The two former G4S employees who were recently arrested in connection with the Thabo Bester escape saga have been identified. ALSO READ: Thabo Bester: Two former G4S guards to appear in court today THABO BESTER ACCOMPLICES REVEALED During a court appearance on Wednesday, 03 May, the two additions to the list of accused were identified as […]

Breaking barriers: Bulls lead the way by becoming the first South African union to launch professional women’s team. The Bulls Daisies squad. Photo: Supplied. In a watershed moment for women’s rugby in South Africa, the Bulls announced a 35-member ‘Daisies’ squad who are to be given professional contracts. ALSO READ: Bulls building ‘something special’ In a statement […]

The bill was adopted on Tuesday by the National Assembly that currently, sign language will be made one of the official languages in terms of the South African constitution. AMENDMENDMET BILL OF SIGN LANGUAGE However, President Cyril Ramaphosa has to sign the amendment into the law. The amendment bill was referred to the justice committee on January […]

South Africa’s social grant system is one of the world’s most extensive, with 47% of the population relying on monthly grants. Informal trading is one way grant recipients use to supplement their income. Image: The Conversation. South Africa has one of the world’s most expansive social grant systems: 47% of the population relies on a […]

Two South Africans have been hailed as Good Samaritans by US media for rescuing a couple of women from a sinking car in Hawaii. Luckily for the women, a Cape Town NSRI Hout Bay rescue swimmer, on a holiday to Hawaii, and his South African friend, living abroad in Hawaii, as well as a fellow […]

Two South African men and another sailor rescued two women from a sinking vehicle at the Honokohau Marina in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. South African men Martin Wessemann and Sean Hutchinson, along with sailor Tony, rescued two women from a sinking vehicle in Hawaii’s Honokohau Marina. Image: DALL·E 2 (AI generated). Two South African men and another […]

The 5th South Africa Investment Conference, held in Johannesburg, has provided a significant boost to the country’s digital economy. THE 5TH SOUTH AFRICA INVESTMENT CONFERENCE, WHICH WAS HELD IN JOHANNESBURG RECENTLY, PROVIDED A HUGE BOOST TO THE COUNTRY’S DIGITAL ECONOMY. In addition to significant investment commitments in data and telecommunications infrastructure, there were also announcements […]

Parliament passes the bill to make sign language South Africa’s 12th official language, legally protecting people with impaired hearing. South Africa to add sign language as the 12th additional language. Image: iStock A bill that will make sign language the twelfth official language of the country has been unanimously passed by the National Assembly. ALSO […]

With a breathtaking view of Table Mountain, the world’s tallest building made with industrial hemp will soon open its doors in Cape Town. A general view of solar panels on top of the Hemp Hotel in Cape Town on April 25, 2023. – Twelve floors, a breathtaking view over Table Mountain, and a minimal ecological […]

The official route distance of this year’s 96th Comrades Marathon from Pietermaritzburg to Durban on Sunday, 11 June will be 87.701km. ALSO READ | Comrades Marathon legend Bruce Fordyce pays tribute to Sam Tshabalala Upon completion of the official route course measurement conducted by the Comrades Marathon Association’s (CMA) Route Portfolio, Department of Transports Road Traffic Inspectorate and Msunduzi Traffic, CMA […]

A penumbral lunar eclipse will be visible from South Africa on Friday, 5 May 2023, according to Angelo Ricardo G Hoorn of the Severe Weather and Information Centre SA. ALSO READ: A list of full moons this year – including a BLUE MOON WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SEE THE ECLIPSE? A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs […]

NEWS IN A MINUTE: Listen or watch the full versions of the ”Penumbral lunar eclipse visible in SA this FRIDAY” article in a minute. A penumbral lunar eclipse will be visible from South Africa on Friday, 5 May 2023, according to Angelo Ricardo G Hoorn of the Severe Weather and Information Centre SA. A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs […]

