Relations between the People’s Republic of China and Russia on one hand and the west, specifically the US, on the other have become increasingly tense in recent times. For the US, China and Russia represent authoritarian regimes. For China, the US is the source of global insecurity. With a few exceptions like France and the […]

A Kruger National Park game ranger has shared a stunning picture of last night’s sunset over the famed park. Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, the ranger captioned the post: “The sunset was (on fire) with four fire emojis.” SEE | Kruger Park: Ranger shares picture of black mambas killed by car – LOOK The […]

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) says it has recorded an unexpected, sudden increase in mumps, which constitutes an outbreak. According to the public health institute, mumps is an acute viral infection caused by the rubulavirus, also known as the mumps virus. “It is sometimes called ‘infectious parotitis’, as it causes painful swelling of […]

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is requesting help in finding the missing 28-year-old university professor Khatliso Edwin. He was last seen at the Calabria in Meloding, in the Free State, on 5 May 2023, where he resides with his brother. ACCORDING TO HIS BROTHER, HE WAS VISITING A FRIEND WHEN HE WENT MISSING According to his brother, […]

With only hours to go until the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Friday, 12 May, South Africa could well welcome its newest multi-millionaires. FOR THE LATEST POWERBALL RESULTS CLICK HERE There’s never a bad time to become super rich overnight! ALSO READ | SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL LOTTERY: TOP 10 PAYOUTS IN HISTORY But to win, you need to play – […]

Eskom has reportedly confirmed that a new national standards document proposes providing load shedding schedules up to Stage 16. The embattled power utility is currently implementing Stage 6 load shedding and energy experts have not ruled out the possibility of Eskom implementing Stage 8 or higher this winter. ESKOM TO IMPLEMENT STAGE 16 LOAD SHEDDING? […]

The Blitzboks’ season of woe continued at their most recent tournament in Singapore in April when they finished in a tie for 12th-place. READ | Cape Town City forced to relocate for Stormers at DHL Stadium And post-tournament things got even worse for the Springboks Sevens side when the draw for the 10th and penultimate leg in Toulouse, France was conducted. The tournament […]

An Independent inquiry, led by a retired judge, will be established to investigate the United States’ (US) allegations that South Africa supplied weapons and ammunition to Russia. READ: Ramaphosa LIED about SA’s involvement in Russia Ukraine war, claims DA US AMBASSADOR WILLING TO BET HIS LIFE ON ALLEGATIONS On Thursday, 11 May, US ambassador to […]

South African athlete Akani Simbini has been named as one of four Africans on the Diamond League start list! Akani Simbine forms part of a star-studded lineup set to compete in the 100m event at the Rabat Diamond League in Morocco. The South African speedster will line up next to Ferdinand Omanyala of Kenya, Machmour […]

The assertion by US Ambassador to South Africa, Reuben Brigety, that war materials and ammunition were loaded onto sanctioned Russian ship, Lady R, which departed South Africa’s naval base in Simon’s Town in December 2022, is a “chilling and deeply troubling confirmation that President Cyril Ramaphosa and his government are actively involved in the Russian Federation’s […]

The DA demands an audit of all the National School Nutrition Programmes after thousands of kids were left hungry in KZN and EC schools. The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called on the Minister of Basic Education, Angie Motshekga, to institute an audit of all the National School Nutrition Programmes (NSNP) in all the provinces. READ […]

The Urban Caracal Project has confirmed the tragic death of Hermes after he was hit by a car earlier this week. MUST READ | Rats are trending! FIVE things to know about the Woolworths chicken-loving rodents In a Facebook post on Thursday, the project posted a heartbreaking statement. WATCH | There are two types of people when encountering an […]

Orlando Pirates coach José Riveiro is closing off the season just like he opened it, having scooped the DStv Premiership Coach of the Month for April, in an overwhelming majority following receiving 100 percent of the votes from the judging panel made up of football media, commentators and analysts. ALSO READ | Pirates transfer rumour: Sights […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Thursday, 11 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 Thursday, 11 […]

For South Africa, balancing its relationships with BRICS and the EU and the US is becoming more of a challenge. Relations between the People’s Republic of China and Russia on one hand and the west, specifically the US, on the other have become increasingly tense in recent times. For the US, China and Russia represent […]

Before he seemingly convinced Nandipha Magudumana to become his partner in crime, Thabo Bester was engaged to a billionaire businesswoman. This, while he was imprisoned at the Magaung Correctional Centre. These details emerged in an eNCA interview with Bester’s former prison mate. ALSO READ: Pulling a Rosemary? Nandipha stuns with fresh braids, laid edges THABO BESTER ENGAGED TO […]

South Africa is set to produce Anti-HIV injections at a drug company, Cipla in Benoni and Durban. ALSO READ: Health Forum recommends Covid boosters, especially people over 50 ANTI-HIV INJECTIONS TO BE MADE IN SA According to the Mail and Guardian, South African arm of the Indian drug company Cipla has confirmed that a generic version of […]

The United Rugby Championship Elite XV for the 2022/23 season has been released, with four South Africans making the team. ALSO READ: Connacht could surprise in URC semi-final Irish players feature most prominently, with six players in the team, while Scotland and Italy have two each and one from Wales. A media panel voted for the […]

Television viewers in the United Kingdom (UK) witnessed one of the most akward moments captured live on air when political activist Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu basically forced presnter Dawn Neesom to pronounce her name correctly. ALSO READ: The US thinks SA provided Russia with weapons All this unfolded during Channel 5’s Jeremy Vine show which Neesom was guest hosting. […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged reports that the United States government believes South Africa provided Russia with weapons. READ: Cold front: Disruptive rain and potential flooding expected in Eastern Cape US AMBASSADOR RAISES CONCERNS OVER LADY R’S VISIT TO SIMON’S TOWN Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, took to Twitter and wrote, “The Presidency has noted the reported […]

Police confiscated 2,450 Mandrax tablets with an estimated street value R180 000 and 8 bags of Tik valued at R45 000. Two people have been arrested on charges of possession of drugs following a raid in Goodwood in Cape Town on Wednesday. Working on an intelligence-driven operation, the South African Police Service’s Anti-Gang Unit raid revealed drugs […]

The Sharks have named a strong squad to face the Pumas at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Friday 12 May. Having been eliminated from the URC playoffs, the Sharks are free to bring their star power to bear in the Currie Cup. READ MORE: Sharks tie down Ntuthuko Mchunu for another 2 years SHARKS […]

Stay in touch with what is happening around the world with The South African’s viral video selections. The latest viral video is taking the internet by storm and for different reasons. Watch this wild elephant chasing a safari vehicle while the visitors scream. Today’s Viral Video is about a trending video shows visitors recording videos of a […]

A teen was arrested after he allegedly accidentally killed his own brother with a firearm, bringing SA’s gun laws into question again KwaZulu-Natal police have called on holders of licenced firearms to store them in accordance with the law and to inform them when the owner has deceased, after a teen accidentally killed his brother […]

Durban police seized tons of counterfeit designer clothing with an estimated value of R400 000 at the harbour. Durban police seized tons of counterfeit goods at the harbour in the early hours of Wednesday, 10 May. No arrests have been made. It is believed that the goods originated in an Asian country. READ: Western Cape govt […]