BLOOD LIONS ®, an award-winning South African documentary, has been launched on YouTube and is now freely available for worldwide public viewing to further increase awareness around the exploitation of captive-bred lions and other predators in SA. The film, which premiered in 2015, blows the lid off misleading claims made by the predator breeding and […]

The Stormers have continued to prepare for life after their departing captain Steven Kitshoff by signing yet another loosehead prop, this time from the Bulls. READ | ALI MGIJIMA SECURES MOVE AWAY FROM THE PUMAS Earlier this month this publication reported that the Stormers had re-signed Lions prop Sti Sithole and now it can confirm that he will he joined by Lizo Gqoboka . READ | Springboks […]

Over 35 organisations are set to join the protest, seeking President Cyril Ramaphosa’s and ministers’ attention. Operation Dudula, a group which has been widely accused of xenophobia, will march to the Union Buildings in Tshwane on Thursday, 1 June. The march is against illegal immigration. OPERATION DUDULA’S MARCH TARGETS ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION Operation Dudula said more than […]

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has confirmed that OR Tambo International Airport has been declared safe following a bomb scare late on Wednesday, 31 May. BIG READ | Richie McCaw backs Wallabies as Rugby World Cup surprise package ACSA posted a tweet that the domestic terminal at OR Tambo International Airport was being evacuated on Wednesday evening. At the time it did not […]

Many benefits come from regularly exercising, including stronger muscles, lower risk of disease and improved mental health. But a recent study suggests that exercise may have another unexpected benefit: it might make us more tolerant to pain. The study, published in the journal PLOS One, found people who regularly exercised had a higher pain tolerance […]

From Thursday, 1 June 2023, nicotine-substitute solutions, including vaping products, will be included in the tax net with a flat excise duty rate of R2.90/ml. ALSO READ: Cape Town dam levels update after heavy rainfall Excise duty on vaping tobacco products has been in the pipeline for a while. According to the South African Revenue Service […]

There was something elemental about the ferocity of Tina Turner’s stage strut and the grit in her voice. Her death last week, aged 83, was met with an outpouring of tributes celebrating her musical prowess. But as we mourn her passing, it’s worth noting that Tina was also a model survivor of intimate partner violence. […]

As the Western Cape heads further into winter, the official dam level stats in the province have started to rise in recent weeks. ALSO READ | Limpopo farmer empowers SA’s youth to succeed in agriculture The six major dams in the province – the Berg River, Steenbras Lower, Steenberg Upper, Theewaterskloof, Voëlvlei and Wemmershoek – are now cumulatively […]

Residents living in the N2 Gateway social housing project flats in Langa have turned dumpsites on empty land into three thriving vegetable gardens. Spinach, cabbages, kale, potatoes, onions, turnips, beetroot, pepper, peas, tomatoes, butternut, carrots, brinjal, sweet potatoes are grown as well as parsley, rosemary lavender, and fennel. The first resident to start a garden, in 2019, […]

WITH GOVERNMENT SUPPORT HAVING HELPED TO PROPEL HIS FARMING VENTURE, A LIMPOPO FARMER IS NOW USING HIS KNOWLEDGE TO INSPIRE YOUNG PEOPLE TO PURSUE SUCCESSFUL CAREERS IN FARMING. The desperation to secure a farm for his livestock led Frank Monaheng (66) to stumble on another treasure when he ended up being leased a 1060-hectare farm […]

The City of Johannesburg spent R15.6-million on the Lehae taxi rank in south Johannesburg. But the taxi rank, and its stalls for informal traders and guard house, have been wrecked by vandals. The toilets and urinals have been smashed, the lights are broken, zinc roofing has been stolen, and the shelters built for traders badly […]

With the youth now facing new challenges, government interventions targeted at helping young people are making a difference in the lives of many. South Africa’s youth has always been at the forefront of change. The young people of 16 June 1976 fought for a cause that would change history. Today’s youth continue this legacy despite […]

Following the intervention of AfriForum’s Private Prosecution Unit (PPU), after nearly a decade of heartless deception and false promises to hopeful adoptive parents, alleged adoption scammer Letitia van den Berg finally got her day in court. She is also facing 39 counts of human trafficking and charges of fraud and theft. What started as a […]

An alleged bomb threat at OR Tambo International Airport delayed eight flights on Wednesday afternoon. Passengers from the domestic arrivals terminals had to be evacuated after Airports Company South Africa received a notification by an anonymous caller of an alleged bomb threat around 17:00. BOMB THREAT DELAYS FLIGHTS AT OR TAMBO AIRPORT ACSA said upon learning of […]

Ace Magashule’s fate hangs in the balance as a disciplinary committee recommends his expulsion from the ANC. Former ANC Secretary-General Ace Magushule is staring expulsion from the political party in the face after a disciplinary committee recommended, he be kicked out for illegally suspending party president Cyril Ramaphosa in May 2021. READ: Hawks pounce on pangolin peddlers […]

Jordaan spoke about plans to create a women’s professional league in SA and why the FIFA Women’s World Cup was crucial to the project. South African Football Association (SAFA) President Dr Danny Jordaan travelled to the Confederation of African Football’s headquarters (CAF) in Cairo, Egypt on 29 May to brief the continental governing body on […]

The Hawks arrested four men for allegedly attempting to sell endangered pangolins for R200 000 in Mahikeng, North West. Four men were arrested for allegedly attempting to sell two pangolins in Mahikeng, North West on Tuesday, 30 May. READ: SASSA ‘Shoprite loans’: Agency distances itself from another online scam HAWKS NAB MEN FOR ATTEMPTED SALE OF […]

Celebrations are taking place throughout France this week to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. Celebrations are taking place throughout France this week to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. MUST READ | Sharks snap up Springbok front rower World Rugby confirmed that the Webb Ellis Cup arrived […]

Seven hacks to improve your health by incorporating more plant-based foods into your diet. In recent years, there has been an increase in awareness around the importance of healthy eating habits. Scientists and nutritionists are doing more research on the benefits of eating more green vegetables and discovering more ways these plant foods can affect […]

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) issued a stern warning against an online scam claiming a loan partnership with Shoprite exists. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) distanced itself from an online scam circulating that claims the agency is involved in a loan partnership with supermarket Shoprite. READ: Police unveil more details about Warren […]

The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks – be it trying out viral food recipes on TikTok or assembling IKEA furniture, knowledge is nowadays, quite literally one click away. The next life hack to make your life just a bit easier is always lurking waiting for you to stumble upon it. ALSO WATCH: Lifehack: […]

Caught on Camera finds the most fascinating real-life moments caught on camera. CCTV cameras are often associated with catching criminals and preventing theft, they have also captured some hilarious moments, weird moments, and sometimes terrifying moments. ALSO WATCH: Caught on Camera: Prisoners turn prison yard into a fun DIY swimming pool (Video) Watch real-life moments caught on camera […]

Elegantly clad in an immaculate white gown and matching cap, Yoro Diao, 95, was wreathed in smiles after officiating at the baptism of his brand-new great-grandson. The ceremony was ripe with emotion for the old man, one of a dwindling band of Senegalese soldiers who fought in France’s colonial-era wars. In the twilight of his […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 31 May 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 Wednesday, 31 […]

Are you ready for the 31 May 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday? 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 […]