An investigation has been launched following the discovery of dead geese and other birds at Zoo Lake in Johannesburg. As confirmed by the Zoo Lake Users Committee, the carcasses of more than 20 waterbirds – including Egyptian geese – were discovered at Zoo Lake on Sunday, 1 November 2026. This prompted concerned park visitors and […] More

Teachers in South Africa and Botswana earn different salaries, with qualifications, experience and job grades playing an important role in determining their monthly earnings. The two neighbouring countries have different public-sector salary structures, but advertised salary scales provide an interesting comparison of what educators can earn. South Africa’s 2026 teacher salary scales show that educators’ […] More

MK Party MP Andile Mngxitama has seemingly backtracked on his comments mocking the farm attack on North West cattle farmer, Donovan Marx. The outspoken politician came under fire after he claimed that chopping off Marx’s ears was “symbolic” to “denote the refusal of land thieves to listen”. Five suspects – including one who once worked […] More

Celebrity Come Dine With Me is bringing one of Mzansi’s most recognisable digital stars into a very different spotlight.  Lasizwe Dambuza is best known for making his guests squirm on camera. This time, he is the one under pressure, and he admits the kitchen did not always go to plan. The YouTuber and Awkward Dates host is one of 24 […] More

The SASSA review system has come under scrutiny yet again, as the agency vows increased stricter action in 2027. One reader of The South African, Rita Cronje, gives insight into what the process feels like from the queue. Her grant was stopped in August 2026, she says, so she emailed her Limpopo office. To which […] More