TimesLIVE provides an update on the rescue operation of illegal miners at the Stilfontein mine in the North West. We hear the gruelling conditions faced by rescue personnel involved in the operations which started on Monday. Members of the South African Police Service also provide an update on the the arrest of alleged ringleaders and the continuat…

Life Healthcare R14bn sale of Life Molecular Imaging is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Peter Wharton-Hood, CEO of Life Healthcare Group. Topics of discussion include: Peter Wharton-Hood outlines the rationale for the transaction; relationship with Lantheus; capital allocation; and investment in …

The Eastern Cape achieved a record 84.89% matric pass rate in 2024 and among those who contributed to this increase are two Nelson Mandela Bay pupils who were also the top achievers in the province. Diya Gajjar and Chris Joubert, both from Pearson High School in Gqeberha, finished first and second in the province, respectively. Pearson was also amo…

Two suspects accused of the murders of Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane have been denied bail for the second time the Durban magistrate's court on Wednesday. The applicants again applied for bail on the basis of “new facts”. However, looking at the evidence in totality, magistrate Vincent Hlatshwayo, found there were no new facts in…

Rise Mzansi leader and SCOPA chairperson in parliament, Songezo Zibi tells Peter Bruce in this first edition of the Podcasts from the Edge of 2025 that with the turn of Donald Trump to the White House and the removal of constraints from social media platforms like X (Twitter) and, now Facebook, he fears for where South Africans might go to look for…

The matric class of 2024 who sat for the National Senior Certificate achieved a pass rate of 87.3%, up from 82.9% the year before.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Four decades after starting in Silicon Valley, Cisco’s strategy in Africa is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Francine Katsoudas, executive vice-president and chief people, policy and purpose officer at Cisco. Through the discussion, Katsoudas outlines the group’s ongoing investment in Africa; 40 …

The Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training, Umalusi, has approved the release of the November 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exam results. Umalusi held a media briefing on Monday ahead of the results' release on Wednesday.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

The Johannesburg magistrates court has ordered that the five accused arrested at the property of former president Nelson Mandela on Wednesday not be named before an identity parade is conducted. While five suspects were initially arrested, only four appeared on Friday. The grandson of the former statesmen did not appear but remains a suspect.…

ANC Youth League leader Collen Malatji has suggested the reinstatement of the death penalty for those convicted of raping children.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Kwaito pioneer Doc Shebeleza, whose real name was Victor Bogopane, has passed away at the age of 51, his family confirmed in a statement following a prolonged illness. In June 2024, the legendary artist was reported to be hospitalised after a health scare.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa is advocating for the processing of South Africa’s mineral resources in the country and the export of finished products rather than raw materials.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) is investigating the brutal battering of at least 20 seagull chicks by a handful of young holidaymakers camping near the Gamtoos River mouth. Speaking on Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, NSPCA spokesperson Jacques Peacock described the incident as tragic and said they hoped to get to the b…

This is a heartfelt tribute to the life of Winnie Khumalo, who passed away on January 7 after a brief illness. In 2009, she rose to prominence with her hit album I Just Wanna Live My Life, which sold an impressive 25,000 copies. Her legacy continues to shine through her daughter, Rethabile Khumalo, who has proudly followed in her mother’s musical f…

Rise Mzansi boss shares the good, the bad, and the hilarious moments from his first six months as Scopa Chairman. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE TwitterVon Rams Mabote

Mosquito activity is on the rise, but an entomologist says there's no need for panic — chances are, you may not even be their type.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

The high court in Pretoria has dismissed with costs the Information Regulator's urgent application to prevent the education department publishing the 2024 matric exams results in media such as newspapers. The regulator citing concerns about the violation of matriculants' right to privacy. Concerns the court says were not brought to its attention by…

The urgency of stopping the publication of the 2024 matric results in the media came under the spotlight in the Pretoria high court on Tuesday. The regulator is seeking an interdict against the release of the results in the media, citing concerns about the violation of matriculants' right to privacy. The department says the urgency is self-created.…

Gauteng finance MEC Lebogang Maile has dismissed claims that the country’s economic hub will be on the verge of bankruptcy by June this year.Speaking at a media briefing on Tuesday Maile addressed these concerns, providing clarity on the matter.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula says its supporters in the Western Cape have no land and no freedom, blaming the DA for abandoning them.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

A retired man goes missing and his fiancé says he went golfing and never returned home. When his body is found in his vehicle, though, the evidence doesn't match the story, but police are stumped until someone just can't hold the truth in anymore. (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa)…

Gauteng recorded 387 births on New Year's Day - 31 of which babies were born to teenagers aged between 15 and 19.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) plans to mobilise “progressive parties to lead the country”, warning against the DA.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

When a young couple move into a suburban townhouse complex, they quickly ingratiate themselves into the community. They seem like a lovely pair - ordinary, just living life like anyone else. What their neighbours don't know is that the pair have a dark past and an even darker future - one that they're all about to be pulled into. (This episode was …

