Watch British comedian Michael McIntyre on why he finds South African (or ‘Seth Efriken’ as he says) accents the funniest in the world. Apparently it’s something to do with the way we pronounce our syllables… although most South Africans on Facebook claim that Michael’s accent  is not very good. Antoinette Nicolaou, wrote: “Hey Michael, as […]

The night Craig Wilkinson and his family became victims of a violent carjacking attempt in South Africa changed his life forever, and set him on a path to help heal men in SA… and heal a nation. Craig founded community-based NGO (non-governmental organisation) Father a Nation (FAN)… which runs a number of different programmes aimed […]

It’s bad enough finding yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time… but this poor buck actually sprinted into the jaws of danger when it ran into this starving pride of lions. According to Kruger Sightings, which uploaded the video a few days ago, the footage was filmed by Hannes Beeslar (25), a teacher […]

Some families of the victims of the Life Esidimeni tragedy in South Africa were overcome by emotions and had to receive emergency medical care today. Others experienced breathing problems, according to the SABC. The entire hearings have been emotional, but today they were heightened as suspended head of Gauteng Health Barney Selebano apologised to the […]

A young 25-year-old Arab guy from Israel is doing more for Africa in a one-minute video than most of us combined. Watch here as Nuseir Yassin breaks some of the negative perceptions about Africa. Over 4.2 million have already watched it (update: now over 10 million!)… https://www.facebook.com/nasdaily/videos/935030406649112/ Nuseir (Nas) – who graduated from Harvard and […]

A Durban-born company has come up with an amazing concept. Perhaps a cure for the ails of entrepreneurship and a way to kick-start some amazing businesses into South Africa’s economy. Big Box has only been around for just over a year. But this team is taking no prisoners in their goal of igniting an entrepreneurial […]

Heartbreaking footage of a starving polar bear, captured by National Geographic (NG) photographer Paul Nicklen and filmmakers from a conservation group called Sea Legacy, provides proof of climate change, says NG. The team was on Baffin Island, Canada, when they saw the bear which probably had just hours to live. It is illegal to feed […]

This cute little Afrikaans-speaking kid is going viral on social media with a reaction to not being able to braai that most South Africans will relate to… no matter what their age! In South Africa – having a braai (or barbecue as it’s called in many countries) is just an accepted part of being South […]

South African musician Don Clarke has released one of the most politically incorrect Christmas carol videos you’ll ever watch! Don told SAPeople, it’s “an amusingly accurate version of Jingle Bells for the current South Africa this season… 🙂 SHARE FAR AND WIDE!” The video introduces Don’s new artist Rosie Doring. “That’s Rosie with the Afrikaans […]

South Africa’s favourite learner driver, Caroline, takes another drive behind the wheel… although that’s not where she ends up. Watch below as Caroline shares perhaps a little too much info with Josh (and us!)… But many nervous learner drivers will relate! Watch Caroline’s back behind the wheel P.S. Although the puppy is cute as… please […]

It’s the video that everyone’s seen on their facebook timeline at some point – a chimpanzee set free that returns to its cage and embraces wildlife conservationist Dr Jane Goodall, in a moment she calls one of the most extraordinary of her life. At that point Dr Goodall had never met the chimpanzee, which was […]

Check out Suzelle DIY’s latest video – ‘How to Arty Your Party’ – with some great tips on wrapping Christmas presents, including what you can do with a toilet roll! Watch How to Arty Your Party – Suzelle DIY

The Magistrate presiding over the case of alleged rhino poaching kingpin, Dumisani Gwala, is facing recusal, amid damning allegations he accepted bribes to prolong the case. KZN Director of Public Prosecutions, Moipone Noko previously maintained there was not enough evidence for the recusal, but has now reversed that decision and has allowed the application for […]

South Africans will do anything for fun… and this may be a world first –  watch a South African yachtie, working in the South of France, having a down down from a prosthetic leg! The leg belongs to 17-year-old Tara, and while some may find the behaviour ‘inappropriate’… she was VERY happy to oblige, and […]

If you’re not an early riser, here’s a chance to enjoy the spectacular Lion’s Head sunrise on an early morning hike up Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. (And maybe after watching this you may be tempted to get out of bed early in the morning, at least once, to enjoy this phenomenal experience.) […]

Ja no well fine, here’s how the first appearance since announcing their engagement may have sounded if British Prince Harry and American TV star Meghan Markle were Afrikaans… https://www.instagram.com/p/BcDRQ1ihv6P/

Demi-Leigh Nel-Peter’s proud mother, Anne-Marie, says she knows her daughter is going to make South Africa “so, so proud”. Speaking to local reporters after her daughter was crowned Miss Universe, Anne-Marie said everything had been “beyond amazing… I have to pinch myself”. Demi has now relocated to New York where she will be stationed for […]

The Democratic Alliance (DA) says it has today filed submissions to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) arguing as to why Jacob Zuma should immediately face the 783 charges of corruption, fraud, money-laundering and racketeering in a court of law as soon as practically possible. “Our submissions are in line with the NPA’s deadline for submission […]

American rapper Joyner Lucas has released a brutal but bridge-building video about racism that is creating waves around the world, and has already been viewed more than 2.2 million times in less than two days. South African expat and comedian Trevor Noah – who currently lives in the USA and hosts the Daily Show – […]

A speech in Parliament yesterday by the National DA Shadow Minister of Public Enterprises, Natasha Mazzone, has gone viral… particularly for her catchphrase: ‘Bring It On’. Watch below. Addressing members during the Debate on State Capture, Mazzone said now is the time that South Africans must unite, stand firm and proudly say together: ‘Bring It On’. […]

South African group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, has scooped two nominations for the 2018 Grammy Awards! The isicathamiya group has been nominated in the Best World Music category, for ‘Shaka Zulu Revisited: 30th Anniversary Celebration’ and in the Best Children’s Album for ‘Songs Of Peace & Love For Kids & Parents Around The World’. The South […]

South African expat comedian Kevin Fraser, who lives in Australia, has posted another rant about modern technology – this time about his Apple iPhone… and many people can relate! Watch Kevin Fraser: Losing My Apples https://www.facebook.com/kevinfraserofficial/videos/2270149596344098/ Kevin will be performing at the Arts Centre on the Gold Coast (Queensland, Australia) on 15 December 2017.

Watch the National Assembly debate on State Capture below… where several arguments have already erupted. The ANC has issued a statement clarifying the DA subject for debate: “The Office of the ANC Chief Whip has noted the unfortunate public utterances by five ANC MPs accusing the ANC Chief Whip, comrade Jackson Mthembu of having colluded […]

In case you weren’t aware, today – 28 November 2017 – is #GivingTuesday, a worldwide day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organisations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday after the spending spree of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It kicks off […]

A video of what appears to be a policewoman in South Africa battling to mount her motorbike, has clocked up over a million views in just two days. In the video – which is 2′ 38″ – a kind gentleman is seen rushing to her aid, but even he can’t help her easily get on […]