After having withstood apartheid-forced removals, five District Six families are now facing eviction from their cottages on Searle Street by a private owner based in Mpumalanga. A row of Victorian cottages in District Six survived apartheid demolition after a Catholic religious order begged for their protection. The cottages were put up for sale by the […]

During the visit, the Minister of Electricity will receive a status report on the measures taken to bring back four units at Kusile. The Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will, tomorrow, Monday, 22 May, visit the Kusile Power Station. PURPOSE TO VISIT KUSILE POWER STATION IN MPUMALANGA The visit to Kusile is part of the […]

The Free State has recorded an improved increase in dam water levels this past week, thanks to the slight rains. ALSO READ: Dam levels: Eastern Cape dam water levels weekly update Dam water levels have been declining throughout several provinces in the country and the Free State is one of the heavily affected. According to weather […]

The Chairperson of the University of Cape Town’s council, Babalwa Ngyonyama has resigned, with immediate effect. This follows a recommendation from a high-powered panel, established to investigate governance at UCT, in an interim report, that she be immediately removed. The panel consists of Judge Lex Mpati (chair), Judge Azhar Cachalia, Dr Bernadette Johnson and Dr […]

Social media was abuzz when a tweep @wezakaq shared a picture of three men posing next to a massive crocodile on Thursday, 18 May. ALSO READ: Kruger Park ranger will return to crocodile attack site [WATCH] THREE MEN POSE NEXT TO A REPTILE The picture of the captured reptile went viral and received more than 1 million views on […]

Cape Town City will be at the negotiating table with Kaizer Chiefs and Sundowns for a star player. They hold all the cards though. Cape Town City hold all the cards as Khanyisa Mayo continues to attract interest from Kaizer Chiefs, Sundowns and abroad. ICYMI: Amakhosi bid farewell to attacking duo? GLAMOUR BOYS: Dream Kaizer Chiefs XI […]

The Supreme Court of Appeal has refused the Observatory Civil Association (OCA) permission to appeal the Western Cape High Court’s order dismissing the OCA’s application to interdict the River Club development. The City of Cape Town welcomes the SCA’s decision to protect this vital development that will hold enormous heritage, environmental, economic, infrastructural and other […]

The Gauteng Department of Health confirmed a Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal. Two children have died as the death toll increases. The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that the death toll due to the Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal has increased to 12. According to the department, lab results of stool specimens of 19 people who presented […]

A Kruger National Park game ranger has shared a video clip of a hippo feeding in the grass in broad daylight. PICTURE | Caracal hit by vehicle on Suikerbossie near Llandudno, survives REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, the ranger captioned the post: “It’s […]

Yes, that’s right. Though it may be hard to think of a cemetery as beautiful, there are a number of cemeteries that attract millions of visitors every year. In some instances, cemeteries are included on the list of places to visit by many tourists that travel to certain destinations. ALSO READ: Solo travelling: Reasons why […]

The Springboks can breathe a sigh of relief after getting a welcome injury update on first-choice flyhalf Handre Pollard. The Springboks have been given a pertinent update on flyhalf Handre Pollard injury after his club, the Leicester Tigers, disclosed the prognosis of his injury. LIVE UPDATES: SPRINGBOKS’ ROAD TO THE RUGBY WORLD CUP The Springboks’ No […]

Leaning into the side-window of a car stopped at a routine checkpoint, a South African policeman tells the driver he needs “a cool drink”. MUST READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 The sun is shining but it’s not really refreshment that the officer is after. As most […]

This is a corrected version of an article previously published The All Blacks seem to be everyone’s biggest rivals, but who have been their biggest foes in Rugby World Cup head-to-head matches? ALSO READ: These 12 referees will decide the Rugby World Cup: Should we worry? Like South Africa, New Zealand have won three World Cups: 1987, 2011 and 2015. […]

A number of people who had the same symptoms were admitted at Jubilee Hospital in Hammanskraal. A Cholera outbreak has been confirmed. The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that the diarrhoeal outbreak in Hammanskraal is Cholera. According to the department, lab results of stool specimens of 19 people who presented at Jubilee District Hospital with […]

Laughter is the best medicine and South Africans in Mzansi and abroad could certainly do with a dose of the giggles these days! Dear Math Grow up and solve your own problems. Do you have a favourite joke you’d like to share? If so, send a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211 and we’ll publish the ones that […]

In this latest animal sighting, lions play tug of war with warthog trying to escape. According to the Latest Sighting website, this sighting took place at Kruger National Park. ALSO READ: Kruger National Park: Rare sighting of two Sable antelope – VIDEO Three lions use all of their strength to pull one warthog out of […]

It’s still too early to predict what lies ahead for both petrol and prices in early June, but the latest data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) remains good for motorists in South Africa, BUT … MUST READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 SHOPPERS | Cheapest groceries in South Africa: Checkers v Woolworths […]

Look away Kaizer Chiefs fans, the latest update on Amakhosi star Ashley Du Preez is worrying after being involved in a horror tackle. AmaKhosi star Ashley Du Preez has reportedly been hospitalised following Saturday’s loss against Cape Town City. Du Preez was on the receiving end of a reckless tackle by City man Taariq Fielies, […]

Reading literacy has raised concern among education stakeholders in the country. Kunyashe is a Grade 1 pupil in Cape Town, South Africa. Reading literacy has raised concern among education stakeholders in the country. Kunyashe is a Grade 1 pupil in Cape Town, South Africa. She’s very focused on her schoolwork. She shares a tiny one-roomed […]

The Eastern Cape province is also expected to have less rain during the upcoming winter season, which means the dam water levels will decline over the period. ALSO READ: Dam levels: Eastern Cape dam water levels weekly update Just like many other provinces, the costal province is expecting a dry winter season ahead. However, the province […]

Getting an award at the end of the season is what all Premier Soccer League (PSL) players are dreaming about in South Africa… writes Godfrey Sigwela.  However the players’ efforts in the field of play seem to not be relevant to their dreams. Apparently PSL fans are not happy and are complaining about the lack […]

An outbreak of cholera has killed at least 10 people near Pretoria, health authorities said on Sunday, urging the public to be “extra vigilant”. ALSO READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 The Department of Health in Pretoria’s Gauteng province said 95 people visited a local hospital since Monday showing cholera symptoms, including […]

The home expenses of South African ministers came under intense scrutiny on Sunday after it was revealed that vast sums have been spent on curtains, kitchens and killing cockroaches. MUST READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 The leading opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), said it was submitting […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Sunday, 21 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 Sunday, 21 […]

According to the latest Nomad Passport Index Ranking, the South African passport ranks outside the Top 100 in the world. UPDATED LIST | Bank branches where you can get a Smart ID or Passport The 2023 ranking list shows that the South Africa passport ranks 101st with a total score of 65.00. Scores is calculated using FIVE key categories: Travel, Taxation, Perception, […]