Local businesses fly SA flag high in the UAE

Local businesses fly SA flag high in the UAE

By Fazila Olla 21-02-23 13:38

Local businesses are currently participating in high-profile exhibitions in the UAE, flying the South African flag high. In Dubai, a South African business delegation comprising 16 agro-processing firms is showcasing products in the Gulfood exhibition, whilst in Abu Dhabi, there are 11 SA companies operating in the defence sector that are participating in the International […]

Maternal air pollution exposure puts unborn babies at risk in SA

Air pollution exposure during pregnancy puts unborn babies at risk in SA

By Fazila Olla 21-02-23 11:40

Pregnant mothers living in air pollution hotspots in South Africa risk bearing a child with a congenital birth anomaly; specifically orofacial cleft lip and palate (CLP). This is according to research done by the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) in partnership with surgeons, researchers and Operation Smile. The research was presented this month at […]

Lightning lashes Durban after one of the hottest days in living memory

Lightning lashes Durban after one of the hottest days in living memory

By Jenni Baxter 21-02-23 11:18

“Yesterday was the hottest day that I have known since I moved down to Umhlanga two years ago,” says Christo from Christo Smith Photography. Durbanite Louise S agreed, revealing “I have lived in Durban my whole life and have never experienced heat like yesterday ??.” Christo says “the heat was suffocating, with parts of Durban reaching […]

Four habits of happy people – as recommended by a psychologist

Habits of four happy people – as recommended by a psychologist

By Fazila Olla 21-02-23 11:12

What makes you happy? Maybe it’s getting up early to see the sunrise, hanging out with family and friends on a weekend, or going for a dip in the sea. But what does science say about the things happy people do? We know that happy people tend to have strong relationships, and good physical health […]

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Heavy rains continue in the NW, community urged to be vigilant

By Fazila Olla 21-02-23 10:59

North West Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) MEC, Nono Maloyi, has urged communities throughout the province, especially those in low-lying areas, to exercise caution as the province continues to experience above-normal rains. “The North West province, like many other parts of the country, has been receiving heavy rains in the past days, causing flooding […]

Hunger in South Africa

Hunger in South Africa: study shows one in five are at risk

By Fazila Olla 21-02-23 10:45

Everyone is vulnerable in some way, whether it’s to natural disasters, chronic diseases or hunger. But some are more at risk than others because of what they are exposed to socially, economically and environmentally. This phenomenon is known as social vulnerability. It refers to the attributes of society that make people and places susceptible to […]

Action needed to reduce Cape Town’s water usage, says expert

Action needed to reduce Cape Town’s water usage, says expert

By Fazila Olla 21-02-23 10:37

Earlier this month, Cape Town’s average water usage exceeded one billion litres a day for the first time since 2014. The City of Cape Town’s current water usage target is 850-million litres a day. Last week, usage averaged 950-million litres a day. More needs to be done to reduce Cape Town’s water usage, an expert […]

Home Affairs to challenge court order to accept 22 Afghan asylum seekers

Home Affairs to challenge court order to accept 22 Afghan asylum seekers

By Jenni Baxter 21-02-23 10:31

The South African government is to challenge a Pretoria High Court order that directs Home Affairs to grant asylum to 22 asylum seekers from Afghanistan. Home Affairs minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi blames an American NGO – The Lifeline Foundation – for the High Court’s ruling, and says the NGO is trying to undermine South Africa’s […]

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South African slang word of the day: Boet

By Garrin Lambley 21-02-23 09:53

With 11 official languages it may comes as a surprise that the most commonly used ‘language’ in South Africa is slang. It has its origins in several different languages mainly Zulu, Xhosa and Afrikaans – which all fall under the top 5 most spoken languages in Mzansi. Slang – sometimes referred to as ‘South Africanisms’ – borrows […]

PowerBall - 21 February 2023

PowerBall draw: R40 million jackpot TONIGHT – good luck!

