Eskom workers demand a 12% salary increase and other benefits as stage 8 load shedding looms in the country. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) has rejected Eskom’s revised salary hike of 4.5% – up from its original offer of 3.75%. ALSO READ: EThekwini suspends loadshedding for a day ESKOM WORKERS DEMAND 12% […]

Sporadic artillery fire still echoed in Sudan’s capital Tuesday may 23rd but residents said fighting had calmed. Sporadic artillery fire still echoed in Sudan’s capital Tuesday may 23rd but residents said fighting had calmed following a US and Saudi-brokered ceasefire, raising faint hopes in the embattled city. In the sixth week of the war, witnesses […]

Entrepreneur TT Mbha pulled on his Instagram followers’ heartstrings in a viral video where he’s seen gifting his daughter a period hamper. South African entrepreneur Thato ‘TT’ Mbha was praised abundantly on Instagram after he shared a cute video on Tuesday evening, 23 May, showing him gifting his 11-year-old daughter with a “happy pack” after learning […]

In his interview with the BBC, Julius Malema warned that there would be anarchy and looting should the grid collapse. Economics Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema has warned that there will be a revolution in South Africa should the grid collapse in an interview with the BBC’s Stephen Sackur on HARDtalk. Eskom is currently implementing […]

How John Dobson turned an unsettled Stormers squad in disarray into a group of perennial winners. John Dobson takes great pride that it has taken close to 60 players to get the Stormers to a second successive Vodacom URC Grand Final. ALSO READ: Everything match-going fans need to know He is even more delighted that the […]

Pitso Mosimane is once again the man of the moment after winning the title with Al-Ahli Saudi FC. Here’s a message from Gavin Hunt. What a winner this man is. Pitso Mosimane is a Saudi Arabian Division 1 champion after leading Al-Ahli Saudi FC to the title on Tuesday. ALSO READ: Chiefs to sign powerful PSL […]

The days of enjoying uninterrupted electricity supply are about to become a thing of the past for eThekwini residents. eThekwini municipality has suspended loadshedding for the day (May 24) as prepares to launch a new loadshedding schedule for the city on Thursday 25 May. The change in schedules comes after discussions between the City and […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 24 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 Wednesday, 24 […]

Are you ready for the 24 May 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 […]

World famous South African soprano Pretty Yende, who recently performed at King Charles III’s coronation, has been appointed a WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts and Health. The World Health Organisation said it was “delighted” to announce the appointment of the internationally acclaimed artist along with that of American soprano Renée Fleming. This prestigious announcement was […]

ANC’s secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula said the Russian President, Vladimir Putin is welcomed in South Africa as part and parcel of BRICS. African National Congress (ANC) secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula said South Africa will welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin as part and parcel of BRICS. Mbalula made these remarks during an interview with BBC anchor, Stephen Sackur. […]

Black Coffee’s penthouse is an extravagant voguish double-story suite and makes up the most impressive feat of the Hallmark House building. The Black Coffee Penthouse is one of the most expensive suites at the Hallmark House Hotel. The hotel charges R25 000 a night for the two-bedroomed penthouse. The Citizen has it that DJ Black Coffee owns the R6 […]

The KZN Department of Transport could soon follow in the footsteps of Gauteng and others regarding motor vehicle licence plates. The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport, Community Safety and Liaison is in the process of introducing new provincial licence plates for motor vehicles. MEC Sipho Hlomuka revealed this on Tuesday, 24 May during the inspection of temporary […]

All the do’s and don’ts match-goers need to know about Saturday’s URC Grand Final in Cape Town. The Stormers take on Irish side Munster in the Vodacom URC Grand Final at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday. Here is all you need to know ahead of the showpiece match. ALSO READ: Over 1.6m fans help to smash […]

Kaizer Chiefs are a team that needs to make a whole host of changes in the attacking areas of the pitch, having been blunt all of last season. Kaizer Chiefs are a team that needs to make a whole host of changes in the attacking areas of the pitch, having been blunt all of last […]

It is understood that the municipal vehicles were confiscated by EMPD when it was discovered that they are being used to transport children. Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) has cut the cord in the madcap use of municipal vehicles by Council employees. READ MORE: JMPD shuts down illegal gambling spot in Randburg EMPD FOLLOWS TIP-OFF […]

Amidst the ongoing civil war in Sudan, questions about effective mediation and the choice of mediator have become paramount. Questions about who mediates in a conflict – and when – are crucial. Mediation is about trust, an awareness of regional realities and insights into complex politics. It should happen before conflict reaches a mutually damaging […]

REMINDER: Gauteng Province is still recruiting unemployed youth to work in the energy space, installing solar panels. Gauteng province is still recruiting unemployed youth within the province to be trained as installers of solar panels. A monthly spend of between R4 500 and R7 000 will be given for the duration of training. Applications opened […]

Check out this video of the Springbok legend Bakkies Botha showing off his dance moves at a rugby event this week. WATCH: Eben and Bakkies kiss and make up, plan to go for beers Bakkies Botha is synonymous with Springbok rugby and South African rugby as a whole. By the time Bakkies retired, he was one of the […]

Despite Eskom’s increased wage offer of 4.5%, unions, including NUM, Numsa and Solidarity, remain resolute in their demands for higher increases. Eskom increased its wage increase offer on Tuesday, 23 May. However, it is far from the demands put forward by unions. READ: Cholera outbreak: Death toll rises to 17 UNIONS STAND FIRM ON DEMANDS FOR […]

South African restaurants have proven time and time again that they’ve got what it takes to stand up against some of the best in the world. And according to TripAdvisor’s annual Travelers’ Choice awards, three of South Africa’s very best have have taken Top 10 spots on the ‘Best of the Best Restaurants in Africa‘ list. And they are all […]

Inflation in South Africa in April dropped to the lowest level in almost a year although food prices remained obstinately high, the national statistics agency StatsSA said on Wednesday. PICTURES | Netball World Cup 2023 trophy begins journey to South Africa Annual consumer inflation slowed to 6.8 percent last month, down from 7.1 percent in March. “This is the lowest […]

South African restaurants have proven time and time again that they’ve got what it takes to stand up against some of the best in the world. And according to TripAdvisor’s annual Travelers’ Choice awards, three of South Africa’s very best have have taken spots on the ‘Best of the Best Restaurants in Africa‘ list. The list awards restaurants […]

Many of us have heard the catchphrase “The 7 Wonders of the World” but not everyone knows what they are. Do you know what makes up the 7 Natural Wonders of the World? Let’s take a quick look at them. NATURAL WONDERS LIST Several lists have been compiled by organizations, travel writers, marketers and others […]

The only French referee among the 12 officials selected by World Rugby, Mathieu Raynal will be looking to fly under the radar during Rugby World Cup 2023. ALSO READ: Rugby World Cup: Youngest try scorers by position – WATCH MATHIEU RAYNAL Born in 1981, Mathieu Raynal hails from Perpignan in southern France. He peaked as a player […]