It’s been 18 months since Amazon launched in South Africa, going head-to-head with homegrown e-commerce giant Takealot. As such, there were expectations that the American online retail platform would outperform and outclass its South African counterpart. In reality, Takealot has held its own against Amazon, so much so that it still remains a favourite among […] More
Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s Deputy Director General Clayson Monyela has poked fun at Gareth Cliff’s prediction about the G20 Summit. This comes after 20 delegates from around the world, including one representing the AU and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, attended the two-day event in Johannesburg. DIRCO DDG POKES FUN AT GARETH CLIFF’S […] More
The summer holidays are around the corner, and the road trip is loading. If you have ever been trapped in a car with bickering siblings and snacks dissolving under the seats, you know surviving long drives with kids can be daunting. But what if your next family road trip could be smoother? With a few […] More
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has issued an urgent safety warning to boaters and recreational users at Hartbeespoort Dam, where rapidly expanding water hyacinth is creating hazardous and potentially life-threatening conditions. Large sections of the dam are now covered by dense mats of floating hyacinth, and authorities say the situation is deteriorating quickly as […] More
If your baby’s teeth emerged earlier than everyone else’s, you have probably wondered why. Some parents credit great genes, while others think their little one is ahead of others their age. Scientists are now exploring whether the timing of teething may begin taking shape long before birth, inside the womb. A new study from the […] More
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has unveiled a new online portal that will allow thousands of South Africans – many of whom now live abroad – to easily check and reinstate their citizenship. This follows a landmark Constitutional Court ruling earlier this year. The Citizenship Reinstatement Portal, announced on Monday by Home Affairs […] More
Imagine a haven where art aficionados and nature enthusiasts can converge. Here, they can enjoy the masterpieces crafted by the hands of man and Mother Nature alike. The Dylan Lewis Sculpture Garden is such a haven. Located in the Western Cape town of Stellenbosch, this sprawling, seven-hectare garden is ruled by over 60 striking sculptures, […] More
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and his estranged wife, Rachel Kolisi both celebrated their daughter, Keziah on her eighth birthday on Sunday 23 November. SIYA AND RACHEL KOLISI CELEBRATE DAUGHTER’S BIRTHDAY Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and Rachel Kolisi’s daughter turned eight on 23 November. Both parents took to Instagram to celebrate their little girl on her […] More
Two wine estates in South Africa have landed in the top ten of The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2025 list. Now in its seventh year, this year’s list – curated by William Reed, a media company that notably provides data-driven insight to the global food and drink industry – was announced most recently in Margaret […] More
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus has responded to criticism of him giving a thumbs up to the crowd – which was mistaken for trolling his critics – after South Africa beat Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. The host country lost 24-13 to its rugby rivals. RASSIE ERASMUS SETS RECORD STRAIGHT ON THUMBS UP VIDEO […] More
There is finally encouraging news for the unemployment rate in South Africa. After three consecutive quarters of joblessness increasing, the number is finally trending in the right direction. Ranging from July to September 2025, 17.1 million residents were employed in South Africa. As a result, according to the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) for Q3 […] More
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has been rumoured to be dating influencer Rachel John, who is she? DOES SIYA KOLISI HAVE A NEW GIRLFRIEND Rumours began swirling of Siya Kolisi’s new romance after fans identified a woman seated next to him at the recent ATP Tour Finals in Turin. The woman was revealed to be a […] More
