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Iconic Big Tusker Elephant Killed by Trophy Hunter in Botswana

By SAPeople 22-04-22 13:12

One of the last of Africa’s iconic big tuskers has been killed by a trophy hunter in Botswana. The iconic elephant was one of Botswana’s few ‘hundred-pounder’ elephants, which refers to those elephants with at least one tusk weighing 100 pounds (45kg). In fact, this elephant was extraordinary because he had about 200 pounds (90kg) […]

Community members, who had hoped the Tshakhuma tourism development project would bring jobs and business, point to where a conference centre and heritage site were supposed to be located at the Tshakhuma Dam. From left to right: Glen Raphulu, ​​Mulatedzi Nemutavhani, Joel Mulaudzi, Lesley Singo, Osily Rofhiwa Nyamande. Photo: Bernard Chiguvare

R9.3-Million and Nothing to Show for Limpopo Tourism Project

By SAPeople 22-04-22 10:03

The South African Government says the project is discontinued… By Bernard Chiguvare. The Department of Tourism spent R9.3-million on the Tshakhuma Conference Development Heritage and Tourism Project near Thohoyandou in Limpopo. The project ground to a halt in 2014 because the service provider mismanaged the funds according to the department. Nothing remains to be seen […]

Ukraine's Zelenskyy and SA's President Ramaphosa Discuss Russia in Phone Call

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and SA’s President Ramaphosa Discuss Russia in Phone Call

By SAPeople 21-04-22 19:59

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelenskyy announced last night that he had a phone call with South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa, in which they discussed Russia’s “aggression” and other matters. The 20-minute phone call comes seven weeks after the SA President chatted on the phone to Russia’s President Vladimir Putin. Zelenskyy said: “Had a phone conversation […]

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China Donates R1-Million to KZN Flood Relief

By SAPeople 21-04-22 17:40

China has donated R1-million to bolster the South African government’s humanitarian relief efforts in flood-stricken KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). The cheque was presented to Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu by China’s Ambassador to SA, Chen Xiaodong, on Wednesday. The donation follows the declaration of a National State of Disaster in SA on Monday after parts of KZN […]

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Limpopo Couple Brutally Murdered in Farm Attack

By SAPeople 21-04-22 12:01

An elderly couple, Louis (71) and Ina Cloete (65), tragically lost their lives in a brutal farm attack last yesterday afternoon, Wednesday 20 April 2022, outside Levubu in Limpopo. The fatal attack and robbery by two suspects took place at around 16h40. After the attack, the suspects set the Cloete’s house on fire which caught […]

Game ranger, Tonie and his wife, Shirley Joubert, adopted Jessica when she was only a few days old, after they found her on the banks of the Blyde River during a flood 22 years ago. Her favourite snack is Rooibos of which she drinks 20 litres a day.

Meet Jessica, the World’s Most Famous Hippo and a BIG Fan of Rooibos

By SAPeople 20-04-22 17:20

Most South Africans love their Rooibos, but there’s probably no bigger fan (physically speaking!) than Jessica the Hippo, one of SA’s most famous animal stars around the world. Jessica has played the lead in several National Geographic documentaries, appeared on the Discovery Channel, SKY news, BBC, Japanese, German and Australian telly and even made it […]

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WATCH BBC Struggles to Find South Africa on the Map

By SAPeople 26-04-22 23:44

You’d think it was obvious that South Africa was located in, um, the south of Africa… but apparently not. The wise guys at the BBC, arguably one of the world’s most reputable news services, seem to have had a little trouble finding our beloved country on the map. In fact the South Africa that the […]

Award-Winning SA Singer Lira Hospitalised After Stroke in Germany

Family Reveal Award-Winning SA Singer Lira Suffered Stroke in Germany

By SAPeople 19-04-22 22:15

South African singer Lira is receiving treatment after suffering a stroke during a visit to Germany. Her family said it may be a little while before the SAMA winner performs again, and have asked for prayers for her. The sad news has shocked South Africans across the nation, with Carte Blanche presenter Derek Watts, summing […]

Westville Gran Bags 5 Gold Medals at Swim Champs

87-Year-Old Grandmother Bags 5 Gold Medals and Races to 5th in the World

By SAPeople Contributor 19-04-22 18:56

A WESTVILLE grandmother proved recently that one is never too old to shine. Octogenarian, Wendy Saunders raked in five gold medals at the South African Masters Championships… writes Sanelisiwe Tsinde, Highway Mail. The five-day event, which was held in Cape Town recently attracted hundreds of swimmers who all competed in different segments. The 87-year-old swam […]

Football Star Christiano Ronaldo Announces Loss of One of His Twin Babies

Football Star Christiano Ronaldo Announces Loss of One of His Twin Babies

By SAPeople 19-04-22 00:24

Manchester United football icon Cristiano Ronaldo (37) has announced the tragic loss of one of his twin babies. In a heartfelt statement, signed by Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez (28), the couple said they had lost their newborn baby son but revealed their new daughter had survived. “It is with deepest sadness that we […]

Westville Boy Risked His Life to Save Mom During KZN Floods

Westville Boy Risked His Life to Save Mom During KZN Floods

By SAPeople 18-04-22 21:41

Amidst the heartbreaking stories of loss and devastation are some incredible stories of uBuntu and bravery. This is a story of love and heroism, a story of a selfless, young schoolboy who risked his own life during the KZN floods to save that of his mother. Westville Boys’ High School (WBHS), which sadly lost one […]

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SA President to Address the Nation on Widespread Flooding in Eastern Cape and KZN

By SAPeople 18-04-22 17:50

President Cyril Ramaphosa will this evening, Monday, 18 April 2022, address the nation on the South African government’s response to catastrophic floods which have devastated parts of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and the Eastern Cape. The address follows a special Cabinet meeting yesterday where the SA government assessed the social and economic aftermath of flooding in the […]

Zanzibar Tourism Launches Investigation into Allegations of Assault at Hotel

Zanzibar Tourism Launches Investigation into Allegations of Assault at Hotel

By SAPeople 18-04-22 14:09

The Zanzibar Commission for Tourism says it has begun an investigation into allegations made by a tourist, Zainab Oladehinde, of sexual assault and robbery she suffered in a hotel on the Tanzanian island last April. Nigerian national Zainab Oladehinde, who turns 24 today, had visited the island as a solo traveller last year to celebrate […]

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Monaco’s Princess Charlene Appears in Easter Photos with Family

By SAPeople 18-04-22 12:16

The Monaco Royal family has wished everyone a Happy Easter, and blessed royal fans with photos of the family which include Princess Charlene for the first time in months. The Princess herself also posted a loving family photo on her Instagram account, saying simply: “Happy Easter ❤️” The Princess has been shielded from the public […]

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Over 1,000 People Lose Their Homes in Huge Cape Town Shack Fire

By SAPeople 17-04-22 21:29

A fire destroyed about 300 shacks in Langa, Cape Town on Saturday night, affecting about 1,200 people according to Mayco Member JP Smith. The cause of the fire is unknown. By Vincent Lali. It was one of three fires in Langa on Saturday, according to Smith. The two earlier ones occurred in the early morning […]

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