South Africa’s tourism sector smashed records in 2025, welcoming 10.48 million international arrivals, a 17.6% jump from 2024 and the highest number ever recorded, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille announced on Tuesday. “Tourism is working. Tourism is delivering,” said De Lille at a press briefing, reaffirming the sector’s role as a key engine of economic […]
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South Africans can’t stop laughing at TikTokker’s dog name An American TikTok creator recently left South Africans both amused and slightly bewildered after revealing the name of his dog: Khumalo. Keon Blue, who often shares late-night musings on the platform, posted a video lying next to his bull boxer, casually stroking the dog while reflecting […]
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Families’ heartbreak captured live sparks outrage The early hours of Monday, January 19, brought heartbreak to Vanderbijlpark when a scholar transport vehicle collided with a truck, tragically claiming the lives of 12 pupils. Families arrived at the scene to identify their children, only to have their grief broadcast live on Newzroom Afrika (DStv 405). Award-winning […]
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There is no easing into this tournament for Banyana Banyana. If captain Lebogang Ramalepe has her way, South Africa’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign will begin at full throttle from the very first whistle. Banyana open their WAFCON journey against Tanzania on 17 March in Morocco, and Ramalepe has made it clear that […]
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The South African Government is embracing the latest findings from the World Bank, which indicate a promising economic outlook for the nation, reports Cape {town} Etc. According to the assessment, South Africa’s economy is expected to grow by 1.3% in 2025, buoyed by a more dependable electricity supply, a bountiful agricultural harvest, and a notable […]
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The Department of Transport plans to amend Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA) to eliminate the current legal alcohol consumption limit, effectively stating that any level of alcohol in the blood while driving will be considered illegal, reports Cape {town} Etc. Presently, South African law penalises general drivers for exceeding a blood […]
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Parents feel the squeeze as the school year begins For many South African families, January brings excitement, new beginnings… and financial stress. From textbooks to transport, uniforms to school fees, the start of the school year is a test of how far your rands can stretch. Mpumi Mavi, a mother of a Grade 10 learner, […]
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16 Hours, One Woman, and a Ford Ranger: A Solo Road Trip to Remember There’s something quietly thrilling about taking the wheel of a powerful bakkie and heading solo from Johannesburg to Cape Town. For me, it was 16 hours behind the wheel of a Ford Ranger XLT 2.0L diesel automatic, and I couldn’t have […]
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The Mind That Never Sleeps: Why South Africans Overthink More Than Anyone Else If you’ve ever lain awake at 2am replaying a conversation, worrying about your next rent payment, or stressing over whether to buy brown or white bread, welcome to the club. You’re part of a global phenomenon—but according to a new study, you’re […]
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Woolworths Shoppers Beware: Scammers Are Targeting South Africans South African shoppers are being urged to stay vigilant after a noticeable surge in online scams falsely linked to Woolworths. The retail giant recently alerted customers to fraudulent promotions circulating across social media, WhatsApp, and other online platforms, all promising boxes of Woolworths products at unbelievably low […]
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Are Siya Kolisi and Rachel John Officially Together? Fans Say Evidence is Stacking Up Birthday Clues and Instagram Sleuthing Siya Kolisi and Dutch model Rachel John have sparked romance rumours that refuse to die down and this time, the evidence is hard to ignore. Fans went digital detective mode after noticing Kolisi’s presence at John’s […]
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Beware of Fake Inspectors: SABC Clears the Air on TV Licence Scams Scammers on the Prowl South Africans are being urged to stay alert after reports surfaced of individuals pretending to be SABC TV licence inspectors. According to the public broadcaster, these impostors are allegedly attempting to gain access to homes under false pretences, sometimes […]
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