A number of roads will be closed between Durban and Pietermaritzburg on Sunday when the Comrades Marathon takes place. Motorists have been urged to find alternative routes as a number of roads between Durban and Pietermaritzburg will be closed on Sunday when the marathon takes place. This year’s race is a ‘down run’ between Pietermaritzburg and Durban. ROADS […]

Eskom recently announced that there will be no load shedding during the day until further notice, the power has resorted to some measures for this to be possible. ALSO READ: Eskom spends R8 billion of diesel on load shedding in two months ESKOM EASING LOAD SHEDDING SCHEDULE DURING THE DAY The recent and unexpected shift from […]

Former Public Protector Advocate Thuli Madonsela fell victim to a WhatsApp scam and lost thousands of rands. Madonsela took to Twitter to share with her followers how her friend’s WhatsApp was hacked and the alleged hacker asked for money for months on end. THULI MADONSELA SCAMMED ON WHATSAPP The person whose WhatsApp was hacked was […]

Former Proteas cricketer Daryll Cullinan has opened up about his recent cancer diagnosis that came ‘out of the blue’. Cullinan is one of the most well-known former Proteas cricketers, having played 70 Tests for South Africa between 1993-2001. He boasted a highest score of 275 not out and averaged an impressive 44.21 with the bat. […]

Minnie Dlamini is a famous actress, model and media personality from South Africa. She came to the limelight in 2010 after appearing in the South African soap opera, Generations: The Legacy. She has also appeared in other films such as Rock Ville and The World. The acclaimed actress has achieved extraordinary success in many areas of her life, including her […]

South African National Parks (SANParks) in collaboration with South African Police Services (SAPS), Care for Wild Rhino Sanctuary, Focused Conservation Solutions and Farm Watch Forums in Hoedspruit have today – 8 June 2023 – arrested suspects who were trying to sell a live pangolin this morning. One of those arrested is a SANParks Field Ranger […]

Ever wondered how property prices in Johannesburg differ from Cape Town? Here is what R50 million will get you in Johannesburg versus Cape Town. ALSO READ: Live like a Bridgerton! Check out this R150m Sandhurst mansion PROPERTY PRICES IN JOBURG VERSUS CAPE TOWN Over the past couple of years, Cape Town has claimed immerging tech hub […]

Today’s video: Chimpanzee paying for a pizza delivery in Russia. These daily videos are unfathomable and often unexplainable – but 100% genuine – and may well leave you speechless. ALSO READ: Great recovery for Cape Town International Airport Watch as a chimpanzee pays for a pizza delivery in Russia https://twitter.com/OTerrifying/status/1665592283381616640?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1665592283381616640%7Ctwgr%5E5543ddce9425d24ab84df8c21dbeaf353e88d93f%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesouthafrican.com%2Fvideo%2Fwatch-terrifying-video-of-a-chimpanzee-paying-for-a-pizza-delivery-breaking-thursday-8-june-2023%2F ALSO WATCH: WATCH – A […]

The latest Springboks squad will assemble in Pretoria on Sunday, 11 June, to officially prepare for their Rugby Championship campaign, which takes place in July. With the 2023 Rugby World Cup fast approaching, the big-name Springbok players based both overseas and locally are expected to ramp up their training and preparation. REMINDER: Springboks’ season officially underway […]

A total of 16 distinct car models are currently being made by nine major vehicle manufacturers in South Africa. ALSO READ: LIST: Vehicles that are mostly targeted in hijackings in South Africa CAR MANUFACTURING CONTRIBUTING TO GDP After their downfall in 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the local manufacturing industry bounced back and […]

South Africa unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. FOR THE LATEST RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 NEWS VISIT THE SAPEOPLE WEBSITE The SAPeople website takes a look at what has happened to the heroic starting Springbok XV that memorable day at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, continuing with flank Ruben […]

