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Helen Joseph Hospital without water, R550 million unspent budget

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 16:24

Patients and staff at Helen Joseph Hospital have been battling with terrible conditions after being without water for almost a week. Staff and patients at Helen Joseph Hospital have endured terrible conditions without adequate water since last week Thursday, 1 June 2023. ALSO READ: LIST: Here is the official petrol and diesel price list for June WATER […]

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Romance scam: KZN women scammed almost R100k by fake pilot

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 15:57

The man who scammed women from KZN promised to marry them and visit South Africa, would ask them to send R5000 daily. Four women from different towns in Kwazulu-Natal were reportedly scammed of almost R100 000 by a fake pilot who promised to marry them. In 2022, three women from KZN including two single mothers aged […]

Monkeys attack University of Venda staff member

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 15:43

The University of Venda has warned its students and staff to be on the lookout for monkeys that are violently attacking people. UNIVEN (The University of Venda) on Thursday, 1 June warned students, staff, and its university community to be on the lookout for monkeys that are violently attacking people. ALSO READ:Viral Video: Monkeys using […]

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Jordy Smith qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympics

By Garrin Lambley 06-06-23 15:31

South African surfers Jordy Smith and Sarah Baum have qualified to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games through the 2023 ISA World Surfing Games in El Salvador. ALSO READ | Surfing GOAT Kelly Slater handed career and Olympic lifeline A total of eight qualification spots – four men and four women – will be handed out at the competition to competitors from Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania. Smith, now 35, took […]

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SA’s links to Russia set to cost Mzansi a Formula One race – report

By Garrin Lambley 06-06-23 13:30

South Africa’s ‘political alignment’ with Russia has reportedly dashed any hopes of Mzansi being added to the Formula One calendar. Last year, it already seemed that reports of a Formula One return to South Africa may have been somewhat premature. It came after Formula One boss Stefano Domenicali had got a few engines revving in Mzansi after he told Sky […]

South African-owned project wins prestigious architect award in the UK. Photo: FB/ The Newt in Somerset

South African-owned project wins prestigious architect award in the UK

By Jenni Baxter 06-06-23 11:54

A beautiful South African-owned project in the UK has won a prestigious design award. The Newt in Somerset, which was restored and launched in 2019 by SA power couple Koos Bekker and Karen Roos, has won an award for its spectacular architecture of its Roman Villa Experience. The Newt said on Tuesday morning: “News travels […]

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PowerBall draws: Six numbers could be life-altering TONIGHT

By Garrin Lambley 06-06-23 11:04

With only hours to go until the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Tuesday, 6 June, South Africa could well welcome its newest multi-millionaires. NATIONAL LOTTERY: Register for your free online account HERE There’s never a bad time to become super rich overnight! But to win, you need to play – and here’s HOW. ALSO READ | SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL LOTTERY: TOP […]

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South African with Springbok link named in Junior All Blacks squad

By Garrin Lambley 06-06-23 10:53

South Africa-born scrumhalf Jordi Viljoen, who has strong ties to Springbok rugby, has been included in the New Zealand squad for the World Rugby U20 Championship taking place in South Africa this month. Viljoen’s grandfather Joachim Frederick Viljoen, fondly known as Joggie, was capped six times for the Springboks in the 1970s, while his father, […]

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Rugby World Cup 1995: Where are they now – Japie Mulder

By Garrin Lambley 05-06-23 20:45

The Springboks unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. FOR THE LATEST RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 NEWS VISIT THE SAPEOPLE WEBSITE The SAPeople website takes a look at what has happened to the heroic starting Springbok XV that memorable day at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, continuing with outside centre Japie Mulder. READ […]

Doring Bay Abalone, a land-based aquaculture farm, produces about 60 tonnes of Haliotis midae abalone per year. Photos: Ashraf Hendricks

Police seize R1million worth of abalone in Makhanda

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 20:03

Bloemfontein becoming a hot destination for abalone, as two major arrests worth over a million were headed to the City of Roses. This past weekend, police have seized large quantities of abalone in the Eastern Cape and Free State with both consignments allegedly heading to Bloemfontein. In the latest arrest, a 46-year-old suspect was apprehended and […]

