President pays tribute to Dutch anti-apartheid activist Klaas de Jonge

National orders recognize remarkable contributions – Ramaphosa

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 13:28

The National Orders, presented by the President, recognized individuals who have demonstrated bravery and fostered international friendship. National Orders are the highest awards that a country through its President, bestows on citizens and emminent foreign nationals who have contributed towards the advancement of democracy and have put themselves at the service of the country and […]

Cape Town property rates

Step-by-step: How to check your NEW Cape Town property rates from 1 July

By Garrin Lambley 22-05-23 13:18

The City of Cape Town’s General Valuation Roll 2022 (GV2022) has now closed for public inspection – and complaints. WIN | SOCCER QUIZ | FIVE simple answers could win you R500 in cash! According to BusinessTech, the General Valuation determines what contributions property owners make to the shared rates account. Rates are used for services shared by all residents, such […]

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World Rugby honours Blitzboks dynamo Ricardo Duarttee with top award

By Garrin Lambley 22-05-23 13:10

Blitzboks star Ricardo Duarttee was among the 2023 World Rugby Sevens Series award winners announced on Sunday following the conclusion of the season in London. ALSO READ: Curtain falls on Blitzboks’ turbulent season The outstanding performers were honoured at a ceremony held at the Twickenham Stadium on Sunday evening following the 11th and final round of […]

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Infrastructure-led development: insights from Ghana and Kenya

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 13:06

Infrastructure-led development is one of the main focus in Africa. The African Union’s flagship Agenda 2063 initiative prioritises it. Infrastructure-led development is one of the main focus in Africa. The African Union’s flagship Agenda 2063 initiative prioritises large-scale infrastructure development and promises to “link the continent by rail, road, sea and air”. This is being […]

SARB interest rate on hold

Interest rate hike THIS WEEK for suffering South Africans

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 12:49

Those South Africans in debt are set to face further pain later this week with interest rates wildly expected to be hiked. Those South Africans in debt are set to face further pain later this week with interest rates wildly expected to be hiked. WIN | SOCCER QUIZ | FIVE simple answers could win you R500 […]

Ramaphosa warns ministers

KZN man arrested for distributing pornographic images with faces of Ramaphosa and Cele [Sensitive Content]

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 12:32

A 34-year-old man from KwaZulu-Natal has been arrested for allegedly distributing pornographic images with faces of Ramaphosa and Cele. The Hawks in KwaZulu-Natal have arrested a 34-year-old man in connection with pornographic images, which had lay over faces of President Cyril Ramaphosa, Bheki Cele and his wife. ALSO READ: Mother and daughter sentenced to life in […]

Court Sets Out New Guidelines for Surrogacy Agreements

Six tips to consider when using pregnancy test kits

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 12:21

If taken correctly, at-home pregnancy test kits can detect pregnancy with 99 percent accuracy. Here’s how to ace it. For years, women had to guess whether they were pregnant, but things have changed from critical tests and ultrasounds to mini-test kits. However, at-home test kits have proven to be the most desired. But how accurate […]

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Get-rich-quick schemes: know when, how you’re being scammed

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 12:03

Get-rich-quick schemes have put consumers into trouble since they are under a lot of financial strain. Scammers have taken advantage of this. Get-rich-quick schemes have put consumers into trouble since they are under a lot of financial strain. The World Economic Forum reports that the cost-of-living crisis is affecting people across the globe. With food […]

The Springboks and All Blacks before their 2015 RWC semi-final at Twickenham.

Rugby World Cup 2023: All the qualified teams

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 11:45

After a long and arduous qualifying process, the final lineup of Rugby World Cup 2023 has been settled. After a long and arduous qualifying process, the final lineup of Rugby World Cup 2023 has been settled. Qualifying started at the previous Rugby World Cup in Japan with the quarterfinalists joined by the four highest ranked […]

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Parents charge teen daughter R3.8k rent to live with them

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 11:30

Erika and Cody Archie are topping trends after they revealed that they charge their 19-year-old daughter R3 800 rent to live with them. A Texas couple is making headlines after they disclosed that they charge their 19-year-old daughter $200 (R3800) in rent to live with them after she decided not to go to college. The […]

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Minister of Electricity to visit coal-powered Kusile Power station

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 11:16

During the visit, the Minister of Electricity will receive a status report on the measures taken to bring back four units at Kusile. The Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will, tomorrow, Monday, 22 May, visit the Kusile Power Station. PURPOSE TO VISIT KUSILE POWER STATION IN MPUMALANGA The visit to Kusile is part of the […]