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) unveiled the country’s upgraded coins and banknotes together with the Nelson Mandela Foundation on Wednesday, 3 May. READ: LOOK: SA’s new-look coins for 2023 revealed – there are some BIG changes SARB UPGRADES SA CURRENCY The new banknotes and coins come with enhanced security features and new designs, even if it […]

Of the eight most popular grocery retailers in South Africa, Makro in April 2023 offered the cheapest basket of essential items. ALSO READ | Lotto draws: R83 million up for grabs TONIGHT This is according to The Outlier’s monthly grocery basket comparison which compares prices of nine staple foods and products each month from major retailers in Mzansi. Shoprite, Checkers, Pick n Pay, Spar, Food Lover’s […]

A 69-year-old man from the United States of America (USA) reportedly died after climbing Mount Everest on Monday, 1 May. According to People, Jonathan Sugarman was climbing the mountain as part of an expedition arranged by Washington state-based International Mountain Guides (IMG). MAN FELL SICK WHILE CLIMBING THE MOUNTAIN However, while he was climbing, he […]

Actress Simphiwe Ngema has claimed that Thabo Bester owed her money from shows. It’s been a tough week for Simphiwe since rumours came out that she was the celebrity who visited Thabo Bester in prison. ALSO READ: Simphiwe Ngema made contact with Thabo Bester She initially denied contacting Thabo Bester but has since released a statement confirming the visit to Mangaung […]

The Stormers will advance to the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship after they face the Bulls, if the bookmakers are indeed correct. Hacjivah Dayimani on the charge for the Stormers. Photo: SA Rugby The Stormers will advance to the semi-finals of the United Rugby Championship if the bookmakers are indeed correct. Sure, the game […]

After being dragged for filth after a shopper filmed a video of a live rat in a pack of raw chicken, Woolworths has finally revealed the outcome of their investigation. Over the weekend, the viral video elicited strong reactions from consumers, some of whom threatened to boycott the store. The incident took place at the […]

On Tuesday, 2 May, the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) confirmed that there are 970 cases of measles in the country, with Limpopo reporting the highest number of cases. ALSO READ: Get vaccinated against measles MEASLES CASES PER PROVINCE As the number of cases nears 1,000, a breakdown of cases for each province is provided below: North […]

South African Police Service (SAPS) have arrested a man, 43 on Tuesday, 2 May for illegal possession of diamonds and rubies. In a statement, the police said members of Operation Restore conducted a roadblock on the N7 in Klawer when they stopped and searched a Toyota Quantum with its passengers. SUSPECT FOUND WITH 344 UNPOLISHED DIAMONDS […]

Government has joined the rest of the world in commemorating the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day on 3 May 2023. This day is set aside across the globe to realise and raise the importance of press freedom. This year’s commemoration takes place under the theme: “Freedom of expression as a driver for all […]

A safari park ranger trying to coax a bull elephant back (through a gate it had opened) to the safety of the reserve was horrifically trampled and tusked to death in a frenzied attack in South Africa yesterday. Elephant handler Kabelo Mashao, 36, was on park patrol at the upmarket Inverdoorn Private Nature Reserve when […]

Springbok front-rower Ntuthuko Mchunu has agreed to a contract extension with the Durban-based Sharks for the next two years. Springbok front-rower Ntuthuko Mchunu has agreed to a contract extension with the Durban-based Sharks for the next two years. Photo: @Springboks website Springbok front-rower Ntuthuko Mchunu has agreed to a contract extension with the Durban-based Sharks. WATCH | Carpool Karaoke with […]

A diver was airlifted to hospital after a shark attack while free diving off Mdumbi Beach in the Transkei on Monday. According to the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) spokesperson Craig Lambinon, the incident happened around 14:00. ALSO READ: Beloved father killed by a shark at Plettenberg Bay identified “The NSRI were notified of a man reported […]

Entries to Miss South Africa (Miss SA) are officially open – and this time the beauty pageant is making history with its new, all-inclusive entry requirements. After announcing that married women can compete in the national competition, organisers have gone a step further. ALSO READ: Amy Kleinhans-Curd: Meet former Miss SA and ‘RHOWL’ star MISS SA- […]