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The Department of Correctional Services confirms the unnatural death of inmate Mpho Mkhumbeni at Mangaung Correctional Centre, sparking an investigation into alleged torture and misconduct by prison officials.
The draft water turnaround strategy (TAS) report on the trading services reform strategy for the eThekwini Water and Sanitation (EWS) unit was tabled at an eThekwini Executive Committee (Exco) meeting on Wednesday.
As Chinese films captivate South African audiences, a cultural exchange unfolds, igniting interest in China's mythology and inspiring travel aspirations.
Paulo and Senzo fire up a pod that hits harder than peak Mike Tyson.
This episode of the ‘So What’ looks at significant developments both in the policies and politics of the GNU.
The prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, known for celebrating the pinnacle of hotel excellence worldwide, has named the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, Sandton, as the ‘Best City Hotel in South Africa’ for 2024.
Let it be absolutely clear: Independent Media and IOL chose to withdraw from the PCSA, owing to the Council's mishandling of our case and other issues highlighted in our previous statement.
The Press Council of South Africa has granted IOL leave to appeal a ruling in relation to the publication’s reportage of politician Renaldo Gouws’ racist utterances, which led to his expulsion from the Democratic Alliance.
The young generation’s education level is significantly higher than the average, with the average education year of 13. 9 years per person for the age group under 30. In the past decade, the per capita access to medical resources in China has been increasing year by year.
Like a scene from a poorly produced morality play, the banks, under the guise of self-appointed arbiters of integrity, have targeted Sekunjalo based on recommendations from the Mpati Commission of Inquiry.
The war being waged against Independent Media is not just an assault on a single institution—it is a coordinated and strategic attack on media freedom, the right to dissent, and the very soul of our democratic values.
Over 5,000 articles, many of them filled with insinuations, hearsay, and outright falsehoods, have been published with one goal in mind—undermine Sekunjalo’s credibility and drive the company to its knees.
IOL apologises unreservedly to both Savita Mbuli and Basetsana Kumalo.
The DA’s opposition to nuclear energy is seen as detrimental to South Africa's energy security, particularly as the country faces unreliable and costly renewable energy, argues Dr Kelvin Kemm
It is said that difficulties, including the VBS scandal have shaken the EFF in the wake of the May general elections where the party were unable to grow its support.
he M23 rebel group, formed in 2012, has caused significant instability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Despite being defeated in 2013, the group resurfaced in 2022, exacerbating regional tensions and highlighting the need for a strategic approach to lasting peace.
IOL has also embarked on a drive to collect much needed toiletries and essential items for the homeless women of Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg.
South Africa should urgently look at its BRICS counterparts on how they manage their energy diplomacy which does not compromise their national interest nor antagonise their private sector, argues the writ
IOL Opinion is a space for South Africans to communicate openly about the policies that shape their lived reality.
IOL and Independent Media on Wednesday provided an update on the ongoing investigation into the @Goolammv X (formerly Twitter) account, revealing significant findings and addressing previous errors in the investigation.
IOL and Independent Media have strongly condemned the appalling abuse and threats directed at their journalists, editors, proprietor Dr. Iqbal Survé, and his family.
IOL recently spoke to car insurance experts at Budget Insurance to find out how South Africans can stay insured, and benefit from lower monthly premiums.
According to media reports prominent figures like Helen Zille and Tony Leon are spearheading these discussions, indicating a significant shift from the DA's pre-election stance, which was heavily critical of the ANC.
South Africa’s recent election has marked a turning point, with the ANC securing around 40% of the vote, its worst performance since apartheid's end. As foreshadowed by Independent Media in 2019, the ANC now faces forming a coalition with the Democratic Alliance (DA), which gained just over 21% of the vote.
