War-torn Sudan’s capital experienced a communications blackout for several hours on Friday, residents said, as the army and paramilitary forces waged intense battles across Khartoum. ALSO READ: Sudan sides to be held to account as war rages: UN Vital internet and mobile phone connections — which have been critical to sourcing information and supplies during nearly […]

On Saturday, the Springboks and All Blacks will renew their rivalry as they go head-to-head in the Rugby Championship, with kick off at 09:05 (SA time). As always, there is sure to be plenty of focus on the quality of officiating, with most Springbok fans having been pretty pleased last week with the manner in which […]

Ireland have launched their Rugby World Cup kit to an underwhelming response. Many fans have the feeling that the kitmaker hasn’t quite captured the Irish green. READ MORE: CONFIRMED: Etzebeth set to play against All Blacks IRELAND’S ‘MINT GREEN’ RUGBY WORLD CUP KIT UNDERWHELMS The colour has something of a washed out quality while other […]

Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director, Kaizer Motaung Jr has explained the departure of Austin Dube. The 30-year-old defender’s time at Amakhosi came to an end after the club and his representatives agreed to terminate his contract. Dube signed for Amakhosi from Richards Bay in July 2021 on a three-year deal and made his debut as an 84th minute […]

Eben Etzebeth will lead the Springboks out on the occasion of his 111th test cap against New Zealand’s All Blacks in a crunch Rugby Championship clash. BOKS vs ALL BLACKS: All you need to know ahead of kickoff EMOTIONAL ETZEBETH INCHING CLOSER TO SPRINGBOKS RECORD It’s been a difficult week for Eben Etzebeth, to say the […]

Armed Islamist groups have carried out widespread killing, rape and looting in northeast Mali this year, forcing thousands of people to flee, Human Rights Watch said Thursday 13 July 2023. “Security has deteriorated sharply amid clashes between two armed Islamist groups as they seek to control supply routes and increase their influence,” the New York-based […]

Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Thursday 13 July 2023 urged nations targeted by Western sanctions to band together as he hosted the leader of fellow international outlier Iran. President Ebrahim Raisi arrived for the last leg of the first Africa tour by an Iranian leader in 11 years, on a tour aimed at easing the […]

In less than 24 hours the Springboks and All Blacks will battle in Auckland for bragging rights as likely Rugby Championship winners this season. EXCLUSIVE | Here’s who will sing SA national anthem before All Blacks game The match at the Mount Smart Stadium is set to kick off at 09:05 (SA time). Scratch & unlock your share of up to R50 million […]

South Africa’s graft-tainted ex-leader Jacob Zuma is receiving medical treatment in Russia, his spokesperson said on Friday, a day after the country’s highest court upheld a ruling that he should return to prison. “Zuma travelled to Russia last week for health reasons,” the 81-year-old’s spokesperson Mzwanele Manyi said in a statement. PICTURE | Springboks v All Blacks | Official team […]

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed its deployment in support of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in four provinces. This comes as over 20 trucks have been torched and high density operations continue through roadblocks, stop and searches. SANDF DEPLOYED IN FOUR PROVINCES The defence force confirmed that its members have […]

Founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson, arrived in Zimbabwe on 30 June with budget airline Fastjet. Banson’s visit has been closely watched, with much speculation around the reasons for his visit to the country. Before heading down to Africa last month, Branson’s new boutique hotel property, Son Bunyola opened its doors. The new 26-room luxury […]

Both the Springboks and All Blacks secured resounding victories in their opening Rugby Championship matches last weekend, and the two arch-rivals will now head into a clash that is likely to determine who walks away with the title in this year’s southern hemisphere tournament. Scratch & unlock your share of up to R50 million with Betway! […]

Bafana takes on Zambia in the semifinals of Cosafa Cup at the King Zwelithini Stadium on Friday. Tshegofatso Mabasa’s two goals against Eswatini were enough to see South Africa top Group A and set up a mouthwatering semifinal clash against Chipolopolo. ALSO READ: Pirates set to offload ‘UNPOPULAR’ defender Bafana alongside Zambia Malawi and Lesotho all made the […]

