Africa’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up. While Morocco have already booked their place on the global stage, the rest of the continent’s giants — including Nigeria and South Africa — are locked in a tangled race that could come down to last-minute drama, FIFA rulings and high-stakes clashes. Morocco’s Moment […]
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The dream of seeing Bafana Bafana back on the world’s biggest football stage is edging closer to reality. On a chilly Friday night in Bloemfontein, Hugo Broos’ men turned up the heat with a convincing 3-0 victory over neighbours Lesotho, tightening their grip on top spot in Group C of the 2026 FIFA World Cup […]
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South Africans planning trips to the United States are facing fresh uncertainty as the October 1 deadline for the new US visa integrity fee creeps closer. While the American government has announced the charge, travel agents and applicants alike are still waiting for clear instructions on how it will work. A Fee Without a Rulebook […]
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The Weight of a Nation on One Game When Bafana Bafana step onto the pitch against Lesotho today, it’s not just another qualifier. It’s a chance to edge closer to a dream South African football fans have been chasing since hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup: seeing their national team back on the global stage. […]
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From click to connection When a TikTok clip popped onto screens this week, South African learners paused. In it, a young man, old enough to have just cleared matric with a whopping seven distinctions, wasn’t shouting about burnout or late-night cramming. Instead, he was offering something rare: practical and clever ways to study smarter, not […]
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A tradition gone too far Spring Day on 1 September is meant to burst with laughter, water fights, and the hope that comes with the first warm breezes. In towns and townships alike, kids cheerfully splash each other. But this year, what began as festive fun veered into something cruel. A video circulated on TikTok […]
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Cannabis has long been celebrated as a natural stress reliever, a pain aid, and even a wellness ritual. But recent research is challenging the “safe and natural” image of the plant, uncovering a worrying connection between cannabis, paranoia, and mental health, particularly for those who have experienced childhood trauma. Trauma Leaves a Mark A World […]
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September Spotlight on a Silent Crisis In South Africa, September isn’t just the start of spring, it’s Suicide Awareness Month, a time to confront the alarming mental health statistics that reveal a silent crisis among men. According to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), men account for nearly 75% of suicides nationwide. Yet […]
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Popular South African entertainer Somizi Mhlongo has stepped forward with an urgent warning to his fans. The vibrant star has been made aware of scammers using his images and name to trick people into sending money. In a heartfelt message, Somizi made it crystal clear that he would never reach out asking for cash, highlighting the growing […]
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When Love Blossoms in Golden Years In a world where romance often seems reserved for the young, a recent video of a granny’s beautiful white wedding has taken South Africa by storm, proving love truly knows no age. The video captured an elegant gogo preparing for her big day, dressed in a stunning lace gown, […]
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South African Airways (SAA) is spreading its wings again — this time to Botswana. Starting 4 November 2025, the national carrier will introduce a twice-daily service between Johannesburg and Gaborone, giving travellers more flexibility for both business and leisure trips. The Schedule At A Glance The new route will be served by two return flights […]
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The Scorpion Kings With Friends Live concert, held on 29 August 2025 at Loftus Stadium in Pretoria, was a night of electrifying performances by Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa. However, for popular music producer Cubique DJ, the event took a disappointing turn when his car was stolen during the festivities. The Discovery: A Stripped […]
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