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 […]

The race quota law aimed at increasing the employment of black people in South Africa has enraged some businesses and opposition parties who say the legislation could see qualified workers lose their jobs. The government has rebuffed the criticism, saying the bill is not going to result in job losses and only seeks to promote […]

Nicaragua has concluded negotiations on a free trade deal with China, which is due to be signed in August and come into force early next year, Nicaraguan officials said Monday. “We thank God for the good news that we have achieved the substantial conclusion of the negotiations,” Laureano Ortega Murillo, presidential adviser on trade and investment, […]

The new petrol and diesel prices for August 2023 will take effect from next week. Sadly, the latest numbers from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) don’t paint a pretty picture. Below, the latest projections as received by The South African website from the CEF, effective Monday, 24 July 2023. ALSO READ | REMINDER | Interest rate: How much your bond costs every month […]

Following responding to a 911 call made on Sunday, 23 July, 45-year-old Tafari Campbell, a personal chef to former United States president Barack Obama, has been confirmed dead after he was found near the Obamas’ Massachusetts home in what is said to be a paddle boarding accident, BBC reported. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about […]

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be moving from their home in Montecito to Malibu according to a report by Express. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about the impact of trauma FROM MONTECITO TO MALIBU? An insider told Express that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be moving from Montecito […]

It is sad and shameful to see both Johannesburg and Pretoria ranking among the most polluted cities on the African continent. SOUTH AFRICAN CITIES Unfortunately, for many Johannesburg and Pretoria residents life in these metropolises is already challenging enough with deteriorating roads, ever-increasing living costs, and worsening crime levels. Increased air pollution is often visible […]

After plenty of previous speculation about the future of Lesedi Kapinga following his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns, it was quite recently reported that Pirates could be monitoring the situation of the midfielder. ALSO READ | More Chiefs players set to be cut from squad – report The Buccaneers have now swooped in to secure his services, with the club […]

Being arrested can be a confusing, scary experience that most people might think would never happen to them. Arrests can happen on suspicion of a crime, but sometimes might also be wrongfully conducted. Here’s what to do if you’ve just been arrested in South Africa, from the arrest to the booking process. ALSO READ: The […]

Dai Young has left his role as Director of Rugby at one of the top URC club’s with immediate effect after an investigation into bullying allegations. Young was suspended from his role on April 20 due to the allegations, which he categorically denied. A barrister ruled that there was “insufficient evidence to support the allegations”. […]

One of the enduring talking points since the start of the Springbok season has revolved around whether the national coaches should still be sticking to a strategy of deploying a ‘bomb squad’ of bench players. ALSO READ: What time is kick off for Springboks v Argentina on Saturday? During the last Test against the All Blacks, […]

The City of Ekurhuleni has been set back over R200 000 after its grader was found without its set of tyres and rims recently. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead HOW THE GRADER WAS STOLEN IN THE CITY OF EKURHULENI The Executive Mayor of Ekurhuleni Sivuyile Ngodwana condemned the vandalism and theft […]

Russia said Monday that drone attacks in central Moscow and annexed Crimea could warrant a harsh response, after Ukraine claimed an attack on the capital. ALSO READ: African Union regrets Russia’s suspension of grain cargo deal “We regard what happened as yet another use of terrorist methods and intimidation of the civilian population by the military […]

This viral video from 2019 depicting a police officer testing over the limit on a breathalyser after eating a hot cross bun has found traction again and put the spotlight on the accuracy of the devices. Since the first breathalyser device was developed back in the 1950s the technology has remained largely unchanged. The devices […]

French luxury brand LVMH announced on Monday it will be a “premium sponsor” of the 2024 Paris Olympics. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about the impact of trauma LVMH becomes the sixth top-tier domestic sponsor, allowing the Olympics organisers to practically reach their sponsorship target of €1.24 billion. DIARISE | When will Banyana Banyana next be […]

A total of 77 people were injured after two buses collided on Kingsway Road near the entrance to the University of Johannesburg on Tuesday morning. BREAKING NEWS- A TOTAL OF 77 PEOPLE WERE INJURED IN A MULTI BUS ACCIDENT According to Emer-G-Med spokesperson Kyle van Reenen, the accident happened at around 08:00 on Tuesday morning. “On arrival […]

Next week, SASSA will begin payment for all eligible beneficiaries starting on Wednesday 2 August with the older person’s grant. Recipients are reminded that they do not need to rush and withdraw the money on day it is available as SASSA would not reverse the money. ALSO READ: Struggling with SASSA? Here’s How to Understand […]

Tensions ran high at the University of Cape Town on Monday evening as supporters of gay rights confronted members of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) ahead of a lecture by Kenyan professor Patrick Lumumba. Lumumba, who has been reported as supporting the repression of gay people in Uganda, was invited by the EFF for the […]

Former PRASA chairperson and member of parliament, Sfiso Buthelezi, is threatening to sue Zackie Achmat, director of commuter activist group #UniteBehind, for defamation. This after Achmat made statements during a radio interview in which he accused Buthelezi of corruption during his time at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA). Zackie Achmat and #UniteBehind are refusing […]

Africa’s first-ever Netball World Cup has grounded its feet in the Mother City. All 16 competing nations officially touch down in Cape Town and start preparations for the first centre pass, which takes place on 28 July 2023 at CTICC. Excitement is mounting as Africa’s first Netball World Cup is officially a couple of days […]

Global sports company Puma on Monday launched a United Warriors pop-up store for the duration of the 2023 Netball World Cup in Cape Town. ALSO READ: Proteas skipper Msomi bags personalised shoes from PUMA Puma South Africa is the official kit supplier for Netball South Africa in the Netball World Cup and in March this year […]

Trevor Francis, Britain’s first £1 million footballer, has died at the age of 69 from a heart attack, a family spokesperson said on Monday. The forward’s blockbuster move to Nottingham Forest from Birmingham took place in February 1979 and he scored the winning goal in the European Cup final just months later. ALSO READ | Kaizer […]

The current population of South Africa is 60 452 474 as of Monday, July 24, 2023, based on Worldometer elaboration of the latest United Nations data. The world’s current population is a little over 8 billion. South Africa’s population is equivalent to 0.75% of the total world population. ALSO READ | These are South Africa’s Top 20 chess players South Africa ranks 24th in the list of countries […]

A new law aimed at increasing the employment of black people in South Africa has enraged businesses and liberals who say the legislation could see qualified workers lose their jobs. ALSO READ | The 16 Caribbean countries South African passport holders can visit visa-free South Africa’s leading opposition party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), is to take to the […]