Here are five things to know about Niger, where the country’s president was being detained by guards in what the African Union on Wednesday 27 July 2023 condemned as an “attempted coup”. Niger, a vast West African country that is two-thirds desert, is one of the world’s poorest nations. Half of its 26.2 million people […]

An injury to Sam Cane has forced coach Ian Foster to make one change to the All Blacks lineup and appoint a new captain for Saturday’s Bledisloe Cup clash against the Wallabies. Regular skipper Cane suffered a neck injury in his team’s commanding victory over the Springboks a fortnight ago and given his had previously […]

This Saturday, the Springboks will take on Argentina in the final game of the Rugby Championship at a packed Ellis Park. Kick off is at 5.05pm. It has now been confirmed to TheSouthAfrican.com that the South African national anthem will be sung by the famed Ndlovu Youth Choir in what is sure to be an extremely special moment before kick […]

The 2023 Rugby World Cup is now just around the corner, with the tournament taking place from 8 September to 28 October, with broadcasting giant SuperSport set to comprehensively cover all the games. Revealed: Who is singing SA anthem before Springbok game Notably, it’s now been confirmed that ex-All Blacks great – and now popular broadcaster – Justin Marshall will […]

Petersfield, 26 July 2023: Nichols Cars has revealed the production-ready N1A, the 900 kg Can-Am-inspired British supercar that pays homage to one of the most iconic racing cars of all time: the original McLaren M1A. Led by renowned motorsport engineer, Steve Nichols, Nichols Cars has created the road-going N1A, a lightweight, rear-wheel-drive sports car with […]

Shorts and slops or an umbrella? Here’s what the weather holds for every province in South Africa on Thursday, 27July 2023. SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS IMPACT-BASED WARNINGS: A. Yellow Level 1 Warning: Waves resulting in difficulty in navigation at sea for small vessels and person watercraft is expected between Alexander Bay and Plettenberg Bay FIRE DANGER WARNINGS: […]

Orlando Pirates veteran goalkeeper Siyabonga Mpontshane is set to stay with the Soweto giants after he was linked with a move away. The 37-year-old keeper was rumoured to move to AmaZulu this coming season. The kwa-Zulu Natal outfit was reportedly looking for an experienced keeper to provide competition for Veli Mothwa, who is their main choice […]

Orlando Pirates reject Collins Makgaka has seemingly failed to impress at Stellies and has stopped training with the club. The South African reported that the former Baroka star, Makgaka left Pirates after falling down the pecking order. ALO READ I EXCLUSIVE: Stellies boss admires Pirates reject Makgaka In the middle of the pre-season, Makgaka resurfaced at Stellenbosch […]

Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler is delighted as they unveil Angolan international striker Jo Paciencia as the club announced him on Wednesday. City said the experienced striker, Paciencia joins on a permanent deal after impressing coach Tinkler and his technical team. In a statement shared by City on social media, the club the new […]

Former beauty queen Marilyn Ramos – now Marilyn Mahoney –  has kept out of the spotlight since winning Miss South Africa (Miss SA) in 2012. And perhaps that was a concerted effort on her part, given the nasty comments made about her. The Krugersdorp beauty was branded the “worst Miss South Africa ever” by several […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 26 July 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Wednesday, 26 […]

Former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa was already deceased in his then-girlfriend Kelly Khumalo’s vehicle, according to a statement made by Nthabiseng Mokete who was the Khumalos’ Vosloorus neighbour. Mokete took to the witness stand at the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria on Wednesday, 26 July. ALSO READ: ‘I’m not your wife’: Zandie loses temper, […]

Are you ready for the 26 July 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re South Africa’s latest overnight millionaire. FOR THE LATEST SA EXPAT NEWS VISIT SAPEOPLE If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play then you might just strike gold here. Let’s have a […]

We identify all the head coaches in charge of the 20 teams which are set to vie for the Williams Webb Ellis trophy at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France between September and October. With the World Cup fast approaching, The South African brings you the names of all 20 participating teams’ head coaches. ALSO […]

Orlando Pirates have reached an agreement with Maritzburg United for the services of midfielder Karim Kimvuidi. The Congolese midfielder was sensational for Maritzburg last season where he provided four assists in 29 matches for the Team of Choice. Since the club got relegated, the 21-year-old has been linked to Kaizer Chiefs and Pirates in recent […]

Kaizer Chiefs coach Molefi Ntseki reveals his mandate, saying he is fully aware that he could be fired by tomorrow if results are not forthcoming. Ntseki took over the coaching reigns at Chiefs after Arthur Zwane was demoted to the assistant coach role during the off-season. ALSO READ I SuperSport CEO opens up on Dzvumakanja capture […]

Banyana Banyana defender Bambanani Mbane is wary of Argentina’s threat yet she wants nothing but a win in their second FIFA World Cup tie on Friday. Mbane also reflected on their 2-1 loss at the hands of Sweden, saying Banyana benefitted from the display as a team. ALSO READ I Banyana’s Ellis on why underfire Swart started […]

I hear it all the time from those trusting souls in the market for a new crossover. “You know, I test drove the… (*insert the name of virtually any crossover vehicle here) and I was disappointed at how small it was inside.” Yes, I’m afraid, that’s the irony of the most popular segment. Despite manufacturers […]

Season 2 of Sex and the City reboot And Just Like that is back with more romance drama and, more importantly, fashion for Carrie Bradshaw. The success of the Sex and the City remake And Just Like That has spilled over into the realm of fashion. And with searches for different components of the programme […]

Cape Town motorists face having their vehicles impounded after the traffic by-law of 2021 came into effect in July 2023 Among the offences in the Traffic by-law of 2021 that could see motorists having their vehicles impounded includes driving with missing number plates, unroadworthy vehicles, and unlicensed vehicles, according to SABC News. ALSO READ: AARTO backlash: South Africans have their […]

GRANT WILLIAMS: A TRUE SOUTH AFRICAN GEM Grant Williams, the scrumhalf whose speed could give a cheetah a run for its money, is lighting up the South African rugby scene. This homegrown talent, honed on the fields of Durban and now wowing the world as a Springbok, carries the hopes of South Africans on his […]

Twenty-three people died Wednesday when a bus crashed in northern Senegal, President Macky Sall announced on social media. ALSO READ: Tragic migrant boat capsize off Senegal’s coast claims 16 lives “I call for even more caution on the road”, Sall said in a message posted on Twitter. Earlier, a national fire brigade official and a first […]

Designer Nobukhosi Mukwevho is the guest judge on episode 4 of the Miss South Africa television series Crown Chasers which airs on Sunday, 30 July at 16:00 on SABC 3. She joins the show’s regular judges Bonang Matheba and Leandie du Randt along with series’ host Zozibini Tunzi. ALSO READ: ‘Crown Chasers’: Five things to know about […]

Orlando Pirates has announced the club has reached an agreement with Maritzburg United for the services of Karim Kimvuidi. Recently it was reported that the talented 21-year-old Congolese star could turn down local offers to instead head to MLS outfit DC United. However, Pirates have continued to make big business moves, and announced the signing on social media […]

Bayern Munich are reportedly set to swoop for Manchester United legend David de Gea in a bid to firm up their goalkeeping stocks. Bayern’s own veteran stopper, Manuel Neuer, is currently on the shelf with injury. BAYERN MUNICH LINING UP MOVE FOR DAVID DE GEA The experience and quality of David de Gea would be […]