The Saturday Star

02/11/2025

A new name will be etched on the ICC Women’s World Cup trophy.

It will either be hosts India or The Proteas Women. Our women have shown incredible resilience and unity throughout this tournament.

Read all about the in this SA magazine ahead of today’s https://issuu.com/independentnewspapers/docs/iol_cricket_sa_digimag

01/11/2025

A new name will be etched on the ICC Women’s World Cup trophy.
It will either be hosts India or The Proteas Women.
Our women have shown incredible resilience and unity throughout this tournament.

Read all about the in this SA magazine ahead of tomorrow’s Cup
https://issuu.com/independentnewspapers/docs/iol_cricket_sa_digimag

01/11/2025

Zoo of terror: Joburg Zoo turns nightmare for one spooky night

The Joburg Zoo transformed into a “Zoo of Terror” for one spine-chilling night, as hundreds of Halloween fans faced creepy crawlies, haunted tunnels, and blood-curdling scares. 💀🦇

From ghostly keepers to eerie enclosures, Joburg’s wildest night proved that even the zoo can get a fright!



🕷️ Click the link below — if you dare! 👀

https://iol.co.za/saturday-star/news/2025-11-01-zoo-of-terror-joburg-zoo-turns-nightmare-for-one-spooky-night/

01/11/2025

Gauteng Men go purple in Daredevil Run for men’s health.

From Soweto to Sandton, and the Vaal to Pretoria — fearless runners hit the streets for the Daredevil Run, raising awareness for men’s health and proving that real courage means taking action. 🏃‍♂️💪

High schools such as Dainfern College, King David Linksfield and Bryanston High joined the action, while old favourites like Diepkloof Athletic Club once again led Soweto’s run.



For more information, click the link below:

https://iol.co.za/saturday-star/news/2025-11-01-gauteng-men-go-purple-in-daredevil-run-for-mens-health/

31/10/2025

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31/10/2025

31/10/2025

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31/10/2025

Poetic Licence: Cats fund ministers and pitbulls police them

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala calls suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya “Pitbull”. Once he locks his teeth onto you, you don’t escape, unless you pay. His ears, it seems, perk up to the jingle of cold cash instead of justice.

At the Madlanga Commission this week, Witness C, a detective attached to Gauteng counterintelligence operations, pulled back the curtain on a theatre of rot.

The writer says that corruption in South Africa’s police service has become systemic, not isolated acts by “a few bad cops,” but a deep, rotting culture where justice is sold to the highest bidder.

31/10/2025

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31/10/2025

5 medical scheme myths that could cost you thousands

South Africa’s healthcare system is split between public and private sectors, with medical schemes designed to act as a financial safety net. But for millions of members, that safety net is misunderstood.

Many assume they’re fully protected from surprise costs only to discover the truth during a health crisis.

What every South African needs to know about medical schemes, gap cover, and the future of healthcare

31/10/2025

Online security must top your shopping list this Black Friday

According to data from just three banks, South Africans spent a staggering R30-billion on Black Friday in 2024. And now, with 2025’s sales fast approaching, millions will again click for bargains. But fraudsters know that Black Friday isn’t just about discounted deals.

It also marks the start of the year-end ‘silly season’, when emergencies happen, more money is spent, and credit is used faster – and they’re ready to take advantage of unsuspecting shoppers.

Black Friday may bring record-breaking sales, but also a spike in scams.