Trevor Francis

Britain’s first £1 million footballer Trevor Francis dies aged 69

By AFP 25-07-23 00:07

Trevor Francis, Britain’s first £1 million footballer, has died at the age of 69 from a heart attack, a family spokesperson said on Monday. The forward’s blockbuster move to Nottingham Forest from Birmingham took place in February 1979 and he scored the winning goal in the European Cup final just months later. ALSO READ | Kaizer […]

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What is South Africa’s current population?

By Garrin Lambley 24-07-23 23:59

The current population of South Africa is 60 452 474 as of Monday, July 24, 2023, based on Worldometer elaboration of the latest United Nations data. The world’s current population is a little over 8 billion. South Africa’s population is equivalent to 0.75% of the total world population. ALSO READ | These are South Africa’s Top 20 chess players South Africa ranks 24th in the list of countries […]

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‘Race quotas’ law sparks fierce debate in SA

By AFP 24-07-23 20:58

A new law aimed at increasing the employment of black people in South Africa has enraged businesses and liberals who say the legislation could see qualified workers lose their jobs. ALSO READ | The 16 Caribbean countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free South Africa’s leading opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), is to take to the […]

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Meyiwa trial: Is Zandi Khumalo suffering from amnesia?

By Siso Naile 24-07-23 20:46

Yet another intriguing instalment of the Senzo Meyiwa trial got adjourned for tomorrow (Tuesday, 25 July), leaving many confused about witness Zandi Khumalo’s version of events. ADVOCATE MSHOLOLO TAKES NO PRISONERS IN THE MEYIWA TRIAL Advocate Zandile Shololo grilled Zandi on the witness stand during cross-examination at North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, knit-picking every series of events […]

Thulani Serero

How much will Chiefs and Sundowns pay for Serero?

By Eliot Mahlase 24-07-23 20:01

Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Thulani Serero has been linked with Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns since he became a free agent. The 33-year-old parted ways with his UAE club Al Jazira after four years at the club. Serero finds himself without a club during pre-season but a player of his caliber has many options. ALSO READ: Hunt ‘laughs’ […]

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IFP founder Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi is in the hospital

By Siso Naile 24-07-23 19:49

It has emerged that Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) founder Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi has been admitted to hospital this afternoon, Monday, 24 July. THE CONDITION OF PRINCE MANGOSUTHU BUTHELEZI 1KZNtv News broke the news about the developing story, although not much was disclosed about his condition and the name of the hospital. EWN confirmed with the office of the Zulu […]

Dricus du Plessis

Dricus du Plessis thanks South Africans for their support

By Megan van den Heever 24-07-23 19:35

Mixed-martial arts fighter Dricus du Plessis has thanked God and South Africans for standing in his corner following a tough few weeks. This follows his UFC 290 victory and his clash with rival Israel Adesanya. Earlier this month, the Pretoria-born fighter won a crucial match against his opponent Robert Whittaker in Las Vegas. Dricus is […]

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Al-Shabaab threatens Kenya’s rural northeast as killings escalate

By AFP 24-07-23 19:10

In Kenya’s rural northeast, roadside bombs and beheadings that killed two dozen people last month appear to be part of a troubling escalation of violence by Al-Qaeda-linked Islamists, analysts say. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead A regional economic powerhouse and a popular tourist draw, Kenya has not suffered a […]

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Five free things to do in Gqeberha

By Sundeeka Mungroo 24-07-23 19:05

VISIT THE NELSON MANDELA METROPOLITAN ART MUSEUM The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Art Museum is home to a comprehensive collection of South African art and craft and specializes in the art of the Eastern Cape Province. There are three exhibition halls that are re-hung throughout the year to accommodate the museum’s collections as well as a […]

AmaZulu to lure Pirates veteran keeper to Durban?

By Phumzile Ngcatshe 24-07-23 19:04

The latest information doing the rounds in KwaZulu-Natal is that AmaZulu are looking to lure Orlando Pirates veteran goalkeeper Siyabonga Mpontshane to Durban. According to media reports in the province, the veteran keeper Mpontshane could be courted by AmaZulu who are looking to beef up their goalkeeping department. ALSO READ I Pirates star reveals how Arsenal’s […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Monday, 24 July’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 24-07-23 21:50

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 24 July 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Monday, 24 […]

Springboks set for Argentina clash with twin objectives: Win and rotate

By SAPeople 24-07-23 18:58

South Africa, get ready for an exciting showcase of rugby! Our boys, the Springboks, are preparing for the eagerly anticipated clash against Argentina, and they are heading into the match with dual objectives. It’s not just about winning, but also about rotating the squad to give our emerging players some invaluable experience on the international […]

