Here’s five things to know about former Miss South African (1992) and Real Housewives van die Wynlande (RHOWL) star Amy Kleinhans-Curd. ALSO READ: ‘Real Housewives van die Wynlande’: Meet the SA cast members 1. FIRST WOMAN OF COLOUR TO WIN MISS SOUTH AFRICA Amy Kleinhans-Curd was the first woman of colour to be crowned Miss South Africa in 1992. […]

Three bark strippers have been arrested after being caught in the act of stripping trees in Newlands Forest in the early hours of yesterday morning, 18 April 2023. Bark stripping has been a devastating problem in Newlands Forest since the late ‘90s, with trees – including some rare ones – dying because the bark is […]

Enjoy another warm and cozy pudding when you make this Amarula pear tart. It’s rich, sweet and great with custard and ice cream! Autumn has reached South Africa which means that it’s also time for warmer desserts to enjoy after big meals. We often enjoy malva and chocolate puddings but you should try our Amarula […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the 2023 National Freedom Day event, which will be held at Manzilpark Stadium in the City of Matlosana, North West. South Africa will celebrate the attainment of freedom and transition to democracy on Thursday, 27 April 2023. President Ramaphosa will lead the national celebrations observed under the theme, […]

The Real Housewives of Johannesburg are finally back after a long wait. Viewers are left wondering if the new season will be worth the wait. The ladies of Jozi are back with some new addition. Image via Twitter @Jabu_MacDonald The prayers of Real Housewives of Johannesburg fans have been finally answered with the announcement of a […]

Minister of Sports Arts and Culture of South Africa Zizi Kodwa appointed local Kwaito icon Zola 7 as one of the Creative Sector Ambassadors. Zizi Kodwa said he appointed Zola 7 as one of the Creative Sector Ambassadors. Image via Twitter @zizikodwa/ @PButheelezi South African Kwaito icon Zola 7—real name Bonginkosi Dlamini was recently appointed as […]

Lynn Forbes revealed “I love you” was among some of the last words her son slain rapper AKA said to her before his death – in an exclusive interview with You. ALSO READ: ‘Kiernan is smiling in heaven’: Zinhle and Nadia posed with Kairo Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, popularly known as AKA’s was shot dead outside of Wish […]

When Micaela Kleinsmith from South Africa was a child she put her picture on fake billboards, but never did she actually dream that her face would one day be emblazoned on not one, but THREE billboards in the USA! Micaela, a former SA Idols contestant, recently won a major global country music competition… and it’s […]

To celebrate the 10th annual Karoo Food Festival, a Karoo Potjie Master competition is being added this year… to prove that “potluck does not come into it when preparing this South African favourite”, say the organisers. The Karoo Food Festival in Cradock is much loved as a national treasure on SA’s culinary scene. The new […]

A Southern African Python weighing 23.95kg and measuring around 3.3m in length was recently caught at a Durban house. Well-known snake catcher Nick Evans said he caught the massive python on Saturday evening at a property in Clare Estate in Durban. ALSO READ: How is SA’s five-year snake-antivenom supply DEPLETED? And it was not an easy […]

It’s time to get cozy with the latest local content on Showmax. There’s also something fun for the little ones too. Beast is currently the most popular film on Showmax. Image: Showmax. The weather is getting cooler, and most South Africans will soon spend their nights indoors, bundled up against the cold. Local content like […]

Stellenbosch University (SU) has apologised to students at some residences after it was found that their rights were violated in 2021 over the ban that had been imposed on the use of Afrikaans when they were instructed to speak only English during their welcoming period. The effect of this policy was that some newcomer students […]

Nobody likes a traffic jam… unless it’s caused by three majestic kings of the Kruger. Graeme Mitchley, an aspiring wildlife photographer captured this super cool roadblock in South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park earlier this month. Graeme told SAPeople: “I was first out the gate at Skukuza and came across these 3 beautiful male lions […]

World Travel Awards Africa 2023 is back and Capetonians are once again urged to show some love and pride by voting for their city. The World Travel Awards are the gold standard for the industry, bringing global attention to local destinations, attractions and operators. ‘We’re asking Capetonians and everyone who loves Cape Town to please […]

As the sun set over the Cape Flats on Sunday, the streets of Manenberg were abuzz with activity. Manenberg Avenue was cordoned off with orange cones, with a long white and gold sheet of paper spread out down the centre of the road. Sweet treats like dates, apples and packets of chips were set out […]

Princess Charlene of Monaco’s fans were delighted to see her looking so healthy and happy at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters, held in the principality over the weekend. French fans said she was a « beauty to behold ». The former South African Olympic swimmer and her husband Prince Albert II, presented the trophy to […]

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced that the City will design, build, and operate a R1,2 billion solar PV plant thanks to international support. The plant near Somerset West will have battery storage capable of providing up to a full stage of load-shedding protection, and is part of a 3-year plan to make Cape […]

Lee-Ann Olwage, a visual storyteller from South Africa, has won 1st place in the professional creative category at the World Photography Organisation. The winners of the various categories of the prestigious Sony World Photography Awards 2023 were announced at a special gala ceremony in London, hosted by broadcaster and art historian Kate Bryan. In Lee-Ann’s award-winning […]

Youth unemployment remains one of the most significant challenges facing South African youth today so the City of Cape Town’s Social Development and Early Childhood Development Department’s invitation to young entrepreneurs to apply for participation in the annual #YouthStartCT entrepreneurial challenge is sorely needed. It will provide participants with opportunities to learn business skills and […]

The National Skills Fund is expected to launch a training package in digital skills for unemployed youth in the country. This was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his weekly newsletter. According to the President, the move is aimed at ensuring that as investment into the digital economy continues to grow, South Africans are able […]

While Givemore Mudzinganyama landed ‘the big fish’ at the Two Oceans 56km Marathon, it was once again a triumph for Gerda Steyn in the Women’s Two Oceans, smashing the record she set last year with her fourth successive win in ‘The World’s Most Beautiful Marathon’. In fact SA’s beloved athlete from the Free State was […]

Teen swimming sensation Pieter Coetzé wrapped up the SA National Aquatic Championships in Gqeberha with another Olympic qualifying time on Sunday. The 18-year-old, who has already recorded a qualifying time for Paris 2024 in the 100m backstroke, added the 200m backstroke time, cruising to victory in 1:56.66 – also an A qualifier for the World […]

Bryan Adams, one of the biggest selling music artists of all time is coming to South Africa in November 2023. The “So Happy It Hurts” tour kicks off in Cape Town on the 7 November 2023 at Grand Arena, GrandWest, and on 10 November at SunBet Arena, Time Square in Pretoria. Tickets go on sale […]

Thanks to the combined efforts of various organisations, 26 casualties were safely rescued near Cape Point, South Africa, after their vessel caught fire in the early hours of this morning. Simon McDonnell, NSRI Simon’s Town station commander, said they were alerted at 00h40 Friday morning. A 35m support vessel, based in Hout Bay, had caught […]

One of the most exciting weeks in South African road running has arrived with the 53rd edition of Two Oceans taking place this weekend. The opening of the race Expo at the CTICC signals the fever pitch for the world’s most beautiful marathon. Approximately 29 000 runners are expected to take on the Two Oceans […]