Appeal

Gauteng scholar transport operators warned to abide by the law

Department spokesperson Sello Maremane says operators should also avoid overloading their vehicles

Why Zimbabwe is suddenly back on Trump's radar

Why is Zimbabwe suddenly back on Donald Trump's radar? Here's what is driving renewed US interest in Zimbabwe.

In case you missed it: Setback in VBS and blue lights cases | Maumela fails to stop Ferrari sale | October fuel price hike

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Taxi association to engage government amid steep fuel hikes

The NTA says government must help to ensure that low-income households are not negatively affected.

Orlando Pirates chasing record increasing fifth MTN8 title in a row

Pirates will be aiming to re-write history when they face Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final.

SAPS says over 170 rape suspects arrested over past 7 days

Police say they will continue to intensify their efforts in the fight against GBV.

Batyi pins hopes on bout against bosom buddy for a win

Former SA featherweight champion Zolisa Batyi prepares to clash with unbeaten friend Likho Sigaba for the WBA Gold title at Guild Theatre as he seeks a return to winning form.

Anrich Nortje takes measured route back to national fold

Proteas fast bowler Anrich Nortje opens up about his gradual and calculated return to Test cricket ahead of South Africa's high-stakes series against Australia.

Qoboqobo United storm into Border rugby premier League

Just one year since being established, Qoboqobo United are making headlines in Border club rugby circles (https://dispatch.co.za)and are moving up the ranks from the lower divisions. At the weekend, they were crowned first division champions at the district playoffs involving the union's regions at the Komga Sports Ground after beating Progress from Chris Hani.

Batyi pins hopes on bout against bosom buddy for a win

Former SA featherweight champion Zolisa Batyi prepares to clash with unbeaten friend Likho Sigaba for the WBA Gold title at Guild Theatre as he seeks a return to winning form.