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Hennely Nel

Hennely Nel is a language and literature enthusiast who is always searching for the next best curry in Cape Town. She obtained her Master's degree in Translation at the University of Stellenbosch and holds a passion for researching and writing about marginalised topics and people. Hennely has worked as an English and Afrikaans editor, content writer and translator for various online platforms. She spends her free time adding more books to her collection, hunting for gems in thrift stores, or hanging out at music festivals on picturesque farms.
Joel Stransky

Where are they now? Joel Stransky – Rugby World Cup 1995

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 12:12

The Springboks unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. In an ongoing series, SA People takes a look at what has happened to the heroic starting Springbok XV from that memorable day at Ellis Park in Johannesburg. Next up: Joel Stransky. ALSO READ: Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – […]

Kabelo Gwamanda

ActionSA threatens Joburg mayor with motion of no confidence

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 11:05

One month into office, City of Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda is set to delivery his first State of the City Address on Tuesday. However, the mayor will do so with a possible motion of no confidence being tabled against him by ActionSA. ActionSA threatens to table the motion if the mayor does not address allegations […]

Hepatitis B early detection

Hepatitis B: How to detect this liver infection early

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 10:32

More than 296 million people worldwide live with hepatitis B, a potentially life-threatening liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). Most don’t know they are infected, so they don’t get medical care. Clinical care improves the patient’s outcome and can prevent them from infecting others. Early detection of HBV-infected patients could therefore improve […]

tweeps react to Tina Joemat-Pettersson's death

Tweeps react to Tina Joemat-Pettersson’s death

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 09:57

Popular Twitter user @AdvoBarryRoux revealed on Monday, 5 June that former Cabinet Minister Tina Joemat-Pettersson may have committed suicide after a bribery scandal. “Tina Monica Joemat-Pettersson committed suicide after the bribery scandal. Tina Joemat-Peterson is among the 3 ANC MPs who tried to extort a R600 000 bribe from Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s husband to make the […]

Romain Folz AmaZulu

PSL: Romain Folz leaves AmaZulu

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 00:51

AmaZulu have reached a decision regarding Romain Folz’s future as the club prepares for the upcoming season. ALSO READ | In pictures: Kaizer Chiefs player celebrates son’s baptism with joyous ceremony Following the team’s disappointing performance under his guidance, the French-Moroccan has voluntarily stepped down from his position as technical advisor, having been demoted from his previous role as […]

Eskom media reports sabotage allegations

Eskom responds to allegations of sabotage by an executive

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 00:41

Eskom has accused Sunday investigative newspaper City Press of being imprudent after the publication allegedly did not exercise the right of reply policy before publishing the article alleging sabotage by an executive. WHAT THE CITY PRESS REPORT ENTAILED The City Press article entitled High-ranking Eskom exec linked to sabotage at power stations published on 04 June 2023, reported that the police are looking […]

Dave Matthews band SA tour

Dave Matthews Band is coming to SA in 2023

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 00:31

Fans of Grammy Award-winning American musicians Dave Matthews Band are in for a treat after the band announced that they are heading to South Africa later this year. MUST READ | Tax season 2023: Dates and everything else you need to know The tour will starts in Tshwane on Sunday, 10 December at the Sunbet Arena at the Time Square […]

new Cape Town switching station

City of Cape Town is making great progress on R145m, 132kV switching station

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 00:21

The DA-run City of Cape Town is making great progress towards the completion of a new 132 kV electrical switching station at Morgen Gronde. CITY OF CAPE TOWN INVESTS ON ITS RESIDENTS The new R145 million electricity switching station is expected to upgrade the currently constrained networks surrounding Bellville and Oakdale. It is expected to be completed […]

tweeps react to Tina Joemat-Pettersson's death

Former minister, Tina Joemat-Pettersson, dies

By Hennely Nel 06-06-23 00:05

Former Cabinet Minister Tina Joemat-Pettersson has passed away, her party the African National Congress (ANC) confirmed. The news broke this evening, Monday, 5 June of the former agriculture and energy minister and ANC national executive committee member’s passing. Tina Joemat-Pettersson died at the age of 59. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved […]

Cape Town wanted motorist arrest

Cape Town: Motorist with R160 000 in fines arrested

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 23:51

Cape Town’s third most wanted motorist was arrested last week. He had 169 double warrants in his name worth just under R160 000. Another one of the Traffic Service’s top 100 motorists with outstanding warrants was arrested weeks before. READ: Flu season: These are the most commonly detected strains in 2023 – NICD CAPE TOWN’S THIRD MOST WANTED MOTORIST […]

Arthur Kaplan liquidator

Former director of Arthur Kaplan arrested for attempted murder on liquidator

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 23:37

Arthur Kaplan liquidator Laila Motala was assaulted and had a gun held in her face in Sandton City by well-known businessman Hoosein Mohammed in the presence of security and staff. ALSO READ: BREAKING: Nandipha Magudumana’s arrest challenge dismissed LIQUIDATOR ASSAULTED AND ALMOST MURDERED ON DUTY Mohammed was the previous CEO of the company (Arthur Kaplan). The […]