Opening up about her diabetes, former National Assembly speaker Baleka Mbete urged younger people to take better care of their health.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

From a year of seismic political shifts to entertainment that put the country on the global map—or left us cringing—to criminals who continued to undermine the rule of law, our multimedia team revisits the stories that defined 2024.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Public servants who fail to report statutory rape are equally “secondary raping” children, says Limpopo premier Phophi Ramathuba.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Concerned about children abandoned by fathers, DA federal chair Helen Zille told women “your responsibility is not to get pregnant as soon as you can”.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Deputy President Paul Mashatile acknowledged that the government's economic challenges in reducing the cost of living persist.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Police rescued a kidnapped Pakistani businessman and arrested a 46-year-old female suspect for murder and kidnapping on Monday in Sebokeng, Gauteng.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has urged men to stop viewing women as possessions, saying the mentality of thinking they own women because they provide material items contributes to gender-based violence (GBV).Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

The Border Management Authority (BMA) and Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) held a media briefing at OR Tambo International Airport on Thursday to address operational updates and their plans to ensure seamless movement of travellers during the peak holiday season.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Johannesburg’s emergency services are on high alert as severe thunderstorms and possible flooding are forecast for the city as 80% rain possibility hits the province.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Human behaviour is behind many of the road accidents on Eastern Cape roads so far this festive season.That is the opinion of Eastern Cape transport department spokesperson Unathi Binqose, speaking after a bloody weekend on the province’s roads in which more than 18 people died and 20 were injured. In an accident near Graaff-Reinet on Monday morning…

The deadline for spaza shops and other small food outlets to register their businesses has been extended to February 28. This was announced during a press briefing on Wednesday by ministers leading the multidisciplinary team in government responsible for the national response to instances of food-borne illnesses and illicit trade.…

When an unsuspecting motorist picks up a young couple who simply looks down on their luck, his life changes forever. When the couple, calling themselves Bonnie & Clyde, finally hand themselves over, the question remains, who really called the shots? (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimes…

Many South Africans have experienced the frustration of receiving countless spam calls or unsolicited e-mails and text messages urging them to buy products or take up credit offers. To address these unwanted marketing intrusions, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition has published proposed amendments to the regulations under the Consume…

Frustrated by long patient wait times at a Limpopo hospital, premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba delivered a stern warning to staff that failure to assist patients promptly would result in dismissal.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Tune in to our latest podcast episode where SL Cabinet members Koena Mashale, Herman Moloi, and Nandi Ntini dissect the week’s biggest stories and controversies.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

Catch up on your top entertainment headlines of the week, adding exciting commentary from entertainment journalists and voices from your faves. TshisaLIVEVon TimesLIVE Podcasts

Barclays strategy to growth in SA’s corporate and high net worth banking market in SA is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Amol Prabhu, CEO for South Africa and Africa market head at Barclays. Topics of discussion include: Barclays value compared to rival lenders; the attractiveness of Africa as a …

Summer is here and water safety is a top priority during the festive season. Swimming experts and emergency responders have urged bathers to exercise caution and to never leave children unsupervised in or near the water. On Friday’s episode of Behind The Herald Headlines, Daron Mann chats to The Herald Nelson Mandela University Citizens of the Year…

Rams lists the kind of books he will buying for GNU and other politicians for this Christmas. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE TwitterVon Rams Mabote

In the latest edition of Business Law Focus, host Evan Pickworth interviews Michael Hewson, founder and director of Graphene Economics. They discuss key trends for big business on the transfer pricing front and unpack the recently introduced Global Minimum Tax Bill.Von Evan Pickworth

Robert Marawa is a decorated sportscaster, a sought-after MC, facilitator, event host and keynote speaker. He has won almost all major radio and TV journalism awards in South Africa for his excellent work on football, the Olympic Games, the Commonwealth Games, the All-Africa Games and has hosted numerous popular, mainstream functions, both locally …

MKP chair Nathi Nhleko and secretary-general Floyd Shivamvu have told journalists why they think the party has a case of vote fraud against the IEC.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

The challenges and rewards of diskless work in SA is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Caroline van der Merwe, co-founder and chief product officer at Jem HR. Topics of discussion include: the state of diskless work in SA; findings from Jem’s latest study on deskless work trends; challenges faced b…

Gauteng finance and economic development MEC Lebogang Maile briefed the media on the progress of the registration of spaza shops in Gauteng. This as the 21-day deadline issued by President Cyril Ramaphosa looms.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

PSG Wealth’s chief investment officer Adriaan Pask provides insight into what might be expected during President-elect Donald Trump’s second term and how this will impact the world’s markets.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts

South Africans are happier and the country has changed for the better since the MK Party was established, says party leader Jacob Zuma.Von TimesLIVE Podcasts