A Russian anti-war activist living in Serbia was banned from entering the Balkan country after being stopped at Belgrade’s main airport Thursday, according to his lawyer. ALSO READ: Russia downs five Ukrainian drones in ‘terrorist act’ Peter Nikitin, who has permanent residency in Serbia, was prevented from entering at the request of the country’s Security Information […]

False qualifications and fake degrees are an increasing problem in South Africa. Dr Hennie Roos is one of South Africa’s most notorious medical malpractice cases, having faced approximately 26 complaints of misconduct until his removal from the Health Professions Council of South Africa. The Hawks arrested an Eastern Cape “teacher” for teaching with false qualifications in March this […]

In this latest animal sighting, massive elephant charges at lion cubs. According to Maasai Sightings, this sighting took place at Maasai Mara. ALSO READ: WATCH – Jaguar attacks caiman crocodile Female lions leave the pride to give birth to their young and do not return until the cubs are several weeks old. The adult females […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) says its lawyers are currently drafting a letter which they will submit to former president Jacob Zuma calling for him to voluntarily surrender himself to arrest within a reasonable timeframe. This comes as the Constitutional Court dismissed Zuma’s application for leave to appeal the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) judgement confirming that […]

Anita Lloyd, who is married to Boyce Lloyd, former CEO of KWV, backtracked on the mammon comment she made at the beginning of the Real Housewives van die Wynlande (RHOWL) at the reunion, which aired on Thursday 13 July on KykNet. ALSO READ: 1st woman of colour to win Miss SA: Where is Amy Kleinhans now? ANITA […]

Nkanyiso and Yana Dzedze celebrate five years of marriage and reflect on their journey together in a sweet Instagram post on 13 July. ALSO READ: Revealed: DJ Zinhle tells a secret that keeps her marriage with Murdah Bongz South Africa’s entertainment industry power couple, Nkanyiso Dzedze and his wife, Yana Dzedze, celebrated a significant milestone […]

South Africa’s top court on Thursday 13 July 2023 upheld an earlier ruling that former president Jacob Zuma should return to prison to complete his 15-month term for contempt of court, dismissing an appeal seeking to keep him out of jail. It was not immediately clear whether Zuma would return to jail, with prison authorities […]

A woman believed to be a smuggler had her suspicious trip cut short after she was busted with snakes stuffed in her bra in China. HOW THE WOMAN SMUGGLER GOT CAUGHT It is reported that the woman’s ‘oddly-shaped’ breasts caught the attention of customs officials. It is said that she was caught smuggling five live […]

Eskom has confirmed that Stage 6 load shedding will continue over the weekend – potentially plunging Saturday’s Rugby Championship Test between the All Blacks and Springboks into darkness. The power utility said in a tweet that increased demand and the depletion of emergency reserves necessitated the move. VIRAL | Cheapest groceries in South Africa: Checkers v Pick n Pay v […]

Crewe, 12 July 2023: The first new Speed Six in 93 years will makes its global debut at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. The most successful Bentley racing car ever, the Speed Six is regarded as one of the most important Bentleys in history. The newest Speed Six – Car Zero – will be used […]

Vuyo Zungula – who is the president of the political party African Transformation Movement (ATM) – has written a letter to the Minister of Police, Bheki Cele, and Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola, in a bid to get protection for the host and production team of the drug-busting show, Sizok’thola. Xolani Khumalo and the Sizok’thola crew have […]

The Kaizer Chiefs squad churn has been comprehensive this season with seven senior players already having left the club. Now, the departed Erick Mathoho has seemingly found a new club. BREAKING: Latest Kaizer Chiefs news bulletin BENNI: The rabbit food diet of 2011 KAIZER CHIEFS EXODUS Chiefs have let go of Eric Mathoho, Siyabonga Ngezana, Phathutshedzo Nange, Cole Alexander and Austin Dube while […]