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WATCH Rains Down in Africa’s Karoo At Last (Plus Beautiful Photos)

By Jenni Baxter 22-01-20 11:23

South Africans in the Karoo region were singing in the rain on Wednesday as they finally received a huge downpour of summer rain, after about five years of devastating drought. In some areas there was flooding… but gratitude was the only emotion most residents felt. There was jubilation in the Northern Cape as rivers were […]

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South Africa Ends ATP Cup Campaign on a Happy High

By SAPeople 09-01-20 14:27

South Africa finished their ATP Cup campaign in Brisbane as runners-up to Serbia in Group A after a comeback victory over France 2-1. Represented by Kevin Anderson, Lloyd Harris, Raven Klaasen, Ruan Roelofse, Kholo Montsi (who broke into the Top 12 IFP Rankings this week) and Jeff Coetzee (captain), the country needed to win 3-0 […]

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South African Teen Kholo Montsi Breaks into Top 12 International Rankings

By Jenni Baxter 09-01-20 03:46

South African teen sensation Kholo Montsi has broken into the Top 12 of the ITF (International Tennis Federation) Junior rankings! Tennis South Africa announced the news on Wednesday evening, saying: “‪What a moment for ?? Kholo Montsi! ?‬” The 17-year-old has been seen court-side in Brisbane, Australia, this week where he was part of Team […]

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Boost for South Africa as Louis Oosthuizen says Yes to Tokyo Olympics

By SAPeople 09-01-20 00:44

Louis Oosthuizen has given Team SA a big boost by making himself available for the Tokyo Olympics later this year, writes GARY LEMKE. The country’s No1 golfer, ranked 20th in the world, confirmed his availability for the Games as he prepared for the defence of his SA Open title, starting at Randpark in Johannesburg on […]

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South Africa’s Kevin Anderson Beats France in Close Match

By SAPeople 08-01-20 15:45

Representing South Africa, Kevin Anderson fought his way to a close victory against France’s Benoit Paire in Brisbane, Australia, on Wednesday evening local time at the ATP Cup. The first set went to the Frenchman, 6-2. In the second set, Anderson fought back for SA to level the match 7-6 against a frustrated Paire. In […]

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DA Horrified After MP Cameron Mackenzie Shot During Attempted Robbery

By SAPeople 08-01-20 11:13

The Democratic Alliance (DA) says it is “horrified and outraged” at the shooting of one of its Members of Parliament, Cameron Mackenzie MP, in an attempted robbery at Dainfern Ridge Estate in Midrand, north of Johannesburg, on Tuesday night. MacKenzie was wounded and rushed to hospital. “This attack has proved yet again, that no one […]

Countdown to the Release of the Matric Results

By SAPeople Contributor 07-01-20 16:13

The Class of 2019 matriculants are expected to be glued to their television screens tonight as Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga announces the national results of the 2019 National Senior Certificate matric exams. The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) announced the private schools’ matric results at midnight last night. The Basic Education Department will release the […]

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WATCH The Golden Globes’ Speech Everyone’s Talking About

By SAPeople 06-01-20 15:50

  There was a wonderful moment at the Golden Globes ceremony at the Beverley Hills Hilton in Los Angeles last night – where Tom Hanks, recipient of the 2020 Cecil B. Demille award, and South Africa’s Charlize Theron (who presented it to him) showed off their mutual admiration… but that’s not the moment that Hanks […]

‘Trailblazer’ Richard Maponya Passes Away at Age 99

By SAPeople Contributor 06-01-20 15:25

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences to the family of esteemed business leader Dr Richard Maponya, following his passing in the early hours of Monday. Widely respected as the doyen of black business, Dr Maponya passed away in Johannesburg just a few days after his 99th birthday. “We have lost a pioneer, a trailblazer and a […]

Relief for South Africans – No Load Shedding on Monday

By SAPeople Contributor 06-01-20 11:34

Eskom will not be implementing load shedding on Monday, despite a constrained and vulnerable system. “There is sufficient water at the pumped storage schemes and we have managed to conserve diesel at our open cycle gas turbine generators and continue to work to replenish the diesel levels,” Eskom said. These emergency reserves will supplement the […]

Minister Condemns Torching of 24 Shosholoza Meyl Coaches

By SAPeople Contributor 06-01-20 11:00

South African Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has condemned the torching of 24 Shosholoza Meyl coaches in Bloemfontein at the weekend. Mbalula said the arson attack is a pure act of criminality and will be dealt with as swiftly and as harshly as possible. The damage is estimated at R90 million. According to the Ministry of […]

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Young Hunter Rescues 9 Koalas in Australian Fires

By Jenni Baxter 04-01-20 06:04

A young 22-year-old hunter is being hailed a hero for risking his own life to save nine koalas injured by the relentless fires ravaging Mallacoota in East Gippsland on the New South Wales coast of Australia. Patrick Johnson who is more accustomed to hunting animals than rescuing them, said all those he has rescued so […]

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Almost Half a Billion Animals Killed in NSW Fires in Australia

By Jenni Baxter 04-01-20 06:14

Around 480 million animals are estimated to have been killed in New South Wales (NSW) alone since the start of  bushfires which have turned parts of Australia into apocalyptic scenes with landmark buildings, schools and homes burnt to the ground, cars gutted and thousands huddled on beaches beneath blood red skies. The fires began in […]

DHA Extends Operating Hours For IDs

By SAPeople Contributor 03-01-20 15:23

The Department of Home Affairs has extended its working hours in anticipation of an increase in demand for services. “The Department of Home Affairs is extending operating hours to 7pm from 02 January to 10 January 2020 to meet the anticipated increase in demand for our services during the period before the schools reopen. The […]

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Mbalula Calls for Vigilent Driving After KZN Horror Crash Claims 7 Lives

By SAPeople 03-01-20 13:20

As many South Africans prepare to hit the road on their way back from Christmas holidays, South African Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has urged drivers to remain vigilant on the road as the festive season draws to a close. The Minister’s call comes after seven people lost their lives, while 15 others sustained moderate to […]

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