Entertainment

General Mkhwanazi hailed for redirecting BackaBuddy funds to Education Trust

General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has cleared the controversial catfish, X user @Chris_Excel, of any allegations of being a scammer after revealing that the BackABuddy funds donated to him were accounted for and would be donated to an SAPS Education Trust. Not too long ago, X user @Chris_Excel kickstarted a BackaBuddy initiative aimed at raising funds to […]

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‘I wasn’t in a good place’ Annie Mthembu opens up about her divorce

Reality TV star and businesswoman, Annie Mthembu recently broke the silence about the end of her marriage with business tycoon; Kgolo ‘Da Guru’ Mthembu. The Real Housewives of Durban star recently shared that the main reason for her divorce was Kgolo’s infidelity. This comes after internet users had a lot of speculations, following the circulation […]

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R124 million jackpot winner finally comes forward

A woman’s ordinary Friday took an unimaginable turn after a phone call she ignored revealed she had won the massive R124.6 million Powerball jackpot from the 5 August 2025 draw. The ticket, bought through a banking app for just R37.50, contained numbers she had carefully chosen herself. Initially, repeated calls from an unfamiliar number went […]

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Former Springbok player fined for tax failures

Former Springbok player Schalk Burger Sr and his wine business, Welbedacht Wines, have been fined for failing to submit various tax returns. The Paarl Magistrates Court this week imposed fines after Burger and his company did not file a series of VAT, PAYE and personal income tax returns, some dating back more than a decade, […]

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Yolanda Myeza remembers late mom, Zanele Mbokazi- Nkambule

Grief comes in waves. Sometimes, missing a loved one who passed away hits a little harder on certain days. This is the case with actress Yolanda Myeza, as she recently opened up about how she misses her late mother; media personality Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule. Zanele, who passed away on August 12, 2024 after battling lung cancer, […]

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Jacob Zuma and Cyril Ramaphosa legal war goes to High Court

Former president Jacob Zuma and the MK party have filed an urgent High Court application against President Cyril Ramaphosa after losing a Constitutional Court bid on 31 July 2025. They want the court to declare invalid Ramaphosa’s decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave, appoint Wits law professor Feroz Cachalia as acting […]

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Linda Sokhulu opens up about remaining childless

After garnering a reputation for keeping her private life as exactly that, legendary actress Linda Sokhulu recently took to the Relebogile Mabotja Podcast, where she opened up about a few things, including her decision to be childless. The name Linda Sokhulu is one that is familiar to many South Africans who have been watching television […]

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Freshly Ground demand transparency over ‘Waka Waka’ royalties

Afro-pop group Freshly Ground is demanding answers from FIFA and Sony on where the royalties for one of the most successful World Cup songs have gone. In 2010, the group collaborated with the Colombian singer Shakira to create one of the world’s most loved FIFA anthems, “Waka Waka,” which was the theme song for the […]

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Rocky start for Orlando Pirates in 2025/26 season

Orlando Pirates fans cannot help but miss former coach Jose Riveiro, as their 25/26 Betway Premier League season is characterised by a 0-2 start under their new leader, Abdeslam Ouaddou. After coming second only to the dominant Mamelodi Sundowns last season, Orlando Pirates have had a shaky start to the 25/26 season, which has seen […]

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Rhodes Choir embarks on KZN tour rooted in musical empowerment

The Rhodes University Chamber Choir (RUCC) will tour KwaZulu-Natal from 17 to 24 August 2025, presenting a programme deeply rooted in African musical traditions and social engagement. Comprising approximately 60 choristers, mainly students, the RUCC does more than simply sing. It reaches into the heart of communities through music, seeking connection, reflection, and shared purpose. […]

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