President Cyril Ramaphosa will dispatch four cabinet members to the Group of Seven (G7) nations to address concerns over South Africa’s neutral stance on the conflict in Ukraine. READ: West Africa shows how unity can create peace in the continent SOUTH AFRICA’S NEUTRAL STANCE ON UKRAINE CONFLICT RAISES CONCERNS AMONG TRADING PARTNERS According to Bloomberg, South […]

VAAL AEROTROPOLIS ON THE CARDS The Vaal region of South Africa is expected to get a massive infrastructure upgrade, in the form of an aerotropolis that will have its own international airport. The ‘Vaal River City’ project will also have logistics, manufacturing and agricultural hubs as well as retail, leisure and residential facilities close to […]

To some of his former students, Professor Barry Dwolatzky was the “Grand Geek” – a name of which he was very proud. But Barry, who passed away in Johannesburg, South Africa on 16 May 2023, was much more than a computer geek. He was also a leader and a visionary in the field of software […]

Today’s video: Flying above the clouds. These daily videos are unfathomable and often unexplainable – but 100% genuine – and may well leave you speechless. ALSO WATCH: Epic bakkie drag race goes down to the wire – WATCH Terrifying video of the day: Flying above the clouds in Turkey. Flying above the clouds… Fethiye, Turkeyhttps://t.co/tkoCoZFjqs […]

Independent candidates not associated with political parties will, for the first time, be allowed to contest the National and Provincial elections during South Africa’s 2024 general elections. ALSO READ: Ramaphosa signs new law for independent candidates for elections This was made possible after President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Electoral Amendment Bill into law. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), […]

The rand hit a new record low against the dollar on Thursday, 1 June amid concerns about South Africa’s relationship with Russia – and several other troubles in the country. ALSO READ: Alleged arms supply to Russia puts SA’s arms control in question The rand reached R19.88/$ in early trading. For reference, a month ago on 1 May, it was trading at R18.40 to the dollar. AT THE TIME OF […]

Orlando Pirates could shock the South African Football fraternity as well as their own faithful by terminating the contract of a key defender. READ | KAIZER CHIEFS PUT KEEPER’S CONTRACT TALKS ON HOLD, RISK LOSING PLAYER ON A FREE In a shock turn of events, it appears that Pirates are unhappy over the conduct of star centre […]

The Stormers have continued to prepare for life after their departing captain Steven Kitshoff by signing yet another loosehead prop, this time from the Bulls. READ | ALI MGIJIMA SECURES MOVE AWAY FROM THE PUMAS Earlier this month this publication reported that the Stormers had re-signed Lions prop Sti Sithole and now it can confirm that he will he joined by Lizo Gqoboka . READ | Springboks […]

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has confirmed that OR Tambo International Airport has been declared safe following a bomb scare late on Wednesday, 31 May. BIG READ | Richie McCaw backs Wallabies as Rugby World Cup surprise package ACSA posted a tweet that the domestic terminal at OR Tambo International Airport was being evacuated on Wednesday evening. At the time it did not […]

From Thursday, 1 June 2023, nicotine-substitute solutions, including vaping products, will be included in the tax net with a flat excise duty rate of R2.90/ml. ALSO READ: Cape Town dam levels update after heavy rainfall Excise duty on vaping tobacco products has been in the pipeline for a while. According to the South African Revenue Service […]

As the Western Cape heads further into winter, the official dam level stats in the province have started to rise in recent weeks. ALSO READ | Limpopo farmer empowers SA’s youth to succeed in agriculture The six major dams in the province – the Berg River, Steenbras Lower, Steenberg Upper, Theewaterskloof, Voëlvlei and Wemmershoek – are now cumulatively […]

WITH GOVERNMENT SUPPORT HAVING HELPED TO PROPEL HIS FARMING VENTURE, A LIMPOPO FARMER IS NOW USING HIS KNOWLEDGE TO INSPIRE YOUNG PEOPLE TO PURSUE SUCCESSFUL CAREERS IN FARMING. The desperation to secure a farm for his livestock led Frank Monaheng (66) to stumble on another treasure when he ended up being leased a 1060-hectare farm […]

