Frog breeds that make the best pets

By Lisa Greyson 04-07-23 12:19

Frogs are becoming more and more popular as pets due to the wide range of available varieties. They inhabit diverse environments, allowing you to keep them in an aquarium, terrarium, or a combination of both. There are many ways to categorize frogs, but sorting them by cuteness is particularly enjoyable. If you’re considering getting a frog […]

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Zondo at Your Fingertips: new book offers an accessible and condensed version of South Africa’s ambitious corruption inquiry

By Fazila Olla 04-07-23 11:48

Anti-corruption activist Paul Holden has done South Africa a great favour by summarising the work of the judicial commission that probed massive corruption under former president Jacob Zuma. No one except academics will read the commission’s 4,750 page report, but many will read Holden’s book, Zondo at your Fingertips. Holden is a former director of […]

Zulu King denies poisoning rumors and affirms good health

By AFP 04-07-23 11:31

The Zulu king, head of South Africa’s most influential traditional monarchy, said on Monday he was “fit and sound,” and denied rumours he had been poisoned. “I’m very well, I’m very fit and sound,” Misuzulu Zulu told AFP in a phone interview from the neighbouring country of Eswatini, where he is undergoing a medical check-up. ALSO READ: MultiChoice […]

Moti Group are bullies, says amaBhungane lawyer

AmaBhungane ungagged to report on Moti files

By Fazila Olla 04-07-23 11:28

A “gagging order” obtained by the Moti Group against investigative news agency amaBhungane has been set aside in its entirety. The Gauteng High Court has set aside the “gagging order” brought against amaBhungane by the Moti Group. Judge Roland Sutherland said the Moti Group had abused the court process by bringing an unjustified ex parte […]

Aldrich Potgieter

SA’s Aldrich Potgieter aces par-4 in PGA Tour qualifier

By Garrin Lambley 04-07-23 11:21

South Africa’s Aldrich Potgieter aced the par-4 17th hole at Pinnacle Country Club in Milan, Illinois, which measures 345 yards (315 metres). ALSO: SA’s Lawrence wins another DP World Tour title According to the Golf Channel website, the burly 18-year-old, who turned pro after playing the US Open as the reigning British Amateur champion, was among the several players competing […]

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Are your cats not getting along? Three signs to look out for

By Lisa Greyson 04-07-23 11:01

Owners often adopt multiple cats with the hope that they will provide companionship to each other, which can indeed happen. Many then develop strong and lasting bonds with their friends, even if they aren’t siblings or were introduced later in life. However, this isn’t always the case, and some paired cats may not get along. 1. THEY […]

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Wimbledon 2023: Mind-blowing Novak Djokovic stats

By James Freemantle 04-07-23 10:51

Seven-time Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic is aiming to win his fifth crown in a row at SW19. Here’s that and other insane stats the Serbian currently boasts. ICYMI: Is this the coldest celebration in tennis history? MIND-BLOWING NOVAK DJOKOVIC STATS AT WIMBLEDON Novak Djokovic is currently ranked Number 2 in the world but not many would […]

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July SASSA grants can be collected TODAY

By Corné van Zyl 04-07-23 10:35

Here’s when you can collect your social grants for JULY 2023 from TODAY. REMINDER – HERE ARE THE SASSA SOCIAL GRANTS PAYMENT DATES FOR JULY This comes after the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) released the payment schedule for the 2023/24 financial year. ALSO READ: SASSA: Here’s how to replace expiring cards Social grants payment schedule for […]

Elena Rybakina Wimbledon celebration

Wimbledon: The coldest celebration in tennis history?

