Lucas elected N Cape premier

Northern Cape acting premier Sylvia Lucas was officially elected and sworn in as the new premier.

MEC calls for help in rhino fight

Some of South Africa's neighbouring countries should assist in curbing ongoing rhino poaching, a Mpumalanga official said.

Lucas elected N Cape premier

Northern Cape acting premier Sylvia Lucas was officially elected and sworn in as the new premier.

UN chief in Goma after deadly clashes

Ban Ki-moon arrived in the DR Congo flashpoint city of Goma after three days of fighting between rebels and government forces.

Gallery: Jewish ultra-orthodox weddin ...

There was standing room only in Jerusalem as the heir to one of the most important Jewish ultra-orthodox families was married.

The bare cheek of it all!

A shoplifter found herself battling the effects of gravity during a chase through the streets of Auckland.

Splint made by 3D printer saves baby' ...

The operation, carried out in the US, follows the development of a controversial 3D-printed gun openly available online. [contains video]

KZN eyes ‘Sharksafe’ experiment in Ca ...

A prototype barrier structure has been in the water for eight months and has been able to resist waves of up to 7m.

Plenty of fake fish in the sea

The founder of one of the world’s biggest dating websites is taking radical action to root out sleazy profiles.

Can bubbly improve your memory?

Scientists are convinced a regular tipple of champagne can help prevent brain disorders.

Has the silliness left the room?

Lorraine Candy thinks she may now be grown-up - but then how did she get that skateboarding bruise?

Chocoholic’s delight - recipes

Enjoy a bit of decadence with these chocolate recipes from Angela Day.

Record entry for Fashion Challenge

This year’s Vodacom Durban July fashion theme – Posh! Oh My Gosh! – has captured the imagination of designers.

Glencore to appoint new aluminium bos ...

Trader Andrew Caplan is set to become the new head of Glencore Xstrata's aluminium division.

Glencore to appoint new aluminium bos ...

Trader Andrew Caplan is set to become the new head of Glencore Xstrata's aluminium division.

JSE's Top-40 index books biggest drop ...

South African stocks fell sharply, logging their biggest drop in nearly two years, as miners slid.

When Adcorp’s folly reaches presidenc ...

Adcorp’s employment index has reached the office of the Presidency. Speaking at the Wits Business School, Deputy President Kgalema Motla ...

Glencore to appoint new aluminium bos ...

Trader Andrew Caplan is set to become the new head of Glencore Xstrata's aluminium division.

Exclusive: Anthony from ‘Jerseyliciou ...

Anthony Lombardi tells how he has kept his sanity with the popular reality series now in its fifth season.

RiRi not budging in Topshop battle

Rihanna is allegedly demanding $5m from Topshop for using a "low-quality image" of her.

Paris joins rapper’s record label

Paris Hilton has signed to Lil Wayne’s label and will release a house music album this year.

Jolie to play her mom in biopic

Angelina Jolie will reportedly play her mother, who died of ovarian cancer, in a biopic.

Braving China in Bentley's new saloon

Jamie Merrill drives the new Flying Spur in Bentleys biggest market.

Astra OPC brings out inner hooligan

It's a prime contender in the hot hatch class but there are some annoying issues.

Vettel-Webber duel heads to Monaco

One of the ultimate tests of driving talent, it's the race every driver wants to win.

New Landy Disco 4 ready for adventure

Land Rover has introduced a new entry-level Disco aimed straight at the adventure market.

RIP Falcon as Ford axes Aus factories

It's the end of Aussie brute era as Ford kills off its Australian manufacturing base.

Visas for Brits 'short-sighted', says ...

Complex logistics with visa applications will probably deter British visitors, says professor.

Wet and wild at Sanbona

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve has announced the 2013 ‘Sanbona Forever Wild Weekend’.

Video: Hotels focus on travelling wom ...

Recent attacks on women travellers spark greater awareness and demand for women-friendly hotels.

Air travel ‘no risk to pregnant women ...

Healthy mothers-to-be having pregnancies without complications should be able to fly until the 37th week, the latest advice reveals.

Uefa implement ban for racist abuse

The Uefa executive committee have ratified a 10-match minimum ban for racist abuse by players or officials.

When do the Boks get a break?

Guys like Patrick Lambie and Morne Steyn have started every game for their franchise this season without a break.

Umpire removed from elite panel

The International Cricket Council announced that it had withdrawn Pakistani Asad Rauf from their elite panel of umpires.

Nadal has chance to make history

Rafael Nadal could become the first person to win the same Grand Slam eight times if he triumphs at Roland Garros this year.

Ilonen grabs early lead at Wentworth

Finland's Miko Ilonen was the early pacemaker as the European PGA Championship started at Wentworth.

Hartley targets world champs

South African Olympic canoeing medallist Bridgitte Hartley has set her sights on a World Championships medal.