South Africa

Purported recording of PI played in bail hearing of Siam Lee murder accused

The Durban Magistrate's Court has listened to an audio recording, which the defence alleges contains evidence that the accused Philani Ntuli was tortured.

Africa

PICS: Bushmeat loses its appeal as DRC city fights Ebola

In the city of Mbandaka, "bushmeat" is a cheap, time-honoured form of food - monkeys, bats, antelopes, crocodiles and other species caught in the wild.

World

Russia calls for international aid to rebuild Syria

Senior Russian military officials has called for the United Nations and other international organisations to help rebuild Syrian territory recaptured by government forces, in order to consolidate the "successes" of the military campaign.

Sport24

What caused Willemse walkout? It doesn't even matter anymore ...

What happened in the SuperSport studios on Saturday was shocking, but it has sparked a far more important conversation in South Africa, writes Lloyd Burnard.

Business

Tax probe will go long way towards redeeming SARS - legal expert

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s proclamation of the inquiry into SARS is a positive development and will go a long way to redeem the revenue service’s reputation, says legal expert Lawson Naidoo .

H&M sells Christmas T-shirts in South Africa – in April

H&M responded by saying it sells ‘holiday’ campaign items, but at the right season.

Entertainment

Pop singer Camila Cabello cancels performance due to dehydration

Camila Cabello is getting some rest after she was diagnosed with dehydration and a low-grade fever.

Supra calls on ANC to take protesters to task as he steps down

Those who orchestrated protest action in the North West under the guise of a “people’s demand” for Supra Mahumapelo to resign as premier must be taken to task by the ANC.

Ferial Haffajee: With North West boss Supra gone, is that the end of the premier league?

Mahumapelo quit in what he called an “early retirement” – he is 49 years old and is known as the "Black Jesus" of the North West.

Tech

The price of Elon Musk's Tesla Model 3 just more than doubled

Elon Musk’s Model 3, once touted as Tesla’s $35 000 car for the masses, can now set a buyer back almost $80 000.

Green

WATCH: Get wild with Mabula Game Lodge

Joburgers can be sure to take a trip to the wild side of Limpopo, by escaping to the Mabula Game Lodge.

MyNews24

Racist or incompetent: who will be fired?

There is no excuse for racism or incompetence. Racism fuels hatred against each other and incompetence fuels beliefs of racial superiority to those who believe it, a never ending vicious cycle.

health24

‘I conquered my fear of heights by climbing to the top of a 15-metre high wall’

Sometimes tackling your fears head-on is the only way to overcome them.

Wheels24

WATCH: Bear gets trapped in car, absolutely shreds the interior

Police is Connecticut released a huge bear that was trapped inside a car. Unfortunately for the owner of the vehicle, the bear tore the interior to shreds in a bid to escape.

W24

Madonna's 21-year-old daughter Lourdes is now a model - and we're buying what she's selling

Plus see what our local 'It' girls are wearing on their feet.

Travel

Halaal Tourism 101: Learning the ways of the Muslim traveller

South Africa is rich in diversity when it comes to culture, race, gender, sexuality and religion, allowing it to rank as a popular Muslim-friendly travel destination for 2018.

Parent24

How the #MeToo movement will impact parenting in 2018

It's now more important than ever to create a safe space at home where kids feel comfortable enough to ask and share the more difficult topics. Teaching them about boundaries, empathy and communication will go a long way towards their sex education.

Food24

MAP: Sizzling Cape Town Winter restaurant specials for 2018

Good food, warm surroundings, discounted prices, these are a few of our favourite restaurant winter menu specials.

Careers24

8 things you should never say before you’re hired

These comments could come back to bite you if you say them before your job offer is signed.

Property24

How to install a cast iron fireplace in 8 steps

If you're handy and follow these instructions, you can install your own cast iron fireplace. Here's how to have years of warm winters and cosy evenings...

Gaming

New PlayStation 4 Hits Bundle announced and local pricing revealed

The new PS4 Hits Bundle is coming our way very soon