By James Freemantle 04-07-23 10:25

When Elena Rybakina won Wimbledon in 2022, she celebrated with such nonchalance that it basically broke the internet. WIMBLEDON: Who is playing on 4 July? WIMBLEDON: Full order of play on 4 July COLDEST CELEBRATION IN WIMBLEDON HISTORY? The internet went nuts over Rybakina’s apparent non-celebration, which has become her signature after winning matches. Even matches as […]

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SA investigative journalism organization wins media freedom case

By AFP 04-07-23 10:11

A respected South African investigative journalism organisation on Monday 3 July 2023 won a legal battle against a powerful businessman in a case that tested the country’s media freedom. The amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism had earlier been barred from using documents acquired from a source in its reporting on controversial businessman Zunaid Moti — […]

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The new judge in the Meyiwa trial: Ratha Mokgoatlheng

By Nokwanda Ncwane 04-07-23 10:01

Ratha Mokgoatlheng has been appointed as the new Presiding Judge in the murder trial of former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa. This comes as President Cyril Ramaphosa issued the letters of suspension to Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela and Judge Nomonde Mngqibisa-Thusi on Tuesday, 28 June for failing to deliver judgements timeously. The JSC is in the […]

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Richard Branson flies with budget African carrier

By Lorne Philpot 03-07-23 22:49

Last week famous British entrepreneur Richard Branson flew into neighbouring Zimbabwe, not by private jet or in first class. Branson arrived in Zimbabwe’s capital Harare with budget airline Fastjet on 30 June. The airline was honoured to have the celebrity entrepreneur on board one of its flights and thanked the founder of the Virgin Group […]

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Kenyan president Ruto lifts logging ban, creates jobs

By AFP 03-07-23 22:18

Kenyan President William Ruto announced Sunday 2nd July 2023 the lifting of a near six-year ban on logging, despite the concerns of environmental campaigners. Ruto said the move was “long overdue” and was aimed at creating jobs and opening up sectors of the economy that rely on forest products. “We can’t have mature trees rotting […]

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‘More beatings are coming’: SA warns Musa Khawula

By Mihlali Vellem 03-07-23 22:11

On Monday, 3 June, controversial entertainment blogger Musa Khawula shared a video showing slain rapper AKA—real name Kiernan Jarryd Forbes’ father Tony partying with a group of youngsters. The video’s caption got social media followers riled up after the blogger dragged the late rapper’s father and the entire family. MUSA KHAWULA COMES FOR AKA’S DAD, MZANSI WARNS […]

Makhanda schools press on despite failed national reading plan

GET TO KNOW YOUR Loadshedding one stage at a time

By Siso Naile 03-07-23 21:23

Loadshedding is a national crisis that has affected the economic growth of the country which trickles down to the ordinary citizen, one stage at a time. ABOUT LOADSHEDDING IN SOUTH AFRICA This concept was introduced by Eskom in the later months of 2007 and would remain with South Africans for well over a decade. According to Eskom, […]

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Mendieta leaves Stellenbosch for Sundowns

By Phumzile Ngcatshe 03-07-23 21:04

While Mamelodi Sundowns have kept his signing a closely guarded secret, Stellenbosch FC announce that midfielder Junior Mendieta leaves the club and he is heading to Tshwane. The Cape Winelands-based Stellenbosch headed to social media channels to announce that Mendieta has joined Sundowns. ALSO READ : Sundowns target Mendieta pens farewell message to Stellies Mendieta […]

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LIVE UPDATES: A possible Springboks lineup against Australia

By Dumani Moyo 03-07-23 20:43

Keep track of all the latest news on the Springboks’ ‘Road to the Rugby World Cup’ below. It’s now less than 100 days to go until the global showpiece takes place in France. ALSO READ | MARK YOUR CALENDAR: WHEN SPRINGBOKS WILL ANNOUNCE RWC SQUAD The 2023 Rugby World Cup is scheduled to take place in France […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Monday, 3 July’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 10-07-23 18:28

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 3 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 Monday, 3 […]

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VIDEO – Lifehack: How to purify your drinking water

By Arnold Charles 03-07-23 18:43

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 | Brilliant mousetrap ideas using plastic and cardboard [Video] The internet has really made things a lot easier with lifehacks. Be it trying out viral food recipes on TikTok or assembling IKEA […]

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Prison Journalism: The “this is prison” mantra

By Prison Journalism Project 03-07-23 18:34

Prison Journalism Project trains incarcerated writers to become journalists and publishes their stories. Subscribe to Inside Story to receive exclusive behind-the-scene looks at our best stories, as well as author profiles and other insights. It was my first morning waking up in prison. My day had started at dawn the previous day, so I had slept hard […]

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