Air Belgium today announced its new flight programme from Belgium to South Africa and Mauritius for the upcoming 2024 summer season. It’s great news for South Africans in Europe who’d like to head home for the Christmas holidays! Between March and October next year, the Belgian airline will be operating: 2 weekly frequencies (Wednesday and […]

South African foodie Rany Jo recently returned from a fabulous food-discovery trip to Spain with a major realisation: South Africa’s local food, including its Asian offering, is far better than we realise! As she embarked on her return flight from Barcelona International Airport to Johannesburg, Gauteng, Rany wrote on social media: ”Heading home sweet home. […]

As the globe gears up for the annual Nelson Mandela International Day on 18 July 2023, the City of Cape Town’s librarians will celebrate the day by taking part in storytelling sessions, to spread joy to their communities. South Africans and the global community honour South Africa’s late former President and international icon, Nelson Mandela, […]

Nkanyiso and Yana Dzedze celebrate five years of marriage and reflect on their journey together in a sweet Instagram post on 13 July. ALSO READ: Revealed: DJ Zinhle tells a secret that keeps her marriage with Murdah Bongz South Africa’s entertainment industry power couple, Nkanyiso Dzedze and his wife, Yana Dzedze, celebrated a significant milestone […]

An adorable three-year-old’s smile has captured the hearts of South Africans everywhere. Little Lethukukhanya Mjaji, with her sunny smile, was photographed by her uncle, Lungisa Mjaji (26)… and the photos have gone viral, even inspiring artists to paint her! Lungisa, who grew up in KZN, says he is a commercial photography student at Tshwane University […]

The I Love Coffee shop in Cape Town revealed on their Facebook account that they received a R10 000 tip when staffers from Libra Walk Essential Services popped in for a cup of coffee. ALSO READ:Patron spends R182 500 on alcohol, tips waiter R21 900 [PHOTO] PATRONS TIP R10 000 The Cape Town Coffee shop thanked the patrons for […]

Eskom has confirmed that Stage 6 load shedding will continue over the weekend – and will be in effect indefinitely. The power utility said in a tweet that increased demand and the depletion of emergency reserves necessitated the move. VIRAL | Cheapest groceries in South Africa: Checkers v Pick n Pay v Woolworths – and more “The increase in the demand […]

Showmax’s Mommy Club released a new episode, causing a social media frenzy around Mpumi’ Mrs Mops’ Mophatlane and Tshego Manche, with Twitter users sharing their thoughts on the lack of authenticity in the show. ALSO READ: ‘The Mommy Club’ serves opulence and motherhood on Showmax MOMMY CLUB: BRING ON THE DRAMA! Showmax’s hit series, Mommy […]

A teenager was saved from rip currents in Ballito on Wednesday, 12 July, thanks in part to a pink buoy and a very kind Good Samaritan. Four teens had been enjoying the surf on boards when it appears they were threatened by rip currents, according to the NSRI. Three of the teenagers managed to get […]

SOUTH AFRICA AND CAPE TOWN TOP THE LIST We always knew South Africa was a gem, with its abundant beauty, natural delights, friendly people and cultural and historic significance, but now almost 30 000 readers of The Telegraph newspaper have voted South Africa as their favourite country in the world to visit, with Cape Town also featuring as […]

South African-born comedian Trevor Noah, received his final Emmy nomination for his work on The Daily Show on Wednesday, 12 July. ALSO READ: ‘Baby daddy’: Female fans thirst over Trevor Noah post [photos] In a surprising turn of events, South African comedian Trevor Noah has secured what will be his last shot at Emmy glory for his […]

Lungisani Mjaji, the photographer who captured the beautiful three-year-old girl who has stolen the hearts of South Africans with her infectious smile, says he is hoping to work with Tiger Brands bread company, Albany Bakeries. The little girl from rural KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) – whose name is Lethukukhanya Mjaji – has gone viral on social media […]

Matthew Sledge, a 51-year-old resident of Kensington, Johannesburg, is gearing up for an extraordinary challenge at the upcoming Mandela Day Houghton 10km run on July 16th. This year’s event holds immense significance as it marks the 10th anniversary of the passing of the revered leader, Nelson Mandela. Driven by his unwavering enthusiasm to support the […]

South Africa has been named the Greatest Country on Earth by over 30,000 travel enthusiasts! Although South Africans have always known that (!), for the last ten years in a row New Zealand had won that accolade, with most tourists wanting to travel there. But now it’s SA’s turn to shine in the sun. The […]

The father of stand-in Springboks captain Eben Etzebeth has died, four days before his son is due to lead his country against New Zealand. MUST FOLLOW | LIVE BLOG: All Blacks v Springboks – Saturday, 15 July 2023 Lock Etzebeth is standing in as skipper because flanker Siya Kolisi is injured and will not be available to […]

ADVENTURE GUARANTEED ON THE KZN SOUTH COAST Those looking for adventure in the KZN South Coast region can now look forward to a new adventure tour package from the KZN South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). Called ‘the Nyandezulu Experience’, the tour package includes a guided tour of the Nyandezulu rural area, which is an area […]

South African media personality Khanyi Mbau is set to host the highly anticipated second annual Basadi In Music awards, scheduled to take place on 12 August at the glamorous Joburg Theatre. This prestigious event, aims to recognize and honor the achievements of women in the music industry. Khanyi will take on the role of host, […]

Nick Koster, who was born in Robertson, came through the Western Province rugby rankings, having made the WP Craven Week side in 2006 and 2007 when he was captain. He was also called up to feature for the South Africa Schools in both 2006 and 2007. The talented loose forward would go on to make […]

English club Bath have passed on its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Nick Koster, following confirmation of his death at the age of 34. ALSO READ: RIP — Former Stormers star Nick Koster passes away at age of 34 WHO WAS NICK KOSTER? Nick Koster, who was arguable one of the greatest schoolboy talents the […]

When 12-year-old singer Niamh Beatrix Smith had to leave South Africa behind to move to Ireland four years ago, she found common ground in music – a sentiment made clear by her growing success abroad since the big move. Now the rising Wicklow star is handing the mic to Make-a-Wish Ireland with the launch of […]

Cape Town will see its first direct connection to South America in over a decade, as South African Airways is set to launch its first intercontinental flights since the Covid -19 lockdown. The new direct and first flight service between Cape Town and São Paulo in Brazil will be reinstated on October 31, 2023. According to […]

Uber-talented South African artist Nicola Roos has just enjoyed a successful solo exhibition in Los Angeles, USA… leaving an indelible mark on the American art scene. The proud Curro Durbanville alumni’s fascinating artwork was on display at her exhibition – ‘A Taste of Salt’ – which was recently presented at the Simchowitz Art Gallery in Downtown […]

Springbok legend Frans Steyn has announced his retirement from rugby with immediate effect at the age of 36. ALSO READ | Who will referee the All Blacks v Springboks Test? Steyn, who was Springbok #783, made his debut against Ireland at Lansdowne Road in Dublin on 11 November 2006. MUST READ | Springboks: Introducing the new Bomb squad! He […]

The Government of Ireland has invited South Africans interested in pursuing a Master’s degree in Ireland to apply for the Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme to study at Ireland’s world-renowned higher education institutions. The Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme is a flagship programme of the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa offered to South African students. The […]

Whistleblowing techniques have been transformed into a valuable product that can be sold and purchased…. writes Godfrey Sigwela. That means the art of whistleblowing has become a sophisticated information technology tool which everyone should learn and understand. Definitely, whistleblowing copies would sell like hot cakes as it seems everyone would like to explore what constitutes the […]