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City open to selling star man to Kaizer Chiefs on ONE condition

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 10:58

Cape Town City will be at the negotiating table with Kaizer Chiefs and Sundowns for a star player. They hold all the cards though. Cape Town City hold all the cards as Khanyisa Mayo continues to attract interest from Kaizer Chiefs, Sundowns and abroad. ICYMI: Amakhosi bid farewell to attacking duo? GLAMOUR BOYS: Dream Kaizer Chiefs XI […]

cholera outbreak

Three-year-old among 12 dead due to Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 10:32

The Gauteng Department of Health confirmed a Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal. Two children have died as the death toll increases. The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that the death toll due to the Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal has increased to 12. According to the department, lab results of stool specimens of 19 people who presented […]

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Kruger National Park: Rare sighting of hippo out of water feeding – VIDEO

By Garrin Lambley 22-05-23 10:32

A Kruger National Park game ranger has shared a video clip of a hippo feeding in the grass in broad daylight. PICTURE | Caracal hit by vehicle on Suikerbossie near Llandudno, survives REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, the ranger captioned the post: “It’s […]

Handre Pollard takes it up for the Boks.

Springboks get important Pollard injury status update

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 10:18

The Springboks can breathe a sigh of relief after getting a welcome injury update on first-choice flyhalf Handre Pollard. The Springboks have been given a pertinent update on flyhalf Handre Pollard injury after his club, the Leicester Tigers, disclosed the prognosis of his injury. LIVE UPDATES: SPRINGBOKS’ ROAD TO THE RUGBY WORLD CUP The Springboks’ No […]

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Gauteng Health confirms Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 09:54

A number of people who had the same symptoms were admitted at Jubilee Hospital in Hammanskraal. A Cholera outbreak has been confirmed. The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that the diarrhoeal outbreak in Hammanskraal is Cholera. According to the department, lab results of stool specimens of 19 people who presented at Jubilee District Hospital with […]

Joke of the Day

Joke of the Day: Start your week with a laugh

By Garrin Lambley 22-05-23 09:54

Laughter is the best medicine and South Africans in Mzansi and abroad could certainly do with a dose of the giggles these days! Dear Math Grow up and solve your own problems. Do you have a favourite joke you’d like to share? If so, send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211 and we’ll publish the ones that […]

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Fuel price latest: Petrol, diesel losing battle against weak rand

By Garrin Lambley 22-05-23 09:46

It’s still too early to predict what lies ahead for both petrol and prices in early June, but the latest data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) remains good for motorists in South Africa, BUT … MUST READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 SHOPPERS | Cheapest groceries in South Africa: Checkers v Woolworths […]

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Kaizer Chiefs star hospitalised after horror tackle

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 09:42

Look away Kaizer Chiefs fans, the latest update on Amakhosi star Ashley Du Preez is worrying after being involved in a horror tackle. AmaKhosi star Ashley Du Preez has reportedly been hospitalised following Saturday’s loss against Cape Town City. Du Preez was on the receiving end of a reckless tackle by City man Taariq Fielies, […]

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Reading literacy: steps to address literacy crisis in South Africa

By Mimi Mfundisi 22-05-23 09:28

Reading literacy has raised concern among education stakeholders in the country. Kunyashe is a Grade 1 pupil in Cape Town, South Africa. Reading literacy has raised concern among education stakeholders in the country. Kunyashe is a Grade 1 pupil in Cape Town, South Africa. She’s very focused on her schoolwork. She shares a tiny one-roomed […]

Eastern Cape dam levels

Dam levels: Eastern Cape water levels – weekly update

By Garrin Lambley 22-05-23 09:26

The Eastern Cape province is also expected to have less rain during the upcoming winter season, which means the dam water levels will decline over the period. ALSO READ: Dam levels: Eastern Cape dam water levels weekly update Just like many other provinces, the costal province is expecting a dry winter season ahead. However, the province […]

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Cholera outbreak kills 10 near Pretoria

By Garrin Lambley 21-05-23 20:20

An outbreak of cholera has killed at least 10 people near Pretoria, health authorities said on Sunday, urging the public to be “extra vigilant”. ALSO READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 The Department of Health in Pretoria’s Gauteng province said 95 people visited a local hospital since Monday showing cholera symptoms, including […]

Ramaphosa warns ministers

South African ministers’ lavish home expenses raise eyebrows

By Garrin Lambley 21-05-23 20:06

The home expenses of South African ministers came under intense scrutiny on Sunday after it was revealed that vast sums have been spent on curtains, kitchens and killing cockroaches. MUST READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 The leading opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), said it was submitting […]

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