The Department of Transport has confirmed that the driver’s licence card production machine is back and will be operating as per normal. The machine was taken out of production for three weeks in order to replace a broken part identified during a routine maintenance. DRIVING LICENCE CARD MACHINE BACK IN OPERATION The Department of Transport said testing […]

Most people know that the risk factors for heart disease are high blood pressure, smoking, raised cholesterol and being overweight. However, many people who have a heart attack do not have any of these traditional risk factors. Research has suggested that conditions such as gout, psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease and rheumatoid arthritis are also risk […]

The citizens of Hammanskraal, a small town north of South Africa’s capital, Tshwane, have been dealing with the deaths of 23 residents from cholera since 23 May 2023. Tests to find the source are continuing. The initial assumption by residents and authorities was that poor quality water led to the outbreak. In one week in […]

There is no difference between football politics and that of political organisations. They share one common thing – that of making a promise, and then not delivering on it… writes Godfrey Sigwela. Therefore Kaizer Chiefs fans should not start believing all that’s been said about the revitalising of the glamour boys. In order to avoid […]

Last week, Cape Town Spurs confirmed their promotion to the PSL after avoiding a defeat away to Maritzburg United in the promotional playoff match at Harry Gwala Stadium on Wednesday. Maritzburg United needed to win at all cost, but it wasn’t to be for the KZN club as they slipped to yet another disappointing result after a season […]

Learners living in Vygieskraal informal settlement in Belgravia, Cape Town, missed examinations on Wednesday because of widespread flooding this week. School clothes and books were sopping wet, some no longer usable. The widespread flooding has affected informal settlements including Philippi, Strand, Gugulethu, Mfuleni, Masiphumelele, and Khayelitsha. According to Gift of the Givers, the number of people in […]

Citrusdal residents have been isolated in their town since Wednesday evening after heavy flooding cut off access to the Cederberg town. Some residents are stranded outside with no way to return to their homes. The main access road off the N7 highway, the R393, collapsed on Wednesday evening during heavy downpours. The rapid flowing Olifants […]

The Department of Transport has announced that the driving licence card production machine is back in full production. This follows the department’s announcement to the public in May 2023 that the machine was taken out of production for three weeks in order to replace a broken part identified during routine maintenance. Department spokesperson, Collen Msibi, […]

South Africa’s biggest in-cinema movie brand is considering a number of initiatives aimed at enticing movie-lovers back to the big screen. STER-KINEKOR Ster-Kinekor, Africa’s largest cinema company, has more than 60% of South Africa’s market share of movie cinemas. After the past few years of pandemic-related restrictions, many companies have seen a return to normal […]

Sharks head coach Joey Mongalo wants all the blame following his side crashing out of the Currie Cup at the hands of the Pumas. He becomes the third Currie Cup coach after Jake White and John Dobson to take the fault after a fumbling performance. Dobson said he’d rushed back his URC Stormers when they lost to […]

Former Massiv Metro staff members are reportedly still waiting for their salaries and pension funds almost three months after the online radio station closed its doors. The employees, who asked to remain anonymous, told Zimoja that they have not received communication from their former bosses. ALSO READ: ‘Some are owed 5 months’ salaries’: Ambitiouz in ‘financial trouble’ […]

These days, many shoppers are forced to pinch pennies and save where they can. The high cost of living has definitely left millions more desperate than ever. It looks like some people are now taking to their literal piggy banks to retrieve the money they saved in case of a rainy day. In a video […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Sunday, 18 June 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 Sunday, 18 […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Saturday, 17 June 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 Saturday, 17 […]

Are you ready for the 17 June 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Saturday? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re South Africa’s latest overnight millionaire. FOR THE LATEST SA EXPAT NEWS VISIT SAPEOPLE If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play then you might just strike gold here. Let’s have a […]

The taxi strike in QwaQwa in the Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality in South Africa, has now entered its fourth day… with an alarking escalation in violence. Tragically, two lives have already been lost, and several others have been injured. The strike has also brought the local economy to a grinding halt. “While we respect everyone’s right […]

Amidst the catastrophic floods in the Cederberg, local residents have found a reason to smile… even laugh. “We’ve just survived a once-in-a-lifetime 100-year flood in our valley, and this braai grid on our guest farm was having none of it,” says Lauren Bradley from Enjo Nature Farm. “The Camp 3 braai grid did not abandon […]

A number of petrol stations now close at night, forcing motorists to have to search for a filling station that is open in the dark. It can be frustrating having to fill up your car at night when streetlights are off, traffic lights do not operate, potholes can’t be seen and there’s no operating petrol […]

It is common knowledge that the cost of air travel in South Africa has increased sharply since 2020. The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic has put added pressure on the global aviation sector. HIGHER AIRFARES The cost of air travel in South Africa has increased by up to 54% compared to pre-Covid 19 times for […]

The United Kingdom will soon be introducing a fee that international visitors will have to pay to enter the country. Here’s what that means for South Africa. International visitors to the UK will now have to pay a fee in order to enter the county. Beginning in November this year, the UK’s new Electronic Travel […]

Ever wondered what the elephant’s role is in the making of a popular Marula product that’s loved by many? Here’s the story… If you’re a South African (or not) over the age of 18, chances are you’ve had a taste of the ever-popular and delicious Amarula Cream Liquor. But did you know that the African […]

Veteran captain Doug Morris talks about what happens if or when a passenger passes away while on board a flight. If you’re one of those people who has at some point wondered what exactly happens when a person dies on board a plane, Veteran Air Canada Dreamliner captain, Doug Morris, is here to enlighten you. […]

Bafana Bafana have a decent record against the Atlas Lions although they haven’t won against them in 21 years. Bafana Bafana have a golden opportunity to test themselves when they face Morocco in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match at the FNB Stadium on Saturday, 17 June. Both teams have already qualified for the […]

Already in its infancy, a venture by Vodacom, WiTaxi and Netstar aims to bring free Wi-Fi to all taxis in SA. Free Wi-Fi in taxis is not such an outlandish concept when you think about it. In Europe, public transport with free Wi-Fi is commonplace. In South Africa, more than 70% of all South Africans […]

Former Springbok flyhalf Derick Hougaard is fighting for his life in a Pretoria hospital after reportedly not waking up for seven days. MUST READ | EP Rugby boss cops big ban for ‘racist’ rant According to a Netwerk24 report, a source close to the matter confirmed that Hougaard has spent the past week unconscious in intensive care with severe inflammation of […]