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AARTO: South Africans have their say on traffic demerit system

By SAPeople 21-07-23 15:51

The Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) has been greenlit after the Constitutional Court ruled that the legislation governing the new demerit system is valid. In November 2022 a Pretoria High Court judgment ruled Aarto legislation was invalid and unconstitutional. However, the latest ruling means lawless motorists will be subject to a points system […]

Tony Bennett

US crooner Tony Bennett dies aged 96

By AFP 21-07-23 15:45

Tony Bennett, the last in a generation of classic American crooners whose ceaselessly cheery spirit bridged generations to make him a hitmaker across seven decades, died on Friday in New York. He was 96. Raised in an era when big bands defined US pop music, Bennett achieved an improbable second act when he started winning over young […]

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WATCH – Cuteness overload: Funny pet video of the day

By Lisa Greyson 21-07-23 15:33

While our pets bring us great joy and company, their ability to make us laugh makes them even more special. And that’s just one of the reasons why we see so many viral pet videos. Take a seat, unwind, and enjoy this cute pet video. ALSO READ: Home Pet Videos and Pictures Submissions: JULY EDITION THE FUNNIEST PET VIDEOS COMPILATION YOU’LL WATCH TODAY Today’s […]

Ariana Grande

Is Ariana Grande a serial cheater?

By Wanique Block 21-07-23 15:23

In a new video shared to TikTok, American pop-star Ariana Grande is accused of being a serial cheater and homewrecker following the singers newly announced separation from her husband Dalton Gomez. ALSO READ: Ariana Grande divorce: Reason behind separation revealed ARIANA GRANDE SEPERATED AFTER TWO YEARS OF MARRIAGE Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez tied the knot […]

Egyptian researcher Zaki released after president’s pardon

By AFP 21-07-23 15:13

Egyptian researcher Patrick Zaki and lawyer Mohamed al-Baqer walked out of prison Thursday 20 July 2023, relatives said, a day after President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi pardoned them in the wake of an international outcry. Zaki was sentenced to three years in prison on Tuesday for “spreading false news”, prompting some participants to walk out of […]

Andre Onana

Manchester United reveal David de Gea’s replacement

By Mariette Adams 21-07-23 15:21

Manchester United have announced the signing of Cameroonian goalkeeper Andre Onana on a five-year contract, with the option of a further year, subject to international clearance. REVEALED: Manchester United name new captain The 27-year-old Cameroonian goalkeeper joins Manchester United, from Italian giants Inter Milan, on a contract running until June 2028. Onana has kept 104 clean […]

Algeria Sahara region

Israel condemned by Algeria for supporting Morocco over Sahara region

By AFP 21-07-23 14:57

Algeria on Thursday 20 July 2023 denounced Israel’s backing of Morocco’s “claimed sovereignty” over the disputed Western Sahara region as a “flagrant violation” of international law. The Western Sahara conflict pits Morocco against Sahrawi separatists of the Algiers-backed Polisario Front. The dispute dates back to 1975, when colonial ruler Spain withdrew from the territory, sparking […]

Junior Springboks to tackle new U20 Championship

By SAPeople 21-07-23 14:53

KICK-OFF: JUNIOR SPRINGBOKS GEAR UP FOR U20 CHAMPIONSHIP South Africa’s rugby pride, the Junior Springboks, are all set for a thrilling new challenge – the U20 Championship, announced for 2024 by SANZAAR. This annual championship is a big deal and an exciting prospect for our boys! ALSO READ: Springbok legend joins Bulls coaching ranks A NEW […]

Annual Cape 1000

Annual Cape 1000 2024 entries are now open – but limited

By Gary Dunn 21-07-23 14:41

What has fast become known as South Africa’s most beautiful drive, the Cape 1000 is set to return next March for four days of open road indulgence. “We are excited to announce that the next annual Cape 1000 brought to you by Private Clients by Old Mutual Wealth will run from 10 to 15 March […]

Trial in court

Chinese man to leave Malawi after serving sentence over racism

By AFP 21-07-23 14:30

A Malawian court on Thursday 20 July 2023 convicted a Chinese national accused of racism and exploiting children in relation to a series of online videos and ordered him to leave the country. ALSO READ: Chinese nationals arrested in Crackdown on crypto mining HE WAS GIVEN A WEEK TO LEAVE MALAWI A judge in the African […]

Zandie Khumalo

Zandie denies Senzo was killed separating a fight between her and Longwe

By Nokwanda Ncwane 21-07-23 14:26

Singer and State witness Zandie Khumalo has denied that former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa was shot and wounded while trying to separate a fight between her and then boyfriend Longwe Twala. Khumalo is under cross-examination at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. ZANDIE KHUMALO DENIES FIGHT BETWEEN HER AND LONGWE TWALA Meyiwa was shot dead […]

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Hungarian Grand Prix: What time does it start on Sunday, 23 July?

