UJ academics recognised at 2026 South African Women in Science Awards
Two University of Johannesburg academics have received national recognition for research tackling gender equality, social justice, women's livelihoods and the future of work. Professor Tanusha Raniga was named the 2026 Distinguished Woman Researcher in Humanities and Social Sciences, while Professor Musawenkosi “Musa” Saurombe was awarded second runner-up in the Distinguished Young Woman Researchers category at the South African Women in...
UJ stars lead Team South Africa charge at FISU World University Rugby Sevens
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is set for a major presence on the international stage, with eight members of its university community selected to represent Team South Africa at the 2026 FISU World University Championship Rugby Sevens. The tournament will be hosted in South Africa at Stellenbosch University's Coetzenburg Campus from 4–6 September 2026, bringing some of the world's leading...
South African universities launch position paper on international academics
South Africa's public universities have taken a significant step towards addressing the increasingly complex debate around international academics, employment equity and internationalisation in higher education. Universities South Africa (USAf), which represents the country's 26 public universities, has launched a sector-wide position paper intended to guide institutions when recruiting and appointing international academic staff. The document seeks to address a difficult balancing...
UCT leads South Africa as three universities break into global top 500
South Africa has once again secured a place on the global higher-education map, with three universities ranked among the world's top 500 in the 2026 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The University of Cape Town (UCT) emerged as South Africa's highest-ranked institution, followed by the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and Stellenbosch University. The ARWU, commonly known as the Shanghai...
PRASA announces special train services for Springboks vs All Blacks Tests
Rugby fans heading to the highly anticipated Springboks vs All Blacks matches in Gauteng and the Western Cape will have additional public transport options, with the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) announcing dedicated train services for the fixtures. The services are aimed at helping thousands of supporters travel to and from the stadiums safely and efficiently while reducing...
LIVE: Sekhukhune United vs Orlando Pirates in MTN8 semi-final
Orlando Pirates resume their MTN8 title defence on Saturday when they travel to the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium to face Sekhukhune United in the first leg of their semi-final. Kick-off in Polokwane is scheduled for 15:00, with the Buccaneers looking to take a positive result into the return leg. The fixture comes during a particularly demanding period for Pirates, who are...
Sebastian Pedersen’s Orlando Pirates jersey number appears to have been revealed
Orlando Pirates supporters may have received their first major clue about Sebastian Pedersen’s role at the club after the Norwegian striker was spotted wearing a new jersey number during training. Pedersen was seen wearing number 31 on his training kit, suggesting that the shirt could be his official number for the new season. The number became available following Selaelo Rasebotja’s move...
South Africa mourns the loss of Zolani ‘Last Born’ Tete
South African boxing has been left devastated by the death of former two-division world champion Zolani “Last Born” Tete, who was fatally shot in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape, on Friday evening. Tete was just 38. Police are investigating the shooting, which happened outside the boxer’s home. According to preliminary reports, Tete was waiting for his residential gate to open when armed suspects...
Bringing Molefi Ntseki Back Would Be a Massive Step Back for Bafana Bafana
SAFA could face a furious reaction from South African football supporters if Molefi Ntseki makes an unexpected return to the Bafana Bafana dugout. With Hugo Broos no longer in charge and negotiations with Pitso Mosimane reportedly proving difficult, Ntseki has emerged as a potential interim option while SAFA searches for a permanent successor. On paper, an interim appointment may appear to...
LIVE: Springboks vs All Blacks — Ellis Park Braced for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
The Springboks and All Blacks collide at Ellis Park on Saturday in the opening Test of the 2026 Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series. After weeks of anticipation, the talking is over and two of international rugby’s heavyweight nations are ready to go head-to-head in Johannesburg. The Test is the first of four meetings between South Africa and New Zealand during the All...
