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Never cross your legs on a plane — here’s why

Durban beach reopens, two still closed

Miss SA to unveil Top 10 finalists and finale date

Never cross your legs on a plane — here’s why

Durban beach reopens, two still closed

By Dumani Moyo 15-09-25 18:26

The eThekwini Municipality updated Durban’s beach status, reopening one while keeping two closed.

Miss SA to unveil Top 10 finalists and finale date

By Dumani Moyo 15-09-25 13:35

Miss SA organisers have finally announced the date to reveal their Top 10 finalists and crown the new queen…

Widely used deodorant recalled in South Africa and the UK

By SAPeople Staff Writer 15-09-25 08:44

Popular deodorant brand Mitchum has issued a recall of specific batches of its 48-hour 100 ml roll-on deodorant.

Lab-grown diamonds draining South Africa’s wealth

By AFP 15-09-25 08:34

South Africa, which built its prosperity on diamonds, is scrambling to find alternatives as cheaper lab-grown stones threaten its economy.

From cafés to cabins: Popular coffee brand joins forces with FlySafair

By Dumani Moyo 15-09-25 08:24

One of South Africa’s most popular coffee chains partnered with FlySafair to add several premium drinks to the airline’s in-flight menu.

Charlie Kirk on South Africa: ‘That’s not a country I’d want to live in’

By Dumani Moyo 13-09-25 10:28

After Charlie Kirk’s murder this week, his controversial comments about South Africa resurfaced. Here’s what he said…

EFF hails decision to scrap student blacklisting regulations

By Dumani Moyo 12-09-25 13:26

EFF praises government for reversing student blacklisting plan following nationwide protests and pressure from students and civil society.

How much SANDF paid soldiers deployed to DR Congo

By Dumani Moyo 12-09-25 09:11

SANDF confirmed to its members that it has paid all operational allowances owed to personnel deployed to the Republic of the Congo.

Positive changes coming for all South African toll plazas

By Dumani Moyo 12-09-25 08:57

South African drivers using the country’s toll plazas will soon experience faster and more secure payment options.

Liqui Fruit’s ‘Nothing But Fruit’ slogan found to be misleading

By Dumani Moyo 12-09-25 08:51

The makers of the popular Liqui Fruit juice brand must remove or amend their long-standing slogan, “Nothing But Fruit.”

SAA adds more flights for the festive season

By Dumani Moyo 11-09-25 16:05

Planning to travel this festive season? From October, SAA will increase frequencies on several of its international flights.

Iconic storage container brand returns to SA under a new name

By SAPeople Staff Writer 11-09-25 15:54

After exiting South Africa last year, a household storage container brand has returned with a new name and mission.

Major issues prompt closure of Johannesburg SASSA office

By SAPeople Staff Writer 11-09-25 13:04

The suspension of eight officials has forced a key Johannesburg SASSA office to close, coming at the worst possible time for the agency…

ConCourt allows men to adopt their wives’ surnames

By Dumani Moyo 11-09-25 11:36

The Constitutional Court has ruled that men may adopt their wives’ surnames.

Springboks’ Wembley record ahead of Japan Test

By Dumani Moyo 11-09-25 09:56

The Springboks will start their end-of-year tour with a Test against Japan at London’s Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 1 November.

SAHRC calls on Masemola to end migrant healthcare restrictions

By SAPeople Staff Writer 11-09-25 08:41

SAHRC has called on General Fannie Masemola to halt Operation Dudula and other groups from preventing undocumented migrants from accessing healthcare.

Power outage to affect 10 Johannesburg suburbs

By SAPeople Staff Writer 11-09-25 08:28

A planned 8-hour power outage will affect 10 suburbs on Thursday, 11 September 2025, and Monday, 15 September 2025.

UCT officially renames ‘Jammies’ Hall

By Dumani Moyo 11-09-25 08:16

The University of Cape Town (UCT) officially renamed its iconic Jameson Memorial Hall to Sarah Baartman Hall.

Snow-capped mountains in Underberg, KZN.

The KwaZulu-Natal snow town luring big city homebuyers

By Dumani Moyo 10-09-25 17:09

KwaZulu-Natal’s little-known snowy town is quietly luring property buyers from major cities.

The EFF has introduced the Liquor Amendment Bill in the National Assembly, aiming to ban alcohol advertising in South Africa.

EFF wants alcohol advertising banned in South Africa

By Dumani Moyo 10-09-25 16:50

The EFF tabled the Liquor Amendment Bill in the National Assembly to prohibit alcohol advertising in South Africa.

The dredging of the Storm Bay section of Zeekoevlei commenced on 30 June 2025, the City’s first vlei dredging in 42 years. A floating suction dredger is used to dredge organic rich sediment from the vlei bed.

Cape Town’s Zeekoevlei dredging project progresses rapidly

By SAPeople Staff Writer 10-09-25 15:14

The City of Cape Town reports that dredging at Zeekoevlei is in full swing, with substantial progress achieved.

South Africa economy posts modest 0.8% GDP growth in Q2

By SAPeople Staff Writer 10-09-25 13:50

South Africa’s economy grew by 0.8% in real GDP in the second quarter of 2025, indicating a modest recovery.

Government says Walmart’s entry into SA shows strong investor confidence

By SAPeople Staff Writer 10-09-25 13:31

The South African government says Walmart’s investment reflects confidence in the country’s economic direction.

South Africa swiftly denounces Israel’s attack in Qatar

By Dumani Moyo 10-09-25 13:05

The South African government has denounced the Israeli Defence Force’s “illegal” and “unprovoked” attack in Doha, Qatar.

Four new international flights launching from South Africa in 2025

By Dumani Moyo 10-09-25 09:50

South Africa is expanding its route network this year. Here’s a look at the international and regional flights taking off…

Cape Town opens its first drive-through vehicle licence renewal centre

By Dumani Moyo 10-09-25 07:42

For the first time in Cape Town, motorists can now renew their vehicle licence discs without leaving their cars.

Cape Town tops the list of South Africa’s priciest suburbs

By SAPeople Staff Writer 10-09-25 07:30

The country’s five most expensive suburbs, each with an average house price above R20 million, are all situated in Cape Town.

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