10 Things to check before booking festive season accommodation

With the festive season approaching, many South Africans are preparing for December holidays, family getaways and summer breaks. While finding affordable accommodation is exciting, it is important to do your homework before confirming a reservation. Also see: How to book holiday accommodation safely and avoid scams From fake listings to unexpected costs, a poorly planned […]

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SASSA confirms December 2026 grant dates, issues important warning to beneficiaries

Social grant beneficiaries can prepare for the festive season with the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) confirming that December payments will return to the regular monthly schedule after November’s once-off adjustment for the Local Government Elections. Also see: Fraud crackdown: SASSA dismisses 65 officials In a media statement dated last month on 28 October 2026, […]

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Mafikizolo to perform at CAF Super Cup’s half-time show

Legendary South African Afro-pop duo Mafikizolo will take centre stage to deliver a special half-time performance as Mamelodi Sundowns gear up to face Algerian giants USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup. Also see: UMAFIKIZOLO WINS SONG OF THE YEAR AT 2026 METRO AWARDS The match takes place on Sunday, 8 November 202, at Pretoria’s […]

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Orlando Pirates to face Sekhukhune United in Carling Knockout Cup

Orlando Pirates will host Sekhukhune United in the Carling Knockout Cup quarter-finals on Saturday, 7 November 2026, as the defending champions look to move one step closer to retaining their title. Also see: Kaizer Chiefs vs TS Galaxy: Carling Knockout Cup clash tonight The match will take place at Orlando Amstel Arena in Soweto, with […]

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Cyril Ramaphosa’s smart city promise: Where does the project stand?

Six years after President Cyril Ramaphosa promised to transform Lanseria in Gauteng into a world-class smart city capable of accommodating up to 500,000 people, the ambitious development remains largely undeveloped, with informal settlements and stretches of open land dominating the proposed site. Also see: WATCH: Wealthy Cyril Ramaphosa’s modest church offering gets South Africans talking According […]

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Content creator Swervo celebrates academic milestone on social media

In an era where digital storytelling rapidly intersects with technical expertise, popular South African digital creator and creative producer Lesego Justin Matjele, widely known online as Swervo, recently took to social media to celebrate his university graduation. Also see: HOTSHOTAARON AND NPS STREAMERS PAVE THE WAY FOR MZANSI’S NEXT-GEN CREATORS Sharing photos of his qualification […]

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