Golden nugget of a hotel stay in Joburg

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

There are not many shiny things like this at home.

How to support the Ladles of Love 2023 Sarmiethon campaign

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Baldwin Ndaba and Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Genevieve Serra and Kashiefa Ajam|Published

Simons was released into the care of his family in Parow and will be on parole for the rest of his life.

Q&A with André de Ruyter: Can corruption at Eskom ever be rooted out?

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

André de Ruyter spoke to Independent Media about the toll his recent revelations have taken on his life and his family, what it will take to rid South Africa of ...

‘Corruption is deeply rooted in Eskom,’ says André de Ruyter who calls for ‘extraordinary effort’ from law enforcement

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

The award-winning Mount Grace Spa is located on the hilltop, with sweeping Magaliesberg views.

AKA’s death was a tragedy

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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 that scammers are using Shein to bait victims

Kashiefa Ajam and Sameer Naik|Published

South African investigators are warning local customers to be extra vigilant while making virtual payments. This, as renowned global online shopping platform Shein ...

SA consumers warned to be careful of online payments as scammers use Shein to bait victims

Kashiefa Ajam and Sameer Naik|Published

Shoppers urged to monitor their bank accounts regularly basis.

Tyre insurance: Another blow for motorists already feeling the pressure

Norman Cloete, Sameer Naik, Kashiefa Ajam and Karishma Dipa|Published

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.

Tyre insurance - Yet another blow for motorists who are already feeling the pressure

Norman Cloete, Sameer Naik, Kashiefa Ajam and Karishma Dipa|Published

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

Sameer Naik, Karishma Dipa and Kashiefa Ajam|Published

Two major insurance companies have seen a spike in recent months.

WATCH: How ghd’s ‘glide’ hot brush can totally transform your hair

Kashiefa Ajam and Karishma Dipa|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam, Shaun Smillie, Sameer Naik, Karishma Dipa and Norman Cloete|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

A book that will change the way you see death.

Is our definition of the right to education outdated?

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam, Shaun Smillie and Zelda Venter|Published

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

Kashiefa Ajam|Published

Not for nothing is the current punchline that 2022 is actually 2020 too.

Manhunt underway for Moti brothers’ kidnappers as two Johannesburg businessmen abducted

Kashiefa Ajam and Sameer Naik|Published

Preliminary investigations revealed that the children were forcefully removed from their scholar transport by armed suspects.

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