South Africa have selected a strong team of divers, artistic swimmers, water polo players and open water and pool swimmers to take part in World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan from 14-30 July. WATCH | Clifton 4th Beach LIVE webcam: The sun is out Training through the country’s winter months hasn’t been easy for many of them, particularly the divers. As Zalika Methula explained: “Normally […]

Argentina boss Michael Cheika has named a revamped match 23 for their round two Rugby Championship match against Australia in Sydney on Saturday. The former Wallaby coach wielded the axe with four changes to the starting lineup of Argentina, promoting former Sevens player Rodrigo Isgro for a debut on the wing. ALSO READ: Wallabies lose star […]

The Emmy Award nominations were announced on 12 July, by Yvette Nicole Brown and Television Academy Chairman Frank Scherma; winners will be announced at the Emmy Awards ceremony on 18 September. ALSO READ: 2022 Emmy Awards: ‘The White Lotus’ dominates the field The Emmy Awards just dropped their nominations for the big 2023 ceremony. We’re […]

The drama unfolded on Thursday when Zandile Mafe appeared in court. He shouted that he was indeed the one who set fire to Parliament. WATCH AS ZANDILE MAFE HAS A DRAMATIC OUTBURST The case against Zandile Mafe, the suspected parliament arsonist, resumed at the Western Cape High Court on Thursday. ALSO READ: Parliament fire: More time needed […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa had reasonable grounds to suspend Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane. NEWS JUST IN – IT WAS FOUND THAT RAMAPHOSA HAD GROUND TO SUSPEND MKHWEBANE The Constitutional Court has found that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to suspend Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane was lawful and rational. ALSO READ: Busisiwe Mkhwebane may find herself homeless – Here’s why The Western Cape […]

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 […]

There will be three more interest rate announcements in 2023, the next of which will take place next week on Thursday, 20 July at 15:00. Following that, the remaining dates for the year are Thursday, 21 September and Thursday, 23 November. Early suggestions are there could well be yet another interest rate hike next Thursday, dealing yet another blow to South Africans in […]

American actor Will Smith is filming in Botswana and shared photos and videos via Instagram on 1 July 2023. Despite missing his son’s milestone birthday, this charismatic actor is making the most of his time in the African nation, as he plans for his eventual comeback. ALSO READ: Will Smith trolls his son for not […]

Egypt has invited war-torn Sudan’s neighbours for a summit Thursday to “stop the bloodshed”, the presidency said, with Ethiopia’s premier Abiy Ahmed in Cairo despite tensions over a massive Nile river project. ALO READ: Sudan’s warring sides must face accountability for crimes Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed “discussed ways to […]

According to Police Minister Bheki Cele, the coordinator of the recent attack on trucks along with 12 other possible suspects have been identified. Since Sunday, 21 trucks have been torched on national highways in KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga and Limpopo. “These are organised and sophisticated operations. They are organised in one centre in the northern part of […]

Orlando Pirates could be set to be beaten to yet another target in this transfer window, after news that one of their striker targets could be moving to Europe instead! READ | REVEALED | ORLANDO PIRATES RECEIVE A LIFELINE TO SIGN BAFANA BAFANA WINGER? Pirates also famously lost out to rivals Kaizer Chiefs for the services of Ranga Chivaviro, […]

The Springboks are shaking things up with their risky Springboks goal-kicking strategy for their must-win Rugby Championship match against New Zealand. Ditching a recognized kicker in their starting lineup, the team will instead rely on Damian Willemse, Cheslin Kolbe, and Faf de Klerk to share kicking duties. ALSO READ: Springboks-All Blacks: Team line-ups, stats, facts and kick-off […]

As police continue conducting their investigation and more suspects are added to the Thabo Bester prison escape case. The latest two suspects made their appearances this week before the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court. Here is a summary of the latest happening the case. ACCUSED NUMBER 10,11 AND 12. ALSO READ: Police need help identifying one of the […]

