Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane has made a damning admission after this past weekend’s shock loss to Swallows. Arthur Zwane, coach of Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix Kaizer Chiefs’ hopes of finishing in the top two in the DStv Premiership effectively suffered a catastrophic blow after a disappointing 2-1 defeat to lowly Swallows at the Peter Mokaba […]

Finally, Lucky Dube’s daughter Nkulee Dube detailed her father’s murder when he was shot dead while sitting beside him. It’s already 15 years since the singer lost his life in 2007, leaving the whole world in pain. Lucky had established himself as one of the finest reggae artists of all time alongside greats like Bob Marley. […]

History doesn’t matter: ‘Don’t measure us halfway through the competition’, says Jake White. Bulls wing Kurt-Lee Arendse in action against the Stormers. Photo: Anton Geyser. Jake White is bullish about the Bulls’ prospects of beating the Stormers in their quarter-final showdown in Cape Town this weekend. ALSO READ: Springboks – Six Potential openside flank options to […]

Towards the end of last year, Rassie Erasmus reiterated the importance and power of social media, admitting he had to change his approach to using this platform. Such sentiments came soon after World Rugby dramatically issued Erasmus with another ban on all match-day activities for two Tests as a result of social media posts on […]

State power utility Eskom has announced that load shedding will be ramped up to higher stages this afternoon (Tuesday) due to delays in the return to service of at least nine generating units. Stage 6 load shedding will commence from 4 pm this afternoon until 5 am on Wednesday morning. This will be followed by […]

The Automobile Association (AA) said unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicates a MASSIVE increase in the prices of both grades of petrol. THE MASSIVE PETROL PRICE INCREASE WILL COME INTO EFFECT WEDNESDAY Petrol prices are currently at R22.64 a litre (93) and R22.97 (95) inland. The expected increase would put these fuel grades at […]

South Africa has been grappling with power cuts for 15 years, which have worsened in recent years. The persistent power outages have disrupted every facet of life, including food safety. The Conversation Africa’s Ina Skosana spoke to food safety expert Lise Korsten about the impact of persistent power cuts on the food in our homes […]

A man, believed to be around 40-years-old, has survived a shark attack in Mdumbi, Transkei. The attack took place around 14h00 on Monday (1 May). The man had been free diving. Bruce Sandman, NSRI Headquarters Operations Manager, said NSRI Mdumbi lifeguards and NSRI Headquarters lifeguard instructors, who were fortunately in the area conducting lifeguard training, responded. […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 1 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, 1 […]

A mine in Lesotho has announced the discovery of a spectacular and history-making 108 carat pink diamond. According to the Lesotho Minister of Natural Resources it is “one of the most significant diamonds found to date in Lesotho”. Storm Mountain Diamonds’ CEO said it is “exceptionally rare” and that history has been made as it’s […]

British newspapers have reported that Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are “in talks with Netflix” to film a documentary in South Africa. The doc would highlight their humanitarian efforts in the country, and include the couple helping to build new homes for locals. Netflix and the couple’s Archewell Foundation have collaborated before on […]

South Africa’s foreign minister Dr Naledi Pandor welcomed home the remaining group of South Africans who were evacuated from conflict-stricken Sudan. Speaking at OR Tambo International Airport on Sunday, the Minister expressed delight at the return of the citizens. “We thought that it is important that the people of South Africa see that all the […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Sunday, 30 April 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, 30 […]

Two adorable and much loved Scottish Terrier dogs need urgent help to return safely to South African from Sudan. Amanda-Leigh Robinson says in her latest update (posted Sunday morning) that their human dad, Adam, has finally managed to get his “two furry family members to safety” after a nightmare few days. However they are currently in […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Saturday, 29 April 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, 29 […]

Are you ready for the 29 April 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 […]

South African expat and international entrepreneur Elon Musk joined US talk show host Bill Maher on Friday for a spirited Real Time interview. Watch the 20-minute conversation below. During the interview Musk talks about ‘woke mind virus’, argues that he’s a moderate and not a conservative (with proof being he’s done so much to help […]

South Africa win both games on the opening day of the Rugby Seven’s Challenger Series as they aim to nab a spot on the international circuit The Springbok Women’s Sevens team celebrating their win. Image via Instagram @worldrugby7s Having won the first leg of the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series, the South African Women are […]

Mamelodi Sundowns will be hoping their fans turn out in their droves to support them in their quest to reach the CAF Champions League semis. Mamelodi Sundowns will be hoping their fans turn out in their droves to support them in their quest to reach the CAF Champions League semis. Photo: Twitter @Masandawana Mamelodi Sundowns are […]

Capitec apologised for any confusion but assured its users that this upgrade will only impact the business clients only. Capitec Bank addresses confusion about the system upgrade. Photo: Capitec/ web Capitec Bank, one of South Africa’s leading digital banks, has clarified the confusion about its system upgrades currently underway. CAPITEC FRUSTRATES CONFUSED CLIENTS Numerous Capitec […]

I love South Africa. I tried to leave once. I managed 10 months… writes Tammy Southby, the woman behind the best new South African blog on the block – Sunshine Simplicities. We lived abroad in a beautiful, Victorian house in Chislehurst, Kent. One day a lady overheard my accent in the store. She commented that […]

The good news just keeps on coming for the Springboks, with the latest being that Cheslin Kolbe is back in action following an injury scare. Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe. Photo: Getty Images. Springboks wing Cheslin Kolbe has been fast-tracked into Toulon’s starting lineup after regaining full fitness following an injury scare. LIVE UPDATES: SPRINGBOKS’ ROAD TO […]

Teko Modise has launched a critical attack on Orlando Pirates players, saying they are not mentally ready to don the club’s jersey. Orlando Pirates Players Image by:(@OrlandoPirates/Twitter) Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates midfielder Teko Modise has lashed out at Pirates players, saying they don’t seem to value the club’s badge. Modise alleges that the current […]

Community Work Programme (CWP) workers employed by the Department of COGTA, held a two-day protest outside the head office in Pretoria. Hundreds of Community Work Programme (CWP) workers picket outside the COGTA head office in Pretoria since Tuesday, demanding their unpaid wages. Photos: Chris Gilili via Groundup Article originally published on GroundUp  By Chris Gilili Hundreds of Community […]

Former Post Office branch manager Reginah Kefilwe Tshabalala who is facing charges of fraud and money laundering is granted R10 000 bail. Former Post Office branch manager appears in court for a bail hearing. Image: Bongiwe Mchunu/African News Agency (ANA) Archives Former SA Post Office branch manager Reginah Kefilwe Tshabalala appeared at the Delareyville Magistrates’ […]