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ENTERTAINMENT

Ntando Rambani gets Afrikaans lesson from adorable young girl

Businesswoman Ntando Rambani (née Duma) shared the heartfelt moment when she received a brief Afrikaans lesson from a little girl visiting her salon, Sbahle Siyakhula. The award-winning actress recently launched Sbahle Siyafunda, a kiddies reading corner at the establishment. Also see: Ntando Rambani introduces kiddies book corner at Sbahle Siyakhula salon Ntando Rambani learns Afrikaans Taking […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Throwback video of Nelson Mandela’s Afrikaans jokes sparks ‘sellout’ debate

A resurfaced video of Nelson Mandela speaking fluent Afrikaans and joking with a crowd is trending on social media, sparking reactions from South Africans. The clip has left many viewers divided. Also see: ‘Tata on TikTok?’ – Mzansi amused and uneasy as AI brings Nelson Mandela into 2025 In the clip, Mandela commands the crowd with […]

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CELEBRITY NEWS

Siya Kolisi applauds his son’s determination despite Afrikaans struggles

Siya Kolisi celebrates his son’s ambition despite Afrikaans hurdles Siya Kolisi recently shared a heartwarming glimpse into fatherhood that struck a chord with parents across South Africa. While waiting in his car during a school pick-up, the rugby legend reflected on his 11-year-old son Nicholas’s recent struggles with Afrikaans. Pride in perseverance For many South […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Seal Delights South Africans by Speaking Afrikaans in Viral Video

An Unexpected Greeting British music legend Seal has given South Africans a moment to treasure after a video surfaced of him speaking Afrikaans. In the short clip, Seal greets a man named John De Jager, slipping into the local language with ease and charm. For a country that cherishes its languages as part of its […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

IsiZulu, Afrikaans, and Pidgin: Beloved Cartoon ‘Bluey’ Gets a Beautifully African Makeover

If you’re a parent, you know the theme tune by heart. If you’re a kid, Bluey, Bingo, and the Heeler family are practically part of your own. The globally adored Australian animated series Bluey has carved out a special place in living rooms around the world, teaching lessons about play, family, and feeling through the adventures of […]

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