SA cheesemaker

SA cheesemaker captures the hearts of food enthusiasts

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 23:24

Youth Month The search for great-tasting artisan cheese and healthy, non-processed food is growing in South Africa and Mahlatse Mailula (32) is among local food manufacturers who are meeting the demand. ALSO READ: State-Leased farm gets revived by award-winning entrepreneur Artisan cheese is made primarily by hand, it includes the traditional methods of cheesemaking. Based […]

shark seeks help for hurt turtle

WATCH – Shark seeks help to save a turtle

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 23:09

The latest viral video is taking the internet by storm and for different reasons. We select the scariest, most entertaining, heartwarming, unique and cringeworthy videos trending on the internet. Today’s Viral Video: A shark seeks human help to save a stricken turtle. ALSO READ: Scary clip of leopard strutting through lodge with little fear for humans […]

how to shave underarms

VIDEO – Lifehack: How to shave underarms without darkening them

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 22:59

A new lifehack every day of the week – don’t miss it! WATCH | WATCH – Flying above the clouds in Turkey The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks. Be it trying out viral food recipes on TikTok or assembling IKEA furniture, knowledge is nowadays, quite literally, one click away. What is a […]

DJ Sumbody

DJ Sumbody’s girlfriend is demanding a share of his estate

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 20:20

The ownership battle of DJ Sumbody’s business empire continues after his live-in girlfriend of 13 years, Tlotlisang Moloi, demanded a share of his business from controversial business partner Kagiso Setsetse. A source to Sunday World has it that Moloi’s legal team sent a letter to Setsetse wanting to claim a share of the estate. ALSO READ: DJ Sumbody’s […]

state-leased farm South Africa

State-Leased farm gets revived by award-winning entrepreneur

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 19:50

When a state-leased family farm lay fallow after its subsistence farmer patriarch passed on, the entrepreneurial spirit of his daughter-in-law kicked-in, and she worked hard to revive it. Today, the initiative is thriving, even earning accolades from the country’s head of state. ALSO READ: WATCH: Former ANC MP jailed for cows theft [VIDEO] The director of […]

responsible gambling

SA has made over R34 billion in Gross Gambling Revenue (GGR)

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 19:39

South Africa’s gross gaming revenue exceeded R34 billion in FY 2021/22, and based on the amazing performance of some of the greatest industry players in the country, the number is getting even higher as we speak. Also, the latest data provided by the National Gambling Board shows that the gross gambling revenue experienced a 48% […]

Nandiphsa Magudumana's brother: Tracking Thabo Bester

Dr Nandipha’s arrest challenge has been dismissed

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 19:28

Dr Nandipha Magudumana filed an urgent application in the High Court earlier this month, calling for her to be released from custody. ALSO READ: WATCH: Thabo Bester and Nandipha’s matter postponed to June COURT DISMISSES NANDIPHA MAGUDUMANA’S ARREST CHALLENGE This morning, the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein dismissed Dr Nandipha Magudumana’s urgent application with costs. Judge Phillip […]

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

Activities to enjoy at the stunning iSimangaliso Wetland Park

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 13:38

iSimangaliso Wetland Park is an eco-tourist’s dream. Comprising of the areas of Lake St. Lucia, Kosi Bay, Cape Vidal, Sodwana Bay, and numerous other wildlife reserves and sanctuaries, the park is South Africa’s second largest protected area, and in 1999, became the country’s first UNESCO World Heritage site. With adventure around every corner, here are three MUST-do activities in this beautiful […]

Kaizer Chiefs managerial shortlist

Kaizer Chiefs show interest in Venda FA midfielder

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 13:24

Kaizer Chiefs are believed to be looking to sign a midfielder to boost their squad going into the next season, with their net being cast wide. READ | ORLANDO PIRATES TO BEAT PSL RIVALS TO TOP MIDFIELD TARGET? Last week, Chiefs were linked to the signing of Congolese midfielder Fabrice Ngoma, and now it the name of Tatenda Tavengwa that […]

Somalia jihadist attack

Somalia jihadist attack kills 54 Ugandan peacekeepers

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 13:08

Some 54 Ugandan peacekeepers died when militants besieged an African Union base in Somalia last week, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni said, in one of the worst recent attacks by Al-Shabaab jihadists in the war-torn country. “We discovered the lifeless bodies of 54 fallen soldiers, including a commander,” Museveni said in a Twitter post late Saturday […]

Western Cape dam levels

Western Cape dam levels update: Numbers increase again

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 12:53

The consistent rain is expected to continue in some parts of the Western Cape during the cold winter season. This will help in balancing and increasing dam water levels in the province. ALSO READ: Western Cape dam water levels, improved figures from last week Unlike other provinces, the Western Cape is blessed with some rain during this […]

Free State dam levels

Free State dam levels update: Numbers drop drastically

By Hennely Nel 05-06-23 12:34

The Free State has recorded one of the worst decrease in dam water levels this past week. However, there is hope because rain is expected. ALSO READ: Free State Weather: COLD but sunny day expected Dam water levels have been increasing throughout several provinces in the country and the Free State has been one of those […]

BRICS summit SA

BRICS summit: Both a danger and an opportunity for SA

By Hennely Nel 02-06-23 16:14

South Africa will host the BRICS summit in August 2023. The event could offer the country an opportunity to exercise leadership in the BRICS’ efforts to reform the arrangements for global economic governance and in supporting sustainable and inclusive development in Africa and the Global South. However, the opportunity has morphed into an international challenge […]

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