IOL reports that Nigerian professor Bankole Ajibabi Omotoso aka Kole Omotoso, who was famously known as Vodacom “Yebo Gogo” uncle in the 90’s has passed away. ALSO READ: ‘Binnelanders’ star James Alexander dies after secret cancer battle PROFESSOR KOLE OMOTOSO DIES Kaya 959 reveals that Kole Omotoso aka the Vodacom ‘Yebo Gogo’ uncle died at the age of […]

Some pets start a vet visit with a game of tug-of-war at the clinic’s entrance. They remember their previous visit—the examinations, the fear in the air, and the whimpering from other pets behind closed doors. It’s no surprise you have to coax your pet to go inside in such circumstances. Do you have a pet […]

We are now a fortnight away from the new petrol and diesel prices for August 2023 taking effect. Sadly, the latest numbers from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) don’t paint a pretty picture. Below, the latest projections as received by The South African website from the CEF, effective Wednesday, 19 July 2023. REMINDER | When is the next interest rate announcement? FUEL PRICE […]

Welcome, fellow pet enthusiasts to today’s furry fun fact! Pets can do all sorts of crazy – and wonderful – things, can’t they? We bet you discover new things about them on a daily basis. Have you ever heard of a singing dog for example? Join SA People as we set out to learn fascinating – and often humourous […]

At least nine people have been killed and 16 injured after an explosive device accidentally detonated in a field in conflict-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, local sources said on Thursday. ALSO READ: DRC: ICC establishes a new way to tackle war crimes The blast occurred on Wednesday evening in Lubwe Sud in North Kivu province’s Rutshuru […]

While our pets bring us great joy and company, their ability to make us laugh makes them even more special. And that’s just one of the reasons why we see so many viral pet videos. Take a seat, unwind, and enjoy this cute pet video. ALSO READ: Home Pet Videos and Pictures Submissions: JULY EDITION FUNNY PET VIDEOS 2023 Today’s video features funny pet […]

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 […]

Celebrating Nelson Mandela Day, multi-billionaire Bill Gates told the world how the late president inspired him. Nelson Mandela is one of the most prominent South Africans, and most people consider him the national father. ALSO READ: Nelson Mandela Day: Two new statues of Madiba to be unveiled He worked tirelessly until his last day to see democracy […]

Acclaimed creative director Melusi Mhlungu, announced the launch of his new creative agency, We Are Bizarre, in South Africa to break the mould and redefine what it means to captivate an audience. ALSO READ: The gap in the grape: Sending creative work to Cape Town from the UK MELUSI HAS A GREAT TRACK RECORD With […]

FLYING AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 HOURS YouTube creator Noel Philips has made a trip around the world in just 80 hours this past April, embarking on the literal round trip departing Houston, Texas, and landing back at the city’s William P. Hobby Airport just over three days later. According to Daily Mail, the quest spanned nine flights, seven different airlines, […]

After years of demand from vegan consumers, Swiss chocolatiers, Lindt, have used their signature skill and passion to craft a selection of luxurious, vegan chocolates… which is now available in South Africa where a demand for vegan options is steadily increasing. Lindt say they took their inspiration from traditional Lindt chocolate recipes and combined premium […]

South African Twitter user, Wassim Gilbert accused an Uber driver of allegedly being homophobic after the driver kicked Wassim and a friend out of his car for allegedly not “greeting” on Wednesday 19 July. ALSO READ: Bolt, Uber banned inside Soweto malls for the next three months ‘HOMOPHOBIC DRIVER KICKED MY FRIEND AND I OUT BECAUSE […]

One person was reportedly killed, and 41 others were injured in the underground gas explosion in Johannesburg. JUST IN – ONE PERSON WAS KILLED, AND 41 OTHERS WERE INJURED Johannesburg EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi told the media the body of a man was recovered near where the explosion occurred. Earlier, Mulaudzi said that those injured in the […]

South African soccer fans are over the moon following news that SABC has officially acquired the rights to air the English Premier League, previously exclusive to DStv. The announcement was made on Wednesday, 20 July. BUT, there is a catch… ALSO READ: Multichoice loses billions: Why SA viewers are dumping DSTV TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? […]

An underground gas explosion in the Johannesburg inner city has resulted in chaos, roads partially collapsing, substations at risk, buildings evacuated, and people left injured. HERE IS THE LATEST ON THE JHB GAS EXPLOSION CHAOS The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla said motorists are advised that Lilian Ngoyi (Bree) Street in the Johannesburg CBD is […]

Maria Mokgethi, 61, returned from work to her home in Willow Farm, Tshwane, in February to find the bottom half of her shack flooded. Since then she has been living with scores of people at the Nellmapius Community Hall in Mamelodi, desperately hoping the City of Tshwane will come to her aid. Maria Mokgethi has […]

Eskom says various stages of load shedding will be implemented this weekend. The power utility ramped up rolling blackouts to Stage 4 on Wednesday afternoon citing severe strain on the power generation system. ALSO READ: Social media access in Ethiopia resumes after 5-month blackout LOAD SHEDDING FOR THE WEEKEND Eskom said it would implement Stage 2 and […]

SASSA is responsible for distributing EIGHT grants and allowances to disadvantaged people who require financial assistance in South Africa. ALSO READ | What are the capital cities of South Africa’s 9 provinces? SASSA beneficiaries can receive their SASSA payments from selected supermarkets, such as Pick n Pay, Boxer, USave merchants, Checkers and Shoprite, and obtain this […]

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By making sign language the 12th official language of South Africa, government aims to advance the rights of citizens living with disabilities by ensuring that their rights to substantive equality, dignity and social inclusion are recognised. Addressing the signing ceremony of the South African Sign Language Bill, President Cyril Ramaphosa said it also affirms the […]

Online casinos have gained immense popularity in recent years, providing a convenient and thrilling way to enjoy a wide range of casino games from the comfort of your own home. However, with the increasing number of online casinos available, it can be challenging to choose the right one, especially when considering different perspectives. This article […]

The Junior Springboks produced a mixed bag of performances at this year’s World Rugby U20 Championship, but in a notable announcement made by SANZAAR on Thursday, it was confirmed that a new U20 Rugby Championship will kick off in 2024. ALSO READ: Unpopular opinion: Springboks’ latest loss was also a WIN The Championship, which will be […]

South Africa’s neighbour Namibia has now suffered the same fate as South Africa concerning entry restrictions for the United Kingdom. Namibia has had its visa-free travel status removed by the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for the Home Department. AFFECTED COUNTRIES Suella Braverman announced on 19 July that 5 nations, including Namibia had lost their […]

Highly acclaimed Afro-soul/R&B singer and songwriter, Preston Sihlangu, gears up to captivate audiences at the opening of the Netball World Cup, which will be held on 28 July. ALSO READ: Khosi Twala to host prestigious awards: ‘I am truly honoured’ Sihlangu’s magnetic stage presence and soulful voice have earned him a legion of fans, and […]

Mnet stated on DStv.com that there are no plans to cancel South Africa’s first isiXhosa telenovela Gqeberha: The Empire. ALSO READ: ‘Gqeberha: The Empire’ coming to an end? MNET: ‘PLANS ARE IN PROGRESS FOR NEXT SEASON’ Mnet added that Gqeberha: The Empire is scheduled to remain on-air for the foreseeable future and that plans are in progress for a second […]