Premature twin babies mutilated after their death by nurses in Tanzania, leaving their mother in shock. Four nurses in the western region of Tanzania’s Tabora are to be charged in court with harvesting organs from twin babies. The mother of the babies found her babies’ eyes gouged out and parts of their skin peeled off from […]

South Africa has a two-tiered, highly unequal healthcare system, with the majority of the population covered by the state. Despite South Africa’s reputation as a middle-income country with one of the worst health outcomes), according to WDI estimations, just 9 million people (out of a population of 58 million) are recognised as beneficiaries of private […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Tuesday, 23 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 Tuesday, 23 […]

  It’s nearly time for Tuesday, 23 May 2023’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws. Here are the numbers – and hopefully they mean one thing: You are South Africa’s latest multi-millionaire. POWERBALL AND POWERBALL PLUS JACKPOTS ESTIMATED AT: R9 million (PowerBall) R6 million (PowerBall Plus) If you really want your share of the jackpot, you […]

Parents at Tuscany High are refusing to pay a return amount of R700 to get back their children’s confiscated cellphones. Parents from Tuscany Glen High school have refused to pay a “return fee” of R700 for their children’s cellphones that were confiscated by their teachers. ALSO READ: Two girls’ schools blown up in Pakistan PARENTS DEMANDING […]

The EFF says it will write to parliament speaker to reconsider the decision of not establishing the impeachment committee against Ramaphosa. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) said they will write to the Speaker of Parliament Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, asking her to reconsider the decision of not establishing the impeachment committee over the Phala-Phala report. This comes […]

Suicide remains the fourth leading cause of death among girls up to 14 years old, a statistic that has remained consistent since 2016. An article in the Washington Post recently declared “a crisis in American girlhood.” Girls in the United States are experiencing alarmingly higher rates of sexual assault, mental health issues and suicidality than […]

South Africa is a country with a rich history of innovation. From the world’s first heart transplant to the CAT scan. South Africa may be known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife, but it has also produced some remarkable inventions that have made a global impact. From groundbreaking medical advancements to practical everyday solutions, here […]

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has concluded a signing agreement to make Cape Town and Nairobi  sister cities, with a shared mission to be the ‘undisputed economic hubs’ of their respective regions. ALSO READ | City of Cape Town to launch new unit to protect workers in Philippi The ceremony took place in Nairobi on Tuesday, 23 May, with Governor of Nairobi […]

The City of Cape Town is extending park and ride options for the United Rugby Championship (URC) final between the Stormers and Irish side Munster at the Cape Town Stadium this weekend. ALSO READ: Over 1.6m fans help to smash overall attendance record for URC A sold out crowd is expected to descend on the Green Point Precinct on Saturday, 27 May. ‘The City has extended park […]

It’s definitely is a wild, wild world out here in South Africa – especially when a leopard casually strolls through the outside entertainment area of a bush lodge. Just imagine you get ready to sit down for afternoon sundowners by the pool in your luxury safari villa when all of a sudden, a leopard comes walking […]

Scoring a try in a Rugby World Cup is no mean feat, but who are the youngest players to dot the ball down over the tryline in each position in tournament history? ALSO READ: Rugby World Cup 2023 match officials: 10 stats you need to know YOUNGEST TRY SCORERS IN RUGBY WORLD CUP HISTORY ALSO READ: These 12 referees will decide […]

Catherine, Princess of Wales had to decline autographing children’s artwork at the Chelsea Flower Show. ALSO READ | Shaun Pollock to hand roses to Top 10 Comrades Marathon finishers The 41-year-old royal was a surprise guest at the annual garden show on Monday, 22 May, and had to abide by a longstanding rule that members of the British […]

A Kruger National Park game ranger has shared a video clip of a leopard close-up walking through the grass. PICTURE | Caracal hit by vehicle on Suikerbossie near Llandudno, survives REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, the ranger captioned the post: “The office delivered.” […]

Operators of an illegal gambling spot in Randburg were arrested and over 80 computers were confiscated by JMPD. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) uncovered and shut down an illegal online gambling shop in Newlands, Randburg. HOW JMPD UNCOVERED THE GAMBLING SHOP IN RANDBURG JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla attributed the shutdown to the prompt action by the Johannesburg Metropolitan […]

Cyril Ramaphosa has opted not to challenge the ‘moot’ section 89 report which called for his impeachment over the Phala Phala saga. President Cyril Ramaphosa will no longer challenge the Section 89 report in court, which called for his impeachment over Phala Phala, as Parliament has dealt with the matter. ALSO READ: Ramaphosa more of a ‘country-club […]

Nigeria’s energy supply crisis may soon find a solution in the form of the newly established Dangote petroleum refinery. Nigeria’s new Dangote petroleum refinery is Africa’s biggest – it will produce 650,000 barrels a day, giving it the potential to address the country’s energy supply crisis. Owned by Nigerian industrialist and Africa’s richest man, Aliko […]

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba paid a whopping R12.5 million to the book’s author Prince Mashele – which the publisher didn’t know about. Publishing house Jonathan Ball Publishers has announced it is pulling the plug on ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba’s biography. This follows revelations that Mashaba paid a whopping R12.5 million to its author, political analyst Prince […]

MORE FEATURES FOR SEA POINT PROMENADE A 12-month-long upgrade project is currently underway at the Sea Point Promenade and Granger Bay parking area, which will see new and upgraded walkways, public art, coastal structures and more, reports Tourism Update. ALSO READ: Cholera outbreak: City sends water tankers to Hammanskraal The project began on 12 May and […]

Some players have changed the equation for the Springboks and Jacques Nienaber completely ahead of the Rugby Championship and Rugby World Cup. Some players have changed the equation for the Springboks and Jacques Nienaber completely ahead of the Rugby Championship and Rugby World Cup. MUST READ: NINE SPRINGBOKS AT RISK OF MISSING RUGBY WORLD CUP IN […]

Kaizer Chiefs are ready to part ways with Caleb Bimenyimana after an underwhelming debut campaign with the club. Who’s his replacement? Kaizer Chiefs weren’t delighted with Bonfils-Caleb Bimenyimana’s maiden campaign with the club, and now they’re already looking to replace him with proven PSL quality. ICYMI: Who are the five biggest flops of the 2022-23 PSL […]

Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramakgopa will soon have powers to execute his mandate? Will this help deal with load shedding? Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya has confirmed that an imminent government gazette will outline the powers of Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. Magwenya revealed this during a media briefing on Monday, 22 May. ELECTRICITY MINISTER HAS BEEN […]

Fikile Mbalula boldly claimed that load shedding will be over by the end of 2023 however the Electricity Minister does not think so. Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramakgopa has disputed ANC Secretary General, Fikile Mbalula’s claim that load shedding will be a thing of the past by the end of 2023. Ramokgopa revealed this during his […]

A homeless man was lauded after he saved a family of three and two dogs from their burning two-story apartment. A homeless man in Pheonix, United States of America (USA) was praised for his heroic act when he saved he saved a family of three and their two dogs from a burning building on Thursday, […]

A recent study challenging the importance of physical exercise for brain health and cognition has sparked a scientific debate. The health benefits of physical activity are undeniable. Yet, a recent study based on data published over the past 30 years challenges the famous adage Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy […]