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November 15, 2025

Boks, Bafana to keep winning wave rolling

THE Springboks and Bafana Bafana will again fly the national flag high today as they step into two crucial clashes that could extend South Africa's rich run of sporting success.

1 mins

'No more mugs!' Teacher's Christmas gift rant divides parents

A TEACHER'S post asking parents to stop buying mugs, glasses and “oh so heavenly sets” as gifts has caused an uproar in a popular parenting Facebook group, proving that one person’s overflowing cupboard is another's crime scene.

2 mins

WHERE ARE THE MISSING CHILDREN?

Police have no accurate stats, many cases go unreported

5 mins

Fighting corruption without losing our freedoms

I CONFESS that I have not been following the drama of the live-streamed hearings on TV about the claims made by Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi.

2 mins

Social media reacts to Grace Mondlana’s year end party

MIXED VIEWS

1 mins

Bonang to host opening night of #B20SouthAfrica

SOUTH African media powerhouse Bonang Matheba (pictured) is stepping onto one of the biggest global stages of her career as she prepares to host the prestigious B20 Summit.

1 mins

Sarah Langa’s romance sparks gold-digger accusations

SOUTH African influencer and style icon Sarah Langa is at the centre of a heated social media debate for her relationship with Springboks fly-half, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu.

1 mins

Love Expo rebrands to embrace a broader celebration of love and connection

WHAT'S IN A NAME?

2 mins

Season 11 unveiled: a celebration of creative collaboration

JOHANNESBURG’S The Centre for the Less Good Idea is set to host Season 11, a five-day festival of visual art, dance, theatre, site-specific installations, popup performances and talks from November 26-30.

2 mins

Two dead, seven injured in Wentworth shooting spree

THE ongoing alleged gang and drug-related shootings in Wentworth, Durban, and surrounding communities have instilled fear among residents, who worry about becoming the next victim.

1 mins

Lesufi survives DA's vote of no-confidence

GAUTENG Premier Panyaza Lesufi yesterday survived his first vote of no confidence in the provincial legislature, which was tabled by Democratic Alliance (DA) in a bid to remove him over the Gauteng crime wardens, widely known as “Amapanyaza.”

2 mins

Godongwana defends new inflation target

FINANCE Minister Enoch Godongwana yesterday hit back at critics of the 2025 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) and the proposed 3% inflation target.

1 mins

NSFAS under fire

MINISTER of Finance Enoch Godongwana has strongly criticised the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), saying that if it were up to him, he would even close the institution tomorrow with his \"eyes closed.”

1 mins

Palestinian travellers welcomed into South Africa

A GROUP of 153 Palestinian travellers who arrived in South Africa on Thursday morning have now been received, following an initial delay at OR Tambo International Airport due to immigration concerns.

1 mins

‘Dump the body in a dam' - Witness D says EMPD’s Mkhwanazi ordered cover-up

WITNESS D, a man with the bakkie, alleged that suspended EMPD acting chief Brig. Julius Mkhwanazi ordered him to dump the body of a suspect killed by EMPD officers in a bid to cover up a murder.

2 mins

Conference advocates for yuan in China-Africa trade

THE Global South Media and Think Tank Forum’s China-Africa partnership conference yesterday heard calls for trade between the continent and the Asian country to be conducted using its currency, the yuan.

2 mins

Flight delay chaos exposes gaps in support for deaf travellers

“WE DID not know what was going on at any time. It was awful... I felt powerless and vulnerable,” said Glentin Huisamen, Eastern Cape Deaf Rugby vice president, recalling the chaotic experience that left him and two fellow players stranded during a FlySafair flight delay from Johannesburg.

2 mins

Africa, China’s partnership at Global South media forum

THERE have been growing calls for intensified cooperation between Africa and China, as well as reform of international organisations, at this week’s two-day Global South Media and Think Tank Forum’s China-Africa partnership conference in Johannesburg.

3 mins

Outrage in Diepsloot as delays stall justice for assault victim

RESIDENTS of the Lion Park informal settlement in Diepsloot have expressed outrage over continued delays in the case of a three-year-old girl who was brutally stabbed and sexually assaulted a few months ago.

2 mins

8 849 bras displayed at Constitution Hill for GBV

THE Impilo Collection Foundation has launched the EmpowerHer: 8 849 Bras for Humanity National Exhibition at Constitution Hill.

2 mins

AMAZI and Women For Change collaborate to combat GBV

EMPOWERED beauty platform, AMAZI has partnered with the advocacy organisation Women For Change to launch the Safety is Power campaign aimed at addressing Gender Based Violence (GBV).

