South Africa’s health ombudsman recently published the findings of an investigation into Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital. The investigation followed the publication of a video showing pregnant women lying on the hospital floor, as well as complaints by patients’ family members. The ombudsman’s investigation produced shocking findings, including severe overcrowding and staff shortages at […]

A group of homeless people, represented by the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI), have delayed the hearing of an application by the City of Cape Town to have them evicted from several public sites. The City of Cape Town’s application to evict people living on several sites in the city centre has been […]

After StatsSA’s news that food prices have risen by an average of 14% over the past year DA leader John Steenhuisen has implored President Ramaphosa and his cabinet to do the right thing for the millions of children and adults in South Africa who are going hungry. Even though they have consistently proposed a workable response to […]

Another G4S employee who allegedly helped serial rapist and murderer, Thabo Bester, escape from the Mangaung Correctional Centre in May 2022 is expected to make his first court appearance in Bloemfontein on Thursday morning, 20 April. ALSO READ: Another G4S guard linked to Bester escape nabbed – here’s when he appears in court THE 51-YEAR-OLD […]

Cape Town has been nominated in nine categories for this year’s instalment of the World Travel Awards Africa Region 2023. The World Travel Awards are the gold standard for the industry, bringing global attention to local destinations, attractions and operators. CAPE TOWN NOMINATED IN NINE CATEGORIES City of Cape Town Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis said the […]

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has expressed deep sadness at the death of three South African journalists. Within a short time frame, South Africa lost News Free State editor, Teboho Letshaba, veteran South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) News Sepedi Radio Current Affairs Producer and Presenter, Matome Maupi, in Limpopo, and former EWN reporter […]

Due to overwhelming demand, two new dates have been added to Bryan Adams, “So Happy It Hurts” tour in South Africa. Unfortunately yet again Durban has been left out. The new dates are: 8 November in Cape Town and 11 November in Pretoria. Tickets for the two new dates go on sale at 09h00 on […]

Tupperware fans were shocked this past week when the company announced it urgently needs a cash injection to survive, or – after 77 years – it would be packing up for good. South Africa’s favourite ‘safari guide’, comedian Themba Robin was quick to produce a video about saving the ‘legendary beast from extinction’. Complete with […]

Big Zulu’s continued weight loss before his boxing match has left fans on social media calling him ‘Slim Zulu’. Big Zulu. Image via Instagram @bigzulu_sa/ The massive weight loss has left fans calling him ‘Slim Zulu’ after losing over 10 kgs ahead of a boxing match. ALSO READ: ‘Weak knees’: Big Zulu prepares for boxing fight, […]

Consumer inflation in South Africa has risen again – reaching 7.1% in March, compared to 7% in February and 6.9% in January 2023. The latest stats were revealed by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) on Wednesday. The rise means South Africans will pay more for goods, especially food and non-alcoholic beverages. The monthly change in […]

South African design creatives are using their craft to express their freedom as the country commemorates Freedom Month in April. Image: GCIS Vuk’uzenzele. You can express your freedom as a South African creative through art and design. Almost three decades ago, South Africa gained its freedom when it held its first democratic elections in 1994. […]

Zintle James, a 24-year-old pig farmer from Sterkspruit in the Eastern Cape, has embarked on a journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Image: GCIS Vuk’uzenzele. Young pig farmer Zintle James (24) is on an inspired journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Originally from Sterkspruit in the Eastern Cape, James began her enterprise in 2020 when […]

From Sorisha Naidoo’s business ventures to Slee Ndlovu’s ‘broke’ comments, here’s what you need to know about the Durban housewives. The ‘Real Housewives of Durban’ cast. Image: supplied. On the season three finale of the Real Housewives of Durban (RHOD), arguments got so heated that Silindile “Slee” Wendy Ndlovu got up from her seat to throw […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 19 April 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 Wednesday, 19 […]

Are you ready for the 19 April 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re South Africa’s latest overnight millionaire. FOR THE LATEST SA EXPAT NEWS VISIT SAPEOPLE If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play then you might just strike gold here. Let’s have a […]

Since beginning its operations in the region in 2016, Netflix claimed to have invested $175 million in film production in Africa. The industry leader in internet video streaming stated in a report: “Expanding our business here is good for Netflix.” It did not provide specifics on the scope of its plans for Africa, although it did state […]

Legendary former Proteas cricketer Jacques Kallis has said ‘our hearts are exploding’ after the arrival of his newborn baby girl. Jacques Kallis and his wife Charlene have welcomed the arrival of a baby girl. Photo: Twitter Earlier this year, Kallis and his wife, Charlene, confirmed that they would soon be expecting baby number two, who […]

Big Summer Kick-Off returns to Twickenham on Saturday, 22 April and will see Harlequins take on Bath Rugby is what could be a crucial clash in the penultimate round of the Gallagher Premiership. ALSO READ | Next Springbok coach: Could Jake White throw his hat in the ring? Not only will there be great action on the pitch, but the […]

Businessman Vivian Reddy who co-developed Oceans Mall says the R1.3-billion mall created at least 1300 permanent jobs for the locals. Somizi, Zulu King, Vivian Reddy and Sorisha Naidoo at Oceans Mall launch. Images via Instagram @Somzi KwaZulu-Natal tycoon Vivian Reddy and his family launched the “Platinum Walk” wing of the new Oceans Mall in Umhlanga […]

‘Vey fitting’: Twitter users agreed that Dr Nandipha’s father should be played by Vusi Thanda in the Netflix documentary that they want. Tweeps had an idea of who Dr Nandipha’s father can be played by if a documentary Thabo Bester’s story would ever be made. Image via Twitter @prof_academia Twitter users came in numbers and […]

SA-born billionaire Elon Musk’s mom, Maye revealed that she craved boerewors and pap while in South Africa this week. Elon Musk with sister Tosca, mom Maye and brother Kimbal. Images via Instagram @toscamusk. Model and dietician Maye Musk, revealed that she was craving boerewors and pap while in South Africa to accept her honorary PhD in […]

Here’s five things to know about former Miss South African (1992) and Real Housewives van die Wynlande (RHOWL) star Amy Kleinhans-Curd. ALSO READ: ‘Real Housewives van die Wynlande’: Meet the SA cast members 1. FIRST WOMAN OF COLOUR TO WIN MISS SOUTH AFRICA Amy Kleinhans-Curd was the first woman of colour to be crowned Miss South Africa in 1992. […]

The ANC is blocking South African expat Elon Musk’s Starlink in South Africa with its “laughable” demands, says Dianne Kohler Barnard, DA Shadow Minister of Communications. Barnard says that in a written response received from the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, the ANC, in no uncertain terms, declared that South Africans will never receive free […]

Three bark strippers have been arrested after being caught in the act of stripping trees in Newlands Forest in the early hours of yesterday morning, 18 April 2023. Bark stripping has been a devastating problem in Newlands Forest since the late ‘90s, with trees – including some rare ones – dying because the bark is […]

Enjoy another warm and cozy pudding when you make this Amarula pear tart. It’s rich, sweet and great with custard and ice cream! Autumn has reached South Africa which means that it’s also time for warmer desserts to enjoy after big meals. We often enjoy malva and chocolate puddings but you should try our Amarula […]