By Garrin Lambley 21-02-23 07:18

With only hours to go until the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Tuesday, 21 February, Mzansi could well be welcoming its newest multi-millionaires of the year. FOR THE LATEST LOTTO AND LOTTO PLUS RESULTS CLICK HERE There’s never a bad time to become super rich overnight! ALSO READ | SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL LOTTERY: TOP 10 PAYOUTS IN HISTORY But to […]

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AKA murder: St John’s College flies flag at half-mast for former pupil

By Garrin Lambley 21-02-23 06:48

Top Johannesburg school St John’s College has paid tribute to its former pupil Kiernan Forbes, better known as AKA, following his tragic murder on Friday, 10 February. ALSO READ: ‘Heartbroken’: Lynn Forbes reacts to Nadia Nakai’s tribute to AKA AKA matriculated from the school in 2006. A flag at the school was flown at half-mast in his honour. ALSO READ: ‘Your […]

AKA murder suspects

Who is Sim Dope? Five things to know about AKA’s friend

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 21:36

Twitter users were in shock when they found out that “Sim Dope” was in fact a real person at the memorial service for late rapper AKA held at the Sandton Convention Centre on Friday, 17 February. AKA was shot dead outside Wish restaurant on Florida Road in Durban late on Friday, 10 February. AKA. Images […]

Varsity Cup

Varsity Cup: Maties deny UCT Ikeys at the death at Danie Craven Stadium

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 21:21

Maties got their Varsity Cup 2023 campaign off to the perfect start when they beat Cape rivals UCT Ikeys at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch on Monday. ALSO READ: Sharks flyer set to jet off to France – report Maties won 21-19 after trailling 16-9 at half-time. ALSO READ | FROM 45 INTO 33: PLAYERS THE SPRINGBOKS ARE CONSIDERING FOR RWC […]

Ultra SA 2023

Ultra SA 2023: Goldfish, Alesso, Zakes Bantwini – and MORE!

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 18:57

Africa’s biggest dance music festival, Ultra SA, boasts a stellar line-up of international and local stars … with some amapiano in the mix! The final countdown to Ultra SA 2023 has officially begun! The eighth edition of the continent’s biggest electronic music festival is set to take place on 10 and 11 March in Cape […]

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South African opera singer Pretty Yende to perform at King Charles III’s coronation

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 18:25

South African operatic soprano singer Pretty Yende will perform at King Charles III’s coronation in early May. ALSO READ | Tom Cruise puts ‘Mission: Impossible’ filming on hold to attend King Charles’ coronation Buckingham Palace has shared details for the ceremony which will take place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday, 6 May 2023. MUST READ | Spice Girls to reunite for King Charles’ coronation – […]

Rugby World Cup 2023

Rugby World Cup 2023: Latest odds updated

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 18:10

Despite being defending champions, the Springboks are only third favourites to win this year’s Rugby World Cup title, according to the latest odds. ALSO READ | FROM 45 INTO 33: PLAYERS THE SPRINGBOKS ARE CONSIDERING FOR RWC World Cup 2023 hosts France and New Zealand have been installed as joint-favourites for the tournament which is due to kick off in early September. ALSO READ | RUGBY […]

Cyclone Freddy

Will Cyclone Freddy hit South Africa?

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 18:06

Tropical Cyclone Freddy has been circulating in the Indian Ocean for the past week, slowly drifting westwards, and currently about 400km north-east of Mauritius. ALSO READ: Cyclone recovery expected to cost New Zealand billions CYCLONE FREDDY TO PASS NEAR MAURITIUS The cyclone is predicted to pass near Mauritius and La Reunion islands and is moving at […]

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SASSA social grants: Payment dates for March 2023 confirmed

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 16:10

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has released the payment dates for March 2023. As previously reported by SAPeople, in 2022 SASSA said it heard beneficiaries’ complaints about the previous payment schedule and decided to make a change. SASSA said if the second day of the month falls on a weekend or public holiday, the […]

Car hacks

The car hack to save you THOUSANDS on spare parts!

By Garrin Lambley 20-02-23 16:02

Now that your car is it out of warranty/service plan, wouldn’t you love a foolproof system to save thousands on spare parts? Us to. Booking your car at the local dealer can be a nerve-racking affair, because you’ve never had to pay for spare parts before. So, what’s the affordable car hack for spares that […]

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