The amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism draws its name from the Zulu word for dung beetle — a diligent species that fulfils a crucial role. The tiny South African non-profit specialises in delving into political corruption — “digging dung and fertilizing democracy,” its editor-in-chief, Sam Sole, said with a chuckle in a recent interview with AFP. Sole, […]

Former Ireland lock Jean Kleyn can dream of playing in his second successive Rugby World Cup after he was cleared to play for the country of his birth, defending champions South Africa. ALSO READ: Former Irish lock Jean Kleyn cleared for Springbok selection The 29-year-old qualified for Ireland through residency having played for Munster from 2016 and […]

Shukri Conrad has not been scared to make big calls during his short time in charge of the Proteas and has been prepared to have his mind changed too it seems. One of the biggest talking points of the Proteas so far under Conrad was Verreynne getting axed behind the stumps. Verreynne scored168 in five […]

The Springboks will play three Tests in the abbreviated version of the Rugby Championship, starting with a clash against Australia, which takes place next weekend. This will then be followed by battles against New Zealand at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland (Saturday 15 July) and Argentina at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg (Saturday 29 July). […]

UNVEILING THE OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD AMBASSADORS Durban is abuzz with anticipation as the Hollywoodbets Durban July (HDJ) draws closer.  The lead-up fashion events and entertainment have been captivating audiences with the creativity, talent and interpretations of this year’s, “Out Of This World”, theme. The Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award (YDA) and the Hollywoodbets Durban July Invited […]

Local bookmakers Hollywoodbets have listed France as the favourites but the Springboks are moving closer according to the odds. The Springboks face a mission impossible as they look to defend their Rugby World Cup crown. The group draw has been unkind to the defending champions but such is their strength in depth, the bookmakers cannot discard […]

The CAF Africa Super League will kick off two months late in October and have only eight clubs instead of the planned 24, CAF president Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday. South African billionaire Motsepe told public broadcaster SABC in Johannesburg that the competition name may be changed as some sponsors are unhappy with the word ‘Super’. […]

Rassie Erasmus believes that the Springboks can become the second team in history to win the Rugby World Cup back-to-back. RASSIE ERASMUS SAYS SPRINGBOKS WILL STEP UP The Springboks are among the contenders for the 2023 crown, but there is a different feeling heading into the tournament this time around. “The nice thing about this […]

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has plenty of captaincy options when it comes to stand-ins for injured skipper Siya Kolisi during the Rugby Championship in July. AFP understands centres Lukhanyo Am and Damian de Allende, prop Steven Kitshoff, lock Eben Etzebeth and loose forwards Pieter-Steph du Toit and Duane Vermeulen are in the running. ALSO READ: Rugby […]

Skeem Saam actor and casting director Thabo Mkhabela says he wants to play a role that’s total opposite of Leshole Mabitsela. ALSO READ:‘Skeem Saam’s’ Thabo Mkhabela: ‘The 50/50 concept wasn’t about money’ THABO MKHABELA: NEXT CHARACTER The actor-casting director Thabo Mkhabela tells Drum that he doesn’t want to be remembered as the person that Leshole Mabitsela was. “[I want […]

The Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa (BCCSA) has dismissed a complaint by a viewer who wanted to stop the airing of promotional content featuring bare-breasted actors on Mzansi Magic’s much-loved historical drama series, Shaka ILembe. BCCSA SAYS SHOW MUST GO ON According to the Sunday Times, Multichoice argued that the show’s promos that depict nudity are […]

Zimbabwean-born businessman Leeroy Sidambe – who is also socialite Mihlali Ndamase’s partner – has reportedly been issued with a warrant of arrest. This comes after his ex-girlfriend took him to court for reportedly failing to pay maintenance for their child – Sunday World reports. ALSO READ: Wife demands R156K in spousal maintenance from Mihlali’s man LEEROY SIDAMBE ALLEGEDLY […]

Hang on your taxi is on its way! The reality of hopping into flying taxis is not that farfetched. The idea of producing flying taxis has moved a step closer to becoming reality in the not-so-distant future. A working prototype of the new Volocopter was demonstrated at the Paris airshow last week. EVTOLS Companies aiming […]

Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokopa  has welcomed the decision by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s National Air Quality Officer to grant Eskom an exemption in terms of the Minimum Emission Standards (MES) pertaining to the sulphur dioxide (SO2) emission levels at Kusile power station. The postponement was granted on 5 June 2023 […]

Last week, Domingo – who was once linked to Chiefs – was unveiled as a new signing by Moroccan side Raja Club Athletic, joining the club on a free transfer following his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns. READ | Chiefs-Nabi: Clear timeline, yay or nay this week! Following three seasons at Sundowns that were affected by injuries […]

Eskom said load shedding would be implemented on MONDAY. Here is your updated schedule. LOAD SHEDDING IMPLEMENTED ON MONDAY- WE HAVE THE UPDATED SCHEDULE FOR YOU ALSO READ: WATCH: SNOW confirmed NOW in these parts of South Africa The power utility said load shedding will be implemented at Stage 3 over the evening peak periods and suspended from […]

Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has indicated that although the demand for power is increasing, Eskom is able to maintain a much lower stage of load shedding due to the improvement of the Energy Availability Factor (EAF). MINISTER OF ELECTRICITY RAMOKGOBA BREAKS DOWN THE IMPROVEMENT The Minister of Electricity made the remarks during a virtual […]

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*Note: This is an updated article on former Springbok flyhalf Derick Hougaard ALSO READ: Could new-look Springboks team look like this for first 2023 Test? At the end of last week it was confirmed that Hougaard had come out of a coma and was responding positively to medical personnel and treatment. The former Springbok had been […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Sunday, 25 June 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, 25 […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Saturday, 24 June 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 Saturday, 24 […]

Are you ready for the 24 June 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Saturday? 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 […]

Earlier this week, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) announced that all on-duty officers will start wearing body cams to capture and record all interactions with road users. This will intern combat corruption and bribery on South African roads. While the news was generally met with applause and a warm welcome by many South Africans, […]

Organisers have confirmed that the 53rd edition of the Two Oceans Marathon will take place on 13 and 14 April 2024. ALSO READ | Two Oceans Marathon | Gerda Steyn: ‘Best. Day. EVER!’ The Ultra Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, 13 April, with the Half Marathon set for Sunday, 14 April. The Trail Run, Fun Runs and Cape Town International Friendship Run will […]

ActionSA has shown appreciation to former Councillor David Tembe for his service to the residents of Johannesburg over the past 18 months. DAVID TEMBE SETS HIS FOCUS ON NATIONAL ELECTIONS This as he resigned as a city councillor to turn his focus to helping the party win the 2024 elections. Both as a councillor and as […]