“Africa is the heart of the world. And there are only a few of us who have been touched by her” – Kevin Fraser

Springbok fans are gathering in Paphos, Cyprus to watch SA vs Ireland, and all other SA matches…

Women’s Day is used to draw attention to the issues women still face in South Africa.

In parliament recently, Sports, Arts, and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa revealed that during a recent dinner gala that had cost the department a whopping R16 million for the night, South African Grammy winners that had attended the event were each given R250 000, Sunday World reported. ZIZI KODWA SHARES 250K TO EACH GRAMMY WINNER This follows after the Democratic Alliance(DA) […]

Cape Town-based SAOTA and ARRCC, along with Poliform, have collaborated for a spectacular exhibition – LIGHT SPACE LIFE – at the prestigious Venice Biennale called Time Space Existence. This exhibition in Italy is hosted by the European Cultural Centre from May 20 to November 26, 2023. The three brands say their collaboration is a natural […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 19 July 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 Wednesday, 19 […]

Painting an animal clinic in a township, passing down knitting skills, soup kitchens and medical students volunteering services to the elderly are just some of the ways South Africans marked Mandela Day. GroundUp attended a few events in Cape Town and Durban. Cape Town Charity organisation Ladles of Love hosted a variety of crafts activities. Volunteers […]

As the country and the world at large commemorate President Nelson Mandela’s birthday, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on everyone to promote peace across the globe. In his weekly newsletter to the nation, President Ramaphosa said everyone is called upon to get involved in peacemaking and peacebuilding processes, which is the fruit of Nelson Mandela’s […]

As South Africa joins the world in commemorating Nelson Mandela Month this July, the government has called on citizens to continue to spread the magic of Madiba by turning the tide against food insecurity and climate change in honour of Nelson Mandela’s legacy. The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), in a statement, described former […]

The highly anticipated Proudly SA Local Wine Expo is back, and promises an unforgettable experience for all wine lovers. The expo is set to take place from Thursday, 13 July to Saturday, 15 July 2023 at the Prison Break Market in Lonehill, Johannesburg. According to Proudly South African, it will bring together about 30 South […]

SOUTH AFRICA’S BIGGEST CULINARY SHOW The Mzanzi Food & Drink Show is hurtling towards your events calendar fast, and it promises to be the biggest culinary show South Africa has ever seen. The food and drink festival, which will take place at the Kyalami Convention Centre in Gauteng, will integrate some of Mzansi’s previous events […]

The hajj – the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which Muslims are expected to make once in their lives if they are able – is expected to begin June 26 and last for five days. In 2023, approximately 2 million pilgrims will participate, close to the annual numbers of pilgrims in years before […]

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Friday, 16 June 2023, lead the National Youth Day commemoration in Mangaung, Free State. Youth Day will focus on “accelerating youth economic emancipation for a sustainable future”. It will also feature an “opportunities expo” with real-time education, funding and mentorship opportunities that young people can access. “The commemoration is […]

Calling all fans of Deacon Blue. The legendary Scottish Pop Rock band is coming to South Africa for the first time ever. And tickets go on sale today. ALSO READ: Sjava and Big Zulu: Get tickets to see the Inkabi Zezwe Tour DEACON BLUE IS COMING TO SA FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER It’s official. The […]

Over 100 people waved rainbow flags and sang as they marched to the Harare police station in Khayelitsha, Cape Town at the weekend. The march marked 10 years of Khumbulani Pride. Khumbulani, “Remember” in isiXhosa, was started in 2013 to raise awareness about queer rights in townships. It also serves as a commemorative event for […]

South African singer and impersonator Belinda Davids will be bringing the Greatest Love of All tour to Johannesburg this August. ALSO READ: Taylor Swift yells at security guard while performing ‘Bad Blood’ Davids is currently on an international tour, bringing the sound of Whitney Houston to audiences across Europe. She will be touring New Zealand next month, before coming […]

With South Africa hosting the 2023 Netball World Cup from 28 July to 6 August, the first to be held on African soil, Cabinet has called on the nation to roll out the red carpet for the competing countries. ALSO READ: Proteas unveil squad for Netball World Cup “With the Netball World Cup taking place in Cape Town, […]

South Africa’s popular musician The Kiffness (real name David Scott) is heading to Europe in September for a tour that’s sure to delight both South Africans living abroad AND all the foreigners who have become huge fans since his famous Alugalug Cat song, and his collaboration with a Ukrainian soldier which helped raise money for […]

Formula 1 has cancelled this weekend’s Imola Grand Prix due to heavy rain and flooding in the northern parts of Italy. On Tuesday, F1 personnel had been instructed to leave the track due to flooding. Five people have been killed by flooding in the region, with thousands evacuated from their homes, SkySports reported on Wednesday. “The F1 […]

The 2023 Durban FilmMart (DFM), Africa’s premier coproduction and finance market, has selected 28 projects for its Pitch and Finance Forum. Under the theme African Constellations, the 14th DFM takes place from 21 – 24 July 2023 as a 4-day physical event in Durban, South Africa.   The Pitch and Finance Forum functions as a crucial […]

South African athlete Akani Simbini has been named as one of four Africans on the Diamond League start list! Akani Simbine forms part of a star-studded lineup set to compete in the 100m event at the Rabat Diamond League in Morocco. The South African speedster will line up next to Ferdinand Omanyala of Kenya, Machmour […]

Cape Town City has been forced to change the game-day venue as Stormers call dibs on DHL Stadium for Saturday. The Cape Town Stadium. Photo: Hansueli Krapf. City have had to move their scheduled DStv Premiership clash against Richards Bay on Saturday, 13 May to the Athlone Stadium. City was set to host Richards Bay […]

On Saturday, 6 May, 150 years of the oldest schoolboy rugby derby in the country – SACS v Bishops – will take place at Bishops. On Saturday, 6 May, 150 years of the oldest schoolboy rugby derby in the country – SACS v Bishops – will take place at Bishops. Photo: SACS website On Saturday, 6 […]

A penumbral lunar eclipse will be visible from South Africa on Friday, 5 May 2023, according to Angelo Ricardo G Hoorn of the Severe Weather and Information Centre SA. ALSO READ: A list of full moons this year – including a BLUE MOON WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SEE THE ECLIPSE? A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs […]

The Stormers will advance to the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship after they face the Bulls, if the bookmakers are indeed correct. Hacjivah Dayimani on the charge for the Stormers. Photo: SA Rugby The Stormers will advance to the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship if the bookmakers are indeed correct. Sure, the game […]