Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha South African Soprano WINS Song Prize at Cardiff Singer of the World Competition

South African Soprano WINS Song Prize at Cardiff Singer of the World Competition

By SAPeople 18-06-21 16:34

Fabulous South African soprano – Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha – has won the Song Prize at the prestigious BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2021. The 27-year-old rose to victory – against finalists from Madagascar, Wales, South Korea and Austria – with a mix of popular Lieder, South African song (in Xhosa!) and spirituals. “Masabane Cecilia […]

WATCH Friends Sing Theme Song in Carpool Karaoke with James Corden

By SAPeople 17-06-21 22:33

The Late Late Show host, James Corden, has released extra footage from the popular Friends Reunion (watch it in SA here)… that includes the actors singing along to the TV show’s theme song, the Rembrandt’s “I’ll be there for you”. In the extra video, broadcast last night, James is seen heading to the Warner Brothers […]

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Monaco Commemorates 10th Anniversary of Royal Wedding with Stamps

By SAPeople 17-06-21 10:28

The tenth anniversary of the royal wedding of Prince Albert II of Monaco, to former South African athlete Charlene Wittstock, is being commemorated in the principality with the issue of three new stamps. The first features a photo of the couple on their wedding day 10 years ago, in July 2011. The second is a […]

Third Largest Diamond in the World Discovered in Botswana

Third Largest Diamond in the World Discovered in Botswana

By SAPeople 16-06-21 21:00

Botswana has announced the discovery of a diamond which they say is the third largest in the world. The whopping 1,098.3 carat diamond, was found on 1 June 2021. Holding the precious stone, President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi commended Debswana Diamond Company’s discovery, their largest to date. The largest diamond ever was discovered in South Africa […]

Algoa Bay in South Africa Becomes Prestigious Whale Heritage Site

Algoa Bay in South Africa Becomes Prestigious Whale Heritage Site

By SAPeople 16-06-21 09:54

Algoa Bay in South Africa has been awarded the Whale Heritage Site accolade, making South Africa the only country in the world with two accredited sites. Whale Heritage Sites are a global accreditation scheme developed by the World Cetacean Alliance and supported by World Animal Protection, that recognise a community’s commitment to respect and celebrate […]

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WATCH Hilarious UK Gogglebox Viewers Watching SA’s My Octopus Teacher

By SAPeople 14-06-21 16:25

My Octopus Teacher, the Oscar-winning South African documentary about a Western Cape man’s special friendship with a female octopus, has spawned numerous videos and spoofs. Here’s the latest video that’s been going viral on social media – showing viewers on the UK’s Gogglebox watching the Netflix show. Their comments are classic. When well-known SA writer Max […]

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South Africa Beats West Indies in First Test, with Rabada on the Rampage

By SAPeople 13-06-21 00:36

South Africa’s Proteas cricket team has won the first Test match against the West Indies, with fast-bowler Kagiso Rabada “on the rampage”… helping his team to victory by taking five wickets. The Proteas won – before lunch – by one innings and 63 runs. Cricket South Africa said: “A clinical performance by the #Proteas sees […]

President Ramaphosa Arrives in the UK for G7 Summit

WATCH President Ramaphosa Arrives in the UK for G7 Summit

By SAPeople 12-06-21 21:49

President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Cornwall in the United Kingdom (UK) for the G7 Leaders’ Summit. Although South Africa is not part of the G7, he is attending the Summit at the invitation of the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Which countries are in the G7? The G7 (Group of Seven) comprises the following […]

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Major Reforms Announced for South Africa This Week, Welcomed by ANC Caucus

By SAPeople 11-06-21 13:59

The ANC Parliamentary Caucus says it welcomes some of the major reforms for South Africa announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa and Ministers in the last few days. Yesterday, Thursday 10 June 2021, President Ramaphosa announced strategic steps to reform South Africa’s electricity sector towards the achievement of a stable and secure supply of energy. “We […]

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South African Airways Set to Fly High Again as Consortium Buys 51% Stake

By SAPeople 11-06-21 12:32

South African Airways will continue to fly thanks to a consortium which will purchase a 51% stake in the airline, which suffered great losses during the Jacob Zuma presidency years when his close ally Dudu Myeni was chairperson. The consortium – named as Takatso Consortium – will pay R3-billion, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan announced […]

Akini Simbine wins Diamond League 100m

SA’s Akani Simbine WINS 100m at Diamond League Event in Italy

By SAPeople 10-06-21 23:02

South African athlete Akani Simbine has won the 100 metre event at the Diamond League meeting in Florence, Italy. The smile on his face says it all! SA’s 100 metre men’s champion (and reigning Commonwealth Games gold medallist) had a slow start but sprinted to victory – in 10.08sec – at the 2021 Pietro Mennea […]

The Kiffness Teams Up with the One Pound Fish Man

WATCH The Kiffness Teams Up with the One Pound Fish Man

By SAPeople 10-06-21 17:53

The Kiffness continues to conquer the world. The South African musician who has teamed up with everyone from his dad to a hadeda… and whose recent Alugalug Cat video spawned several international covers (and was shared by Hollywood celeb Ryan Reynolds), has now teamed up with London East End’s famous ‘One Pound Fish Man’ (£1 […]

Siya Kolisi poses for a portrait in Cape Town, South Africa on February 7, 2021 // Craig Kolesky/Red Bull Photo credit: Red Bull Content Pool

Siya Kolisi on Life at 30 – The Lessons Learnt

By SAPeople Contributor 13-06-21 14:37

Other than observing the commemoration of the historic events that took place in Soweto 1976, National Youth Day also happens to be the birthday of Springbok Captain & Red Bull athlete, Siya Kolisi. Turning 30 this year, Siya shared some of the life lessons that he has learnt along the journey to mark his 30th birthday. Below in the form […]

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