When it comes to South Africans, two things are true: we’re culturally rich and we love a good celebration. Although a wedding solidifies the connection of two lovebirds, the occasion is never only about two individuals. In many cultures, a wedding signifies the coming together of families, as well as a celebration of lineage and […]
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Diesel shortages are beginning to surface at petrol stations across South Africa, with multiple sites in several provinces reporting empty pumps, raising fresh concerns as global fuel pressures intensify, reports Cape {town} Etc. Also see: Fuel levy hike likely in 2026 Budget despite cheaper petrol A widely circulated community alert on Tuesday evening listed numerous fuel stations […]
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The deployment of more than 2,000 soldiers to assist police is aimed at stabilising some of South Africa’s most violent crime hotspots, according to National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola. Fannie and Rudzani Maphwanya, chief of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), briefed the media in Pretoria on Sunday after President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised the deployment of the troops to support the South […]
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South Africa ranking is suddenly trending on viral lists that ask: where would you go if World War 3 were to break out? The question landed in feeds after several recent roundups of ‘safest’ nations that favour remote, neutral or self-sufficient places. If you like beaches, fresh water and maize fields more than missile silos, South […]
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The Department of Employment and Labour has taken a significant step towards enhancing workers’ rights with the publication of the Labour Laws Amendment Bill, 2025, along with the Labour Relations Amendment Bill, 2025. These proposed changes mark a pivotal shift in South Africa’s labour landscape, aiming to fortify job security and extend fundamental rights to […]
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Landing in the bush rarely feels this refined. Skukuza Airport, set within Kruger National Park, has once again been named the most beautiful airport in the world by Forbes, as reported by IOL. The recognition is a familiar one. Forbes first spotlighted Skukuza back in 2018, praising its lodge-like aesthetic and calm, grounded atmosphere. This week, the accolade resurfaced […]
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South Africans who use banking apps are being warned about a fast-growing form of digital fraud known as Remote Access Trojan or RAT attacks. RATs give criminals remote control of a phone so they can operate banking apps while the customer believes they are using the device, reports Cape {town} Etc. Also see: 3 Savvy ways […]
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DJ Black Coffee builds hope for flood-hit families in Mthatha From the decks to the community: Black Coffee’s mission in Mthatha Eight months after the devastating floods swept through parts of the Eastern Cape, leaving more than 100 people dead and over a hundred families without homes, DJ Black Coffee (Nkosinathi Maphumulo) is turning tragedy […]
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Matjeng gives candid account of her relationship with Cat Matlala The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry resumed on Friday with Brigadier Rachel Matjeng, head of Quality Management in SAPS’s Criminal Record and Crime Scene Management, continuing her testimony about her on-and-off relationship with alleged criminal figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Matjeng’s account has drawn public attention for […]
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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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Tebogo Thobejane writes her story of survival after Cat Matlala ordeal For Tebogo Thobejane, the headlines and court updates have never told the full story. Now, the actress and socialite is taking control of her narrative, transforming one of the darkest chapters of her life into a memoir. According to reports, Thobejane has begun writing […]
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The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has opted to keep its main lending rate unchanged at 6.75% during the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on Thursday, aiming to further monitor inflation expectations before any potential shifts in monetary policy, reports Cape {town} Etc. This decision follows a prior reduction from 8.25% at the beginning of […]
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