The White House said Tuesday it shared concerns over South Africa’s relationship with Russia after lawmakers called for the longtime US partner’s expulsion from a major trade pact. Four senior members of the US Congress across party lines asked whether South Africa should remain in the African Growth and Opportunity Act, or AGOA, which offers duty-free […]

Watch as the much-anticipated annual Sardine Run attracts hundreds of people to beaches in the Amanzimtoti area. Hundreds of people are flocking to the beaches in the Amanzimtoti area as sardine fever hits KwaZulu-Natal. WATCH AS THE SARDINE FEVER HITS KWAZULU-NATAL According to a report by the SouthCoast Sun, boats have been launching at Amanzimtoti Main Beach on […]

The Department of Transport earlier this year said it aims to roll out new digital driving licence cards in South Africa this financial year as it pushes towards greater virtualisation and automation of the Driving Licence Card Account (DLCA). ALSO READ: Two BIG changes coming to WhatsApp that you should know of HERE ARE THE SIX BIG […]

Here’s why the true cost of car ownership is 50% more than it was two years ago. Following on from our story on recent vehicle repayment increases due to inflation we thought we’d look a little deeper at the true cost of car ownership. A 475 basis-point increase since November 2021 has pushed the prime lending […]

UK TO INTRODUCE ‘ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION’ SYSTEM International visitors to the UK will now have to pay a fee in order to enter the county.Beginning in November this year, the UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system will come into effect and essentially requires all visa-waivering countries to pay a fee before travel is permitted. […]

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has urged South Africans to contact them before accepting overseas job offers after a young woman from Limpopo fell victim to a teaching job scam in Thailand. DIRCO spokesperson Clayson Monyela sounded the alarm as he responded to a tweet from a community leader asking for donations […]

As South Africans worldwide celebrate the return of their beloved SA citizenship (which many had inadvertently lost when they acquired second citizenships), Hollywood actor and producer Stelio Savante – who has over 135 international credits to his name – sums up the joy and gratitude that he and thousands of South Africans abroad are feeling […]

A bogus ‘applicant’ was arrested at the South African Council for Educators (SACE) headquarters in Centurion Gauteng Province for presenting a fake certificate and transcript on Monday,12 June 2023. BOGUS TEACHER BEHIND BARS FOR FRAUD The 41-year-old bogus female applicant, residing within the Gauteng Province was arrested by the Lyttleton police officers after attempting to apply […]

The National Assembly has passed the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill, paving the way for “universal healthcare” in South Africa. According to a report by News24 a total of 205 MPs in the parliament voted in favour of the NHI Bill, while 125 voted against it. ALSO READ: Parliament engages with The Elders about controversial NHI Bill […]

With tax season just around the corner, we’ve answered some FAQs to help with your 2023 SARS tax return. FAQ 2023 SARS TAX RETURN Yes, it’s almost that time of year again: SARS tax return filing for individuals. The 2023 start date is 7 July 2023, running to November 2023. As it is every year, […]

It’s been 28 years since South Africa famously won the 1995 Rugby World Cup. We take a look at where the Springbok heroes are today. South Africa unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. Where are the Springbok heroes today? FOR THE LATEST RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 […]

Connie Ferguson is one of the most celebrated actresses from SA having close to 30 years of experience in the profession. She is famous for her appearance in Generations, a popular South African soapie as Karabo Moroka in 1994. She is also recognised for being on the cover of the 2018 Forbes Woman Africa magazine. ALSO READ: ‘Beast […]

Bulls lock Charlie Ewels has been selected in England’s first World Cup training squad, which was revealed by coach Steve Borthwick. Ewels signed for the Bulls from English Premiership club Bath on loan while nursing his way back from an injured ACL and has been a regular feature for the Pretoria-based side in the Currie […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Tuesday, 13 June 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Tuesday, 13 […]

  It’s nearly time for Tuesday, 13 June 2023’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws. Here are the numbers – and hopefully they mean one thing: You are South Africa’s latest multi-millionaire. POWERBALL AND POWERBALL PLUS JACKPOTS ESTIMATED AT: R38 million (PowerBall) R19 million (PowerBall Plus) If you really want your share of the jackpot, you […]

Al-Jama ah has come under attack from other political parties for their anti-gay remarks over the inclusion of the LGBTQIA+ community in the discussion on the parliamentary process on new family policies. Al-Jama ah has told LGBTQIA+ groups to ‘stop forcing its practices on society’ and calls on the government to dismiss any proposals it […]

The City of Cape Town is reportedly spending R5.2 billion on rolling out MyCiti bus services to Phase 2A, formerly known as the Lansdowne-Wetton Corridor. The expansion will accommodate a further 1.5 million commuters across the Metropolitan Municipality. CITY OF CAPE TOWN EXPANDING MYCITI BUS SERVICES According to MyCiti, Phase 2A arises from the City’s Integrated […]

Coffee Bay in the Eastern Cape is the ultimate escape and offers some incredible adventures. Here are five things you HAVE to do … EXPLORE HOLE IN THE WALL Hole in the Wall is a must-visit. Photo: canva The iconic Hole in the Wall should definitely be on your Coffee Bay bucket list. You can […]

Retail giant Woolworths has alerted customers about a fraudulent website which is advertising unbelievable deals. The website in question came to light after a customer noticed that they were having a 70% sale. Thinking it may be too good to be true, the customer tried shopping for infants and realised that this section on the […]

The Gauteng Department of Education has reminded parents and guardians that the online admission applications for the 2024 academic year will open on Thursday, 15 June. Applications will open on 15 June 2023 at 08:00 and close on 14 July 2023 at 00:00. GAUTENG ONLINE ADMISSION APPLICATIONS TO OPEN The Gauteng Department of Education said after […]

Award-winning afropop musician, Zahara – whose real name is Bulelwa Mkutukana – is ready to walk down the isle. ALSO READ: ‘Drinking to sleep’: Zahara opens up about depression battle A SUMMER WEDDING WILL DO FOR ZAHARA According to Sunday World, sources say that the Loliwe hitmaker will be having a summer wedding in November this year, which will […]

A young South African stewardess has tragically died on a yacht in Nice, in the south of France. The 26-year-old allegedly slipped down an interior staircase, falling so hard she severely damaged her neck, according to the Nice Matin. The freak accident took place on Saturday morning where the 45-metre boat was docked at Papacino […]

A KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) medical doctor, who reportedly loaned motivational speaker and businessman Vusi Thembekwayo a large sum of money, is said to be struggling to locate him in order to serve summons forcing him to pay back the loan of over R390 000. ALSO READ: Ntsiki Mazwai slams Vusi Thembekwayo: ‘Actually a sh*t person’ LAWYERS UNABLE […]

On Monday, 12 June 2023, Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee called on members of the public and organisations to nominate suitable candidates for appointment as the new Public Protector. CLOSING DATE TO NOMINATE NEW PUBLIC PROTECTOR Committee Chairperson Mr Cyril Xaba said applications will also be accepted and the call for nominations and applications is open until […]

Rachel Kolisi, the wife of Springbok captain Siya, has revealed that his documentary ‘Rise: Siya Kolisi Story’ is a hit among Americans. Rachel Kolisi confirmed that the screening of the documentary was sold out at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival in Manhattan, New York. Earlier in the week, Rachel Kolisi revealed, via her Instagram, that […]