A multi-disciplinary joint Cross Border Road Transport Operation in the Johannesburg CBD yielded a resounding success after a score of buses were impounded for operating with fraudulent permits. MULTI-DISCIPLINARY OPERATION TARGETS CROSS BORDER BUSES On Wednesday, 07 June 2023, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers together with the Cross Border Road Transport Agency, South African Police […]

Volvo announced its new electric car, the EX30, will arrive in South Africa in early 2024. The all-electric Volvo EX30 has been confirmed for introduction to South Africa, the Swedish carmaker announced. It’s the brand’s most affordable electric vehicle (EV) with a five-model line up priced from R775 900. It’s the smallest Volvo yet, measuring […]

Life has once again been breathed into South Africa’s plans to extradite the Gupta brothers to face charges of fraud and corruption in relation to state capture. South Africa and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to work together by setting up a joint task team of prosecutors from both countries. Justice Minister Ronald Lamola met […]

South Africa unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. Where are the Springbok heroes today – Francois Pienaar? The 1995 Rugby World Cup captain is one of the game’s most recognisable figures following the Springboks triumph. Pienaar made his provincial debut for the then Transvaal in 1989 before […]

According to the Kremlin, Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Vladimir Putin held a telephone call on Wednesday, 7 June. READ: BRICS summit hosted by South Africa faces dangers PUTIN AND RAMAPHOSA CHAT ON WEDNESDAY, SAYS KREMLIN News agency Reuters reported that the Russian government said Putin and Ramaphosa discussed the “well-known” African initiative to resolve the Ukraine conflict. The […]

The Rugby World Cup is around the corner and these TEN Springboks are all in line to get their first taste of rugby’s greatest showpiece. The Rugby World Cup is around the corner and these TEN Springboks are all in line to get their first taste of rugby’s greatest showpiece. MUST READ: ICYMI – SEVEN SPRINGBOKS SET […]

‘This is unprofessional on MaMkhize’s part and really embarrassing,’ wrote one person about the Robert Marawa interview. South African businesswoman and reality TV star Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize recently sat down with seasoned sportscaster Robert Marawa to discuss her soccer team Royal AM. While many were expecting an informative interview, they were left disappointed after watching […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 7 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 Wednesday, 7 […]

Are you ready for the 7 June 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 […]

The police officer returned fire when unknown suspects shot at her. She sustained a gunshot wound and was hospitalised. A woman police officer was shot while on duty in a satellite police station in the Free State early Wednesday morning, 7 June. READ: Under-fire Joburg mayor Kabelo Gwamanda receiving ‘urgent’ medical treatment AUTHORITIES LAUNCH AN INVESTIGATION […]

Orlando Pirates have been accused of not taking GBV seriously after revealing that Lorch pleaded guilty to assaulting Nokuphiwa Mathithibala. Premier Soccer League (PSL) side Orlando Pirates have been slammed on social media following a statement on the its star player Thembinkosi Lorch’s conviction. On Tuesday, 6 June, Lorch – who is affectionately known as […]

Thando Thabethe has applied for an interim protection order after she accused her ex Lunga Shabalala of ‘stalking’ her after their split. They appeared t be Mzansi’s most beautiful couple. But behind the scenes, Thando Thabethe claims her relationship and subsequent split with ex-boyfriend Lunga Shabalala was messy and even obsessive. The 947 presenter has […]

South Africa has recorded a lower data of baby deaths in 2023 as compared to the previous year. However, Tembisa hospital is still a concern. Baby deaths rate has decreased by an impressive 3.02% from 2022, however, some hospitals are still a concern as they are recording a high number of deaths. ALSO READ: Principal and teacher […]

Lionel Messi has made a shock decision to join the MLS next season, meaning an immiment meeting with ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Njabulo Blom. Lionel Messi is on the verge of a move to the United States MLS, spurning the chance to return to Barcelona. He’s set to meet former Kaizer Chiefs star Njabulo Blom! LIONEL […]