South Africa’s agriculture has had great consecutive seasons since 2019/20. The sector’s gross value added grew by 14.9% in 2020, 8.8% in 2021 and modestly by 0.3% in 2022. This was primarily supported by favourable weather conditions. The current season is also likely to deliver solid growth for the sector, with variation across sub-sectors. We […]

Any parent who has watched a child learning to read knows that it is a journey. Various skills and processes must come together and build “brick by brick” before a child can read a text and answer questions about it. A child needs at least two kinds of skills before they can comprehend what they’re […]

World Food Safety Day which is commemorated annually on 7 June –  throws the spotlight on food safety awareness and the steps required to prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks and illnesses. Food safety refers to handling, preparing, transporting and storing of foodstuffs in a way that best reduces the risk of persons becoming sick […]

As reported by The South African website, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has confirmed the official fuel price adjustments for June 2023. ALSO READ | Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – Japie Mulder The changes came into effect from midnight on Tuesday, 6 June. The petrol price will decrease by 71 cents per litre, while diesel will drop […]

For the first time in approximately 150 years, lions are once again roaming the spectacular rolling valleys and bushveld of Babanango Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. In this historic move, two male lions have been reintroduced into this 20,000 hectare game reserve, as part of the reserve’s ambitious and successful rewilding journey. WATCH the exciting capture […]

Mamelodi Sundowns swept to the DStv Premiership crown in the season just finished under the tutelage of manager Rulani Mokwena. Now, the young boss is looking for an assistant. Take note, Kaizer Chiefs boss Arthur Zwane. SUNDOWNS BOSS RULANI MOKWENA NEEDS HELP On his official Twitter account, Mr Mokwena has posted this ‘job application’ looking […]

Sorisha Naidoo and her billionaire husband Vivian Reddy are one of South Africa’s biggest couples. The pair’s lavish lifestyle remains the envy of most locals who enjoy watching Sorisha frolic in designer clothes and take helicopter rides to exotic locations with her co-star’s on the Real Housewives of Durban. While her Chanel bags and over-the-top […]

The sister of former Banyana Banyana captain Khabo Zitha has been burnt beyond recognition by her boyfriend. The incident reportedly occurred during a load shedding bout over the weekend. The woman – Lindiwe, who was doused with petrol and then set alight – is currently on life support at a Gauteng hospital, reports TshisaLive. SOCCER STAR’S […]

It looks like a kangaroo technique could teach how to take care of newborn babies at the Mahikeng Provincial Hospital maternity ward… writes Godfrey Sigwela. Recently, nurses in the maternity ward at Mahikeng Hospital allegedly placed newborn babies in cardboard boxes. In contrast to that, at Netcare Linkwood Hospital newborn babies enjoy life through a […]

Money makes money and these 10 people have made a lot of it over the years. Here is a list of the 10 richest people in the world today. ALSO READ: Rand Report: Rand finds stability as US debt deal concludes The Bloomberg Billionaires Index is a daily ranking of the world’s richest people. South African-born Elon Musk is […]

From Hitler: The Lost Tapes Of The Third Reich to Lawless Island, here’s what to expect on National Geographic and National Geographic Wild this June. ALSO READ: ‘Manifest’ to ‘Extraction 2’: What to expect on Netflix in June WHAT TO EXPECT ON NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC THIS JUNE Lawless Island season six. Mondays at 19:00 from 26 June. On a remote Alaskan Island, 65 […]

Leonard Ramatlakane reportedly used the entity’s Cape Town property meant for company executives to house his family since December. The Department of Transport has announced that it has relieved Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa(PRASA) board member and Chairperson Leonard Ramatlakane of his duties. LUXURY LIVING The decision comes after an investigation revealed that Ramatlakane […]

The South African rand has been spiraling lately, recording all-time lows against major currencies. More in this weekly rand report. The South African rand has been spiraling lately, recording all-time lows against major currencies. Confidence in South Africa is plummeting, with political problems taking center stage and conveniently diverting attention from the ever-present load shedding […]

The DA alleges that foreign mothers-to-be are being belittled and forced to pay bribes for access to birthing facilities and assistance. The DA says it will be requesting an investigation into the alleged abuse of pregnant migrants at a government hospital in Gauteng. DA TO APPROACH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION AND HEALTH OMBUD In a statement, […]

Chippa United have officially re-appointed Morgan Mammila as their ‘new’ head coach ahead of the start of the 2023-24 PSL season. Chippa United have officially re-appointed Morgan Mammila as their ‘new’ head coach ahead of the start of the 2023-24 PSL season. Mammila returns to the club he left a few months ago after being sacked, and […]

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali is set for a sensational return to Orlando Pirates if local media reports are to be believed. READ | ORLANDO PIRATES PART WAYS WITH LONG-SERVING COACH According to a source known to FARPost, Pirates stand a good chance to sign Jali who spent four years with them between 2009 and 2013. Jali is currently a free agent […]

Former journalist and author, Redi Thlabi says the Covid-19 vaccine was not the cause of Eusebius McKaiser’s death. Beloved broadcaster and author Eusebius McKaiser’s friend, Redi Thlabi says he did not die because he took the Covid-19 vaccine as many on social media have claimed following his sudden passing. The former Radio 702 host revealed this during […]

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases has confirmed that flu cases around South Africa is on the rise. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has confirmed that influenza cases around South Africa is on the rise. Influenza — or flu — clusters are attacking schools and places of work and have left thousands of […]

Looking for something to watch tonight? Check out all the new streaming releases from all your favourite platforms. 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: […]

The Springboks will face the All Blacks in a Rugby World Cup 2023 warm-up Test at Twickenham – and tickets are selling fast! READ | Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – Andre Joubert READ | Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – Chester Williams The two teams will collide in their last […]

Today’s hottest PSL transfer rumours look at a huge update on the future of Kaizer Chiefs star Khama Billiat and their pursuit of Mendieta. Kaizer Chiefs may have dodged a bullet in the transfer market if the latest PSL rumours are to be believed. Read on for more on their pursuit of Junior Mendieta and […]

“If we don’t stop it, who will?” These are the words of Sizok’thola host Xolani Khumalo who is aware of the dangers he faces in “disturbing illegal businesses which are thriving.” The TV host has been hailed a hero by South Africans for his role in cleaning up the country of drugs at any cost through the […]

As cost of living keeps getting worse in South Africa, citizens are looking to relocate to the three provinces with main economic hubs in the country. ALSO READ: South Africa warned of food security issues that may lead to riots RELOCATING TO BETTER LIVES AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES Recent reports show that ongoing urbanisation which is fueled […]

Orlando Pirates soccer star Thembinkosi Lorch has been found guilty of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, by the Randburg Magistrate’s Court in Gauteng. The case relates to a complaint laid with the Midrand Police by his girlfriend in September 2020, that resulted in his arrest and subsequent release on bail of R2000. THEMBINKOSI […]

CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REPORTS PROMISING NUMBERS This past April 2023, Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) proudly recorded full recovery numbers compared with pre-pandemic levels in April 2019. As per the monthly tourism report compiled by the Western Cape Government’s official trade, investment, and tourism promotion agency, Wesgro, the airport saw exactly 67 747 tourist arrivals, 87% of […]