Not for the first time, Orania has recorded a lone EFF voter during an Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) election. According to voter results, the Afrikaner-only town, which falls under the Northern Cape’s Thembelihle Municipality, received an overwhelming majority led by the Freedom Front Plus party, led by Pieter Groenewald. ORANIA’S EFF VOTER GOES […] More
When it comes to maintaining adequate blood stocks in South Africa, it can be incredibly challenging. For starters, a unit of blood only lasts 42 days after collection. Then, there’s also the irregular and often unpredictable nature of medical demand to consider. Moreover, blood donation centres depend on voluntary donors, whose availability may fluctuate during […] More
A South African restaurant has secured a place among the world’s 35 best, giving the country’s fine-dining scene another major international achievement. Cape Town’s La Colombe has been ranked 35th in The 50 Best Restaurants 2026, as well as earning the title of Best Restaurant in Africa. The announcement was made at the awards ceremony […] More
British comedian and actor Russell Brand has been found guilty of rape and three sexual assaults following a trial at London’s Southwark Crown Court. Brand, 51, closed his eyes but showed no emotion as the jury delivered the verdicts. He was convicted on Thursday after denying the allegations against him. According to the BBC, he […] More
Grant recipients are questioning whether the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) applies its review process fairly across all grant types. Commenting on The South African’s Facebook page, several South Africans shared strong views on who should face scrutiny as SASSA continues to send review notices to beneficiaries. PENSIONERS FEEL SINGLED OUT Petra Etsebeth believes […] More
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed the social grant payment dates for December 2026. Payments return to the regular schedule after November’s once-off adjustment. In a media statement issued on 28 October 2026, SASSA said the payment dates for December 2026 through to March 2027 “will remain as initially announced.” SASSA PAYMENT […] More
Ever wondered what it would cost to have a Table Mountain cable car all to yourself? The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) offers an exclusive private service for visitors looking for a more special way to experience one of Cape Town’s biggest attractions. The package is available to local and international visitors and can […] More
The future of the SASSA SRD grant hangs in the balance, as millions await the Supreme Court of Appeal’s ruling. Back on 25 August 2026, government challenged the Gauteng High Court. The SCA’s judgment was reserved and is yet to be handed down, with no clear indication of when that might be. Nevertheless, here’s what […] More
Property sellers are being urged to remove five common distractions before welcoming prospective buyers, as competition in the market makes first impressions increasingly important. While buyer demand remains active, sellers cannot afford to make purchasers work hard to appreciate a property, says Samuel Seeff, chairman of the Seeff Property Group. Seeff says buyers often form […] More
Two white males – who claimed to be first-time voters – are accused of trolling the ANC, and Secretary General Fikile Mbalula – after they pledged to vote for the political party in the local government elections on Wednesday, 4 November. The youth were later seen supporting a rival party – MK Party. WHITE YOUNG […] More
Botswana’s wildlife filmmaking industry is mourning the death of acclaimed cinematographer and conservation storyteller Brad Bestelink, whose work brought the Okavango Delta to audiences around the world. Bestelink’s death was announced by South Africa’s Old Trevertonians’ Association, which remembered him as a respected filmmaker, talented sportsman and former school cricket captain. The circumstances of his […] More
Kruger National Park is the highlight of the South African lowveld. Developers and investors flock to the region to benefit from tourism. But you can also retire there or get holiday accommodation within driving distance of the most popular gates. These are your options. Homes start from R300 000 close to Kruger National Park You […] More
