The City of Tshwane says results from sampling testing taken from multiple sites around Temba and Hammanskraal pertaining to tracing the cholera outbreak came back negative. This comes as at least 15 people have died from cholera including two children aged three and nine. LATEST ON HAMMANSKRAAL CHOLERA OUTBREAK The City of Tshwane said multiple reservoirs, fire […]

Cyril Ramaphosa has opted not to challenge the ‘moot’ section 89 report which called for his impeachment over the Phala Phala saga. President Cyril Ramaphosa will no longer challenge the Section 89 report in court, which called for his impeachment over Phala Phala, as Parliament has dealt with the matter. ALSO READ: Ramaphosa more of a ‘country-club […]

Nigeria’s energy supply crisis may soon find a solution in the form of the newly established Dangote petroleum refinery. Nigeria’s new Dangote petroleum refinery is Africa’s biggest – it will produce 650,000 barrels a day, giving it the potential to address the country’s energy supply crisis. Owned by Nigerian industrialist and Africa’s richest man, Aliko […]

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba paid a whopping R12.5 million to the book’s author Prince Mashele – which the publisher didn’t know about. Publishing house Jonathan Ball Publishers has announced it is pulling the plug on ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba’s biography. This follows revelations that Mashaba paid a whopping R12.5 million to its author, political analyst Prince […]

MORE FEATURES FOR SEA POINT PROMENADE A 12-month-long upgrade project is currently underway at the Sea Point Promenade and Granger Bay parking area, which will see new and upgraded walkways, public art, coastal structures and more, reports Tourism Update. ALSO READ: Cholera outbreak: City sends water tankers to Hammanskraal The project began on 12 May and […]

An indigenous South African plant, the Agapanthus Blackjack, has been named the Plant of the Year at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show in London, UK! Andy de Wet, who has been instrumental along with Quinton Bean in producing the plant, announced on Facebook: “WE WON!!!! Agapanthus BLACKJACK! Plant of the year at the Chelsea Flower […]

At least 15 people have died of cholera in Hammanskraal, Tshwane, as of Tuesday, 23 May. The source of the contamination is yet to be established. READ: Burkina Faso attack: local sources say at least 15 dead SOURCE OF CHOLERA OUTBREAK REMAINS UNKNOWN On Monday, City of Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink said the City tested tap […]

Five individuals accused of helping serial rapist Thabo Bester escape prison continue with their bail applications in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 23 May. READ: Suspect nabbed for sharing porn images with Ramaphosa and Cele’s face BAIL APPLICATION IN BESTER ESCAPE REACHING ITS CONCLUSION The applicants are former G4S employees Senohe Matsoara, Buti Masemola, Tieho […]

Some players have changed the equation for the Springboks and Jacques Nienaber completely ahead of the Rugby Championship and Rugby World Cup. Some players have changed the equation for the Springboks and Jacques Nienaber completely ahead of the Rugby Championship and Rugby World Cup. MUST READ: NINE SPRINGBOKS AT RISK OF MISSING RUGBY WORLD CUP IN […]

Kaizer Chiefs are ready to part ways with Caleb Bimenyimana after an underwhelming debut campaign with the club. Who’s his replacement? Kaizer Chiefs weren’t delighted with Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana’s maiden campaign with the club, and now they’re already looking to replace him with proven PSL quality. ICYMI: Who are the five biggest flops of the 2022-23 PSL […]

It’s still too early to predict what lies ahead for both petrol and prices in early June, but the latest data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) remains good for motorists in South Africa, BUT … MUST READ | Best passports to own in 2023: South Africa ranks outside the Top 100 Looking ahead, fluctuations in international product prices and rand weakness […]

Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramakgopa will soon have powers to execute his mandate? Will this help deal with load shedding? Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya has confirmed that an imminent government gazette will outline the powers of Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. Magwenya revealed this during a media briefing on Monday, 22 May. ELECTRICITY MINISTER HAS BEEN […]

