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Calls for IDAC boss’ suspension mount after a week of admissions

Public Interest South Africa has asked the Legal Practice Council to investigate IDAC head Andrea Johnson and have her suspended, after a string of admissions at the Madlanga Commission.

Soweto cook builds big dream from R25 hotdogs

Young cook Sbongiseni Mashiane sells R25 hotdogs outside a Soweto school while building his own fast-food brand and supporting his family.

Snack sales keep Kevin’s household alive

Daveyton snack seller Kevin Sibiya made about R1,500 last month while supporting his family through street sales and irregular fibre work.

Mfuleni mother’s long wait for prosthetic feet

A Cape Town mother has waited more than three years for prosthetic feet after missing one appointment.

Your taxi trips could cost R127 more monthly

Workers could pay up to R127 more each month after minibus taxi fares rose by an average of 11.5% in June.

How artificial intelligence is making South Africa’s mines safer

New technology can warn miners of rockfalls and other dangers before they turn deadly, as South African mines turn to artificial intelligence.

Woman apologises to actor over false assault claims

Thandeka “Shanice” Mhlanga has apologised to actor Sipho Ndlovu, saying her 2024 domestic violence claims against him were false.

Your geyser could soon help power South Africa

Thousands of South African homes could one day earn money by letting their solar panels, batteries and even geysers help balance the national electricity grid.

Olandria and Nic call time on Love Island love

Love Island USA favourites Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe have split after distance and busy work schedules made their relationship difficult.

Motsepe chooses Africa over Fifa top job

Patrice Motsepe will leave CAF in 2029 and has ruled out running for Fifa president, choosing to support Gianni Infantino instead.

Three degrees later, she found her dough in the kitchen

Nkateko Mtsenga has a retail management degree and a postgraduate qualification in education, but no permanent job, so she now bakes for an income instead.

Prices are rising faster than expected as June inflation hits 5%

South Africa's cost of living rose faster than expected in June, with prices up 5% in a year, driven by a rise in fuel costs.

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