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Stock image of a lay-by shopping tag. This image accompanies an article about a good samaritan clearing the lay-by accounts of families in the Eastern Cape

Christmas Miracle: Anonymous angel pays R132k to free 260 South African families’ lay-bys

The Great Christmas Debate: When should you put up the tree?

Why is Klein Constantia Africa’s top vineyard? Here’s what the world just decided

Christmas Miracle: Anonymous angel pays R132k to free 260 South African families’ lay-bys

The Great Christmas Debate: When should you put up the tree?

By SAPeople Staff Writer 01-12-25 20:19

All of a sudden people are behaving like there’s a cash prize for being the first to assemble a plastic pine tree.

Why is Klein Constantia Africa’s top vineyard? Here’s what the world just decided

By James Durrant 26-11-25 20:07

South Africa’s historic Constantia estate has climbed 35 places to become the continent’s highest-ranked vineyard, whilst Minister John Steenhuisen celebrates the nation’s wine tourism boom worth R9.3 billion.

Sky Safari Paragliding, Cape Town South Africa

Paragliding pilot swoops down on fleeing criminal in Cape Town, South Africa

By Jenni Baxter 02-10-23 19:48

Alert paragliding pilot Handré Fouché heard a “very loud scream” and turned back to investigate…

12 SA students selected to work at top Mauritius hotels

By Jenni Baxter 02-10-23 09:25

The students will spend five months gaining international experience at luxury resorts…

Breaking: Springboks nail it in Marseilles. Now the waiting game

By Jenni Baxter 01-10-23 23:00

South Africa beat Tonga tonight. Only a mathematical miracle for Scotland stands in the Springboks’ way…

TV talk show host Jabaar Mohamed shines at SAFTAs

By Fazila Olla 01-10-23 19:07

TV talk show host Jabaar Mohamed was awarded with the Outstanding Person With Disability Contributor Award at the 2023 edition of the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) held in Midrand, Gauteng on Saturday.

Unique SA story about alien love set to stream on Prime

By Jenni Baxter 30-09-23 20:08

Elizabeth Klarer firmly believed she had a child with her extraterrestrial lover…

Cape Town announced as leading African city for climate action

Winter could just be the BEST time for an expat to visit Cape Town: PHOTOS

By Jenni Baxter 30-09-23 18:52

Thank you BRUCE MARAIS for the gorgeous photos! South Africa’s a great place to visit anytime!

Springboks focused on beating Tonga, Rugby World Cup

Springboks focused on defeating Tonga

By Jenni Baxter 30-09-23 14:36

The Springboks’ match against Tonga kicks off at 21h00 on Sunday…

Kevin Fraser South African comedian in Australia

WATCH Africa is a feeling

By Jenni Baxter 30-09-23 12:55

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

Scaling New Heights: Manaslu 8136m Expedition Transforming Lives of South African Youth

SA woman’s daring Himalayan ascent for young South Africans

By Jenni Baxter 28-09-23 21:56

Angela Yeung’s triumphant ascent took place early Monday morning…

Siya Kolisi set for special Springbok milestone on Sunday

By Craig Lewis 28-09-23 17:45

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will achieve a special milestone when he leads the team against Tonga this Sunday.

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The five biggest hidings the Springboks have ever dished out

By James Richardson 28-09-23 15:14

The Springboks need to win and win well when they face Tonga. For inspiration we look at the five biggest wins by the Springboks.

Makazole Mapimpi has Jean de Villiers in his sights

By James Richardson 28-09-23 15:06

Springbok sensation Makazole Mapimpi could be on the fast track to break the try scoring record of Jean De Villiers in the Green and Gold.

Mopane worms

By Andrea Zanin 27-09-23 18:07

I grew up in Limpopo. Fat Baobabs cast shade in dusty daytimes, giving way to drawling Acacia silhouettes and bright orange sunsets. Before the evenings succumbed to bright starry skies that expanded for eons, we went foraging. I’d tag along with the older kids and grownups as they headed into the bushveld on the prowl […]