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South African Sign Language granted official language status

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 19:57

The National Assembly recently approved the South African Sign Language (SASL) as the 12th official language in the country. Until now, the South African Constitution provided for 11 official languages, which include Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, siSwati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga, Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, isiXhosa and isiZulu. ALSO READ: Parliament passes bill to make sign language SA’s official language The […]

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Investigator in Thabo Bester escape case allegedly dies by suicide

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 19:41

One of the investigators in the Thabo Bester escape case has died. He was also the head of Organised Crime in the Free State. One of the South African Police Service (SAPS) investigators in the Thabo Bester escape case died, the police confirmed on Monday, 5 June. According to reports, the suspected cause of death is […]

Duane Vermeulen retiring

Springboks: Big Duane Vermeulen not ready to give up is RWC spot

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 19:22

‘Thor’ Vermeulen will fight tooth and nail to fend off contenders for his No 8 Springbok throne. No 8 Duane Vermeulen says he will fight for retain his place in the Springboks squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship and the Rugby World Cup. LIVE UPDATES: SPRINGBOKS’ ROAD TO THE RUGBY WORLD CUP Vermeulen is one of […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Monday, 5 June’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 05-06-23 21:54

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 5 June 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 Monday, 5 […]

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First class to go: Top airline to scrap ultimate luxury on new jets

By Garrin Lambley 05-06-23 19:03

Have you ever wondered what it would be like traveling in first class on one of the world’s best airlines? Well, that may soon not be possible with Qatar Airways. Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker has said that the airline will not offer first-class on its next-generation long-haul aircraft. DROPPING FIRST CLASS […]

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R40 for a tube of Pringles? Shock at hike in price

By Garrin Lambley 05-06-23 18:57

If you’ve been unpleasantly surprised by the cost of your favourite snack, Pringles, you’re not alone. The popular potato chips – manufactured by Kellogg’s – are currently priced at R40 in most retail shops. But like many other items, consumers are complaining about the price hike. ALSO READ: Counting your chicks? Woolworths shopper pays 8c for […]

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Rugby World Cup: EVERY winner in the tournament’s history

By Garrin Lambley 05-06-23 18:39

As part of our build-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup, we take a quick tour through the history of the tournament by looking at the winners of the previous nine tournaments. The World Cup is one of the world’s most popular sport’s brands, the pinnacle 15s event in men’s and women’s rugby union, held […]

City of Cape Town is moving people off the streets. Castle homeless

Castle homeless eviction: City of Cape Town offers latest update

By Garrin Lambley 05-06-23 18:31

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has offered the city’s full support to the national Department of Public Works in urgently resolving the unlawful occupation on nationally-owned land around the Castle of Good Hope in the city’s CBD. ALSO READ | City of Cape Town establishes new Naming committee If needs be, the city is prepared to launch an eviction […]

Payments getting you down

Feeling the squeeze? Five top tips to get a grip on your finances

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 17:46

Here are some useful tips to help you get on top of your finances during these very challenging financial times. Due to the cost of living crisis, many South Africans are battling to make ends meet and uphold the standard of living they are used to. Rising fuel costs, increasing energy prices and surging inflation […]

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Kaizer Chiefs discussing new terms with key defender

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 17:19

Kaizer Chiefs are going to let go of a few experienced players during the upcoming window, but they’re determined to keep Sifiso Hlanti. ICYMI: Sundowns to hijack Kaizer Chiefs deal for coveted playmaker FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Kaizer Chiefs boss to mimic Pep Guardiola at Man City? KAIZER CHIEFS NEGOTIATING NEW TERMS WITH HLANTI Sifiso Hlanti has been […]

Ferrari

SPIED: All-new Ferrari F250 hypercar

By Garrin Lambley 05-06-23 16:48

With the 100th Le Mans 24 Hour this weekend, you’d be forgiven for thinking this disguised and bewinged beast was in fact a Ferrari 499P race car. Nope, it’s the all-new Ferrari F250 hypercar, and Car Magazine UK has spotted it testing near Maranello. FERRARI F250 HYPERCAR Ferrari F250 hypercar spied. Picture: Car Magazine UK. The excessive cladding and […]

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