South Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout programme, outlined by the Ministry of Health, had three phases, starting with the most vulnerable population. Phase one included all the frontline healthcare workers. They received the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. Phase 2 vaccinated people over 60 years old and those in congregate settings. The third and final phase, now […]

South Africa has received 2.8 million Pfizer vaccine doses from the United States as part of a donation that is set to boost the country’s vaccination rollout campaign. “The next batch will arrive on Tuesday to conclude the 5.6 million doses. The donation will contribute to the country’s expanded vaccination programme, which is fast gaining […]

Four-hundredths of a second, how quick is that? Literally the blink of an eye? And that’s what separated Akani Simbine from winning a medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics… writes GARY LEMKE in Tokyo. Afterwards, Simbine took to social media and tweeted:  “4th place. Probably one of the worst places to finish in a race. […]

The Springboks rebounded in impressive fashion at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, beating the British & Irish Lions 27-9 to draw level in the Castle Lager Lions Series. The convincing win by South Africa, in which they outscored the Lions two tries to nil and improved vastly in their aerial game, means that next weekend’s […]

Minister of Environment Barbara Creecy today released the latest rhino poaching statistics for South Africa, whilst also paying tribute to SANParks’ rangers, including those rangers who tragically died over the past year. Minister Creecy said: “Today on World Ranger Day, we want to pay tribute to our rangers for the incredible work they do each […]

Akani Simbine is right where he wants to be. In lane four in his heat later on Saturday as he starts his build-up to be crowned the fastest man on earth on Sunday evening… by GARY LEMKE in Tokyo. Thinking that Simbine might win the men’s 100m gold medal at these Tokyo 2020 Olympics is […]

Award-winning Botswana actor and producer Shona Ferguson – born Aaron Arthur Ferguson – has sadly passed away at the age of 47. The dual Botswana / South African citizen had apparently been admitted to hospital in Johannesburg over a week ago, suffering Covid-19 complications. He reportedly underwent heart surgery at Milpark Private Hospital, and was […]

There are calls for President Cyril Ramaphosa to fire Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize, who is currently on ‘Special Leave’. The calls follow revelations from the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) that Mkhize repeatedly pressured the Health Director​ General, Malebona Matsoso, to approve the irregular R150-million Digital Vibes contract. In an affidavit to the Special Tribunal […]

His name stands for perfection, fighting spirit and passion – Michael Schumacher is still widely considered to be the best racing driver of all time. He went from humble beginnings to the top of Formula 1 and dominated it for many years – with seven world championship titles and a total of 91 victories. The […]

Fly Safair’s first flight into Bloemfontein, from Cape Town, was welcomed at Bram Fischer International Airport on Friday morning. The inaugural flight was celebrated with a traditional ‘water salute’. Watch the plane being sprayed below. The FA840 arrived at 08h35. Fly Safair thanked the airport for the official welcome to the City of Roses. For […]

Gold for Tatjana Schoenmaker in a world record time in the women’s 200m breaststroke final. The day won’t get better than that. (Full story and interview with Tatajana on her win here.) The photo above features the moment her fellow South African teammate, competitor and Tuks training partner Kaylene Corbett congratulated her. The look in […]

A 3.5 earthquake has been felt in Boksburg on Friday morning. The tremors occurred at around 06h34 this morning. While a lot of residents reported hearing a “low rumble” and that their belongings “shook”, there appeared to be no damage. A Boksburg resident told Volcano Discovery it lasted for about 3 seconds. “It was intense. […]

South Africa’s golden girl Tatjana Schoenmaker has won the 200m Breaststroke final in a world-record breaking time of 2min 18.95sec. “What. A. Moment.” said the Olympics. “An unbelievable swim and a new World Record from Tatjana Schoenmaker in the women’s 200m breaststroke, handing #RSA their first gold medal of #Tokyo2020!” A Golden Girl Who Does […]

SA Rugby’s Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus has posted a few of his thoughts about the refereeing in the first Test of the British & Irish Lions Tour which the Springboks lost 17-22 in Cape Town, South Africa. In an hour-long video, uploaded by Darren Carlson to YouTube, the former Springboks coach aired his grievances […]

Tatjana Schoenmaker and Kaylene Corbett both won their women’s 200m breaststroke semi-finals at the Olympics in Tokyo on Thursday to clinch their spots in the final on Friday… making it the first time since 2000 that South Africa has had two swimmers in any Olympic Final! Former SA Olympic swimmer Penny Heyns said: “Well done girls!! […]

Tatjana Schoenmaker did it again today (Wed 28 July)  – winning her 200m breaststroke heat in 2:19.15, a new Olympic record, at the Tokyo Olympics. A few days ago Schoenmaker unexpectedly broke an Olympic record in her heat for the 100m breaststroke… and went on to win SA’s first Silver medal in the final. In […]

South African surfing champion Bianca Buitendag, who this week won Silver at the Tokyo Olympic Games in Japan, has dedicated her medal to her mother in a heartwarming and personal message on social media… as she bids farewell to professional surfing. With the Olympics over, Bianca is bowing out of the competitive sport, after spending […]

South Africa’s famous and fabulous wildflower display is already blooming across endless fields in the Western Cape! “Look at our beautiful country… while most places are shut down in the winter, parts of South Africa come alive and thrive,” Lauren Bradley from Enjo Nature Farm told SAPeople. It may look like Namaqualand, but it’s just […]

Chad le Clos finished fifth in the men’s 200m butterfly final in Wednesday action, while Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio came eighth in the women’s cycling time-trial. Elsewhere, the men’s rugby sevens team will play off for fifth and sixth place later. In women’s hockey, the Netherlands beat Team SA 5-0. CYCLING Women’s Individual Time Trial: Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio […]

Saudi Arabian citizens who travel to South Africa, or transit through the country, will face a three-year travel ban, the Saudi government is reported to have announced on Tuesday. The ban will apply to anyone who travels to a country on Saudi Arabia’s ‘red list’. The Saudi ‘Red List’ countries currently include SA, Afghanistan, Argentina, […]

Last week, when food shortages seemed inevitable in the aftermath of the looting, Durban mom, Hannalie’s anxiety quickly escalated to panic. She has a four-month-old baby and her tin of baby formula was about to run out. What on earth could she do if she was unable to buy more? How would her baby survive? […]

Ten suspects were on Monday remanded in custody for their alleged role in the recent unrest in greater Durban. The suspects, who appeared before the Verulam Magistrate’s Court, face charges ranging from murder, attempted murder, malicious damage to property, possession of stolen goods, as well as unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition. Spokesperson for the […]

What turned out a grey day after inclement weather rolled into Japan turned out to have a silver lining for Team SA at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Two silver linings in fact, as Tatjana Schoenmaker and Bianca Buitendag opened the country’s medals tally… writes GARY LEMKE in Tokyo For the fifth time in the last eight […]

It was Silver for South African swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker in the women’s 100m breaststroke at the Tokyo Olympics in Japan today, while Bianca Buidendag continued her fine form when she reached the final of the women’s surfing… and is now guaranteed Gold or Silver. And SA won their Rugby 7s pool. SWIMMING Tatjana Schoenmaker won […]

Here is a breakdown of all Team SA’s representatives in action at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 on Tuesday. (All times in brackets denote SA times.) Updated through the day. RUGBY SEVENS Men’s Pool C, South Africa 17 USA 12: South Africa made it a clean sweep of wins in their group when they beat the USA […]