Looking for some good movies to stream this June? Showmax has got you covered with a fantastic lineup of films that will keep you entertained. From suspenseful mysteries to epic adventures, here are the top movies you shouldn’t miss on the streaming service this month. NOPE | STREAM FROM THURSDAY, 22 JUNE  From the brilliant mind of […]

The National Assembly passed the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill on Tuesday. But how will this benefit South Africans? HERE IS MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONTROVERSIAL NATIONAL HEALTH BILL According to the Parliament, the objective of the NHI Bill is to provide universal access to quality health care for all South Africans, as enshrined in the […]

The White House said Tuesday it shared concerns over South Africa’s relationship with Russia after lawmakers called for the longtime US partner’s expulsion from a major trade pact. Four senior members of the US Congress across party lines asked whether South Africa should remain in the African Growth and Opportunity Act, or AGOA, which offers duty-free […]

Watch as the much-anticipated annual Sardine Run attracts hundreds of people to beaches in the Amanzimtoti area. Hundreds of people are flocking to the beaches in the Amanzimtoti area as sardine fever hits KwaZulu-Natal. WATCH AS THE SARDINE FEVER HITS KWAZULU-NATAL According to a report by the SouthCoast Sun, boats have been launching at Amanzimtoti Main Beach on […]

The Department of Transport earlier this year said it aims to roll out new digital driving licence cards in South Africa this financial year as it pushes towards greater virtualisation and automation of the Driving Licence Card Account (DLCA). ALSO READ: Two BIG changes coming to WhatsApp that you should know of HERE ARE THE SIX BIG […]

Here’s why the true cost of car ownership is 50% more than it was two years ago. Following on from our story on recent vehicle repayment increases due to inflation we thought we’d look a little deeper at the true cost of car ownership. A 475 basis-point increase since November 2021 has pushed the prime lending […]

Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola has defended his department’s bid to have the Gupta brothers expedited from the United Arab Emirates and accused opposition parties of cheap politicking. Lamola was responding during a debate in the National Assembly, as opposition parties accused the department of bungling the extradition process. ALSO READ: South Africa and […]

UK TO INTRODUCE ‘ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION’ SYSTEM International visitors to the UK will now have to pay a fee in order to enter the county.Beginning in November this year, the UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system will come into effect and essentially requires all visa-waivering countries to pay a fee before travel is permitted. […]

After opening up about American TV host and her ex-boyfriend Nick Cannon on Love and Hip Hop Atlanta, Jessica White penned a personal message to the father of 12 via a since-deleted Instagram post as reported by Entertainment Tonight. ALSO READ: Bre Tiesi was ‘upset’ to find out about Cannon’s ‘surprise’ 9th baby JESSICA WHITE SHARES PERSONAL MESSAGE […]

The Springboks surprised a few by calling up Jean Kleyn for their Rugby Championship squad leaving some wondering how this was possible. Kleyn was a big star for Munster in their United Rugby Championship campaign and had some in Ireland calling for his return to the national team squad. ALSO READ: Springboks legends set to be […]

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has urged South Africans to contact them before accepting overseas job offers after a young woman from Limpopo fell victim to a teaching job scam in Thailand. DIRCO spokesperson Clayson Monyela sounded the alarm as he responded to a tweet from a community leader asking for donations […]

Orlando Pirates have already made three signings ahead of the new season, but it is no secret that they’re still chasing a striker. READ | DETAILS OF ORLANDO PIRATES OFFER TO ANDILE JALI REVEALED! So far, it is understood that Pirates have signed the trio of Melusi Buthelezi, Siphelo Beloni and now Katlego Otladisa, but a goal scorer remains elusive on […]

After heavy rain overnight and on Wednesday morning, 14 June, many roads in Cape Town were flooded, the City’s Disaster Management confirmed. There are also reports of a mudslide. READ: Disaster Risk Management readies response as Cape Town faces torrential rain and strong winds CAPE TOWN AUTHORITIES ASSESSING DAMAGE AND EXTENT OF WEATHER IMPACT City Departments are assessing […]

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will jet to China in the coming weeks to strike a deal that would provide South African installers with reliable access to solar panels. RAMOKGOPA’S VISIT AIMS TO ENSURE RELIABLE SUPPLY FOR SOUTH AFRICAN INSTALLERS According to Bloomberg, South Africa only has two major solar panel manufacturers and they have already committed […]

The official dam level stats in the Western Cape have skyrocketed in recent weeks following ongoing heavy rainfall. NEED A LONG WEEKEND | The next public holiday in South Africa is THIS WEEK The six major dams in the province – the Berg River, Steenbras Lower, Steenberg Upper, Theewaterskloof, Voëlvlei and Wemmershoek – are cumulatively UP on a similar […]

An exciting debut solo exhibition is to be held in Cape Town, celebrating the beauty of the region’s exquisite nature. The show ‘Here I Find’, by classically trained artist Joanna Lee Miller, will be at StateoftheART Gallery from 24 June until 15 July. Miller uses landscape as a medium of storytelling, creating her oil paintings […]

As South Africans worldwide celebrate the return of their beloved SA citizenship (which many had inadvertently lost when they acquired second citizenships), Hollywood actor and producer Stelio Savante – who has over 135 international credits to his name – sums up the joy and gratitude that he and thousands of South Africans abroad are feeling […]

A bogus ‘applicant’ was arrested at the South African Council for Educators (SACE) headquarters in Centurion Gauteng Province for presenting a fake certificate and transcript on Monday,12 June 2023. BOGUS TEACHER BEHIND BARS FOR FRAUD The 41-year-old bogus female applicant, residing within the Gauteng Province was arrested by the Lyttleton police officers after attempting to apply […]

The National Assembly has passed the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill, paving the way for “universal healthcare” in South Africa. According to a report by News24 a total of 205 MPs in the parliament voted in favour of the NHI Bill, while 125 voted against it. ALSO READ: Parliament engages with The Elders about controversial NHI Bill […]

With tax season just around the corner, we’ve answered some FAQs to help with your 2023 SARS tax return. FAQ 2023 SARS TAX RETURN Yes, it’s almost that time of year again: SARS tax return filing for individuals. The 2023 start date is 7 July 2023, running to November 2023. As it is every year, […]

It’s been 28 years since South Africa famously won the 1995 Rugby World Cup. We take a look at where the Springbok heroes are today. South Africa unforgettably won the 1995 Rugby World Cup on home soil – now 28 years ago. Where are the Springbok heroes today? FOR THE LATEST RUGBY WORLD CUP 2023 […]

Connie Ferguson is one of the most celebrated actresses from SA having close to 30 years of experience in the profession. She is famous for her appearance in Generations, a popular South African soapie as Karabo Moroka in 1994. She is also recognised for being on the cover of the 2018 Forbes Woman Africa magazine. ALSO READ: ‘Beast […]

Bulls lock Charlie Ewels has been selected in England’s first World Cup training squad, which was revealed by coach Steve Borthwick. Ewels signed for the Bulls from English Premiership club Bath on loan while nursing his way back from an injured ACL and has been a regular feature for the Pretoria-based side in the Currie […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Tuesday, 13 June 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 Tuesday, 13 […]

  It’s nearly time for Tuesday, 13 June 2023’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws. Here are the numbers – and hopefully they mean one thing: You are South Africa’s latest multi-millionaire. POWERBALL AND POWERBALL PLUS JACKPOTS ESTIMATED AT: R38 million (PowerBall) R19 million (PowerBall Plus) If you really want your share of the jackpot, you […]