With the youth now facing new challenges, government interventions targeted at helping young people are making a difference in the lives of many. South Africa’s youth has always been at the forefront of change. The young people of 16 June 1976 fought for a cause that would change history. Today’s youth continue this legacy despite […]

An alleged bomb threat at OR Tambo International Airport delayed eight flights on Wednesday afternoon. Passengers from the domestic arrivals terminals had to be evacuated after Airports Company South Africa received a notification by an anonymous caller of an alleged bomb threat around 17:00. BOMB THREAT DELAYS FLIGHTS AT OR TAMBO AIRPORT ACSA said upon learning of […]

The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks – be it trying out viral food recipes on TikTok or assembling IKEA furniture, knowledge is nowadays, quite literally one click away. The next life hack to make your life just a bit easier is always lurking waiting for you to stumble upon it. ALSO WATCH: Lifehack: […]

Caught on Camera finds the most fascinating real-life moments caught on camera. CCTV cameras are often associated with catching criminals and preventing theft, they have also captured some hilarious moments, weird moments, and sometimes terrifying moments. ALSO WATCH: Caught on Camera: Prisoners turn prison yard into a fun DIY swimming pool (Video) Watch real-life moments caught on camera […]

Elegantly clad in an immaculate white gown and matching cap, Yoro Diao, 95, was wreathed in smiles after officiating at the baptism of his brand-new great-grandson. The ceremony was ripe with emotion for the old man, one of a dwindling band of Senegalese soldiers who fought in France’s colonial-era wars. In the twilight of his […]

South Africa tennis star Lloyd Harris has had a horror run of injuries over the past year – but there’s light at the end of the tunnel. ALSO READ | French Open: Lloyd Harris looking to partner Raven Klaasen despite leg injury “It’s been tough. The last year has been stacked with injuries,” Harris told The South African website’s Dave […]

One of Kaizer Chiefs stars was seen sporting his R900 00 fire new ride. Check out his Mercedes Benz A-Class! MUST READ: PITSO MOSIMANE-KAIZER CHIEFS MOVE ALIVE AFTER AGENT DROPS HUGE HINTS! Amakhosi star, Njabulo Ngcobo, was seen sporting his flashy Mercedes Benz A-Class A200d Sedan. Furthermore, he was celebrating his 29th birthday and was spotted […]

Caught on Camera finds the most fascinating real-life moments caught on camera. CCTV cameras are often associated with catching criminals and preventing theft, they have also captured some hilarious moments, weird moments, and sometimes terrifying moments. ALSO, WATCH: Caught on Camera: Woman using fake pregnant belly to steal food from Supermarket (Video) Watch real-life moments caught on camera […]

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The war waged by the Ethiopian Federal Government and Eritrea against the Tigray regional government, which lasted from November 2020 to November 2022, caused massive devastation. Multiple war crimes were reported and there were claims of genocidal intent. A starvation campaign led to the death of at least 300,000 civilian victims. One of the places […]

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Western Cape is offering a reward for information about the murder of Warren Rhoode, 30, the son of Major-General Wally Rhoode, who heads President Cyril Ramaphosa’s protection unit. READ: Warren Rhoode: Son of Presidential Protection Unit head found dead in Cape Town WARREN RHOODE FOUND STABBED IN DELFT Rhoode’s body […]

One of the most important features of an effective democracy is a free media. We should therefore be encouraged by the recent release of the latest World Press Freedom Index, in which South Africa significantly improved its ranking, moving up ten places from 35th in the world in 2022 to 25th this year. The World Press […]

Calling all fans of Deacon Blue. The legendary Scottish Pop Rock band is coming to South Africa for the first time ever. And tickets go on sale today. ALSO READ: Sjava and Big Zulu: Get tickets to see the Inkabi Zezwe Tour DEACON BLUE IS COMING TO SA FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER It’s official. The […]