The Post Office joins a string of state-owned entities by going business rescue with yet another government bailout. The South African Post Offices is going into business rescue with yet another government bailout. SAPO has received billions in bailouts over the years without turning a profit. The latest developments mean that thousands of people will lose their […]

The Automobile Association (AA) says it has noted the decision of the Constitutional Court today declaring the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) constitutional, a ruling that overturns an earlier judgement by the Pretoria High Court in January 2022 which dismissed the system as unconstitutional and invalid. WHAT THE AA REALLY THINKS ABOUT THE RULING “The ruling by […]

Huw Edwards has been the reassuring face and voice of the BBC for decades, and was entrusted last year with breaking the news to the world that Queen Elizabeth had died. The softly-spoken, proud Welshman began delivering the nightly news to millions in 1994, and has either anchored or commentated on the UK’s most tumultuous events since then. ALSO READ | REMINDER: When […]

In a bid to mitigate water shortage due to the Rand Water shutdown, Johannesburg Water has provided 149 additional stationary tanks and 65 water trucks across the city. THE DURATION OF THE RAND WATER SHUTDOWN The Rand Water shutdown commenced on Tuesday at 19:00, 11 July and will be completed at 05:00 on Friday, 14 July […]

The Boks got their Test season off to a flying start when they hammered Australia last weekend with a ‘second-string’ side of sorts, while they have mixed and matched with their selections for this Saturday’s clash against the All Blacks. ALSO READ: De Allende and Am closing in on iconic Springboks record The latest selection has […]

No arrests have been made yet following the recovery of Zircon, a semi-precious mineral in shipping containers in Gauteng earlier today, Wednesday, 12 July. POLICE CONFIRM THE RECOVERY OF SEMI-PRECIOUS MINERAL Police spokesperson Captain Amanda Van Wyk confirmed that police in Ekurhuleni District in collaboration with private security services recovered Zircon found in shipping containers to the estimate […]

The highly anticipated Springboks vs. All Blacks clash in the Rugby Championship takes a thrilling turn, transforming into a high-stakes knockout showdown that serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming Rugby World Cup 2023. THE KNOCKOUT SHOWDOWN The highly anticipated clash between the South African Springboks and New Zealand All Blacks has transformed into a high-stakes knockout […]

Orlando Pirates might be in Spain for the pre-season preparations, but they certainly have not stopped casting their eye on developments in Africa. READ | TURKISH TOPFLIGHT SIDE RIVALS ORLANDO PIRATES AND MAMELODI SUNDOWNS FOR TOP TARGET Pirates touch down in Spain with four new signings, but those are expected to be joined by more when […]

Earlier this week it was tragically confirmed that Eben Etzebeth’s father, Harry, had passed away after a long battle with cancer. A decision on whether the Bok lock will continue to play against the All Blacks this weekend, or return home, will be left with him, with Springbok management affording him the time to he […]

Eddie Jones demanded on Thursday that Australia “roll up their sleeves” as he made five changes to his starting team to face Argentina after being thrashed by South Africa in his first game in charge. ALSO READ | All Blacks reveal new-look side to face Springboks Among those missing for Saturday’s clash in Sydney is injured co-captain Michael Hooper, with Fraser McReight replacing […]

At long last, the PSL has confirmed the opening DStv Premiership fixtures. Orlando Pirates will be kicking off with an away trip. ALSO READ: Chiefs to finally sign Bafana and PSL legend? 4 July ALSO READ: Former Chiefs star earning R2 million per month FIRST ORLANDO PIRATES FIXTURE After delighting the Ghost with the MTN8 and Nedbank […]

Wallabies coach Eddie Jones has made five changes to his side for their Rugby Championship clash against Argentina in Sydney on Saturday. ALSO READ: Wallabies out to quiet the crowd Co-captain Michael Hooper has been ruled out with a foot injury, with Reds flanker Fraser McReight coming into the starting side. McReight is joined in the back […]