While Derick Hougaard recovers from an illness that landed him in ICU for almost three weeks, his mother, Riana, is sharing an update with fans. Last month, the former Springboks player made headlines after he was hospitalised after a lung infection. He has since been discharged. ALSO READ: Elon Musk loses R363 billion in 24 […]

Rumours are swirling about the “mysterious” death of another witness in the Senzo Meyiwa trial –  Lesley Ngcatshe – a neighbour of the family home belonging to the former’s girlfriend Kelly Khumalo. The news was announced during the Gauteng High Court court proceedings on Thursday, 20 July. Five men are on trial for the suspected […]

South African soccer fans are over the moon following news that SABC has officially acquired the rights to air the English Premier League, previously exclusive to DStv. The announcement was made on Wednesday, 20 July. BUT, there is a catch… ALSO READ: Multichoice loses billions: Why SA viewers are dumping DSTV TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? […]

Gender-based violence activists Women For Change are standing with Lady Zamar amid cyberbullying resulting from her allegations levelled against ex-boyfriend Sjava. This week, the singer – who alleged she was raped in 2019 – came under fire again this week from the fellow hitmaker’s fans. Zamar – real name Yamikani Janet Banda – clapped back […]

Like many South Africans, Rachel Kolisi is disturbed and dumbfounded that Alison Botha’s attackers have been released on parole. But the rugby WAG is also leading the call to revoke the decision granted by the Department of Correctional Services. Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger were given an early release last week after spending 28 years […]

Celebrating her first birthday without her son – rapper AKA, real name Kiernan Forbes – Lynn Forbes has again voiced her desire to climb the world’s highest mountain; Everest, seemingly in his honour. Five years ago, Lynn – fondly known as Glammy – climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in celebration of her 50th birthday and the birth […]

Spur Restaurant’s famous birthday song rendition was given an Amapiano dance remix by a toddler celebrating her birthday. In a video that has gone viral on social media, the little girl shows off her best moves – eye-rolling included! ALSO READ: ‘Gatekeeping culture’: Kaybee on the Nigerian Amapiano debate WATCH: SPUR BIRTHDAY SONG GETS AMAPIANO REMIX! […]

Trevor Noah may be a certified billionaire, but that doesn’t stop him from jet setting – in economy! Shortly after news of his Emmy nomination, the South African comedian – who is based in the US – shared a selfie of him inside a packed airplane. TREVOR NOAH CELEBRATES EMMY NOMINATION IN ECONOMY CLASS Just […]

Paul Mashatile has been taking cover in a “safe house” following alleged threats to his life by a former girlfriend. But for the former Deputy-President, the R39 million mansion is actually a five-star retreat. According to The Citizen, the home was registered on a lease to Legacy Properties, owned by the politician’s son and son-in-law. The […]

The parole release of Alison Botha’s attackers – who committed one of the worst gender-based violence attacks in South Africa – has angered many South Africans. And speaking out is Alison’s attorney Tania Koen, who has also represented the families of GBV victims like Reeva Steenkamp and Leigh Matthews. Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger […]

Us actor Jamie Foxx has been seen in public for the first time since news of his alleged stroke, which reports claim left him “paralysed and blind.” However, in a video that has gone viral, the star looked a picture of perfect health. But social media users are not convinced that everything is as it […]

It should’ve been celebrated with a birthday bash to remember. Instead, the parents of slain student Leigh Matthews – murdered by Donovan Moodley almost 20 years ago – are marking her 40th birthday milestone by lighting a candle in her honour. This weekend, friends of Leigh’s parents, Rob and Sharon, encouraged South Africans to do […]

Duane Vermeulen has led the Springboks to their first win under his captaincy, and no one is more proud than his family. The 37-year-old was supported by his wife Ezel and their two sons Arnu and Zian, who watched the Boks win their match against the Australian Wallabies at the Loftus Versveld Stadium on Saturday, […]

Alison Botha – a survivor of one of the most horrific Gender-Based Violence crimes in South Africa – has spoken out after her attackers were released on parole this week. On Tuesday, 4 July, the Department of Correctional Services announced the release of Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, who were sentenced to life imprisonment […]

A job advertisement for a live-in nanny/domestic worker with a salary of R2 500 per month has had social media users outraged. But no one is more livid than TV and radio personality Anele Mdoda. As of 1 March, the Department of Employment and Labour implemented a new rate of just over R25 or each […]

Alison Botha – the Port Elizabeth woman who survived a gruesome rape and assault almost 30 years ago – is living her worst fears after her attackers, Frans du Toit and Theuns Kruger, were released on parole this week. The Department of Correctional Services announced the release of the perpetrators who were sentenced to life […]

After almost three weeks in the ICU and fighting for his life in a coma, Derick Hougaard has finally been discharged. The former Springboks player has begun his next step of recovery at home, according to Rapport. However, his partner Nadine claims the retired rugby star still has a long way to go. ALSO READ: Clots, collapsed lungs: […]

Less than a year after debuting their romance, singer Amor Vittone and her plastic surgery boyfriend have fueled rumours of a breakup. The widow of former Springboks star Joost van der Westhuisen and her partner Charles Serrurier have been loved-up since they announced their relationship late last year. But in recent months, the couple has […]

The Miss South Africa (Miss SA)  pageant has revealed that Levern José – the Top 12 finalist who quit the competition- will not be replaced. Last month, the BCom Law student announced her decision to prematurely end her pageant journey. This, after coming under fire over allegations relating to her past. On Twitter, multiple social media […]

The Hollywood Durban July is one of the biggest fashion affairs on the social calendar. After all, South Africa’s premier horse-racing event is all about opulence and extravagance. And like many revellers, a day at the races means standing out from the crowd in unique – yet practical – looks. ALSO READ: Hollywoodbets Durban July: 5 […]

At some point, most people will fall prey to a scam.  But Helen Zille wants you to learn from her experience to avoid making the same mistake. The former head of the Democratic Alliance tweeted her frustration at becoming a victim of an elaborate bank fraud scam. She also shared her best advice on how […]

Derick Hougaard is making steady progress on his road to recovery, says his girlfriend, Nadine. In fact, the Afrikaans singer hopes her former Springboks player partner will be ready to leave the hospital soon. Earlier this month, Derick was found unresponsive in his Pretoria East home. He was rushed to the Steve Biko Academic Hospital, […]

Afrikaans singer Nadine has shared the startling details about her partner Derick Hougaard’s hospital stay and his miraculous path to recovery. Speaking to Jacaranda FM, the pop star shed light on the retired rugby player’s progress. On Saturday, 10 June, Hougaard was found unresponsive in his Pretoria East home. He was rushed to the Steve Biko […]

Derick Hougaard’s girlfriend, Nadine has clapped back at allegations the former Springboks and Blue Bulls player overdosed on alcohol or drugs or that they argued the night before he was discovered unconscious. The Afrikaans singer shared her version of events with Rapport this week, despite allegations of “foul play” from “friends” of the retired rugby player. Over […]

Derick Hougaard has taken another leap towards his recovery, this time ultimately coming off the ventilator, which assisted him in breathing. The former Springboks player was admitted to the Steve Biko Academic Hospital on Saturday, 10 June, after being unresponsive in his Pretoria home by his girlfriend, Nadine. The retired rugby player – diagnosed with […]