Russian fighter aircraft dropped flares above a US drone as it took part in a mission against the Islamic State jihadist group in Syria, damaging its propeller, a US commander said Tuesday. ALSO READ: Unusual encounter: Russian bride runs to Putin for picture [Video] The United States has accused Russian pilots of putting both aircraft and crewmembers […]

Mamelodi Sundowns are preparing to say goodbye to one of their academy products Cassius Mailula, who is set to sign for MLS side Toronto FC. READ | KAIZER CHIEFS SET TO OFFER KEY PLAYER A CONTRACT EXTENSION? Last week, Sundowns released an official statement confirming that they were in negotiations with a North American club for Mailula, which has now been revealed […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Wednesday, 26 July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. Yellow Level 1 Warning: Waves resulting in difficulty in navigation at sea for small vessels and person watercraft are expected between Cape Columbine and Cape Agulhas from Wednesday […]

AIRLINK AND FLYNAMIBIA TEAM UP Privately-owned domestic and regional airline for Namibia, FlyNamibia, has officially joined Airlink’s Global Distribution System (GDS) in an effort to promote their services to a wider market. A GDS is regarded as a network system owned or operated by a company, in this case, Airlink, that enables transactions between travel industry […]

South African comedian Trevor Noah has confirmed that he has written a new book that will hit shelves on 31 October 2023. The title of the book is Into The Uncut Grass. ALSO READ | Missing luggage and arguments: Inside Trevor Noah’s Paris trip Noah, 39, shared the cover on social media with the book described as an “illustrated fable […]

Kaizer Chiefs have already bolstered their squad with eight new signings, and are now looking to secure the future of one of their key stars. READ | TWO NEW ORLANDO PIRATES SIGNINGS FIND A NEW PSL CLUB ON LOAN So far Chiefs have announced, Thathayoane Ditlhokwe, Given Msimango, Mduduzi Mdantsane, Edson Castillo, Pule Mmodi, Ranga Chivaviro and Tebogo Potsane. READ | ‘TALK IS CHEAP’ LESEDI […]

A top envoy to Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces on Monday said it was “time for peace” in Sudan and the Darfur region even as RSF’s war with Sudan’s regular army passed its 100th day. ALSO READ: Sudanese shocked as rockets, shells kill 20 civilians in Darfur RSF representative Youssef Ezzat made his remarks in the West […]

South Africa is facing an extreme winter-weather horror, featuring heavy rains, floods, snowfall and even landspout tornados. During a weather disaster, it is important to remember that what effects humans, can also effects our pets, and as pet owners we have the responsibility to keep our fur-family safe. Animal protection organisation Humane Society International/Africa shares […]

We now know the full list of players who are at risk of missing out on Jacques Nienaber’s 33-man Springboks Rugby World Cup. MUST READ – SPRINGBOKS: THREE OUT! GOOD AND BAD NEWS ON RUGBY WORLD CUP CHANCES! – UPDATE Nienaber will name his 33-man Rugby World Cup squad on 8 August 2023. Meaning, the players […]

Four passengers were killed following a mass shooting at a taxi rank in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal. The incident happened on Tuesday, 25 July. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead FOUR KILLED IN PORT SHEPSTONE TAXI RANK According to emergency service, Mi7, its teams found several security services and police units present, […]

A court in Burkina Faso on Tuesday jailed a pro-junta activist for one year for defaming the police and added two more years from a previous suspended sentence for making death threats. ALSO READ: Mali’s junta chief new constitution fuels opponents protests The court in the capital Ouagadougou found Mohamed Sinon guilty after he accused the […]

Cape Town-based SAOTA and ARRCC, along with Poliform, have collaborated for a spectacular exhibition – LIGHT SPACE LIFE – at the prestigious Venice Biennale called Time Space Existence. This exhibition in Italy is hosted by the European Cultural Centre from May 20 to November 26, 2023. The three brands say their collaboration is a natural […]