2 mins

Joburg women to unite for national GBV shutdown

WOMEN in Johannesburg are joining a nationwide shutdown on November 21, demanding urgent action on gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).

2 mins

Clipper Race heroes return to Cape Town

CAPE TOWN has welcomed home a fleet of intrepid sailors, marking the triumphant arrival of the Clipper Race at the V&A Waterfront. After battling the treacherous South Atlantic, the teams have docked, giving locals a glimpse into the thrilling, yet brutal, reality of life at sea.

1 mins

A tolerant and unified society

AS WE observe International Day for Tolerance tomorrow, it is timely to reflect on the requirements for promoting tolerance and mutual understanding, respect and cooperation, among the races, nations, and religions of the world.

2 mins

How Conza’s Biscuits became a proudly SA brand

SINCE 2004, Conza’s Biscuits, a proudly South African, all women-owned business, has been delighting communities with its handcrafted vanilla biscuits.

1 mins

NatGeo celebrates Africa's conservation storytellers

SOUTH African filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer Noel Kok, co-founder of the Nature, Environment and Wildlife Filmmakers (NEWF) network, hosted the first-ever National Geographic International Explorers Festival held on African soil.

1 mins

Dr Kani honoured with WWF Living Planet Award

DR John Kani received the Living Planet Award in the individual category for his work as the longest-serving trustee of the WWF Nedbank Green Trust, and for his donation of time and famous voice (whom many will remember as the voice of Rafiki in the remake of the Lion King) in support of WWF's work.

3 mins

A call to honour Luthuli’s legacy

THIS year’s seventh Unisa Chief Albert Luthuli Founders Lecture challenged attendees to reflect on the theme, “Reclaiming African Languages: Identity, Knowledge and Educational Transformation”.

2 mins

Political theatre as Trump tipped to win Fifa Peace Prize

“WHO will get your vote?” asked the email from Fifa. Soccer’s governing body wanted me to help select the world’s outstanding male and female outfield players and goalkeepers for the Best Fifa Football Awards.

4 mins

Mamdani win exposes New York Democrats' turmoil

THE excitement that greeted Zohran Mamdani this weekend at an annual gathering of New York lawmakers and power brokers in San Juan, Puerto Rico was effusive.

3 mins

Fossil fuel lobby out in force at climate talks

LOBBYISTS tied to the fossil fuel industry have turned up in strength at the UN climate talks in the Brazilian Amazon, an NGO coalition said yesterday, warning that their presence undermined the process.

1 mins

Libyan forces supply fuel to Sudan’s RSF for UAE

FORCES loyal to Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar have been providing smuggled fuel to Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on behalf of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a report by US-based watchdog The Sentry said on Thursday.

2 mins

India vows to bring justice to Delhi blast culprits

INDIA has vowed to bring to justice the “perpetrators, their collaborators, and their sponsors” behind the deadliest explosion in the nation’s capital for more than a decade.

2 mins

US pushes UN to adopt peace plan

THE US on Thursday called on the UN Security Council to unite and back its draft resolution aimed at bolstering US President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, warning that Palestinians could otherwise suffer “grave” consequences.

4 mins

REAL-LIFE TREASURE Homeowner digs pool, finds R16,2 million in gold bars

A FRENCHMAN earlier this year discovered a gold treasure worth $800 000 (R16.8 million) while digging a swimming pool in his garden, local officials have said.

1 mins

MEET ‘LUCIFER’ Scientists discover a bee with devil horns

A SCIENTIST was observing a critically endangered wildflower in Australia when she first spotted the bee, sprouting something that closer inspection revealed to be a pair of “demon-like horns.”

3 mins

Pioneering technique allows direct dating

DINOSAUR EGGSHELLS

2 mins

She saved a baby goat, now they travel the US, share a bed

ADVENTURE ON THE HOOF

5 mins

7 Questions that get children to talk about their day

EVERY afternoon, I pick up my daughters from school and, like clockwork, ask: “So, how was school today?” And the predictable one-word answer — “Good.”

2 mins

One pen, one pupil, one chance: Fighting dropouts in SA schools

FOR millions of South African children, crowded classrooms and limited resources continue to hold back a generation of learners. Despite efforts from educators and communities, access to quality learning remains unequal, especially in under-resourced schools.

2 mins

The young voice of change

TRISTON Fortune, a Grade 10 learner at Bergvliet High School, is already making an impact beyond his years.

2 mins

These 5 SA private schools rank among the world’s best

IN A bright moment for education in South Africa, five private schools have secured places in the coveted Spear’s Magazine 2025 Schools Index - a benchmark list of the top 100 private schools globally.

