Mahana Abdelrahman used to crisscross Sudan in his truck, delivering shipments across the vast country, but three months of brutal war have drastically reduced road transportation, grinding business to a halt. Now, the 45-year-old driver chain-smokes and sips coffee at a cafe on the outskirts of Wad Madani, a city that has welcomed him and […]

This is heartbreaking! The family of actor Bradley Olivier released a statement on Wednesday. He is known for his role as Danny Jantjies in the soapie Binnelanders. THE STATEMENT RELEASED BY BRADLEY OLIVIER’S FAMILY IS HEARTBREAKING Family spokesperson Solomon Cupido said in a statement that the 36-year-old Bradley Olivier had received the best possible medical care and […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of a dramatic drop in temperature, with snow in places for the southern half of the country this week. The weather service said a cut-off low is expected to develop over the southern interior of South Africa, resulting in a sudden and widespread lowering of maximum temperatures, […]

Experts and industry leaders agree that Eskom – and by extension the country – is not likely to incur a total grid collapse and blackout despite current electricity generation challenges. This came out during a webinar hosted by the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) on the myths and facts about electricity grid stability on Wednesday. Eskom’s […]

The Presidency has confirmed that President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will not attend the 15th Summit of BRICS – however, the Russian Federation will be represented by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. “By mutual agreement, President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation will not attend the Summit but the Russian Federation will be represented […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 19 July 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 Wednesday, 19 […]

Are you ready for the 19 July 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re South Africa’s latest overnight millionaire. FOR THE LATEST SA EXPAT NEWS VISIT SAPEOPLE If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play then you might just strike gold here. Let’s have a […]

Several West African leaders met Tuesday in Nigeria to discuss how to manage security at the end of a UN peacekeeping mission in Mali and push for a return to democracy after a series of coups. ALSO READ: Mali security deteriorates as jihadists commit murder, rape The UN Security Council last month voted to end a decade-old peacekeeping […]

South Africa’s inflation dropped to the lowest level in 20 months in June, slipping back within the central bank’s target range, official data showed on Wednesday. Annual consumer price inflation slowed to 5.4 percent last month, down from 6.3 percent in May, national statistics agency StatsSA said in a statement. The drop was the steepest since […]

Burkina Faso’s junta leader on Tuesday lashed out at the “cowardice” of the country’s jihadist rebels after local and security sources reported at least 10 civilian deaths in two attacks. ALSO READ: Ghana accused of deporting 500 Burkina nationals: UN agency Residents of Nouna, local capital of Kossi province in the west, contacted by telephone, said […]

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial was postponed to Thursday, 20 July after State witness Zandie Khumalo fell ill. Khumalo was on the stand at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria giving her account of what transpired the night Meyiwa was shot and killed at her home in Vosloorus on 26 October 2014. ZANDIE KHUMALO FALLS […]

Following death threat reports and a letter by African Transformation Movement (ATM) leader Vuyo Zungula to ministers Bheki Cele and Ronald Lamola, Moja Love has said that the Sizok’thola host and crew are fully protected. ALSO READ: Drug lords declare war on ‘Sizok’thola’ host Xolani Khumalo MOJA LOVE PUTS SECURITY MEASURES I PLACE FOR ‘SIZOK’THOLA’ CREW […]

Singer Kelly Khumalo’s lawyer, Magdalene Moonsamy has pulled out as her legal representative in the murder case of slain Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa. Moonsamy has reportedly sent a notice of withdrawal to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). KELLY KHUMALO’S LAWYER DROPS HER Moonsamy was a watching brief on behalf of Khumalo without being directly […]

A North West husband will be spending the next half of his existence behind bars after he was slapped with a life sentenced for killing his pregnant wife. THE REASON FOR THE GRUESOME MURDER OF HIS PREGNANT WIFE NPA Regional Spokesperson Henry Mamothame confirmed that the Taung Regional Court sentenced Thapelo Edwin Mojaki (41), to life imprisonment […]

An abalone smuggler opted to risk ending his life than be captured by the police after he was busted on the other side of the law in Eastern Cape. ABALONE SMUGGLERS DRIVING IN SUSPCIOUS FASHION At the weekend, SAPS Cookhouse Highway Patrol apprehended suspects in possession of smuggled abalone. Police spokesperson Colonel Priscilla Naidu says this is […]

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says cold weather, accompanied by overcast, rainy conditions, can be expected to set in over parts of the Northern Cape, North West, Gauteng, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and Mpumalanga this week. The weather service had warned that a cut-off low is expected to develop over the southern interior of South Africa […]

The All Blacks are in the pound seats to wrap up this year’s shortened Rugby Championship title, but the Springboks still have an outside chance of snatching the trophy. VIRAL | OPEN LETTER TO NIENABER AND RASSIE: These Springboks need to be DROPPED, start the Bomb squad! As is always the case a World Cup year, the usual round-robin format has been […]

The excitement continues to grow as the GR Cup driven by Netstar, part of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing South Africa, heads to the iconic East London Grand Prix Circuit for the highly anticipated 5th round of the 2023 season. The stage is set for an adrenaline-fueled showdown as six of the country’s top motoring writers once […]

Suspended public protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane has hinted at a possible run for the presidency after her term expires in October. Advocate Mkhwebane said that she is still weighing options on which position to occupy that will continue to fight for the liberation of the oppressed. Speaking to the media, Mkhwebane said that she has a number […]

South African musician turned “hustler” DJ Sbu — real name Sbusiso Leope — has just become one of the country’s most inspirational people. This after he headed online to share some wonderful news with his supporters — his energy drink Mofaya will now be sold inside giant retailer Shoprite. In a heartwarming post, Sbu revealed […]

Seasoned presenter Zuraida Jardine has finally made her highly-anticipated return to the small screen as the brand-new host of S3’s popular lifestyle show Afternoon Express from Tuesday, 18 July 2023. ALSO READ: TV host Ntandose Mosibi joins ‘Crown Chasers’ as guest judge ZURAIDA JARDINE MAKES SMALL-SCREEN COMEBACK Zuraida will bring her unique perspective, charisma, and passion for health […]

We are now a fortnight away from the new petrol and diesel prices for August 2023 taking effect. Sadly, the latest numbers from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) don’t paint a pretty picture. READ MORE: Petrol tanker caught in crossfire, explosion thwarted Scratch & unlock your share of up to R50 million with Betway! Below, the latest projections as […]

Last month, Orlando Pirates announced four new players ahead of their pre-season camp, while a fifth is reportedly close to joining them! READ | REVEALED | THE EXACT PERCENTAGE OF KAIZER CHIEFS’ PROPOSED KHAMA BILLIAT SALARY CUT Pirates have already announced the captures of stars Melusi Buthelezi, Sephelo Baloni, Katlego Otladisa and Patrick Maswanganyi. READ | REVEALED | MARITZBURG UNITED’S MASSIVE PLACE MASSIVE […]

The Presidency has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the BRICS Summit in South Africa next month. This comes as the International Crime Court (ICC) has issued a warrant of arrest for Putin as he is accused of being responsible for the war crimes of unlawful deportation of children, and the unlawful […]

Morocco’s navy has rescued more than 800 would-be migrants and recovered one body since early last week, state media reported Tuesday, as attempts to reach Spain increase. ALSO READ: Libya rescues migrants abandoned by Tunisian authorities in desert Morocco in northwest Africa is a transit country for many migrants trying to get to Europe via Spain’s mainland […]