Nicaragua has concluded negotiations on a free trade deal with China, which is due to be signed in August and come into force early next year, Nicaraguan officials said Monday. “We thank God for the good news that we have achieved the substantial conclusion of the negotiations,” Laureano Ortega Murillo, presidential adviser on trade and investment, […]

SuperSport United coach Gavin Hunt has explained the possibility of seeing his keeper George Chigova facing the possibility for early retirement. The South African has gathered that the Zimbabwean keeper has been diagnosed with a heart-related problem and might hang up his gloves. ALSO READ: On loan Mamelodi Sundowns striker speaks about his future However, Hunt […]

The new petrol and diesel prices for August 2023 will take effect from next week. Sadly, the latest numbers from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) don’t paint a pretty picture. Below, the latest projections as received by The South African website from the CEF, effective Monday, 24 July 2023. ALSO READ | REMINDER | Interest rate: How much your bond costs every month […]

Following responding to a 911 call made on Sunday, 23 July, 45-year-old Tafari Campbell, a personal chef to former United States president Barack Obama, has been confirmed dead after he was found near the Obamas’ Massachusetts home in what is said to be a paddle boarding accident, BBC reported. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about […]

The South African Music Awards (SAMAs) organisers have gone back to the drawing board in an attempt to ensure the highly-anticipated event takes places this year as there currently is no sponsor. ALSO READ: ‘They represent a looted SOE’: Zakes Bantwini slams SAMAs SAMAS FAILING TO SECURE A SPONSOR According to Sunday World, the awards show has […]

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be moving from their home in Montecito to Malibu according to a report by Express. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about the impact of trauma FROM MONTECITO TO MALIBU? An insider told Express that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle may be moving from Montecito […]

It is sad and shameful to see both Johannesburg and Pretoria ranking among the most polluted cities on the African continent. SOUTH AFRICAN CITIES Unfortunately, for many Johannesburg and Pretoria residents life in these metropolises is already challenging enough with deteriorating roads, ever-increasing living costs, and worsening crime levels. Increased air pollution is often visible […]

After plenty of previous speculation about the future of Lesedi Kapinga following his departure from Mamelodi Sundowns, it was quite recently reported that Pirates could be monitoring the situation of the midfielder. ALSO READ | More Chiefs players set to be cut from squad – report The Buccaneers have now swooped in to secure his services, with the club […]

Being arrested can be a confusing, scary experience that most people might think would never happen to them. Arrests can happen on suspicion of a crime, but sometimes might also be wrongfully conducted. Here’s what to do if you’ve just been arrested in South Africa, from the arrest to the booking process. ALSO READ: The […]

As the digital nomad lifestyle gains popularity, pet parents share tips for traveling abroad with their dog. Travel influencer Jackie Gendron believes it’s worth it to take your furry friend along and not leave them behind. ALSO READ: The 16 Caribbean countries South Africans can visit visa-free SIMPLE TRAVEL TIPS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG […]

Dai Young has left his role as Director of Rugby at one of the top URC club’s with immediate effect after an investigation into bullying allegations. Young was suspended from his role on April 20 due to the allegations, which he categorically denied. A barrister ruled that there was “insufficient evidence to support the allegations”. […]

One of the enduring talking points since the start of the Springbok season has revolved around whether the national coaches should still be sticking to a strategy of deploying a ‘bomb squad’ of bench players. ALSO READ: What time is kick off for Springboks v Argentina on Saturday? During the last Test against the All Blacks, […]

The City of Ekurhuleni has been set back over R200 000 after its grader was found without its set of tyres and rims recently. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead HOW THE GRADER WAS STOLEN IN THE CITY OF EKURHULENI The Executive Mayor of Ekurhuleni Sivuyile Ngodwana condemned the vandalism and theft […]

Russia said Monday that drone attacks in central Moscow and annexed Crimea could warrant a harsh response, after Ukraine claimed an attack on the capital. ALSO READ: African Union regrets Russia’s suspension of grain cargo deal “We regard what happened as yet another use of terrorist methods and intimidation of the civilian population by the military […]

This viral video from 2019 depicting a police officer testing over the limit on a breathalyser after eating a hot cross bun has found traction again and put the spotlight on the accuracy of the devices. Since the first breathalyser device was developed back in the 1950s the technology has remained largely unchanged. The devices […]

French luxury brand LVMH announced on Monday it will be a “premium sponsor” of the 2024 Paris Olympics. ALSO READ: Oprah Winfrey in South Africa talks about the impact of trauma LVMH becomes the sixth top-tier domestic sponsor, allowing the Olympics organisers to practically reach their sponsorship target of €1.24 billion. DIARISE | When will Banyana Banyana next be […]

A total of 77 people were injured after two buses collided on Kingsway Road near the entrance to the University of Johannesburg on Tuesday morning. BREAKING NEWS- A TOTAL OF 77 PEOPLE WERE INJURED IN A MULTI BUS ACCIDENT According to Emer-G-Med spokesperson Kyle van Reenen, the accident happened at around 08:00 on Tuesday morning. “On arrival […]

Next week, SASSA will begin payment for all eligible beneficiaries starting on Wednesday 2 August with the older person’s grant. Recipients are reminded that they do not need to rush and withdraw the money on day it is available as SASSA would not reverse the money. ALSO READ: Struggling with SASSA? Here’s How to Understand […]

South Africa has persistently high rates of hunger and malnutrition among mothers and children. More than a quarter – 27% – of children under five are stunted and 61% of children are iron-deficient. Sixty-nine percent of women of reproductive age are overweight or obese, and 31% are iron-deficient. These figures paint a worrying picture. They […]

South African rapper and singer, Sjava, celebrated the success of his latest album, ‘Isibuko‘, his 3rd studio album, released on 27 January 2023 and features collaborations with other talented South African artists. ALSO READ: Sjava and Big Zulu: Get tickets to see the Inkabi Zezwe Tour ISIBUKO THE ALBUM The allure of ‘Isibuko’ lies not […]

Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” crushed the Oppenheimer at last weekend’s box office to top the box office spot with a massive $162 million in ticket sales from American theaters. The film has captured the imagination of millions of Barbie-lovers around the world and has lived up to the hype. ALSO READ: Jason Momoa steals the show in […]

Tensions ran high at the University of Cape Town on Monday evening as supporters of gay rights confronted members of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) ahead of a lecture by Kenyan professor Patrick Lumumba. Lumumba, who has been reported as supporting the repression of gay people in Uganda, was invited by the EFF for the […]

Former PRASA chairperson and member of parliament, Sfiso Buthelezi, is threatening to sue Zackie Achmat, director of commuter activist group #UniteBehind, for defamation. This after Achmat made statements during a radio interview in which he accused Buthelezi of corruption during his time at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA). Zackie Achmat and #UniteBehind are refusing […]

Having to let your dog out and back in again quickly can be bothersome. It’s even worse when you have to take them for a walk just for a short pee. However, don’t make your dog hold it in for too long. It can lead to accidents in the house and make them unwell. Typically, […]

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 […]