Golden nugget of a hotel stay in Joburg
There are not many shiny things like this at home.
How to support the Ladles of Love 2023 Sarmiethon campaign
This year’s Sarmiethon Challenge will take place with events in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Saturday Star is in my blood, says editor Kashiefa Ajam as she bids readers farewell
I have stood on the shoulders of the giants who came before me.
Israeli–Palestinian conflict: A tale of two doctors working on the ground
Israel has shut off all supplies, and the fuel that they have will run out in a matter of days.
‘Holocaust victims using Nazi tactics’ - ANC NEC member Dakota Legoete
Legoete expressed his party’s disgust at the continued attacks of Palestinians by Israel, labelling them murderous.
Cape Town children’s shelter shocked as toy donor threatens lawsuit to get gifts back
Brink received a call from from the woman’s former partner who said the box of toys were, in fact, not meant for donations.
The Station Strangler: Norman Simons’s release divides the community
Simons was released into the care of his family in Parow and will be on parole for the rest of his life.
‘Corruption is deeply rooted in Eskom,’ says André de Ruyter who calls for ‘extraordinary effort’ from law enforcement
De Ruyter said that the energy crisis manifested itself long before his tenure.
The Mount Grace Hotel and Spa: Quiet, beautiful luxury we didn’t know we needed
The award-winning Mount Grace Spa is located on the hilltop, with sweeping Magaliesberg views.
AKA’s death was a tragedy
There are eerie similarities with the Senzo Meyiwa assassination, writes Saturday Star Editor Kashiefa Ajam.
LOOK: From Joburg, with love! - Acclaimed dentist captures the essence of the beloved City of Gold
Cahi’s awareness and his passion for travel and a love for capturing moments in time which have taken him on a journey across colourful Joburg.
SA consumers warned to be careful of online payments as scammers use Shein to bait victims
Shoppers urged to monitor their bank accounts regularly basis.
Tyre insurance - Yet another blow for motorists who are already feeling the pressure
Several insurance companies simply cannot keep up with the amount of claims and are losing money because of the poor state of the country’s roads.
Plan to stop sticky fingers from pilfering luggage at airports as travellers complain of theft
Two major insurance companies have seen a spike in recent months.
WATCH: How ghd’s ‘glide’ hot brush can totally transform your hair
The hair straightening brush allows me to spend more time in bed and much less time getting ready for the day.
#HeritageDay: Team #SatStar - Our diversities make us richer and stronger
The Saturday Star prides itself on the own journey to transform the newsroom.
Book Extract: The Price of Mercy - A fight for the right to die with dignity
A book that will change the way you see death.
Is our definition of the right to education outdated?
Today, no education is complete if it doesn’t also include digital literacy as well.
MMC for Environment and Infrastructure Services Michael Sun commemorates World Recycling Day
According to the UN, the increasing volume and complexity of waste associated with the modern economy poses a serious risk to ecosystems and human health.
Leigh Matthew’s parents come face to face with Donovan Moodley as he seeks parole after 15 years in jail
This was the first time in 17 years that the Matthews came face to face with Moodley, sitting across a table just a metre or so away.
Entering 2022 with hope: there is always something to look forward to in South Africa
Not for nothing is the current punchline that 2022 is actually 2020 too.
Manhunt underway for Moti brothers’ kidnappers as two Johannesburg businessmen abducted
Preliminary investigations revealed that the children were forcefully removed from their scholar transport by armed suspects.
Mixed feelings over youngsters not needing parents’ permission to get Covid-19 vaccine
The Children's Act 38 of 2005 provides that children over the age of 12 years can consent to their own medical treatment provided they are sufficiently mature and have the mental capacity.
Bullying is an age-old phenomenon that has just become dramatically worse in an age of instant social media
We don’t need people, even less politicians, education officials and teachers, to tell us bullying is bad.
Cape Malay cooking queen’s new book Fatima Sydow Cooks is filled with some of her fondest food memories
Fatima Sydow is known as the Cape Malay cooking queen. In Fatima Sydow Cooks she is back, to share easy, accessible recipes, her fondest food memories and a few surprises.