The South African has taken another step in its Prison Journalism Programme collaboration with Restore. Last Saturday, 1 July 2023, the publication and Restore – a non-governmental organisation (NGO) based in Cape Town – held a virtual writing training session for a group of formerly incarcerated men and women. ALSO READ: ‘The South African’ partners with Restore for Prison Journalism Programme […]

South Africa has one of the best constitutions in the world, but system delays means that justice isn’t always served in due time. Delays in the High and lower courts are happening due to heaps of backlogged court paperwork, investigative evidence delays, and understaffed courts. A plethora of cases remain stuck in the legal system awaiting […]

The announcement of his debut performances in the country has generated great excitement among music lovers. THE TOUR The two-city tour featuring PJ Morton will take place in Cape Town and Johannesburg, giving fans in both cities the chance to witness his incredible performances. Attendees can expect to hear his timeless catalogue, which includes his Grammy […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa has said he has no intention to remove his Deputy President, Paul Mashatile. Pressure for his removal comes after Paul Mashatile’s bodyguards were caught on camera assaulting two men in Johannesburg at the beginning of July. In a viral video, Mashatile’s bodyguards are seen pulling two men from a vehicle and kicking […]

Look at what happened on this day, 10 July in history. From various achievements and milestones throughout human history to groundbreaking inventions and events that shaped the world we live in today. Here is a look at some of the most notable events that happened on this day ON THIS DAY: 10 JULY 1992 | In Miami, […]

Family, friends and the police are seeking information regarding the disappearance of 25-year-old Sphile Shabalala. Shabalala was born in Lamontville, KwaZulu-Natal on 3 July 1998. He is 1.55m tall and speaks isiZulu. Shabalala was reported missing to The South African website by his grandmother, Sandile C. Majola. The investigating officer at the Lamontville police station is Warrant Officer Mkhize. Anyone with any information is urged to […]

According to SAPS’ National Crime Statistics, approximately 40, 610 residential burglaries were reported for the January to March 2023 period. Criminals are watching your neighborhood, and may target almost any home that seems unprotected. Here are six ways to protect your home and neighbourhood from criminals. 1. BE ALERT Be alert, and pay attention when something around […]

Tebogo Malope’s Film, RISE: The Siya Kolisi Story, has won big at the popular film festival called The International Tribeca Film Festival in New York. KOLISI’S RISE The documentary, which delves into Kolisi’s inspiring rise from humble beginnings to becoming the first black captain of the South African national rugby team, has captivated audiences with its powerful […]

There was a lot to smile about in the June vehicle sales data as 46 810 units were sold, that translated into year-on-year growth of 14%, according to the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa). In the light-commercial vehicle (LCV) category, 13 945 units were sold in June, according to Car Magazine. That figure includes […]

The time to file your annual income tax return is only days away. Individual taxpayers can submit their return from 20h00 on Friday 7 July 2023 until 23 October 2023. While provisional taxpayers have until 24 January 2024 to submit their income tax return. SARS is also in the process of sending out millions of SMSs to taxpayers who […]

Speeding in relation to road safety in South Africa is a big talking point as every year the  Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) publishes the number of fatalities on our roads. Reckless driving caused by driving at a high speed is a big contributing factor towards the death toll. In 2022, BusinessTech reported over 1400 died during […]

You need to renew your car license once a year to be legal on South African roads. To help you find the cheapest online platform, we put together a useful article on where you can renew your car license online – click HERE for more. ALSO READ: Vehicle license renewal fees EXPLAINED However, those websites/services do not include the […]

For a long time, excelling was my shield against the challenges I faced as a gay man. As I’ve navigated different arenas in life and contended with various ideals around success , I have reclaimed excellence as a manifestation of my true self, and a way to make a meaningful contribution to the world. STRIVING […]

The gender pay gap issue in sports is once again in the spotlight, and it seems like it will be up to Zizi Kodwa and a couple of other stakeholders to figure out the way forward and possibly set a new precedent for women’s sports in South Africa. Kodwa has weighed in on the embarrassing […]

Searching for the latest trending videos on Twitter can be frustrating as everyone tries to ride the hashtag wave. So, SA People has made it easier for you! You can now find all the latest viral moments on #TrendingTwitterVideo right HERE! Follow us on Twitter to watch the latest trending videos – and subscribe to our YouTube page to never miss another viral moment again! […]

There are several ways South Africans can avoid standing in lengthy queues to renew their vehicle license disc online. Our colleagues at Business Tech looked at all the options across the provinces and tallied up the costs so you can make the best choice for your pocket. As of July 2023, here are the cheapest options to […]

Thinking of switching to remote work? Many global companies continue to work fully or partially remote post-pandemic. It saves time on the morning commute, but can come with certain downsides. Here are the pros and cons of remote work in 2023. TikTok will have you thinking remote work in 2023 is rather glamorous, and that […]

Searching for the latest trending videos on Twitter can be frustrating as everyone tries to ride the hashtag wave. So SA People has made it easier for you! You can now find all the latest viral moments on #TrendingTwitterVideo right HERE! Follow us on Twitter to watch the latest trending videos – and subscribe to our YouTube page to never miss another viral moment again! […]

Viral videos have never run dry on the world wide web. How amazing is it that there’s always something crazy on the internet? From people riding trolleys on the highway to failed challenge compilations – the internet seems to always amaze. Today’s viral video has captured the attention of millions viewers worldwide, earning countless shares […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Friday, 30 June 2023. ALSO READ: Hatang axed as Nelson Mandela Foundation CEO SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: NIL FIRE DANGER WARNINGS: NIL ADVISORIES: NIL ALSO READ: Weather forecast live updates CONDITIONS AND UVB FORECAST GAUTENG Temperature: Fine and cool […]

With International Pride Month drawing to a close, we are able to proudly look around at all the celebrations that have, and still are, taking place, and agree that South Africa has progressed immensely with regards to the LGBTQI+ community. This all started due to one gay black man, who fought two struggles at once. […]

Loyalty in the car business is an incredibly difficult thing to attain and brands spend millions each year on it. Like trust, loyalty is hard fought over many years by building positive brand experiences and so easily lost the instant a customer has a bad one. ALSO READ: Report confirms new-car quality is getting WORSE. But […]

Seriously, it’s not a chopped roof sitting on some gravel, it’s a car with 30mm ground clearance and it drives under its own power. Your eyes are not deceiving you, this is not just a picture of a car with its roof chopped off. What it is is a Fiat Panda that’s been stanced, slammed, […]

With 2023 tax season starting on July 7, 2023 – and SARS auto assessment notifications starting on Friday June 30 – it is nearly time to file your tax return. No matter how often you’ve done one, or how smooth SARS insists the process will be in 2023, Taxtim advises you to consider these 7 points to file your tax return in […]

South African MotoGP rider Brad Binder lost out on two podium finishes at the Dutch Grand Prix this weekend. The KTM factory rider left the Assen GP frustrated after being demoted to fourth place in the sprint race and GP for exceeding track limits. ALSO READ: Brad Binder misses out on two podium finishes by millimeters […]