Entertainment

Ithuba under fire for unpaid R17.4 million jackpot, customers threaten to boycott

After operating South Africa’s National Lottery for approximately a decade, Ithuba finds itself in a sticky situation as consumers demand answers for alleged unpaid winnings, including a controversial R17.4 million jackpot. The past few weeks have been an interesting time for Ithuba Holdings, as they have seemingly had to issue more statements this month than […]

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Gayton McKenzie slams SAHRC findings of ‘hate speech’ in decade old tweets

Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has defended himself against the findings of the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC). He claims that the outcome suggesting that prima facie evidence shows he was guilty of hate speech was motivated by a political agenda. The Patriotic Alliance leader has become the subject of much […]

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‘It’s about Minnie’ – Sol Phenduka sheds light on his suspension

DJ, podcaster and broadcaster Solomzi Thandubuntu Phenduka, better known as Sol Phenduka, recently revealed the reason behind his suspension from Kaya 959. Many were left shocked, and some wondering about the reason behind his suspension when Sol told them to watch Podcast and Chill, where he co-hosts with MacG to hear more. On the podcast, […]

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5 Springbok-inspired books you need to read

Discover the stories of some of South Africa’s greatest rugby stars through their own experiences in the gentleman’s game. The annual Rugby Championship competition kicked off this past weekend, and the Springboks will aim to successfully defend their title. Following an excellent display of rugby in last year’s tournament, the team is determined to keep […]

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SEE: Floyd Shivambu meets the king – Mayibuye aiming to top SA politics

Floyd Shivambu, founder of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement, says he had a “productive” meeting with Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini during his visit to KwaZulu-Natal on Monday. The discussions focused on the movement’s direction and the possibility of formally establishing a political party. “Siyabonga Isilo sa Mabandla, our King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini, Indlulamithi for giving us […]

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Minister De Lille axes SA tourism board in shock move

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has dissolved the SA Tourism board with immediate effect, citing unlawful conduct. She said the board illegally convened a special meeting on 1 August 2025 after its chairperson resigned, despite previous warnings about governance breaches. “As of 1 August 2025, the board had no chairperson to lawfully convene a special […]

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Minnie Ntuli makes shocking return to Gagasi FM

Minnie Ntuli, a beloved radio presenter on Gagasi FM’s breakfast show The Uprising, has made her return to the airwaves following a brief hiatus that began in July. She rejoined co-host Felix Hlophe to resume her role—an announcement warmly received by listeners who flooded social media with messages of support. Her time away stemmed from […]

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General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi blames deadbeats for rampant crime levels

South Africa’s top cop, General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has sparked some debate after linking the abnormally high crime rates to the equally elevated levels of deadbeatism that plague the country. He spoke during the ‘Imbizo’ programme held in Umlazi. As an effort to create conversation, restore community safety, rebuild the public’s confidence in communities, as well […]

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Ntsiki Mazwai asks followers for donations to cover legal expenses

Renowned poet and social activist Nstiki Mazwai is seeking all the help she can get as she recently turned to some of her loyal social media followers to assist her with donations to cover her legal expenses. Nstiki has a bill of R200 000 to pay after she lost a defamation case against musician Euphonik. […]

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The Department of Transport’s R900 million mistake garners backlash

Just when South Africans thought things could not possibly get any more chaotic, it has been revealed that after embarking on a trip to France, a six-person Department of Transport delegation returned with a R900m tender oversight. It is no secret that South Africa is a nation with its fair share of issues and challenges, […]

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