By Garrin Lambley 21-07-23 14:19

The 2023 Formula One season is well under way with 10 (of 22) races now in the record books following the most recent British Grand Prix. ALSO READ | Formula One: Every world champion to date And the exciting news is that race fans don’t have long to wait for the 11th race in the 2023 season with the Hungarian Grand […]

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SA government: More nations have applied to join BRICS bloc

By Mimi Mfundisi 21-07-23 13:59

The government of South Africa has revealed that more nations have applied to become part of the BRICS bloc. Anil Sooklal, South Africa’s ambassador at large for Asia and BRICS, said this to the media ahead of the BRICS summit in August. ALSO READ: Namibian parliament approves anti-gay law despite court ruling Sooklal said that 22 […]

SASSA old age pensioners

Reminder: When you can collect your SASSA grant in August

By Aphiwe Ngwenya 21-07-23 13:55

The South African Social Security Agency(SASSA) released all the payment dates for the 2023/24 financial year. Beneficiaries are reminded that grants do not need to be withdrawn on the day they are paid out nor will the beneficiaries forfeit their money if it is not taken out. SASSA. SASSA GRANT PAYOUT DATES Beneficiaries can withdraw […]

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Fuel price update: No good news for August petrol and diesel prices

By Garrin Lambley 21-07-23 13:46

We are now under a fortnight away from the new petrol and diesel prices for August 2023 taking effect. 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 Thursday, 20 July 2023. ALSO READ | Reminder: Gauteng online school admission applications for […]

Lorraine Moropa

‘The Queen’ star Lorraine Moropa to play Mandoza’s wife in upcoming biopic

By Rae Seleme 21-07-23 13:32

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 […]

Rushine de Reuck

Sundowns update: Defender left behind, doubtful for start of season

By Ernest Makhaya 21-07-23 13:12

Mamelodi Sundowns are in the Netherlands for their pre-season camp where they will play FOUR high-profile friendly matches. ALSO READ | MAMELODI SUNDOWNS TO PLAY FOUR MATCHES IN THE NETHERLANDS However, they will have to play those matches without defender Rushine de Reuck who was forced to remain behind due to a knee injury. According to Sundowns coach Rhulani Mokwena, De […]

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Prison Journalism: My incarceration

By Thabo Mthembu 28-07-23 15:24

For nine months of my life, I was free, A period known as lying in my mother’s womb. As for birth, it was a period lived without seeing the truth. It would come to be, only incarcerated I found my truth. I was lucky to find myself locked up as an adult rather than in […]

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Reminder: Gauteng online school admission applications for 2024 close TODAY

By Nokwanda Ncwane 21-07-23 12:51

The Gauteng Department of Education has reminded parents and guardians that the online admission applications for the 2024 academic year will close on Friday, 21 July at midnight. The applications opened on 15 June and were supposed to close on 14 July but were then extended. GAUTENG ONLINE ADMISSION APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON FRIDAY As previously reported by The […]

Supa Team 4

Netflix debuts first original African animated series ‘Supa Team 4’

By AFP 21-07-23 12:40

Netflix’s first original African animated series premiered on Thursday in a debut its creator said she hoped would pave the way for more productions from the continent. ALSO READ: ‘Supa Team 4’: Tailer for Netflix’s first African animation Series Set in a futuristic version of Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, “Supa Team 4” tells the story of four […]

SA women's water polo

Swimming schedule for World Aquatics Championships

By Garrin Lambley 21-07-23 12:27

Swimming at the 2023 World Aquatics Championships will be held from 23-30 July at the Marine Messe Fukuoka in Japan. A total of 42 events will be held across the eight days of racing. ALSO READ | SA men’s water polo side suffers another loss at World Aquatics Championships South Africa has sent a team of 11 swimmers to the championships, namely: Aimee […]

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BREAKING: ANOTHER gas explosion reported in Kempton Park

By Nokwanda Ncwane 21-07-23 12:19

Emergency services are responding to a gas explosion in Chloorkop in Kempton Park, Gauteng. This is believed to be a hydrogen explosion and is the third within two days in Gauteng. ALSO READ: Another cash-in-transit truck bombed last night in the same vicinity ANOTHER GAS EXPLOSION IN GAUTENG According to emergency services the explosion happened […]

Senzo Meyiwa trial

Senzo Meyiwa trial: Four ‘mysterious’ deaths in investigation

By Megan van den Heever 21-07-23 12:09

Rumours are swirling about the “mysterious” death of another witness in the Senzo Meyiwa trial –  Lesley Ngcatshe – a neighbour of the family home belonging to the former’s girlfriend Kelly Khumalo. The news was announced during the Gauteng High Court court proceedings on Thursday, 20 July. Five men are on trial for the suspected […]

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