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Body count: Within two months, four bodies of deceased women had been found in Kempton Park yet the police informed the public only after Elizabeth "Tsontso" Moselakgomo's disappearance on Sunday, 13 September. Since then, a total of nine women's bodies have been discovered. Photo: Supplied

What has happened to my once-safe hometown?

Following the tragic murder of Elizabeth 'Tsontso' Moselakgomo and the discovery of nine bodies across Ekurhuleni, a Kempton Park resident reflects on the terrifying reality of…

Homegrown: FNB Stadium might be massive but the energy Scorpion Kings are bringing comes from the intimate spaces where Amapiano was
born. Photos: Supplied

Amapiano Royalty: Scorpion Kings return for their largest show yet at FNB Stadium

Amapiano pioneers Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa reflect on scaling their sound, cultural ownership, and their massive 70,000-capacity Scorpion Kings Live show at FNB Stadium.

The tribe: Seriously Single Too’s stars, from left, Fulu Modibedi, Buntu Petse, Tumi Morake and Keke Mphuthi. Photos: Netflix

How South African comedy found its audience

As Netflix marks a decade in South Africa, Burnt Onion Productions has transformed local comedy into a global powerhouse by keeping storytelling authentic, culturally specific,…

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Quiet luxury with purpose: How a former principal built Avela Lodge & Spa

Former school principal Lindiwe Ginya has built Avela Lodge & Spa in the Magaliesberg, transforming a vision for educational retreats into a thriving sanctuary of purpose-driven…

TEEKS on modern masculinity, Māori heritage and his first South African Tour

Acclaimed Māori soul singer TEEKS opens up ahead of his debut South African tour, discussing ancestral roots, decolonising modern masculinity, and the healing power of live music.

Star-studded field and R50m upgrade set stage for 2026 Nedbank Golf Challenge

The Nedbank Golf Challenge returns to Sun City with a star-studded field, a $6 million purse, and a massive R50 million upgrade to the historic Gary Player Country Club.

Visionary: Buhle Phiwe Hlatshwayo believes that a lot of women, especially young women, are disenfranchised.

Building bigger tables for Africa's future

Buhle Phiwe Hlatshwayo's career is a testament to relentless reinvention, from political journalist to diplomat and now president of the Chevening Alumni Association of South…

Kagiso Rabada: A Purple Cap win, a masterclass in resilience and the weight of the Proteas Badge

South African speedster Kagiso Rabada discusses his prestigious Purple Cap win at the 2026 Indian Premier League, balancing individual success with team heartbreak, and the…

From left to right: Sthandiwe Kgoroge, S'dumo Mtshali, and Gugu Gumede

Inside ‘The Polygamist’: The cast unpack betrayal, desire and emotional survival

The cast of Sue Nyathi's viral Netflix adaptation, 'The Polygamist', delve into the series' intense themes of betrayal, desire, and emotional survival, reflecting on how the show…

Team USA defeated South Africa 13-8 in a thrilling tie-breaker at the 2026 Nedbank International Polo

High-goal drama and vibrant fashion collide at the 2026 Nedbank International Polo

Team USA defeated South Africa 13-8 in a thrilling tie-breaker at the 2026 Nedbank International Polo, a spectacular Sandton event blending world-class sport with bold, colourful…

Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse performs on the Kippies stage during the Cape Town International Jazz Festival. Photo: Armand Hough

Forty years of fire: Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse ignites Cape Town Jazz Fest

Witnessing his fans dancing to ‘Burn Out’ proved to Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse his enduring power. The legend talks about his energy-filled performance at the Cape Town International…

Powerful presence: Fatoumata Diawara performing at the CTIJF 2026. Photo: Armand Hough

Fatoumata Diawara channels ancestry and activism in Cape Town

Blending Malian heritage with high-energy pop, Fatoumata Diawara used the CTIJF stage to honour her roots and confront FGM, proving that heritage and modern activism are…

British multi-instrumentalist and seven-time Grammy winner Jacob Collier performs on the Kippies stage at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival in Cape Town. Picture / Henk Kruger / Independent Media

Reinventing the Cape Town International Jazz Festival without losing the jazz

Co-director Georgia Jones says the festival’s future depends on championing African artists, drawing younger audiences and making space for genres like amapiano without losing…

SA golf fans make LIV Golf debut at Steyn City unforgettable

After a record-breaking debut drawing 100 000 fans, Bryson DeChambeau’s emotional victory at Steyn City cemented LIV Golf South Africa’s legacy. Officials have confirmed the…

Senegal’s 2025 Afcon title has been revoked and awarded to Morocco following a landmark ruling on Tuesday. The Senegalese Football Federation is set to challenge the move at the Court of Arbitration for Sport

CAF strips Senegal of 2025 Afcon title and Morocco declared official champions

Senegal’s 2025 Afcon title has been revoked and awarded to Morocco following a landmark ruling on Tuesday. The Senegalese Football Federation is set to challenge the move at the…