Congolese soldier shoots 13 civilians dead

By AFP 24-07-23 18:47

A distraught Congolese soldier shot dead at least 13 civilians, most of them children, in a village in the northeast of the conflict-plagued country, military and local sources said Sunday 23 July 2023. The naval serviceman couldn’t bear the fact that his child had been buried in his absence the day before he arrived in […]

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Nigeria clashes displaces tens of thousands in central region

By AFP 24-07-23 18:33

At least 80,000 people have been displaced in three months of inter-communal violence in a north-central Nigerian state, a local official said, as the army reinforced security to end the clashes. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead Since May, Plateau State has seen a surge of attacks among mostly Muslim […]

Miss Italy beauty pageant bans trans women from competing

By Wanique Block 24-07-23 18:19

The Miss Italy beauty pageant has announced that it will not be allowing transgender women to compete in their competition. ALSO READ: Rikkie Kolle: First trans woman to win Miss Netherlands 2023 EVERY MISS ITALY CONTESTANT MUST BE A ‘WOMAN FROM BIRTH’ According to Italian outlet Il Primato Nazionale Miss Italy patron Patrizia Mirigliani told Radio Cusano that she considered […]

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Springboks brace for brutal battle

By Mariette Adams 24-07-23 17:47

Frans Malherbe has admitted that the Springboks are expecting a physically demanding battle when they front Argentina in a Rugby Championship Test on Saturday. ALSO READ: Top Cape rugby coach to face charges for punching minor PERMUTATIONS AHEAD OF RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL ROUND Should the Wallabies defeat the All Blacks in Melbourne earlier on Saturday, the […]

Every Important complaints hotline in South Africa

By SAPeople 24-07-23 17:25

It’s your right to complain if you aren’t happy with a product or service in South Africa. Here’s where and how to send your complaints. Complaints tell companies and service providers to fix a problem (or address an issue). The Consumer Protection Act and other laws protect consumers from unfair business practices, illegal advertising, and […]

Cameroon: Death toll reaches 33 with 21 injured

By AFP 24-07-23 16:41

At least 33 people died and 21 others were injured when a building collapsed in Cameroon’s business hub Douala, a senior fire officer and the regional governor told AFP on Monday. ALSO READ: WATCH: Building collapse claims 16 lives in Cameroon [VIDEO] The four-storey block of flats collapsed onto another residential building in the north of the […]

Hanekom slams Mbalula for threatening to remove Gordhan

By SAPeople 24-07-23 16:31

The former Tourism Minister Derek Hanekom has condemned ANC secretary general Fikile Mbalula for threatening to remove public enterprises minister Pravin Gordhan. Mbalula had singled out Gordhan and said that he must quickly fix Transnet’s problems or face removal. “When you make a statement like this, you need to explain why you are not making a statement […]

WATCH SA YouTube Star in the UK pranks Just Stop Oil

WATCH SA YouTube star pranks UK protest group

By Jenni Baxter 24-07-23 17:56

South African video creator and YouTube star Josh Pieters, and his British mate Archie Manners, have just pranked one of the most unpopular groups in the UK, Just Stop Oil. The protest group, which was founded early last year, is on a mission to stop oil BUT while their disruptive tactics may create headlines, they’re […]

Can you pass this easy US citizenship test?

By Sundeeka Mungroo 24-07-23 16:20

ONLY ANSWER SIX OUT OF 10 QUESTIONS TO PASS THE US CITIZENSHIP TEST In 2022 it was easier than ever to gain naturalised US citizenship, due to the current standard of the country’s citizenship test. This test, reports Daily Mail, is now being updated after over a million people became US citizens last year – one […]

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NEW Cape Town traffic by-laws that WILL get your car impounded

By SAPeople 24-07-23 16:09

The City of Cape Town is taking a zero tolerance approach to motorists who break the law, by enforcing the amended traffic by-laws of 2021. Prior to the laws coming into effect in July 2023, the city could only issue fines to motorists for offences such as vehicles with missing number plates or number plates […]

KZN’s Babanango Game Reserve achieves Big 5 status

By Sundeeka Mungroo 24-07-23 15:55

BABANANGO GETS THE BIG 5 After many years of rewilding and significant efforts, KwaZulu-Natal’s Babanango Game Reserve has attained full Big 5 status, and is now home to lion, rhino, buffalo, leopard and elephant, among many other species. ALSO READ: Zululand treasures: Three things you shouldn’t miss According to Tourism Update, a small breeding herd of seven […]

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