1 mins

Rural learners to benefit from landmark partnership

SOUTH African National Parks (SAN-Parks) and education nonprofit the Good Work Foundation (GWF) have signed a landmark agreement that will increase access to conservation education and skills training for young schoolchildren and jobseekers living near national parks.

2 mins

Talent fluidity and the rise of agile recruitment

THE way people are envisaging and planning their careers has changed.

3 mins

Keeping workplace stress and burnout at bay

IN the pursuit of excellence at work, it can often feel like you’re walking a tightrope between success and burnout.

3 mins

Timed breaks boost productivity

IT is now accepted wisdom that taking regular breaks during the workday boosts productivity. How long those breaks should be, however, depends on which productivity method you subscribe to.

2 mins

3% inflation target despite short-term growth challenges

FINANCE Minister Enoch Godongwana's decision to lower South Africa's inflation target to 3% — ending a 25-year framework of targeting a 3% to 6% range — has bolstered the rand and will bring relief to millions of South Africans.

3 mins

SABA WARNS OF RISING ILLEGAL ONLINE GAMBLING DURING RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING MONTH

As South Africa observes Responsible Gambling Month this November, the South African Bookmakers’ Association (SABA) has raised the alarm over the unchecked rise of illegal online gambling, which now accounts for an estimated 62% of all online gambling activity in the country.

1 mins

How you can retire early

THIS column is not for everyone. The majority of South Africans exist hand to mouth, with far too many households living below the breadline.

3 mins

Mid-term Budget Speech signals fiscal turnaround, experts respond

SOUTH Africa’s latest Midterm Budget Speech tabled on Wednesday has drawn a cautiously optimistic response from key voices in finance, youth development, and energy.

2 mins

FSCA issues multiple warnings over fraudulent investment schemes

THE Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has issued a series of public alerts warning SAs about fraudulent individuals and entities impersonating legitimate financial service providers to solicit funds through social media and messaging platforms.

2 mins

Stop financial abuse before it starts: protect your freedom

FINANCIAL abuse is one of the least visible forms of domestic violence - yet one of the most damaging. According to the Human Sciences Research Council's (HSRC) National Gender-Based Violence Study conducted in 2024, one in eight women over the age of 18 has experienced financial abuse, defined as the unreasonable deprivation of financial resources to which a person is legally or rightfully entitled.

2 mins

Minnie Dlamini has a 'Wicked' moment in London

TV PRESENTER Minnie Dlamini recently enjoyed a magical reunion with Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo in London.

1 mins

Luxury listings take a backseat: 'Selling Sunset' season 9 is all drama, no deals

WHERE do we even start with the ninth season of Selling Sunset?

2 mins

Thabang Molaba on his game-changing Hollywood debut

EARLIER in the week, I got to chat with Thabang Molaba. Of course, fans know him better as KB in the hit Netflix teen series Blood & Water.

3 mins

Unconventional meet-cutes that will change your view on modern love

FORGET the Hollywood trope of locking eyes across a crowded room; today’s love stories are being written in DMs, Zoom calls, and, occasionally, Walgreens parking lots.

3 mins

Five cool things to do in fascinating, affordable Tokyo

FEW cities in the world are more exciting to visit than Tokyo. Japan’s capital city is vast, vibrant, energetic and a shopper's paradise. It’s a sensory overload of skyscrapers, bright lights and traffic, with myriad train lines weaving their way over the metropolis.

4 mins

Your guide to travelling with toddlers

THE festive season is near, which means parents everywhere are preparing for the whirlwind of activities that come with it.

2 mins

Transform your summer with unforgettable camping adventures

AS SUMMER arrives, it brings with it a wealth of opportunities to embrace the great outdoors, and one of the most enjoyable ways to do so is through camping.

3 mins

EcoBoost petrol engine replaces bi-turbo diesel in Ranger bakkie and Everest

FORD South Africa are phasing out their 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine in the Ranger and Everest as they “optimise” their powertrains for the future.

1 mins

Incredible Lego Mercedes F1 car lands in SA

YOU may have seen the social media posts around the life-sized Lego Mercedes-Benz Formula 1 car doing the rounds, and not to be outdone, Lego South Africa has pulled off its most ambitious project to date.

1 mins

This new bulletproof armour package will change everything

WITH vehicle hijackings and violent crimes increasingly targeting high-end SUVs in South Africa, SVI Engineering have expanded their range of discreet protection solutions by introducing the SVI Lite bullet-resistant B2 armouring package for the Porsche Cayenne Coupe.

1 mins

Two powertrains, two personalities with hybrid options

OMODA is quickly becoming a familiar name on South African roads, and after spending a week with the brand's latest arrival, the all-new midsize C7, it's clear the company is serious about stepping up its game.

