Sex workers and human rights advocates urges the decriminalisation of sex work. Parliament is yet to adopt the Bill. On 30 November 2022, Cabinet at last approved a draft statute to abolish criminal penalties for sex work (Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Bill). The Bill scraps the crime of buying and selling […]

The kids are home for the school holidays and looking for fun ways to pass time. Why not spend it boosting their energy and focus? It’s the March school holidays and the perfect time to help boost your child’s energy and concentration levels to ensure that they go back to school ready to tackle their […]

The demand for English education in Asia has opened up opportunities for SA teachers, who are easily understood for their clear accents. The demand for English education in Asia has opened up numerous opportunities for South African teachers, who are recognized for their clear and easily understood accents. In this article, we will explore six […]

We take a look at seven new cars South Africans can opt for that cost less than R200 000. With the recent announcement of another interest hike of 50 basis points, household debt has increased again. For consumers the interest rate hike is another blow for those borrowing money from institutions. Vehicle finance is mandatory […]

News of a Kia bakkie on the horizon in the next two years shouldn’t surprise anyone who understands the automotive landscape right now. As automotive manufacturing wallows somewhere between a shift to electrification and compact crossovers as the cure-all for future mobility, more carmakers have identified pick-up trucks – or bakkies to use the correct parlance […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 29 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 Monday, 29 […]

The City of Joburg says it will be excluding key customers, essential services and some businesses from loadshedding, DETAILS: ​The City of Joburg says it will be excluding key customers, essential services and some businesses from loadshedding in an effort to protect livelihoods, attract investments and increase the economy within the City, where network configurations allow. […]

Several controversial figures were reportedly interviewed for the Eskom CEO post earlier this month, replacing Andre De Ruyter. As Eskom continues battling to keep the lights on, the power utility is, at the same time, on the hunt for a new Group CEO. Eskom announced Calib Cassim as its Interim Group Chief Executive Officer after […]

A recent study has revealed that we are closer to a mass extinction of Earth’s wildlife than we think. Human destruction of global wildlife is occurring at an alarming rate. This is according to a new study published in the journal Biological Reviews last week. ALSO READ: Africa’s biodiversity: We can’t protect what we don’t know THE […]

A Kruger National Park game ranger has posted a video clip of a male and female lion walking down a road. REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe PICTURE | Caracal hit by vehicle on Suikerbossie near Llandudno, survives Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, the ranger captioned […]

Article originally published on GroundUp By Liezl Human The National Lotteries Commission has reintroduced animal welfare funding in its call for applications for 2023/24 after it withdrew funding for 2022/23. Animal welfare organisations are celebrating the reintroduction of lotteries funding and many have decided to apply. Animal welfare organisations said that the NLC did not understand the important […]

China is an important economic player in Africa. In 2021 alone, China accounted for nearly US$5 billion in foreign direct investment in African countries. The rapidly increasing Chinese presence across Africa has become a contentious issue both for Beijing and African governments. In particular, mega projects funded by China have resulted in public controversies about […]

American Harold Varner III edged South Africa’s Branden Grace by a single shot to win the LIV Golf Invitational – DC tournament and claim the $4 million top prize on Sunday. ALSO READ: Only a couple of South Africans to play US Open Varner, who ended 12-under for the three-round week, made birdie on his final hole, the par-5 18th, at the […]

Everyone is finding ways to cut costs as prices rise. Luckily, there are still ways to eat healthily on a budget.

Former South African rugby star Lukas van Biljon was stabbed repeatedly in the chest and his father shot three times and left for dead when six men attacked their farm at midnight. Springbok hooker Van Biljon, 47, was warned if he fought back his children – who were tied up – would be killed as […]

According to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the water quality in South Africa is of a high standard and “compares well with the best in the world”, referring to the government’s Water Research Commission. ALSO READ: South Africa will soon ban the sale of SOME energy-storing light bulbs RAMAPHOSA CONTRADICTS GOVERNMENT’S WATER RESEARCH REPORT However, the same research […]

Don’t let the cooler temperatures ruin your hair. Here are a few tips to ensure your locks stay healthy and full of moisture. We’ve barely worn our in-between-weather clothing and already it’s time to dig out the parkas and puffer jackets. Winter is here. But don’t let the cooler weather and a lack of moisture […]

As the unemployment rate continues to rise in South Africa, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here are some in demand job skills. According to jobs portal CareerJunction’s employment insights report, here are the job skills that are most in demand in South Africa right now. ALSO READ: South Africa will soon ban the […]

As the Western Cape heads into winter, the official dam level stats in the province have started to rise in recent weeks. However, the six major dams in the province – the Berg River, Steenbras Lower, Steenberg Upper, Theewaterskloof, Voëlvlei and Wemmershoek – are cumulatively down on a similar period last year. The good news is that […]

Nelson Mandela’s words continue to inspire and guide us, reminding us of the power of unity, forgiveness, and the pursuit of justice. If you happened to be putting together a short list of leaders who have had the greatest impact on the world, then Nelson Mandela would surely be at or near the top. As […]

South Africa is one of the leading countries in Africa to produce actors and actresses who become stars who shine in Hollywood. Lately Mzansi is also slowly but surely also adding musicians to the list of international stars who are making it in the United States. ALSO READ: Tina Turner’s other love: Cars Here are […]

Sensitive skin shouldn’t get you down. Here are a few practical tips to help you take care of your skin during winter. Struggling with sensitive skin? Don’t let the cooler winter temperature get you down. Check out these tips. ALSO READ: Moisture boost: Don’t let winter be the reason for your bad hair day TAKING CARE […]

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rhulani Mokwena is not willing to let his players go on a break. If he had it his way, Rhulani Mokwena would keep his Mamelodi Sundowns squad from going on holiday. ALSO READ: Let’s be real – Pitso Mosimane is leaving Ahli ALSO READ: Pitso Mosimane to coach Nigeria? MAMELODI SUNDOWNS COACH RHULANI […]

On Monday, 29 May, five suspects accused of helping Thabo Bester escape prison appeared in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court to hear the verdict in their bail applications. READ: Former Springbok hooker stabbed, his father shot during farm robbery SUSPECT NASTASSJA JANSEN GRANTED BAIL DUE TO ‘POROUS’ CASE AGAINST HER Magistrate Khabisi granted one of the suspects, […]

BBC presenter Naga Munchetty recently revealed that she suffers from adenomyosis, a chronic condition that affects the uterus. She spoke of how her pain can leave her unable to move and how a recent flare-up was so intense her husband had to call an ambulance. Yet many people have never heard of this condition, despite it […]