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Eskom warns suffering South Africans to brace for a ‘difficult’ winter

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 19:47

South Africa’s struggling state-owned power firm Eskom on Thursday forecast a difficult winter with demand set to rise in the continent’s most industrialised but energy-starved country. ALSO READ | New study casts doubt over whether humankind originated in South Africa Eskom warned that it may ramp up crippling power outages to prevent a national grid collapse as winter arrives […]

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Life saver: Affordable fabric has been designed to block mosquito bites

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 19:18

A new fabric developed at an American University has a unique knit and geometric structure that has the ability to prevent mosquito bites. A fabric sample developed at an American University’s lab may appear ordinary, but it serves a distinct purpose. Designed with a unique knit and geometric structure, the material has the ability to prevent […]

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Semigration: Why the Eastern Cape is the new promised land

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 19:12

The Eastern Cape is one of three coastal provinces – along with KZN and the Western Cape – benefiting from semigration. Residential property data has shown some notable trends in the South African housing market, mainly due to the semigration of residents from Gauteng to coastal regions like the Eastern Cape. Factors driving semigration in […]

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Eastern Cape launches new interactive Virtual Reality tours

By Hennely Nel 18-05-23 19:10

EASTERN CAPE VR TOURS In a bid to offer potential visitors a glimpse or ‘feel’ for the province before they even visit, the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency have created interactive virtual tourism platforms of unique Eastern Cape experiences, reports Tourism Update. The tours can be accessed by anyone, from anywhere in the world with an […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Thursday, 18 May’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 18-05-23 21:50

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Thursday, 18 May 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 Thursday, 18 […]

Ramaphosa vs Zuma: Here is what happened in court yesterday

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 18:36

A heated argument broke out as Adv Dali Mpofu accused the NPA of acting in a “disgraceful” manner in the Ramaphosa vs Zuma case. The Zuma versus Ramaphosa matter sat before a full bench of judges Selby Baqwa, Lebogang Modiba and Mohammed Ismail at the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg on Wednesday and continued today. […]

PSL rope in McCarthy, Pienaar to have a say

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 18:19

Benni McCarthy and Steven Pienaar spearheaded the selection of the DStv Premiership Goal of the Month award, in a new 2022/23 season format. The monthly award recognising the best goals in the league needed to be revitalized, with the winner now decided by the subjective opinion of SA football greats who have played and shone in both […]

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New regional airline heading to Johannesburg: All the flight details

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 17:49

Zambia’s national airline Zambia Airways, which has its hub at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport in Lusaka will soon be flying to Johannesburg. The airline was established in 2014 through a joint venture partnership between Africa’s largest carrier, Ethiopian Airlines, and the Government of the Republic of Zambia. Zambia Airways currently operates domestic flights from Lusaka […]

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Top 10 LEAST populated countries in the world: See the list!

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 17:38

Some of the world’s least populated countries are destinations that are well worth visiting. The world’s population reached eight billion people in November last year. This has serious effects for the planet which is already under huge strain, struggling to maintain the needs of the global population. LOW POPULATIONS Here we take a look at […]

Springbok giant Eben Etzebeth dwarfed by U15 schoolboy – PICTURE

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 18:07

A photo of an U15 player from Rondebosch Boys’ standing next to Eben Etzebeth recently went viral as it showed the schoolboy is taller than the Springbok giant. Here’s a video explaining who the kid is. ALSO READ: Lukhanyo Am: Springboks need Siya Kolisi back asap The Springboks assembled for their first alignment camp in Cape Town in February and one […]

From factory packer to qualified KZN teacher

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 17:06

A 52-year-old grandmother who started as a factory packer recently graduated and is now a qualified teacher with a degree. MZOBE STARTED AS A PACKER OF A LARGE FACTORY, WORKING LONG HOURS The 52-year-old Halala Zanele Mzobe obtained her degree from SANTS, Private Higher Education Institution. This leading distance learning institution recently hosted its ceremony […]

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SOLD OUT: Tickets for Stormers v Munster URC final snapped up in 3 hours

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 17:02

Tickets for the United Rugby Championship (URC) final between the Stormers and Munster sold out in just three hours on Thursday. ALSO READ: United Rugby Championship shield system set to be scrapped Tickets went on sale at 10:00 and by 13:00 they were all snapped up by eager fans. ALSO READ: URC Grand Final will be a clash of the hemispheres Tickets started from just […]