3 mins

France qualify for World Cup as Portugal forced to wait after Ronaldo sees red

FRANCE reached the 2026 World Cup with a 4-0 win over Ukraine on Thursday as the country marked the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks, while Portugal were made to wait after losing 2-0 in Dublin as Cristiano Ronaldo saw red.

2 mins

Championship on ice: Why Norris must fight to final checkered flag

LANDO Norris’ charge toward a maiden Formula One world championship has been one of the defining stories of the 2025 season, but as the final stretch approaches, one thing has become increasingly clear: there will be no early coronation.

2 mins

From poverty to purpose: The redemption of Emmanuel Adebayor

FORMER Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor's life story is one of literal miracles and staggering perseverance, beginning in a setting of abject poverty that few can truly comprehend.

5 mins

Roos embraces pressure as Women’s Sevens seek redemption

THE weekend’s Rugby Africa Women's Sevens Cup at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi is shaping up as a season-defining tournament for the Springbok Women’s Sevens team, and skipper Nadine Roos is ready to face the challenge head-on, embracing the pressure of the occasion.

2 mins

Five battles the Boks must win to tame Italy

THE Springboks must step up in key areas of the game if they want to outplay Italy in the third meeting this season between the two sides in Turin today.

2 mins

Mzansi Rugby League claims demand booming ahead of 2027 debut

NEWCOMER the Mansi Rugby League is exceeding expectations ahead of its planned launch in 2027, according to league co-founder and chief commercial officer Calvin Smith.

2 mins

Blitzboks set sights on revival as new SVNS season kicks off in Dubai

SPRINGBOK Sevens flyer Shilton van Wyk feels that regaining their crown as the kings of Dubai could once again act as a touchstone for South African Sevens success.

2 mins

Erasmus challenges fresh-faced Springboks to turn up in Turin

RASSIE Erasmus has thrown his young Springbok hopefuls into the deep end, challenging them to swim against Italy in Turin today after veering away from his usual selection blueprint.

2 mins

Chaine's form, Buthelezi's role and Ndaba's growth: Ouaddou breaks it down

ORLANDO Pirates head coach Abdelam Ouaddou has explained why Melusi Buthelezi has featured so little this season, while also praising the rapid rise of young left-back Nkosikhona Ndaba in his debut campaign.

2 mins

Three Bafana Bafana players to watch against Zambia

AFCON BUILD UP

3 mins

Mokwena advises Lorch amid Bafana inclusion debate

MC ALGER head coach Rulani Mokwena has added his voice to the debate surrounding Thembinkosi Lorch’s continued absence from the Bafana Bafana squad, saying the Wydad Casablanca attacker must stay patient and let his performances speak for him.

2 mins

Sundowns ladies prove why they are the 'Queens' of South African football

MAMELODI Sundowns’ Ladies team are exactly the outfit they believe themselves to be, and that’s why they deserve to be given their flowers while they can still smell them.

3 mins

Kolisi excited to see Hooker, Moodie centre pairing against Italy

SPRINGBOK captain Siya Kolisi can’t wait to see the youthful centre pairing of Ethan Hooker and Canan Moodie in action against Italy today in Turin.

3 mins

Stakeholders await response to ‘dictator’ claims

PSL stakeholders continue to await the league’s and chairman Irvin Khoza’s response to the explosive allegations levelled by Black Leopards FC owner David Thidiela.

2 mins

Stick confident that ‘Eskom’ van Staden will put Italian lights out

SPRINGBOK assistant coach Mzwandile Stick has no qualms about robust flank Marco van Staden covering hooker against Italy in Turin today.

2 mins

Prince defends and encourages Proteas batters

SA TOUR OF INDIA

2 mins

Williams promises fireworks in his Bafana homecoming

Bafana will host Zambia in an AFCON preparation match at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium this afternoon (3pm, kick-off). Here are some of the key duels to look out for.

2 mins

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Saturday Star Description:

Éditeur: Independent-Media-Newspapers

Catégorie: Newspaper

Langue: English

Fréquence: Weekly

The Saturday Star is an indispensable weekend read. It includes hard news from across the country, the best weekend sports coverage, great features, travel, and entertainment news. The paper is a perfect read for a time-pressed, spoilt-for-choice weekend reader. The Saturday Star remains the best-selling Saturday paper in the country. The ﬁrst section comprises local news, international news, local and international celebrity gossip. The second section starts with Canvas Life. Opinion and analysis, business, property, media and marketing and letters make up the balance of the second section, with great sport coverage on the back pages. For those concerned about money the best advice for your ﬁnancial future can be found in Personal Finance. There are also a number of supplements in the Saturday Star: Travel, 48 Hours, Property Guide and School Sport.