Cape lawyer found guilty of exploiting underage street kids

Polokwane Kidnap Mastermind Remanded in Custody

By SAPeople Contributor 11-02-22 15:25

The Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Thursday remanded in custody a man who is alleged to be the mastermind behind the kidnapping of 10 foreign nationals in the city in January 2022. Police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Robert Netshiunda, said Dilpazeer Azam, a 39-year-old Pakistani national, was arrested in Centurion on Sunday during an intelligence-led operation comprising members of National […]

SONA: Ramaphosa Pledges Economic Reform Including Developing Cannabis Industry

SONA: Ramaphosa Pledges Economic Reform Including Developing Cannabis Industry

By SAPeople 11-02-22 09:13

CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday that the country needed fundamental change to revive economic growth, by tackling corruption and the endemic poverty, inequality and unemployment deepened by chronic power cuts and COVID-19. By Wendell Roelf. Addressing the many troubles that have plagued SA in the past decade in […]

South Africa e-Visa System

SA eVisa System Launched in 14 Countries

By SAPeople 11-02-22 00:31

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the South African eVisa system has been launched in 14 countries, including China, India, Kenya and Nigeria, as per the government’s commitment. For those in the US, Australia, Canada and the EU… it’s not yet in place, but the South African online visa is planned for these nationalities too. In his […]

South Africans Mourn Passing of Media Star Kuli Roberts. How did Kuli Roberts die

Kuli Roberts Passes Away at 49. South Africans Mourn Passing of Media Star

By SAPeople 10-02-22 16:22

Kuli Roberts’ family has confirmed that the popular South African media personality, who was known for being the life and soul of the party, tragically and unexpectedly passed away last night. “It is with profound regret and sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of our dear daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt Nomakula ‘Kuli’ […]

Lighting of the colours of the SA flag last night on the building of the seat of Parliament at the Cape Town City Hall. Photo: Parliament of RSA

Cape Town City Hall Lights Up as It’s All Systems Go for 2022 SONA

By SAPeople 10-02-22 09:50

Cape Town City Hall was lit up last night with the colours of the SA flag, as President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares for an unfamiliar evening tonight, when for the first time in the history of South Africa, the State of the Nation Address (SONA) will be delivered outside of the Parliament precinct. This is because of […]

Amarula elephant passes away

Africa’s Most Famous Elephant Amarula Has Passed Away at 65

By SAPeople 09-02-22 13:18

Amarula, one of the most famous elephants in Africa, has sadly passed away at the age of 65. Amarula was the biggest bull elephant in Pilanesberg National Park, which had become his home in 1998 when he and a few other ellies were moved over from the Kruger National Park. Amarula made international headlines in […]

The Springboks are scheduled to face Wales in three Test matches in the Castle Lager Incoming Series in July, before hosting the All Blacks and Argentina in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship in August and September, SA Rugby confirmed on Tuesday.

Springboks’ Home Test Schedule For 2022 Confirmed

By SAPeople Contributor 08-02-22 22:51

The away leg of the Rugby Championship will comprise of three Test matches – two against Australia, and one against Argentina in Buenos Aires. Wales are set to return to South Africa for the first time since 2014 as the Boks kick off their 2022 season with three Tests against the Dragons – at Loftus […]

South African Jet Lands in Hollywood Blockbuster Movie

South African Jet Stars in Hollywood Blockbuster Movie

By SAPeople Contributor 08-02-22 18:49

A South African jet that is set to revolutionise business travel globally has landed a major role in a new Hollywood blockbuster movie, The Lost City, which stars Sandra Bullock, Brad Pitt, Tatum Channing and Daniel Radcliffe! The Pegasus Vertical Business Jet (VBJ) frees travellers up from the burden of the time-consuming trip to the […]

94th OSCARS® Nominations Announced

94th OSCARS® Nominations Announced

By SAPeople 08-02-22 18:41

LOS ANGELES, CA – The 94TH OSCARS® Nominations have been announced, with the Oscars set to air live on 27 March 2022. Actor-comedian Leslie Jordan and actor, CEO and producer Tracee Ellis Ross – as well as special guests – announced the 94th Oscars® nominations in all 23 categories today (February 8), via a global […]

Nkosazana-Dlamini-Zuma

Calls for Government to Abolish Plans for Quarantine Camps

By SAPeople Contributor 08-02-22 12:37

AfriForum has written to the Minister of Cooperative Government and Traditional Affairs, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, demanding that the new regulations for isolation be scrapped. Apparently these new regulations, published in the Government Gazette, seek to force people into quarantine camps. According to these new regulations, no person who has tested positive for COVID-19 through a laboratory […]

Shaving hair for children with cancer wigs

Shaving My Head for Children with Cancer Was So Rewarding

By SAPeople 06-02-22 20:34

“Shaving my head was one of the best experiences of my life,” says SAPeople’s Cassie Jo. As the world commemorated World Cancer Day on Friday (4 Feb), SAPeople asked Cassie to share some of her tips for anyone who would like to donate their hair to those who’ve lost theirs. Her first tip is reassurance […]

Zebrafish Research Reveals Green Rooibos Tea’s Anxiety-Busting Properties

By SAPeople 06-02-22 14:01

Rooibos tea is a uniquely South African product. The plant, Aspalathus linearis, grows mainly in the Cederberg area of the country’s Western Cape province. And it’s not just a tasty beverage. It is caffeine-free; research has proved that it has anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also been found to ease pain and reduce allergies. Rooibos is also […]

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