Eben Etzebeth will pass John Smit in the list of most Tests played for the Springboks on Saturday, 29 July at Ellis Park. BREAKING | Springboks make surprise selections for Argentina Test The Springboks will take on Argentina in their final Rugby Championship clash in Johannesburg this weekend. Kick-off is at 17:05. ALSO READ | All Blacks get Bledisloe Cup boost with return of veteran duo Etzebeth […]

Lethukukhanya Mjaji aka little Miss Albany bread is a South African super star and symbol of hope for many. This after simple photographs of her enjoying some mud between her toes while making a trip home with a loaf of bread went viral online. The youngster has been showered with compliments, kind words and even […]

Durban Gen actress Nelisiwe Sibiya did not expect to be booed off stage during the Miss and Mr King Cetshwayo District Municipality pageant at University of Zululand in Empangeni, northern KZN on Friday, 21 July. ALSO READ: ‘I don’t do weak men’: Nelisiwe Sibiya on failed engagement [watch] NELISIWE SIBIYA RESPONDS TO THE BACKLASH According to Zimoja, Nelisiwe […]

Reuters: The dollar clung to gains against the euro on Monday after recent economic data showed a stronger U.S. economy and a slowing euro zone as traders look beyond a trio of central bank meetings this week for clues to the outlook for monetary policy. U.S. DOLLAR CLUNG TO GAINS A closely-watched purchasing managers’ survey […]

In the wake of the Springboks team announcement, Jacques Nienaber says he has to master a fine balancing act between experience and youth in the run-up to the World Cup. ALSO READ: Unpopular opinion: Springboks’ latest loss was also a WIN Nienaber named a revamped Springbok lineup to front Argentina in their third and final Rugby […]

Singapore is set to hang two drug convicts this week, including the first woman to be sent to the gallows in nearly 20 years, rights groups said Tuesday, while urging the executions be halted. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead Local rights organisation Transformative Justice Collective (TJC) said a 56-year-old […]

Potable water supplier Rand Water has cancelled the 30-hour shutdown that would have affected various parts of Tshwane due to unforeseen circumstances. The shutdown was scheduled to take place at 05:00 on 30 July to 11:00 on 31 July 2023. RAND WATER CANCELLS TSHWANE SHUTDOWN The City of Tshwane previously said the water utility’s technicians […]

Retail giant Hennes & Mauritz has sued its fast-growing rival Shein in a Hong Kong court for copyright infringement, the Swedish fashion juggernaut said Tuesday. Shein, founded in China in 2008, has swiftly claimed a top place in the global fast-fashion marketplace, offering low-priced collections attractive to young social media-savvy customers. H&M confirmed on Tuesday […]

The travel, tourism and hospitality industry on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal is reeling from an ongoing water crisis as municipal authorities struggle to provide a reliable water supply. According to residents’ reports, the South Coast has experienced shocking water shortages over the last 18 months, with only 107 out of 255 days having access […]

Duane Vermeulen will lead a new-look Springboks team in their final Rugby Championship match against Argentina at Ellis Park in Johannesburg on Saturday. ALSO READ: Unpopular opinion: Springboks’ latest loss was also a WIN The veteran No 8 will lead the team in what could be the competition decider depending on the result between New […]

At the start of the Rugby Championship, two veterans who have been sorely missed by the Springboks are Siya Kolisi and Handre Pollard, each being one of the most influential players in the forward pack and backline respectively. Both are virtually irreplaceable players in this Springbok set up, although the good news is that the […]

A $2.2-billion mining tunnel in South Africa has started to produce its first diamonds, mining giant De Beers said on Tuesday. In 2012, the global firm started digging beneath the country’s largest diamond mine, Venetia, seeking to reach gems at a depth of more than 1,000 metres (3,250 feet). ALSO READ: Botswana secures last-minute deal with De Beers […]

The Springboks will head into their final Rugby Championship clash against Argentina Ellis Park this Saturday (kick off at 5pm), and on Tuesday coach Jacques Nienaber unveiled his latest matchday squad selection. ALSO READ: Four players who cannot afford to flop for Springbok side Nienaber made nine changes to the starting team that went down 35-20 against […]