HYROX fever sweeps Bangkok as fitness craze takes Asia by storm

HYROX is gaining momentum across Asia, drawing everyone from elite athletes to first-time competitors into a fast-growing fitness phenomenon. In Bangkok, packed training sessions are preparing participants for a race combining running and functional workouts.

Ebola outbreak takes heavy toll on Bunia's economy and public health

Health officials say misinformation and delayed treatment continue to fuel the outbreak.

Mncube denies being in possession firearm that killed Senzo Meyiwa

Mncube also denied knowing the firearm that was analysed by ballistic expert Colonel Chris Mangena.

South Africa celebrates World Elephant Day

South Africa is marking World Elephant Day by highlighting the importance of protecting the country's elephant populations.

Uber driver smashes into parked cars outside popular Cape Town hotel

An Uber driver escaped injury after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into two parked cars outside the Taj Cape Town hotel.

Live score: Kaizer Chiefs vs Sekhukhune United

Kaizer Chiefs host Sekhukhune United at the FNB Stadium in the Betway Premiership. Follow the live updates here.

Thursday's weather: Strong winds, fire danger and icy roads

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 13 August 2026.

The R100 grocery list that makes supper for a whole week

If you only have R100, you can buy this three-ingredient grocery list that makes 21 servings, enough for a week of supper.

Late ANC Gauteng leader Mzi Khumalo descibed as loyal member

Late senior Gauteng ANC leader Mzikayifane "Mzi" has been described as a loyal member.

Manamela has heated exchange with MPs over NSFAS advisors

Manamela struggled to provide a direct answer, telling MPs the department would provide the info

Ramaphosa says new ETA will boost investment, tourism and border security

New tobacco Bill under fire as MPs debate vaping, pouches and illicit cigarettes

This week's snowfall was epic, but doesn't match 'Snowtember'

This week's Eastern Cape snow warning made headlines, but it's nowhere near South Africa's most severe snow event on record.

Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-term partner Georgina Rodriguez

The couple tied the knot exactly one year after Rodriguez, a 32-year-old influencer, announced their engagement on Instagram.

Autumn Harvest and no smoke? DJ Sbu responds after Ntsiki Mazwai calls him out

The ongoing celebrity dispute continues as DJ Sbu responds to Ntsiki Mazwai.

Durban businessman charged with trafficking after women lured and imprisoned for sexual exploitation

Four young women from Eldorado Park rescued after being lured with fake job in February 2022

Messi says not certain to play 'much longer' after father's death

Jorge Messi's unusual absence from the World Cup in June had already attracted attention.

The payment ring winning over South Africa's banks

Smart ring start-up Vezopay has doubled its banking partners, and expects to have signed up five banks by year-end.

Death toll in Zimbabwe ferry disaster rises to 44: police

At least 44 people lost their lives when a ferry sank on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba on Tuesday, the Zimbabwe Republic Police said, releasing an updated toll.

Meta faces major US trial over alleged youth social media addiction

Meta faces a high-stakes trial in California over allegations that Facebook and Instagram were deliberately designed to keep minors hooked. A coalition of U.S. states is seeking sweeping changes to the platforms and potentially up to $1.4 trillion in penalties.