If you regard yourself as a pro shopper, brace yourself for Black Friday.  It is that time of the year again where millions of consumers will be flocking to different stores in the hope of finding huge discounts on big-ticket items or basics that do not often go on sale. Traditionally Black Friday takes place […]

The official trailer for ‘Zulu Wedding’, the much anticipated romantic-comedy from producer/director Lineo Sekeleoane, has just been released! Watch it right here: Watch the Zulu Wedding – official trailer https://youtu.be/sP2IXewPkw0 The film will be released nationwide on Friday, 23 February 2018, by Ster Kinekor Entertainment. Unashamedly romantic, glamorous and hilarious all at the same time, the film […]

An uplifting story of fate, faith and inconvenience is being shared in Durban, South Africa. Durban resident Nicole Cilliers shared her story on Instagram, starting with a quote from ‘Reckless Love’ – “There’s no shadow you won’t light up, mountain you won’t climb up coming after me.” Nicole said: This is my new friend Simon. […]

South African actress Lara Lipschitz has won the award for Best Actress at the New York City Web Fest, which was held over the weekend in the USA. “I’m bringing that trophy home!” Lara wrote excitedly on her public facebook page. Lara entered with her series ‘Chin Up’ (watch a couple of episodes below), a […]

Engen has done it again! Remember the cool video last year when the petrol attendants in Cape Town performed a brilliantly choreographed song and dance? Well, last week they produced a similarly awesome video to put a smile on South Africans’ faces – a flashmob at Engen 1 Stop Winelands surprised motorists stopping by on the […]

Here’s this week’s extended 90-minute Carte Blanche line-up, available for South Africans in SA on Sunday and for expats from Tuesday by subscribing to Showmax International. Opioid Substitution Therapy Heroin is one of the most addictive drugs in the world and millions of addicts are simply unable to overcome the addiction. In South Africa, heroin rehabilitation […]

Springbok captain Eben Etzebeth said on Friday that his team is looking forward to test themselves against a very good Irish team on Saturday at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. “We know it’s going to be a real tough Test but we are looking forward to resuming our battle against the Irish. We had an […]

A young 12-year-old South African girl from the Western Cape, known as the ‘Facebook Diva’, is taking the internet by storm with her ‘Lekker Bekkie’ videos… and the good vibes she sends out are now coming right back to her! After reporting on Logan Harnick* this morning, Daily Voice said they were inundated with offers […]

Richard Branson’s Virgin Atlantic held its sixth event in its ‘Business is an Adventure’ series… in South Africa today. The series uncovers secrets on how business leaders, entrepreneurs and influencers make the adventure of business epic. Watch below as Branson was joined for a panel discussion, alongside social media icon and YouTube sensation Caspar Lee (who recently […]

Here’s a fantastic message from South African comedian Carvin H. Goldstone, who has just completed a headlining comedy tour of the Middle East… taking a taste of home to expats abroad. Carvin was so blown away by the good vibe that South Africans abroad have sent out to the world about being South African, that […]

The devastation caused by the Gordon’s Bay Fire in South Africa, which engulfed the area earlier this week, has fanned the community spirit in the area. With strong winds feeding it, the fire raged through the region burning down at least four houses, two sub-stations, a vegan deli and restaurant and an entire horse farm […]

One of South Africa’s biggest cities, Cape Town, is gripped by a rising panic. People are haunted by the idea that they may soon have to queue for water, carefully rationed out by local authorities under the watchful eye of the army. But these doomsday scenarios need to be tempered. It’s true that the first […]

The launch of ‘The President’s Keepers‘ at Hyde Park on Wednesday evening began with protesters outside (protesting for media freedom under the threat of the book being banned)… and ended with a power outage! Photos by Andrea Ben. Author Jacques Pauw took centre stage at the Hyde Park shopping centre, with crowds packed to the […]

BBC Travel has posted a video of South Africa’s legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive (aka Chappies), saying: “We were unaware that we were about to embark on the most scenic drive of our lives.” Unfortunately – as pointed out by many South Africans viewing the video – the footage of the 9km route doesn’t actually include […]

By Friday 17 November, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will have signed a contract with the SA Post Office (SAPO) for the payment of over 17 million grants. This “hybrid model” will include SASSA, SAPO, Home Affairs and the State Security Agency. Jeff Radebe, minister in the Presidency and chairperson of the Interministerial […]

Paul Harris, former CEO at FirstRand Bank, delivered a powerful speech at the Maritzburg College Old Boys and Friends of College Inaugural Captain’s Dinner last week, concluding with commentary on the current state of affairs in South Africa. Harris, who was Head Prefect in 1967, was Guest of Honour and Guest Speaker at the event, […]

A beautiful story of love for a special man in Randburg, who sells roses, has been shared on social media this week. Gauteng resident, Jelena Mandic, posted a message a few days ago about Ambrose… which evoked memories from many. “Ambrose has been a part of so many lives, so many first dates…” Jelena told […]

Over the last 20 years Johannesburg has become an intense wholesale and retail centre for local hawkers and for traders from all over sub-Saharan Africa. Billions of rands worth of fast fashion is sold annually in the traditional central business district and in 20 large Chinese shopping malls west of the inner city. It is […]

A convoy of 30 trucks, carrying 1,500 bales of feed, set off on Tuesday morning from Mpumalanga to the drought-stricken Western Cape, thanks to the incredibly kind donation of farmer Jannie Neuhoff… showing how farmers still care for one another amidst difficult economic times. Neuhoff, of Neuhoff Farms in Delmas, has donated approximately R500,000 worth […]

If you are visiting Johannesburg, then Soweto Township is a place to visit before leaving the city, to experience the vibrant street life and witness some historical sites offering a unique kasi sightseeing experience. As South Africa’s most famous township, Soweto has a rich history with significant historical sites, different lifestyles, cultures and fashion which […]

South African expats in the UK gathered outside the South African High Commission on Saturday, 04 November 2017, for a peaceful protest to raise awareness and show support for those affected by farm attacks. Not even the pouring rain could dampen the spirits of those who trekked to Trafalgar Square in London to protest and […]

Here’s a video that proves Mom always knows best. The video was filmed by Dalene Preston this morning at Punda Maria in the Kruger National Park. “Will mom be able to rescue her little one?” asks Dalene on YouTube. WATCH Baby Elephant Tumbles Into Water Hole at Kruger National Park

Joburger’s black and white questions on his Facebook page continue to be popular amongst South Africans. Here are the latest three with some of the most “liked” replies… So what have Black People in South Africa learnt from other races? Mabuyi Ndlela: PRIORITIES!!!!! Investing in property and saving for kids’ education is more important than […]

Last week South African expat, Heather Rodd-Young, was so moved by the plight of those living on farms in South Africa – from farmers to farm workers – that she responded to a request by many social media commenters to set up a fundraising effort to help those back home. The beneficiaries will be the […]

It seems inventing new words comes naturally to Presidents. Not to be outdone by American President Donald Trump’s “Nambia” and “Covfefe“, South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma came up with his own new word on Thursday – “Meando’s”. Watch below. While answering DA Leader Mmusi Maimane – and twisting Maimane’s words – Zuma joked that “you […]