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Rafael Nadal out of French Open, will retire in 2024

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 16:55

Rafael Nadal on Thursday withdrew from the French Open because his hip injury has not healed, saying he expects 2024 to be his final year in professional tennis. “It’s not a decision I’m taking, it’s a decision my body is taking,” said the 36-year-old Spanish superstar, who has played at the clay court major every year since […]

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Top 3 solar power-producing countries and where SA ranks

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 16:29

Amid a global energy crisis, countries are rushing to build up renewable energy capacity and these are the nations leading the solar race. The world is in an energy crisis as traditional resources like coal, oil, and gas have become unreliable due to geopolitical tensions, while power demand remains high. In response, countries are urgently […]

H.E.R., Khalid, and The Chainsmokers are heading to SA

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 15:33

H.E.R., Khalid, and The Chainsmokers are coming to South Africa. They are headlining the ‘Hey Neighbour Festival’ taking place in December. Are you ready? International superstars H.E.R., Khalid, and The Chainsmokers are heading to South Africa in December for a festival like no other. ALSO READ: International approval: Chris Brown co-signs Lloyiso Gijana H.E.R., KHALID, AND […]

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No pay in six weeks: 1000 Gauteng health workers in limbo

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 14:57

The Gauteng Health Department cites administrative issues, but the DA condemns the situation and demands immediate action from Lesufi. The Gauteng Health Department has failed to pay the salaries of 1000 doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers. READ: Mbalula says load shedding will be over by December 2023 – we’ll believe it when we see it […]

South Africa continues to try ‘clear way’ for Putin’s visit

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 14:42

South Africa continues to try and find various ways to deal with the ICC warrant of arrest for Putin before the BRICS summit in August. Discussions around South Africa’s obligation towards the International Criminal Court (ICC) are ongoing. This comes as the South African government confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be attending the […]

Jasper Wiese wins top award, keeps himself in Bok spotlight

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 14:27

Jasper Wiese has been awarded the Players’ Player of the Year at the recent Rugby Players Association awards in London. Jasper Wiese has been awarded the Players’ Player of the Year at the recent Rugby Players Association awards in London. The Leicester Tigers number eight polled the greatest number of votes from his fellow professionals […]

SAPS discovered an illegal gold refinery lab [VIDEO]

By Mimi Mfundisi 18-05-23 14:06

A 22-year-old was arrested after police in Gauteng discovered an illegal gold refinery laboratory worth R3m of gold-bearing material. Gauteng police arrested a 22-year-old suspect and detected a fully operational gold refinery laboratory in a small holding in Zuurbekom, Westonaria, on 16 May 2023. Police spokesperson Colonel Philani Nkwalase said gold-bearing material with an estimated value of […]

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Kruger Park: Elephant with impressive pair of tusks – VIDEO

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 13:38

A Kruger National Park game ranger has shared a video clip of an elephant with an impressive – and sharp-looking – pair of tusks. REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe PICTURE | Kruger Park: Hyena feasts near empty BEER bottle – sad sight Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, […]

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Study casts doubt over whether humankind began in South Africa

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 13:33

Rock deposits in a cave system inhabited by early human ancestors in South Africa may be almost 2 million years younger than previously thought, a new study has found, which may cast doubt over whether humankind may have originated in the country. NEW READ | Cape Town’s unemployment drops, LOWEST of all metros According to Bloomberg, the study, which used […]

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Guess how much money you need to be in South Africa’s top 1% richest?

By Garrin Lambley 18-05-23 11:14

Knight Frank’s Wealth Sizing Model, updated this week, has revealed how much money individuals require in order to be among the top 1% of wealthiest in their countries. PICTURE | Kruger Park: Hyena feasts near empty BEER bottle – sad sight The entry point for Monaco – the wealthiest nation – is a staggering $12.4 million (R241 million). Rounding out the Top […]

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[WATCH] – Huge wave hits a boat

By Hennely Nel 18-05-23 09:51

Today’s video: a big wave that hit a boat. These daily videos are unfathomable and often unexplainable – but 100% genuine – and may well leave you speechless. Terrifying video of the day: Watch as people in the hold on to something One big wave & …. 😳🌊 pic.twitter.com/jZJWdbKEQj — Wow Terrifying (@WowTerrifying) May 12, […]

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