On a cold Sunday afternoon in Diepkloof, a hall filled with proud parents, grandparents and friends applauded and cheered as young Sowetan musicians performed classical music by JS Bach and Joseph Bologne. Bologne, a black 18th-century musician from Guadeloupe, is widely acclaimed as a composer of classical music. The free concert by the Buskaid Soweto […]

Africa’s first-ever Netball World Cup has grounded its feet in the Mother City. All 16 competing nations officially touch down in Cape Town and start preparations for the first centre pass, which takes place on 28 July 2023 at CTICC. Excitement is mounting as Africa’s first Netball World Cup is officially a couple of days […]

Global sports company Puma on Monday launched a United Warriors pop-up store for the duration of the 2023 Netball World Cup in Cape Town. ALSO READ: Proteas skipper Msomi bags personalised shoes from PUMA Puma South Africa is the official kit supplier for Netball South Africa in the Netball World Cup and in March this year […]

Mixed-martial arts fighter Dricus du Plessis has thanked God and South Africans for standing in his corner following a tough few weeks. This follows his UFC 290 victory and his clash with rival Israel Adesanya. Earlier this month, the Pretoria-born fighter won a crucial match against his opponent Robert Whittaker in Las Vegas. Dricus is […]

South African video creator and YouTube star Josh Pieters, and his British mate Archie Manners, have just pranked one of the most unpopular groups in the UK, Just Stop Oil. The protest group, which was founded early last year, is on a mission to stop oil BUT while their disruptive tactics may create headlines, they’re […]

BABANANGO GETS THE BIG 5 After many years of rewilding and significant efforts, KwaZulu-Natal’s Babanango Game Reserve has attained full Big 5 status, and is now home to lion, rhino, buffalo, leopard and elephant, among many other species. ALSO READ: Zululand treasures: Three things you shouldn’t miss According to Tourism Update, a small breeding herd of seven […]

South African athlete Wayde van Niekerk keeps on flying… despite airline cancellations and delays! The 31-year old remains undefeated in 2023 as he triumphed in the 400m event at the London Diamond League athletics meet on Sunday. But he almost didn’t make it, when a delayed flight meant he arrived late at Heathrow Airport and […]

COMIC CON IS BACK The Ultimate Pop Culture and Gaming Festival in Africa, Comic Con, is heading back to Johannesburg this year. Visitors can get stuck into the latest and best merch, gaming, art, comics, tech, film and food, with celebrity guests, actors, comic book artists, cosplayers and industry insiders. This is also the first […]

EWN reports that talented actress Lorraine Moropa has scored the role of Mandoza’s wife Mpho Tshabalala in the upcoming biopic Nkalakatha: The Life of Mandoza. She will star alongside Uzalo star Wiseman Mncube, who will play the role of the late kwaito star. ALSO READ: Wiseman Mncube as Mandoza: first look [photos] LORRAINE MOROPA: LATEST ROLE The former The Queen actress Lorraine Moropa […]

The Bulls have announced that a Springboks and Stormers legend has joined the union in the capacity of assistant coach until June 2026. The Bulls on Thursday confirmed that 29-Test lock and ex-Kobe Steelers coach, Andries Bekker, has signed a long-term coaching deal with the Pretoria outfit from next season. ALSO READ: Springboks — To Bomb Squad or […]

eSwatini actor Richard E Grant has paid tribute to his mother in a raw and honest video posted on Twitter. The 66-year-old, who studied at the University of Cape Town, described the video-message as “complicated gratitude to my Mother, who died (yesterday) morning at the age of 93, for giving me the Gift of Life”. […]

Nigerian Afrobeats artist Temilade Openiyi popularly known as Tems will be performing in South Africa at the DSTV delicious festival on the 23 September 2023. A DELICIOUS LINE-UP The lifestyle festival has announced that Tems will be co-headlining the festival with American musician Maxwell, American pianist Robert Glasper and South Africa’s very own Grammy winning […]

