Johannesburg Water warned residents that there will be a 58-hour planned water supply shutdown from TONIGHT. Over 100 areas will be affected from 11 July to Friday 14 July. WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTIONS IN THESE JHB AREAS Rand Water said that the shutdown would allow it to tie the A19 and B14 lines with a new pipeline and […]

The Springboks face New Zealand on Saturday with a much-changed team from the one which dispatched Australia 43-12 in Pretoria on Saturday. Can Manie Libbok and Kurt-Lee Arendse put up their hands for regular starting berths at 10 and 11 respectively? ICYMI: Have the Boks identified World Cup bolter? SPRINGBOKS FLEXING THEIR DEPTH Not so long […]

Last week, the South African rand weakened against 14 of the top 19 currencies we monitor. Another slow week of South African data left the emerging-market currency in the hands of global developments. On Wednesday, market participants remained focused on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting minutes, searching for clues about potential future interest-rate […]

The cat is out of the bag! Orlando Pirates have officially unveiled their home and away kits for the 2023-24 PSL season. And there are no surprises at all, as the two kits have already been doing the rounds on social media for weeks now. The Buccaneers are in Marbella, Spain where they are having […]

Lawyers for journalists and rights activists held in Morocco called on the authorities Monday 10 July 2023 to find a “judicial, political and legal solution” that would enable their clients to be freed. “I call on the judiciary and the highest authority in the land (King Mohamed VI) to come up with a judicial, political […]

Since we published our article on AARTO fines for expired licenses, our WhatsApp line has been inundated with requests for more details about the cost of speeding penalties and other violations. ALSO READ: Fitness of vehicle violations: How much you’ll pay in fines Click on the link above for the list of what you’ll pay if your vehicle is […]

Having a dog that engages in non-aggressive biting can become tiring and frustrating. This behavior is common in puppies, but if not discouraged, adult dogs can deliver harsh bites. Teaching your pet to stop biting can be challenging, especially if they were not trained as puppies. ALSO READ: Can all dogs swim? Before addressing the behavior, […]

Human Rights Watch on Tuesday called on the International Criminal Court to investigate possible “war crimes” in Sudan’s Darfur region where fighting has intensified despite calls for an end to the conflict. The New York-based group charged that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied Arab militias “summarily executed” at least 28 members of the Massalit ethnic […]

MOST EXPENSIVE AIRPORT PARKING Car parking at the airport is sometimes necessary and all-the-time expensive. It tends to add an unexpected bill to the cost of an already pricey trip for travellers. ALSO READ: New E-gates to be introduced at OR Tambo International Airport The price of airport parking varies around the world, but if you’ve […]

The MTN8 kicks off another top-flight South African football season and it’s not far off now. Here’s all you need to know with Kaizer Chiefs looking to avenge some of last season’s pain. WOW: Will Billiat commit the ultimate sin and move to Orlando Pirates? MTN8 LINEUP THROWS UP EXCITING CLASHES The MTN8 is the season’s […]

Amnesty International said Tuesday that West and Central African nations must do more to fight corruption and stop “persecuting” human rights defenders who reveal and denounce it. ALSO READ: Senior Health official implicated in corruption of Digital Vibes saga In a report launched for African Anti-Corruption Day, the organisation denounced the “arrest, harassment, detention, hefty fines […]

SANPARKS SAY ‘UPCOMING FLOWER SEASON WILL BE OF THE BEST IN DECADES’ It may be a little difficult to believe that the South African wildflower season will soon be upon us again, but the South African National Parks (SANParks) has claimed that the ‘upcoming flower season will be of the best in decades’. According to SANParks, […]

Barking is a dog’s way of communicating and expressing emotions.Can excessive barking hurt my dog? While an uncontrolled, sharp, and persistent bark can be annoying to humans, it is normal for dogs. If you have a dog that barks incessantly, you may have questions about this behavior. ALSO READ: Can dogs fake injuries? Do dogs get […]

Eskom says inclement weather conditions have left various parts of the Eastern Cape without electricity. This comes as snow and rain have battered parts of the province as predicted by the South African Weather Service (SAWS). SEVERE WEATHER DISRUPTS ELECTRICITY SUPPLY IN THE EASTERN CAPE Eskom said its technicians are working around the clock to safely […]

Viral videos have never run dry on the world wide web. How amazing is it that there’s always something crazy on the internet? From people riding trolleys on the highway to failed challenge compilations – the internet seems to always amaze. Today’s viral video has captured the attention of millions viewers worldwide, earning countless shares […]

All the stars from Kim Kardashian, to Natalie Portman, flocked to the city of love for Couture fashion week in Paris and it was a sight to behold. Major fashion houses such as Dior and Chanel, stunned audiences with their unique pieces. It’s already being dubbed the best couture fashion week in a long time. ALSO […]

Terrifying video of the day: Terrible floods left people surfing with their cars. ALSO READ: WATCH: More truck torching in KwaZulu-Natal [VIDEO] These daily videos are unfathomable and often unexplainable – but 100% genuine – and may well leave you speechless. Terrifying video of the day: People surfing with their cars. What a messed up situation […]

An ex-Mozambican finance minister wanted by Washington in connection with a graft scandal that triggered an unprecedented financial crisis in his home country will be handed over to the FBI this week, South African police said Monday 10 July 2023. Manuel Chang has been held in South Africa since 2018 at the United States’ request […]

The first season of the Real Housewives van die Wynlande (RHOWL) officially drew to an end on Thursday 6 July. The reunion episode is on it’s way, hosted by actor Armand Aucamp – Here’s a look at five bombshells from the series. ALSO READ: 1st woman of colour to win Miss SA: Where is Amy Kleinhans now? […]

The Springboks have expectedly rang the changes in their starting line up for their second Rugby Championships game over the All Blacks. READ | (WATCH) ‘YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE AN A*SE MATE, SHOW SOME RESPECT!’ AUSTRALIA COACH EDDIE JONES CONFRONTS REPORTER! After demolishing Australia 43-12 at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday, the Springboks face a quick turnaround to their much anticipated […]

There is a new Springboks bomb squad in town and Jacques Nienaber and Rassie Erasmus are ready to deploy them against the rest of the the world. MUST READ: SIX SPRINGBOKS OUT! UPDATE ON RUGBY WORLD CUP CHANCES! A look at the Springboks substitutes will install fear into any team in the world. Nienaber has named […]

The European Court of Human Rights has ruled in favour of South African Olympic Champion Caster Semenya regarding her testosterone levels. Semenya was barred from participating in Olympics and in 2021 she filed a lawsuit in the European Court of Human Rights challenging restrictions of testosterone in female athletes. Semenya refused to take testosterone-lowering medication […]

Whether you’re happy or not, Kaizer Chiefs will be playing under Molefi Ntseki’s methods next season. What should the supporters expect to see on the green grass? ALSO READ: Maritzburg superstar wants to join Chiefs KAIZER CHIEFS APPOINT MOLEFI NTSEKI Following Arthur Zwane’s fifth-place finish last season and defeats in the MTN8 and Nedbank semi-finals, the […]

It’s too early to tell what lies ahead for the petrol and diesel prices for August 2023, but the latest numbers from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) are worsening by the day. Below, the latest projections as received by The South African website from the CEF, effective Monday, 10 July 2023. ALSO READ | Here’s how badly SA ranks in car affordability […]

Lock Eben Etzebeth will make a notable return from a shoulder injury as the captain of the Springboks team to face New Zealand in the second Rugby Championship Test in Auckland on Saturday. ALSO READ | Team announcement: Etzebeth leads strong Springboks side There are several first-choice players back in the team after last weekend’s win over […]