Drivers licence card machine back in full production

Driver’s license renewal delays: How bad is the backlog?

By TheSouthAfrican.com 20-06-23 12:03

If you were to renew your driver’s license today, you’d have 350 000 people ahead of you waiting in the queue. In the wake of two week’s routine maintenance back in April this year, and yet another breakdown of the country’s only card printing machine, the Department of Transport (DOT) has publicised that there is […]

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Orlando Pirates make decision on Zakhele Lepasa-report

By Yolulwe Qoshe 20-06-23 11:47

Although it is no secret that Orlando Pirates are in the market for a striker, they already have a whole host of them at the club as it stands. READ | TIM SUKAZI DELIVERS ORLANDO PIRATES A CRUSHING TRANSFER BLOW! Besides those already at the club and struggling, there are the likes of Lepasa who were sent […]

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Veldskoen for school: SA’s new footwear for students

By Lorne Philpot 20-06-23 11:17

Veldskoen, locally known as Vellies, is a uniquely South African shoe. The brand is typically made from vegetable-tanned leather or soft hide uppers that are attached to a leather footbed and rubber sole, without using any tacks or nails. Nowadays, it is no surprise when spotting people from other corners of the world wearing Veldskoen. […]

obesity

Shock fact: South Africa an obese nation

By Lorne Philpot 20-06-23 11:21

South Africans are following in the footsteps of other countries where obesity has been a major issue for a long time. This is not good news for the nation which is already under pressure from a number of daily challenges such as power and water outages and increasing crime levels. ALSO READ: Top 10 tips […]

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Where does South Africa rank in car manufacturing worldwide?

By TheSouthAfrican.com 20-06-23 10:59

Despite our social and economic challenges locally, South Africa ranks impressively in worldwide car manufacturing. Car manufacturing worldwide is going through unprecedented change with the shift from internal combustion engines (ICEs) to electric vehicles (EVs). According to Motor1, roughly 90 million new cars are built and sold each year in 195 countries around the world. ALSO […]

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Court proceedings to shed more light on Thabo Bester escape

By Storm Simpson 20-06-23 10:31

Thabo Bester and the eight individuals accused of helping him escape from the Mangaung Correctional Centre (MCC) will return to the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 20 June. The matter was postponed for further investigation, and another suspect was arrested during this period. READ: Inside Thabo Bester’s scams: Dr Pashy says she paid millions for Oprah […]

South Africa's ANC holds conference to elect new leadership, in Johannesburg

At long last: ANC to elect new leadership in the Western Cape this weekend

By Storm Simpson 20-06-23 10:18

The ANC in the Western Cape will hold its much-delayed ninth provincial conference at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from Friday to Sunday, 23 to 25 June. REBUILDING STRUCTURES: INTERIM PROVINCIAL COMMITTEE PAVED WAY FOR ELECTIVE CONFERENCE The party expects 700 delegates to take part in the elective conference. The party has been without […]

Daily Lotto

Daily Lotto: Here are Monday, 19 June’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 19-06-23 22:15

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

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Herschelle Gibbs bowls a maiden over: Set to tie the knot

By Garrin Lambley 19-06-23 18:07

Former Proteas great Herschelle Gibbs is engaged. MUST WATCH | Our two favourite Herschelle Gibbs memories After a string of failed romances and baby mama drama, Gibbs has found love in the arms of a bombshell brunette, reported The South African website in late May this year. Gibbs, now 49, has been cricket’s “bad boy” for decades thanks to his involvement […]

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When is the next long weekend in South Africa?

By Garrin Lambley 19-06-23 17:57

South Africans are coming off a long weekend thanks to last Friday’s Youth Day public holiday – and are already looking forward to the next one. How Lucky can you get? Bet on Lucky Numbers with payouts up to R15 Million! As reported by The SAPeople website, Mzansi will have 14 public holidays in 2023 – which includes an additional two days off […]

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R1.7 million Comrades Marathon winner remains a security guard

By Rae Seleme 19-06-23 20:21

Two-time Comrades Marathon winner Tete Dijana says he won’t quit his job as a security guard after receiving R1.7 million. ALSO READ: How some runners cheated the Comrades Marathon TETE DIJANA EARNED R1.7 MILLION MONEY City Press reports that Northwest-based Comrades Marathon winner Tete Dijana recently received R1.7 million prize money after winning this year’s race. According […]

Car affordability in SA

Here’s how badly South Africa ranks in car affordability

By TheSouthAfrican.com 19-06-23 17:44

A new study on car affordability has found that South Africa ranks worst when comparing the ratio of car prices to average disposable income in the country. According to the study conducted by Compare the Market Australia, and reported on by BusinessLive. South Africa ranks worse than Columbia, Peru, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. CAR […]

Fuel myths

Don’t be fooled: Fuel-saving myths debunked

By TheSouthAfrican.com 19-06-23 17:39

There are plenty of fuel-saving myths doing the rounds on the internet. And with fuel prices at record levels, you can always do that bit extra to save money on fuel each month. ALSO READ: Here’s how badly SA ranks in car affordability Here we’re going to debunk a few of the crazy fuel hacks that are circling the […]

Temba Bavuma and Boucher Revel in Sweet Proteas Summer

Bavuma, Miller and Markram lead CSA Awards list

By Wade Pretorius 19-06-23 17:36

Temba Bavuma, Aiden Markram, Anrich Nortje, and David Miller all feature prominently among the men’s nominees for the 2023 CSA Awards. Cricket South Africa has unveiled the nominees for the annual CSA Awards in recognition of ‘A Summer to Celebrate’ from an unforgettable 2022-23 season. BAVUMA IN THE MIX Temba Bavuma, Aiden Markram, Anrich Nortje, […]

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Kruger Park: Who doesn’t like seeing a herd of elephants cross the road?

