Eben Etzebeth has decided to fulfil his role as Springboks captain and play against the All Blacks in the Rugby Championship in Auckland on Saturday despite the death of his father. Etzebeth’s father passed away on Tuesday, casting doubt on whether he would play in the Rugby Championship showdown or return home to support his […]

The Constitutional Court dismissed a bid to overturn the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) ‘s ruling that former President Jacob Zuma must return to prison. DOES THIS MEAN JACOB ZUMA WILL GO BACK TO JAIL? In the ruling handed down on Thursday, the apex court found the department’s appeal bore no reasonable prospect of success […]

Have you wondered what the top FOUR vehicles targeted in South Africa NOW are? THESE ARE THE TOP FOUR VEHICLES THAT ARE TARGETED BY CRIMINALS IN SA According to a report by FANews, tracking companies criminals are using sophisticated technology to adapt to new technologies, using programmers to counteract cars with keyless entry or emergency start […]

On Saturday, the Springboks and All Blacks will renew their rivalry as they go head-to-head in the Rugby Championship. TheSouthAfrican has now learned that the South African anthem singer on Saturday will be Keshia Paulse. Paulse, who took part in the New Zealand Idol singing show, has a bio that reads as follows: “Keshia is inspired by R&B, Soul […]

A protester was apprehended for torching a truck after disgruntled residents of two informal settlements went on a rampage over issues of service delivery in Gqeberha. INFORMAL SETTLEMENT DWELLERS ROCK THE STREETS On Wednesday evening 12 July 2023, disgruntled residents from Nomakanjane and Ramaphosa informal settlements blockaded the M17 Addo Road and started stoning trucks. […]

Earlier this week it was tragically confirmed that Eben Etzebeth’s father, Harry, had passed away after a long battle with cancer. A decision on whether the Bok lock would continue to play against the All Blacks this weekend, or return home, was left with him, with Springbok management affording him the time he needs to make […]

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 […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Thursday, 13 July 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 Thursday, 13 […]

Trevor Noah may be a certified billionaire, but that doesn’t stop him from jet setting – in economy! Shortly after news of his Emmy nomination, the South African comedian – who is based in the US – shared a selfie of him inside a packed airplane. TREVOR NOAH CELEBRATES EMMY NOMINATION IN ECONOMY CLASS Just […]

On Tuesday 11 July, an American jury found that a handwritten document by Aretha Franklin found in the cushions of her couch after her death in 2018 as valid. ALSO READ: Aretha Franklin’s granddaughter Grace steals the show on ‘American Idol’ WILL TURNS BROTHERS AGAINST ONE ANOTHER When Aretha Franklin died five years ago at 76 […]

Following their impressive run in the Nedbank Cup, Dondol Stars are reaping the rewards with their midfielder having joined Sekhukhune United. ALSO READ | STELLENBOSCH FC SIGN ORLANDO PIRATES HEARTBREAKER On Thursday, Dondol Stars announced Thabang Mnyembane‘s transfer to the DStv Premiership outfit with immediate effect. Mnyembane is a central midfielder who shone during the team’s run in the Nedbank […]

South Africans have been exposed to loadshedding for an unprecedented number of days in 2023 and were hit with stage 6 blackouts this week. On Wednesday, 11 July Eskom upped the stages from four to six the Mail & Guardian reported. ALSO READ: GET TO KNOW YOUR Loadshedding one stage at a time 2023 HAS SET RECORDS FOR […]

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 […]

The United Nations on Wednesday, 12 July 2023 said nearly three months of war in Sudan had uprooted more than three million people and called for the warring sides to face “accountability”. Britain said it was taking action. It announced sanctions on businesses it said were associated with Sudanese military groups on both sides of […]

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 […]

A multidisciplinary team assigned with investigating the attacks and burning of trucks made a breakthrough when they arrested two suspects in Mpumalanga. The two men aged 27 and 29 were arrested at their place of residence on Thursday, 13 July. SUSPECTS ARRESTED IN CONNECTION WITH ATTACKS ON TRUCKS South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda […]

The winner of next week’s Open Championship will receive a record $3 million (R54 million) in prize money, the R&A has announced. ALSO READ: Explained: Louis Oosthuizen may never play the Masters again By way of contrast, Australia’s Cameron Smith took home $2.5 million for winning last year’s Open. The total prize fund for the 151st Open at Royal Liverpool from July 20-23 will be $16.5 million (R300 […]

Jacques Nienaber will be naming his 33-man Rugby World Cup 2023 squad soon. Here is the full list of players who will DEFINITELY be there if they are fit. MUST READ: SPRINGBOKS: SEVEN CHANGES TO EXPECT BEFORE THE RUGBY WORLD CUP Barring any unforeseen injuries, we take a look at 26 players who will definitely be in […]

The United States has struck dozens of deals worth $5.7 billion with African nations since President Joe Biden pledged to go “all in” on the continent, a business gathering in Botswana heard Wednesday 12 July 2023. The 75 new agreements signed since December include financing for solar projects in Angola and the facilitation of export […]

Behind closed doors however, it was a more disruptive environment saddled with depression, alcoholism and drug usage to self-medicate from unresolved childhood issues stemming from abuse, abandonment and identity crisis. I was raised by my maternal grandmother from the age of three in a predominately white but diverse neighborhood which stunted my Black education and Black identity. Coming […]

Life just became a lot easier with the lifehack series from SA People. A new lifehack every day of the week – don’t miss it! WATCH | Try drinking raw egg on an empty stomach and this will happen [Video] The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks. Be it trying out viral food recipes […]

See which five countries in Asia South African passport holders can visit without needing visas for tourist stays. The South African passport is certainly not the best passport in the world. South Africans are quite restricted with regard to global mobility compared with passports of other countries. That said, there are some exciting and inspiring […]

The head of the South African Local Government Association in KwaZulu-Natal Thami Ntuli has said that the illiteracy of councillors does not automatically equate to failure in providing services for their communities. This was in response to a skills audit report by the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in KZN which revealed that 298 out of […]