The results are in for Best Country in the World… and although many locals and foreigners living in South Africa LOVE it, unfortunately this is one list that South Africa doesn’t feature high in. In fact SA comes in at 38th position, trailing behind countries like South Korea (23), Russia (27), Brazil (28) and Israel […]

LONDON (Reuters) – Britain’s BT has appointed Jan du Plessis, chairman of miner Rio Tinto as its next chairman, taking over from Mike Rake who has led the telecoms group for 10 years. BT said on Thursday that du Plessis would join its board as a non-executive director on June 1, and become chairman on […]

Conservationists are asking the public to make their voice heard by signing a petition for CITES to help assist in stopping the South African government from allowing the national and international trade in rhino horn. Megan Carr from Rhinos in Africa said: “South Africa is reaching yet another critical turning point in its turbulent history” as the risk of […]

As news came this morning that South Africa has started the process to revoke its intention to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), it has been reported that local authorities have been summoned by the ICC to appear at the Hague on 7 April 2017. The call to appear in the Hague-based court follows South Africa’s […]

To celebrate International Women’s Day today, Lisa Ashton – founder of the Winnia Mabaso Foundation in Gauteng – has sent a special message from the UK for a group of “extraordinary South African women making the world a better place”. The WMF helps those in need from children to Grannies. Lisa said: “Today I am thinking […]

South African Airways (SAA) has confirmed that the armed robbery, of an alleged R24-million, took place in the cargo area and not on the plane as was previously reported. Speaking to local media, SAA spokesperson Tlali Tlali said: “The robbery took place in the restricted section of the cargo area of the airport where cargo […]

This is one of those scenes that’s been filmed several times – when a large snake makes its way into a motorcar’s engine… but no matter how many times you view it, it never makes it less awesome! Terri Noscov, who appears to be from Australia, uploaded this video back in 2014… but it is still […]

An armed robbery took place at O.R. Tambo International Airport Tuesday evening, with reports indicating that R24-million was allegedly stolen from a plane. UPDATE: Bogus South African Police Cars Used for OR Tambo Airport Heist plus details of the armed robbery. In a statement this evening, Airports Company South Africa’s O.R. Tambo International Airport confirmed […]

Tropical cyclone Enawo has struck Madagascar, bringing strong winds of 210 km/hour, heavy rain and high seas. Described as a Category 4 Cyclone/Hurricane, Enawo is the most powerful storm to hit Madagascar in at least 13 years. Cyclone Enawo threatens to bring chaos to the capital. The north of the island, which lies 400 km […]

The desperation, greed and – quite honestly – repulsiveness of poachers has just got even worse. Recently poachers shocked and horrified the world when they stooped so low as to kill two young rhino (as well as attacking the staff) at a rhino orphanage in South Africa. And now they have crossed another line – this […]

NAIROBI (Reuters) – Britain on Monday urged Kenya to restore law and order in the north of the country after a British rancher – born in South Africa – was shot dead there. Numerous attacks have taken place in drought-stricken Laikipia region in recent months as armed cattle herders searching for scarce grazing have driven […]

Trevor Noah is on the latest cover of Time magazine… making South Africans around the world feel very, very proud! Johan Eybers from Gauteng took a photo that went viral on Facebook, saying “Wow! This is historical. Trevor is one of a handful South Africans that made the front page of Time. Making us proud!” Wits […]

Karen Trendler, from Fundimvelo Thula Thula Rhino Orphanage (FTTRO) in South Africa, has graciously asked for respect and sensitivity during this tough period as the team recovers from the traumatic attack at the orphanage a couple of weeks ago. Karen thanked the investigating teams and officers for their “ongoing commitment to the investigations into the […]

‘Oom‘ (Uncle) Angus Buchan has announced the venue for the National Day of Prayer being organised in Bloemfontein on 22 April 2017. The massively popular evangelical pastor aims to attract 1 million people to the event, at which calls will be made to God to “bring justice, peace and hope to our beloved South Africa” in […]

There’s a happy hippo (or he seems that way) that hangs out at the High Bridge, in Komatipoort, every afternoon and watches the traffic go by. Or so claim a few residents from Komatipoort in South Africa. Here’s the photo that’s gone viral, apparently taken by local Louw Pretorius: Ngwenya Marketing first posted the pic, […]

Award-winning filmmakers and conservationists Dereck and Beverly Joubert, who have devoted their lives to saving endangered animals, have been charged by a buffalo. Last night Dereck sent thanks through their Twitter and Facebook pages for the phenomenal support. Admin for the Dereck and Beverly Big Cat Conservation page said: “Beverly is stable and Dereck is with […]

Staff at South Africa’s Social Security Agency (SASSA) continue to behave in a manner many are calling “arrogant” as they attempt to deflect attention from the Social Grants scandal… and blame it on the media. This morning SASSA spokesperon Lumka Oliphant refused to speak English during a radio interview with Xolani Gwala on 702… even though […]

Following a solid downpour of rain, one of the small dams on the Sabie River – in South Africa’s Kruger National Park – burst Saturday night, leading to one bridge being washed away and the Lower Sabie low water bridge flooding on Sunday morning! Jacqueline Abington was on the S30 (Salitjie Road) when the dam burst. She described it as […]

Famed French boulangerie and patisserie Paul has officially opened its first branch in South Africa today. Most South Africans who’ve travelled will be aware of the chain which has outlets at many airports around the world and is present in over 35 countries. South Africa’s first branch opened its doors in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, on […]

For the many South African expats who fly to or from Dubai, or SA business and holiday travellers who fly through Dubai International Airport on their way to or from South Africa… please note that the Airport has introduced a new baggage rule – no more round bags! The rule comes into effect on Wednesday […]

Here’s a beautiful version of Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika, performed by the Wits SDA (Seventh Day Adventist) choir last May… and with English subtitles. Jason Frazer did the translations from Xhosa, Zulu and Shona (from Zimbabwe). He says: “Such Harmony – Nkosi sikelel’iAfrika ?? – Ishe komborera iAfrika ?? – God Bless Africa. This is The Mighty […]

The exquisitely-penned letter from a dying children’s author, Amy Krouse Rosenthal, has gone viral. The poignant message of love was published by The New York Times on Friday… and has since made headlines around the world. In the letter Amy says that just as her third and final child left home, and she looked forward […]

Kagiso Rabada and Imran Tahir led a lethal bowling display by the Proteas that laid the foundation for a fine, 3-2 series win over New Zealand with a six-wicket triumph in the fifth One-Day International (ODI) Auckland on Saturday. In what has been a see-saw sequence of matches, South Africa gave the host little chance […]

Springbok Sevens scrumhalf, Branco du Preez, is keen to taste more success in the Sam Boyd Stadium when South Africa contest the Las Vegas Sevens this weekend, the fifth leg of the 2016/17 World Rugby Sevens Series. It’s Du Preez’s 50th World Series tournament appearance, but Du Preez says the milestone will only be special […]

A photo of two best friends in Louisville, USA, has gone viral around the world for the valuable lesson these little five-year-olds are teaching adults! Mom Lydia Sith Rosebush posted the photo last week on Facebook. It showed her son Jax, and his friend Reddy. She wrote: “This morning Jax and I were discussing his wild […]