By Garrin Lambley 19-06-23 17:30

A Kruger National Park game ranger has posted a video clip of a herd of elephants crossing the road. PICTURE | Kruger National Park: How many zebras can you see? PICTURE | Kruger Park: Impala pictured with horns growing BACKWARDS The herd contained adults as well as several adorable younger elephants. REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions […]

British Pound Sterling

Pound is set for 6 month high after central bank rate decisions

By Mercury 19-06-23 17:26

Reuters: The pound is set for its biggest weekly rise in six months on Friday after days of economic data and central bank rate decisions, and ahead of the Bank of England’s monetary policy meeting this week. BRITISH POUND IS SET FOR 6 MONTH HIGH At 0900 GMT, the pound was at $1.279, up less […]

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World’s most spoken languages in 2023: See the Top 8 list here

By Lorne Philpot 19-06-23 17:23

People speak various languages across the globe. Here is a list of the EIGHT most popular ones that are spoken in the world. With so many languages being spoken by people across the world, there is often a question about which are the most spoken or popular ones. Many countries have several official languages so […]

Western Cape dam levels

Cape Town dam levels near capacity as rain lashes the Western Cape

By Garrin Lambley 19-06-23 17:16

The official dam level stats in the Western Cape have skyrocketed in recent weeks following ongoing heavy rainfall and show that three of the six dams are currently exceeding capacity. How Lucky can you get? Bet on Lucky Numbers with payouts up to R15 Million! IT’S BACK! | Hellmann’s mayonnaise returns to shelves in South Africa The six major […]

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Miraculous escape for driver in Cape Town traffic – PHOTO

By Garrin Lambley 19-06-23 17:12

One Cape Town driver can thank their lucky stars after reportedly walking away unscathed from an horrific-looking incident in peak traffic on Monday, 19 June. As reported by the 1Second Facebook page, the M3 Southbound was closed at UCT mid-morning after a tree landed on the windscreen and bonnet of a bakkie. They don’t call it […]

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Pitso hires former Chiefs star

By Siseko Gwegwe 19-06-23 16:18

Not a lot of Kaizer Chiefs supporters will easily remember Tlou Molekwane. He only made 15 appearances in three seasons. ALSO READ: Maritzburg star leaves, should Amakhosi pounce? ALSO READ: Kaizer Chiefs star buys parents a car PITSO MOSIMANE LAUNCHES HIS SOCCER SCHOOL, HIRES FORMER KAIZER CHIEFS STAR As reported via social media last week, the Pitso Mosimane […]

Maboneng

Three fun things to do in magical Maboneng

By Sundeeka Mungroo 19-06-23 16:07

Trendy, vibey Maboneng is an urban, creative hub filled with contemporary art galleries, studios and artisan shops and restaurants. It’s a Johannesburg neighbourhood that simply must be visited, at least once. If you do find yourself in the area, here are three things you have to try… THE BIOSCOPE INDEPENDENT CINEMA If you want to catch […]

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Cape Town’s Time Out Market to host top chefs as vendors

By Sundeeka Mungroo 19-06-23 15:35

TOP CULINARY TALENT TO SET UP SHOP AT TIME OUT MARKET Local Cape Tonians and Mother City visitors are in for a treat soon, as the first-ever Time Out Market in Africa will be opening at the V&A Waterfront later this year. Time Out Market, which has taken over the V&A Food Market’s premises, will […]

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UPDATE: Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha’s case

By More Mabandi 19-06-23 15:27

Thabo Bester, as he was a wanted man, was reportedly trailed by South African Crime Intelligence agents to Tanzania in April 2023. There, they watched him for a time before making a move on a Friday night. Dr Nandipha Magudumana, Thabo Bester, and a supposedly helping Mozambican national were all detained in Arusha. Following coordinated […]

SA's stance on Russia-Ukraine conflict

Cyril Ramaphosa hails ‘historic’ Ukraine peace mission after talks

By AFP 19-06-23 15:16

South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday hailed an African mission to broker peace in Ukraine as “historic” upon returning from talks in Kyiv and Saint Petersburg that however did not yield any immediate results. DIARISE | When is the next long weekend in South Africa? The high-profile delegation met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday before flying to Russia to speak […]

Gautrain strike looming: Here’s what workers are demanding

By Nokwanda Ncwane 19-06-23 15:02

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) says it is outrageous that Bombela Operating Company which operates the Gautrain wants to abolish staff cards that allow workers to travel to and from work using the train for free. NUMSA which was engaging in wage talks has deadlocked with the Gautrain management. The union has also […]

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