Late Tuesday evening the African National Congress appeared to send out the minutes and main points from its NWC (National Working Committe) meeting, held at Luthuli House, by mistake. While one of the points listed was “leaks in the organisation”, the party appeared to be its own worst enemy by inadvertently “leaking” its own minutes… and didn’t do […]

A diamond – which was mined by De Beers in South Africa in 1999 – has fetched a record breaking price of US$71.2 million in Hong Kong on 4 April 2017. Sotheby’s set the new record for any diamond or jewel when the 59.60-carat oval diamond – which is fancy vivid pink and internally flawless – sold Tuesday […]

ANC stalwarts revealed at a press briefing today that they have called on the African National Congress to fire its President, Jacob Zuma… in a move, they say, is long overdue. They said the tipping point was when Zuma was not welcome at fellow struggle stalwart Ahmed Kathrada’s funeral last week. The ANC, they say, is in “dire […]

PRETORIA – No fatalities have been reported in the North West province following an earthquake which shook parts of the province on Monday; and Emergency Services have urged South Africans to stay calm if there are any other tremors in the following few days. North West Department of Local Government and Human Settlements on Monday said the […]

Taps may run dry in the drought-stricken city of Cape Town and the south-western Cape as dam levels drop and rainfall forecasts for the region over the next few months are no better than chance, said local scientist Nicky Allsopp. There is enough water in Cape Town’s dams to last another 100 days. Allsopp, a […]

The planned March for Change in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday 7 April 2017 to Luthuli House has been changed to finish at Beyers Naude Square… as it transcends politics, according to organisers. And those taking part in the ‘National Shutdown’ marches are invited to join together so that South Africans can speak with one united, stronger, […]

The announcement South Africans have been expecting and dreading for so long – especially after Jacob Zuma’s Cabinet Reshuffle last week – has finally arrived. Today S&P Global Ratings downgraded South Africa to Junk Status. South Africa’s long-term foreign currency rating has been cut to BB+ based on “political and institutional uncertainty”, with a negative […]

They say nothing unites people more than a common enemy… and Jacob Zuma has accomplished this in South Africa. In a groundbreaking move today, the leaders of the DA, EFF, IFP, COPE, UDM, and ACDP met in Johannesburg Monday – following what they call the “hostile takeover of the Treasury, and selling of the country” by its […]

Thousands of South Africans are heeding the call to unite in solidarity, to no longer only sign petitions or complain… but to stand up and be counted in their disapproval of President Jacob Zuma and alleged corruption in the country. If the buzz on social media could be measured, it looks like this Friday – […]

As the new Minister of Finance, Malusi Gigaba, takes office Monday at the National Treasury… South Africans seem split about his appointment. Many at a press conference today clapped and cheered for him, whilst others jeered and asked when he was resigning. It’s only been three days since his appointment – to replace popular Pravin Gordhan – […]

In an ongoing campaign to highlight the devastating violent crime rate in South Africa, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has issued two statements Monday morning expressing their condolences on the fatal shooting of the Richmond Deputy Mayor, and the “cold blooded murder of a city doctor” in Kimberley. Dr Nuuman Saheb, a local doctor stationed at […]

GAUTENG – Motorists filmed the footage below as a Cash-in-Transit van was blown up with explosives in broad daylight, in the middle of traffic, during a heist near the airport on Saturday, 1 April 2017, in Kempton Park, South Africa. South African Police Services (SAPS) said: “At about 11:40 on the R24 near Barbara Road […]

Mmusi Maimane – Leader of the Democratic Alliance – announced at a press conference in Cape Town Sunday that the party’s Federal Executive has decided to institute formal disciplinary action against Helen Zille, following recommendations presented by the Party’s Federal Legal Commission (FLC). He confirmed Zille will remain in her current position as Premier of the […]

South Africans are being called on to unite in solidarity against the actions of President Jacob Zuma tomorrow, Monday 3 April 2017. A website has been set up, with a black South African flag, and the bold capitalised heading: “OUR SOULS ARE NOT FOR SALE”. The message on the site says: “Fellow South Africans, the actions […]

It’s race day in South Africa with the IRONMAN African Championship, currently taking place in Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape. Maureen Swanepoel Jordaan was there from early to witness the spectacular sunset and capture these stunning photos as top athletes from around the world set off on the legendary race. The male pros began at 6:30 […]

PRETORIA – Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected rumours and apparent “misinformation” that he has resigned from his official position as the Deputy President of South Africa. “There is no truth to the dissemination of this falsehood,” the Presidency said in a statement on Saturday. The Presidency said that Deputy President Ramaphosa remains in his position […]

PRETORIA (Reuters) – South Africa’s new finance minister signalled on Saturday he would oversee a redistribution of wealth to the country’s black majority, as a row over the sacking of his predecessor laid bare bitter divisions within the ruling ANC party. Saying the country was poised at a “polarised and contentious” moment, Malusi Gigaba promised […]

ICYMI – former Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan describes below why he believes he was fired (or released from his duties). He also revealed that he and his former Deputy Mcebisi Jonas learnt their fate from the TV screen – there was no phone call or meeting. Watch Pravin Gorhdan: ‘This is why I was fired’ Yesterday […]

Demonstrations outside Union Buildings and National Treasury in support of axed Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan Axed Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan takes to the stage to address protesters and supporters outside the National Treasury. Photo: Ihsaan Haffejee During a press conference held at the Treasury in Pretoria on Friday, axed Minister of Finance Pravin […]

Watch live as the new ministers are sworn in: #fortheloveofGordhan and everything that is pure and good let's pray that this #cabinetreshuffle is indeed the beginning of the end for #JZ pic.twitter.com/ZHGYIpRAiX — South Africans ZAbroad (@EastWestZa) March 31, 2017 Before the #SwearingIn ceremony gets underway, here's a reminder of who is in and who […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has called on South Africans everywhere to please share the following message “far and wide”: “We need as many South Africans, REGARDLESS OF THE PARTY YOU VOTE FOR, to join us in our movement for change. “Next week Friday (7 April), we will hold a peaceful march to Luthuli House in […]

Many South Africans were celebrating today after the Western Cape High Court made a landmark ruling that it is an infringement to ban the use of dagga by adults in private homes. The court ruling allows for the private possession, cultivation and use of dagga at home in South Africa. The Court also ruled that Parliament must change […]

Nando’s legendary restaurant chain is as famous around the world (and especially in its home country of South Africa) for its hot chicken and even hotter adverts! And as the country is reeling from the Cabinet Reshuffle that took place late last night, Nando’s has done it again… with an advert that simply says: Sold […]

Many South Africans have voiced their support and gratitude to former Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, and former Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas, who were both fired last night by President Jacob Zuma… in the middle of the night, along with other cabinet ministers. Here are just some of the tributes from devastated South Africans who […]

PRETORIA – The swearing-in ceremony for the new Ministers and Deputy Ministers is due to take place this evening at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guest House, in Pretoria, according to the Presidency. But not if the DA and many South Africans have their way! The DA has sought an urgent interdict, which was due to start at 14h30, to […]