In a financial milestone that highlights a dramatic operational shift for South Africa’s state power utility, Eskom has reported a massive annual profit of R30.3 billion for the financial year ended March 2026. The announcement marks a substantial turnaround for the power giant, showing a doubling of profits as operational improvements, reduced diesel spend on […]
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What was supposed to be a lighthearted celebration welcoming the arrival of September turned into a devastating tragedy in Refilwe, Cullinan, when 21-year-old Tshepang Nyathi was fatally stabbed during a Spring Day water-splashing dispute. The incident has since ignited a fierce social media debate across South Africa, leaving online users deeply divided over accountability, boundaries, […]
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If your idea of date night has started to feel like choosing between the same restaurant and the same streaming service, it may be time to shake things up. The best date ideas for couples don’t have to be expensive or elaborate – they simply need to give you something new to experience together. Also […]
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In a world where people consume more products than ever before, the amount of waste we create has become a major environmental challenge. However, not everything we throw away is truly useless. Also see: Safe cleaning: Avoid these detergents if you have pets With a little creativity, many discarded items can be repaired, reused, […]
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South Africa’s upcoming local government elections are shaping up to be one of the country’s most competitive municipal contests, with the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) recording a 43% increase in candidate nominations compared with the 2021 local elections. The IEC says it received 142,072 candidate nominations for the 2026 elections, compared with about 99,000 nominations in 2021. […]
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After months of colder weather and shorter days, spring is the perfect excuse to spend more time outdoors. In South Africa, September marks the beginning of spring, bringing milder temperatures, longer days and colourful blooms in many parts of the country. Also see: 5 Spring wellness habits to try You don’t need an expensive holiday […]
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As September arrives, South Africa experiences far more than a simple change in the weather. Emerging from the quiet hibernation of winter, a distinct cultural and lifestyle shift takes hold across Mzansi. Rather than returning to traditional indoor routines, South Africans are increasingly embracing ‘micro-adventures,’ accessible, low-cost, outdoor social experiences that prioritise movement, mental reset, […]
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A growing crisis of confidence in law enforcement is leaving millions of South African crime victims in the dark. The latest Governance, Public Safety and Justice Survey (GPSJS) for 2025/26 released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reveals a stark reality: over half of all housebreaking victims across the country choose not to report the […]
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In a landmark corporate move that marks the end of an era for independent coffee culture in Mzansi, South African retail titan Shoprite Group has announced the 100% acquisition of Vida e Caffè. The deal, signed in late August 2026, transfers ownership of the continent’s largest speciality coffee chain, comprising over 400 corporate and franchise […]
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For decades, people have used labels such as Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z to explain differences in attitudes, lifestyles, technology use, and workplace behaviour. These labels can be useful for describing broad demographic trends, but they become problematic when they are used to explain individual people. Also see: The rise of […]
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In an era dominated by relentless push notifications, endless social media feeds, and the pressure of maintaining a curated online presence, a quiet shift is taking place across Mzansi. South Africans are increasingly reporting high levels of digital fatigue, a psychological and physical exhaustion brought on by constant screen time and hyper-connectivity. Also see: 25 […]
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The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) has firmly pushed back against viral social media claims alleging that up to 98% of its staff are foreign nationals. Dismissing the figures as outright fake news, the institution confirmed that international employees make up just 9% of its total workforce. The response follows intense online commentary surrounding university […]
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