Fikile Mbalula boldly claimed that load shedding will be over by the end of 2023 however the Electricity Minister does not think so. Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramakgopa has disputed ANC Secretary General, Fikile Mbalula’s claim that load shedding will be a thing of the past by the end of 2023. Ramokgopa revealed this during his […]

More than a dozen people, thought to be mostly shepherds, have been killed in an attack in eastern Burkina Faso, security and local sources told AFP on Monday 22nd of May 2023. On Sunday “several dozen terrorists attacked the outskirts of Kompienga” — the capital of the province of the same name — and killed […]

A homeless man was lauded after he saved a family of three and two dogs from their burning two-story apartment. A homeless man in Pheonix, United States of America (USA) was praised for his heroic act when he saved he saved a family of three and their two dogs from a burning building on Thursday, […]

A recent study challenging the importance of physical exercise for brain health and cognition has sparked a scientific debate. The health benefits of physical activity are undeniable. Yet, a recent study based on data published over the past 30 years challenges the famous adage Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy […]

Cape Town police tracked down and arrested five truck hijackers. In a twist, their investigation also uncovered a hydroponic dagga farm. Cape Town police tracked down the alleged hijackers of a truck that was transporting goods worth millions. The arrests also led to the discovery of a large hydroponic dagga farm. READ: DA holds rally as ANC-EFF […]

Villages in Hammanskraal have been using brownish and slimy water for almost 20 years which at some point was contaminated with human faeces. The City of Tshwane has urged communities in Hammanskraal and surrounding areas not to use tap water for drinking purposes following a health outbreak. The Gauteng Department of Health confirmed that seven people […]

So much attention has gone on Kaizer Chiefs bringing Pitso Mosimane to Naturena. However, they should divert their attention to Benni McCarthy. So much attention has gone on Kaizer Chiefs bringing Pitso Mosimane to Naturena. However, they should divert their attention to Benni McCarthy. MUST READ: FORMER BAFANA BAFANA COACH OFFERED AMAKHOSI JOB! Amakhosi management are […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 22 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 Monday, 22 […]

Former Proteas all-rounder Shaun Pollock will hand out the roses to the top 10 men and women’s finishers at next month’s Comrades Marathon. Pollock will also engage with runners at the finish at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead. MUST READ | Comrades Marathon records may fall as SHORTER route confirmed Meanwhile, for the first time ever, viewers will have two channels to watch the Comrades Marathon on Sunday, […]

Militants detonated explosives inside two empty girls’ schools in northwestern Pakistan overnight, destroying nine classrooms but causing no casualties, officials said Monday. Girls’ education has long been contentious for some regional militants, including the Pakistan Taliban, notorious for shooting then-schoolgirl Malala Yousafzai as she campaigned for schooling in 2012. The twin attacks on the girls’ schools took […]

For the first time ever, viewers will have two channels to watch the Comrades Marathon on Sunday, June 11. MUST READ | Comrades Marathon records may fall as SHORTER route confirmed The main SuperSport feed, taking in the entire race day from 05:00 to 18:00, will be broadcast on SS Variety 4. Another feed, focusing on the women’s race, will be carried […]

Miss South Africa 1992, Amy Kleinhans-Curd, has opened up about her happy marriage in an exclusive interview with SAPeople. ALSO READ: ‘Enemies closer’: Amy Kleinhans-Curd on marrying a foreigner AMY KLEINHANS-CURD ON HER HAPPY MARRIAGE The first woman of colour to win Miss SA, Amy Kleinhans-Curd is married to New Zealand businessman Leighton Curd. The pair have […]

Footage of former Springbok centre Jean de Villiers’ ‘loose’ knee has resurfaced as the 2023 Rugby World Cup fast approaches. EXCLUSIVE | ‘Springboks in better pre-World Cup shape now than in 2019’ – Lukhanyo Am The footage isn’t new, but it never gets old watching! Jean de Villiers has a strong claim to being the most unlucky Springbok player […]