Suspected Islamic State-affiliated jihadists have killed 32 people, including 25 herders, in two attacks in northeast Nigeria’s Borno state, anti-jihadist militia told AFP Thursday 27 July 2023. The attacks happened on Tuesday in the Lake Chad area, where the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) controls swathes of territory. In the first attack, ISWAP fighters riding in […]

Mzansi football fans have slammed Desiree Ellis and Banyana Banyana following their disappointing 2-2 draw against Argentina in Dunedin, New Zealand on Friday. Banyana opened the scoring in the 30th minute through Linda Motlhalo before Thembi Kgatlana doubled the lead in the second half. Just as it looked that South Africa will get their first […]

TV presenter and radio host Jub Jub is making headlines after he handed himself over to the police in Brixton on 27 July 2023 after a warrant of arrest was issued against him. The star is facing charges of rape, attempted murder and assault. ALSO READ: Jub Jub ‘arrested’ for alleged rape, assault and attempted murder CELEBRITIES […]

Following the hospitalisation of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has also wished him a speedy recovery. WHAT HAPPENED TO IFP FORMER PRESIDENT? The IFP founder was admitted to hospital on Monday, 24 July for routine tests and treatment for prolonged back pain, however, upon being discharged, he had to be readmitted for further treatment. […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning for snow in two provinces; the Western Cape and Northern Cape. The warning is valid from Saturday, 29 July until Sunday, 30 July. SNOW EXPECTED IN TWO PROVINCES The weather service said an intense cut-off low pressure system is expected to affect the Western […]

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has confirmed that rapper and presenter Molemo Katlego Maarohanye, aka Jub-Jub’s ex-girlfriend, is the one who laid charges against him. This comes as the rapper appeared at the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court after handing himself over to the South African Police Service (SAPS), following a warrant that was issued for his arrest on […]

Out of the criticism put on Kaizer Chiefs, the club looks dedicated to starting the season on its highest note… writes Godfrey Sigwela. The glamour boys’ staff at Naturena seem to be having sleepless nights fixing all the holes from their previous haunting PSL 23/24 season. Having managed to bring back their longtime technical sponsorship in […]

Air Belgium is doubling its special discount for South African travellers from 10% to 20% as part of its Last Call for Summer campaign. As South Africa experiences some of its coldest temperatures, Air Belgium is inviting South Africans to escape the chill and soak up some European sun. This offer, valid for sales until […]

Jordan Hendrikse is reportedly set to leave the Lions in a bid to take his career to the next level. Sadly for the ailing franchise, this has become a must for any player of quality at the Lions. However, it should be very good news for both the Sharks and the Springboks who are both […]

On Tuesday, 8 August, the national coaches will unveil their 33-man Boks squad for the World Cup, and there are likely to be both surprise inclusions and omissions. ALSO READ:  Are these three surprise Springbok World Cup selections? Below we take a look at three players who could be shock omissions. ALSO READ: Springboks make surprise selections for […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Thursday, 27 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 Thursday, 27 […]

Singer Kelly Khumalo received calls from one of the five men accused of killing former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa before he was killed. This was revealed by a South African Police Service (SAPS) colonel Lambertus Steyn at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria on Thursday, 27 July 2023. KELLY KHUMALO LINKED TO ACCUSED 5 IN MEYIWA […]

Minister of Sport Zizi Kodwa has reminded the brave SPAR Proteas netball team to always remember they are carrying Mzansi’s hopes at the World Cup. Kodwa was addressing the Proteas at a flag handover ceremony at the Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel in Cape Town, saying the netball team must fight. ALSO READ I Netball SA boss: SPAR Proteas […]

For these Springboks, there is just two games (one for some) to stake a last-minute claim for a spot in Jacques Nienaber’s 33-man Rugby World Cup squad. MUST READ – SPRINGBOKS: FULL LIST OF PLAYERS AT RISK OF MISSING THE RUGBY WORLD CUP Nienaber will be naming his 33-man Springboks squad for the Rugby World Cup […]

SANPARKS STAYS AT 40% OFF If you want to have an epic winter escape this July and August, the South African National Parks (SANParks) is offering some incredible discounts at various national parks across South Africa from 27 July to 7 August 2023. Holiday-makers can expect a 40% discount on new online bookings for stays at a […]

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK’S ‘FIRESIDE STORIES’ Virtual Reality (VR) is coming to Kruger National Park, with the launch of a new VR video series highlighting the beauty of the Kruger region. As per Tourism Update, ‘Fireside Stories – KRUGER360’ will be launched by digital marketing agency, Platypus Digital and is aimed at an international audience. Platypus Digital […]

This weekend, when the second Underberg Gran Fondo gets underway on Sunday, the town of Underberg in the Southern Drakensberg will be flooded with off-road bicycles, both mountain and gravel. The event will once again draw competitors looking to make a good impression and capture first place in the numerous races. UNDERBERG GRAN FONDO PUTS […]

After eight years of marriage, Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles-Lawson is splitting from her second husband, actor, Richard Lawson citing irreconcilable differences when she filed for divorce on Wednesday, TMZ reported. TINA KNOWLES-LAWSON WALKS OUT OF SECOND MARRIAGE According to the documents seen by the publications, Tina reportedly asked the court to terminate the ability to award spousal support to […]

The government has resolved to adopt a two-step approach in implementing the analogue switch-off as part of the Broadcast Digital Migration programme. ALSO READ: Villagers express concerns over migration to digital television “This approach is expected to be a win-win approach that will enable analogue switch-off progress, release spectrum and allow key stakeholders to recover from […]

Google search data analysis shows that since Messi’s debut, interest in Inter Miami has outpaced that of Real Madrid and Manchester United both in the US and internationally. According to JeffBet‘s analysis of Google search data, searches for “Inter Miami jersey” and “Inter Miami kit” increased by over 11 and five times the average volume compared […]

Thulas Nxesi, Minister of Employment and Labour, states that his department is willing to engage with the public if they have concerns about the Employment Equity Amendment Act. “If there are people who are worried, we are open for engagement. At this stage, we are engaged in a number of road shows and we are going […]

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has released results from its baseline study which indicate when and where most fatalities involving trucks and buses. The RTMC said its study was based on 4 001 trucks and buses that were involved in fatal crashes between 1 January 2018 and 31 December 2022. HERE’S WHERE TRUCK AND BUSES FATALITIES […]

Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler has clarified how it was easy to hold on to Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns target Khanyisa Mayo. Mayo was heavily linked with a move to the two Gauteng clubs, Sundowns and Chiefs but City managed to fend off the interest. ALSO READ I Mayo: Kaizer Chiefs target signs a […]

Scrolling through Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney Plus to find something to watch can be a hustle, that is why we give you daily updates on what to stream. Here are the new streaming releases for TODAY: Thursday, 27 July 2023 – Happiness For Beginners – Netflix Thursday, 27 July 2023 – The Lady of Silence: […]

Street life is hard: drugs, crime, gangsterism, and prostitution— all kinds of horrible things. What makes it difficult is that you don’t have shelter, and you don’t even know when and what your next meal will be. You have to hustle for survival. I was introduced to street life by a friend who fed his […]