There is finally hopeful news that Charlie, a popular bull elephant at Pretoria National Zoological Garden, could finally be retired and allowed to live out his remaining years enjoying the freedom he deserves. The EMS Foundation and Shambala Private Game Reserve have publicly announced a generous offer to fund the expertise required to guide and […]

Edinburgh has announced the appointment of experienced South African coach Sean Everitt for upcoming 2023/24 season, on an initial one-year deal, subject to visa. Everitt was sacked as Sharks head coach in November last year before joining the Bulls franchise to form part of its Currie Cup set-up on a short-term deal which ran from […]

Celebrating Nelson Mandela Day, multi-billionaire Bill Gates told the world how the late president inspired him. Nelson Mandela is one of the most prominent South Africans, and most people consider him the national father. ALSO READ: Nelson Mandela Day: Two new statues of Madiba to be unveiled He worked tirelessly until his last day to see democracy […]

Acclaimed creative director Melusi Mhlungu, announced the launch of his new creative agency, We Are Bizarre, in South Africa to break the mould and redefine what it means to captivate an audience. ALSO READ: The gap in the grape: Sending creative work to Cape Town from the UK MELUSI HAS A GREAT TRACK RECORD With […]

After years of demand from vegan consumers, Swiss chocolatiers, Lindt, have used their signature skill and passion to craft a selection of luxurious, vegan chocolates… which is now available in South Africa where a demand for vegan options is steadily increasing. Lindt say they took their inspiration from traditional Lindt chocolate recipes and combined premium […]

SASSA is responsible for distributing EIGHT grants and allowances to disadvantaged people who require financial assistance in South Africa. ALSO READ | What are the capital cities of South Africa’s 9 provinces? SASSA beneficiaries can receive their SASSA payments from selected supermarkets, such as Pick n Pay, Boxer, USave merchants, Checkers and Shoprite, and obtain this […]

Highly acclaimed Afro-soul/R&B singer and songwriter, Preston Sihlangu, gears up to captivate audiences at the opening of the Netball World Cup, which will be held on 28 July. ALSO READ: Khosi Twala to host prestigious awards: ‘I am truly honoured’ Sihlangu’s magnetic stage presence and soulful voice have earned him a legion of fans, and […]

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa joined learners in Qunu who were part of national and continental Mandela Day coding tournaments. There were around 70 sites across all nine provinces, as well as other African countries, with over 10,000 learners participating. The national event was organised by Tangible Africa, a partnership between Nelson Mandela University and […]

ACSA’S PLANS FOR SA AIRPORTS South Africa’s airports are set to see some technological changes in the near future, after Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) announced their plans to digitalise passenger experience at airports. ALSO READ: Airlink to launch new Johannesburg-Nairobi flights According to Travel News, ACSA Chief Information Officer, Mthokozisi Mncwabe, said that the need to change ACSA’s […]

South African musician turned “hustler” DJ Sbu — real name Sbusiso Leope — has just become one of the country’s most inspirational people. This after he headed online to share some wonderful news with his supporters — his energy drink Mofaya will now be sold inside giant retailer Shoprite. In a heartwarming post, Sbu revealed […]

Seasoned presenter Zuraida Jardine has finally made her highly-anticipated return to the small screen as the brand-new host of S3’s popular lifestyle show Afternoon Express from Tuesday, 18 July 2023. ALSO READ: TV host Ntandose Mosibi joins ‘Crown Chasers’ as guest judge ZURAIDA JARDINE MAKES SMALL-SCREEN COMEBACK Zuraida will bring her unique perspective, charisma, and passion for health […]

Nelson Mandela was never a prophet of doom. He predicted the future of South Africa… writes Godfrey Sigwela. Even when he was still in jail, he knew and had a hope that South Africa would be free one day. Forgiveness, peace and a free democratic society were included in his vision. But on the other […]

Painting an animal clinic in a township, passing down knitting skills, soup kitchens and medical students volunteering services to the elderly are just some of the ways South Africans marked Mandela Day. GroundUp attended a few events in Cape Town and Durban. Cape Town Charity organisation Ladles of Love hosted a variety of crafts activities. Volunteers […]