RugbyRugby: Former Whanganui players shine on South African tourThe hallowed turf of Ellis Park is up next for the touring NZ Under-19 side.02 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe world got diamonds. A mining town got buried in sludgeNew York Times: The exploitative industry that leaves poor communities with toxic waste.28 Sep 06:00 AM
TravelShock as half-tonne croc turns on handler in live showThe incident occurred at Crocodile Creek farm in KwaZulu Natal.19 Sep 11:45 PM
WorldWhy South Africa is on the precipice of 'explosive violence' and mass unrestSoaring poverty and corruption threaten the 'Rainbow Nation' described by Nelson Mandela.21 Aug 06:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA royal family feuds over who should be king of the ZulusNYT: One of Africa's most storied monarchies is locked in a succession soap opera.17 Aug 12:52 AM
TravelWhile Europe sweats, this African kingdom is open for skiingDon't worry. This isn't another sign of climate change.08 Aug 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Do or braai time for All BlacksOPINION: Our editorial on the impending two-test series in South Africa.05 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldModels ambushed, raped at gunpoint during music video shootProduction team were offloading equipment at disused mine when they were attacked.01 Aug 07:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Stay with me': Terror attack hero and the woman he savedShopper ran towards danger and was confronted with heartbreaking scene.29 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldMethanol poisoned teens in South African tavernIndustrial solvent found in the bodies of those who died in and around East London bar.19 Jul 06:50 PM
WorldMan dies after drinking bottle of Jagermeister to win $20 betHe died after drinking an entire bottle in two minutes in order to win a challenge.13 Jul 09:56 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMass funeral deepens mystery: Why did 21 South African teens die in tavern?New York Times: Survivors recall a mysterious gas and then a crush to escape.06 Jul 07:21 PM
WorldFamous lion, elephant trophy hunter murdered 'execution-style'He posed next to dead elephants and giraffes. Now he's been shot dead at a wildlife park.05 Jul 01:43 AM
TravelAre these the most comfortable beds in Antarctica?Luxury pods from a 'galaxy far, far away' hope to draw visitors to Antarctica.04 Jul 04:30 PM
TravelJohannesburg: Creative, gritty, and packed with characterSouth Africa's northern city is a fascinating spot for adventurous travellers.03 Jul 02:03 AM
WorldMonkeypox cases triple in EuropeMore than 5000 cases have been reported from 51 countries worldwide.02 Jul 02:50 AM
WorldOrca hunting great white sharks in epic sea predator battleChange to the balance of power at the top of the food chain could affect whole ecosystem.01 Jul 02:55 AM
WorldThey danced and died: Tragic teen party mystery in South Africa21 underage teenagers partying after the end of school exams died in a mysterious incident27 Jun 09:23 PM
World21 teenagers found dead in South African tavern, officials sayThe teens' bodies were found inside the venue without any visible signs of injuries.27 Jun 12:11 AM
WorldMystery deaths of 20 teens in South African clubDozens dead after party in East London tavern to celebrate the end of winter school exams.26 Jun 07:04 PM
TravelRyanair quizzes South Africans in Afrikaans to prove citizenshipRyanair is accused of discrimination testing passengers in the South African language.06 Jun 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldSouth Africa was hit by wave of infections, despite most having antibodiesNew York Times: Evidence of the virus's capacity to evolve and dodge immunity.02 Jun 04:20 AM
New Zealand'Red' Conway: Rugby star who had finger amputated to make the All Blacks diesRugby icon had no regrets having finger amputated to make the All Blacks.26 May 10:36 PM
TravelTourists caged in South African animal park while lions prowl aroundVisitors came within centimetres of the massive animals.26 May 08:53 PM
WorldSouth Africa's Covid cases are beginning to soar againTwo new mutated sub-variants of Omicron could be dodging the body's immunity.08 May 12:33 AM
PremiumPremiumTravel30 places you can visit without a pre-departure testPlus, 14 destinations you can visit without needing a test to return to NZ.05 May 06:00 PM
OpinionSiouxsie Wiles: Why I'm worried about the BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron variantsOPINION: What does the science tell us about these new variants growing around the world?04 May 09:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldScientists in South Africa are watching the spread of two Omicron subvariantsNew York Times: Coronavirus cases are surging again in South Africa.02 May 09:13 PM
Travel21 Countries that have ditched mask rulesYou can leave your mask in your bag when visiting these countries.26 Apr 08:25 PM
SportFormer Springbok rugby player dies, son in critical condition after fleeing driver hits car in USPedrie Wannenburg, 41, died and his son, 8, was critically injured following the crash.23 Apr 10:10 PM
WorldNational state of disaster: $100m for victims of Durban flooding; 448 deadNearly 4000 homes have been destroyed and more than 40,000 people displaced.19 Apr 10:29 PM
WorldDeadly rains: Floods in South African city of Durban kill more than 340The death toll is expected to rise as scores of people and families are missing.14 Apr 08:28 PM
New ZealandExclusive: Widow's heartfelt message to Enchanter sinking survivors - and plea for captainRichard Bright, 63, was one of five men who died after the Enchanter capsized.05 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMystery solved: New Zealand backpacker who died 48 years ago identified by familyPeter Kelly died in 1974 after falling seven storeys from a balcony in Johannesburg.22 Mar 04:00 AM
