Get Ready for the Crunch: Korea’s Genesis BBQ Lands in South Africa South Africans’ love affair with fried chicken is about to hit a bold new high note. Genesis BBQ, one of South Korea’s most famous fast-food chicken chains, is making its debut in South Africa, bringing its signature ultra-crisp coatings and inventive Korean flavours […]
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‘We Are Also the Problem’: Siya Kolisi Takes a Bold Stand Against GBV In a country still grappling with the devastating rates of gender-based violence, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi is once again using his influence to spark change. The rugby star has joined thousands of South Africans in turning his social media profile picture purple, […]
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South Africa is seeing a marked uptick in the trade of counterfeit luxury items, driven by high demand, sophisticated technology and a booming influencer culture. According to News24, the market for these ‘super fakes’ is expanding rapidly, putting buyers and promoters at increasing risk of legal and financial consequences These replicas are not your typical […]
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The World Bank has approved a R15.9 billion loan to South Africa to underpin a six-year urban renewal programme aimed at restoring municipal services and boosting city resilience, reports Cape {town} Etc. According to Business Insider Africa the funding will support performance-based investments in essential services such as water supply, electricity distribution and solid-waste management, […]
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Civil society slams NDMC’s decision as out of touch with reality South Africa’s battle against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) has taken a new turn, with activist group Women For Change (WFC) publicly condemning the government after their call to declare GBVF a national disaster was rejected. The rejection, delivered by National Disaster Management Centre […]
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South African travellers will soon have three new direct flight routes to look forward to, connecting the country more easily with Spain, Mozambique, and Zanzibar. The new routes mark a boost in air connectivity as airlines respond to a surge in travel demand, expanding tourism, and growing trade links across Africa and Europe. The biggest […]
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For Siya Kolisi, rugby has always been more than a game—it’s a story of hope, resilience and the power of unity. And on the night he celebrated his 100th Test for the Springboks, those values shone brighter than ever as South Africa beat France 32-17 in Paris. It wasn’t the fairytale most captains dream of. […]
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A marriage in the spotlight When veteran South African actor Sello Maake kaNcube and former media personality Pearl Mbewe married in 2021, many viewed them as one of Mzansi’s most glamorous celebrity couples. Their high-profile union and subsequent split after four years drew public fascination and speculation. Pearl opens up Recently, Pearl took to Instagram […]
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CAF Expands Women’s Africa Cup Of Nations To 16 Teams African women’s football is set for its biggest stage yet. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco will expand from 12 to 16 teams, marking a bold step forward for the continental game. […]
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Natasha Vermaak Reveals She’s Expecting a Baby Girl Former Miss South Africa Natasha Vermaak (née Joubert) and her husband, Enrico Vermaak, are celebrating a very special milestone: the couple is expecting their first child and it’s a girl! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Natasha Vermaak (@natasha_joubert) A Sweet Garden […]
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Explosive Testimony at the Madlanga Commission In a dramatic session at the Madlanga Commission on 30 October 2025, a key witness gave new testimony that could reshape the public’s view of a high-profile case. Witness C claimed that businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala paid the sum of R150 000 for a contract hit on his ex-girlfriend, […]
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A Quick Quip That Hit Social Media One moment on social media, one line that lit up comment sections across South Africa. When Sizwe Dhlomo, noted media personality and host of “Siz The World” on Kaya 959, was asked how one gets rich quickly, his reply was short and cheeky: “Be born an heir.” That […]
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