In a move that could slightly adjust the cost of a tropical getaway for South Africans, Mauritius is introducing a new tourist tax aimed at bolstering public revenue from its booming tourism sector. The island nation, known for its white-sand beaches and luxury resorts, will implement the fee later this year as part of a […] More
Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber has announced that South Africa will roll out its fully digital Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system for short-term tourist visas by the end of September. As reported by Tourism Update, the digital visa system will initially cover visits under 90 days and will be a key part of the […] More
The winter solstice is the shortest day and longest night of the year, marking the point when the Earth’s axial tilt is furthest away from the sun in your hemisphere. It occurs once a year, around 20 or 21 June in the southern hemisphere. In the northern hemisphere, this same day is known as the […] More
Former Democratic Alliance leader Helen Zille has clapped back at criticism that she is “too old” to campaign for the position of Johannesburg’s next mayor. The 74-year-old has expressed her interest in “saving” South Africa’s financial hub after a string of leaders have left the city poorer. In 2008, the woman dubbed “Godzille” won the […] More
Nandipha Magudumana’s appearance in court alongside her co-accused Thabo Bester has left many South Africans wondering what went wrong for the former doctor. Known for her glamorous appearance, successful businesses, perfect family life, and beautiful homes, many believe that the woman in the dock is a shadow of her former self. Nandipha and Bester are […] More
Skytrax has crowned the best of the best airlines in various categories in their annual World Airline Awards, held on 17 June 2025. Amongst these categories was Best Low-Cost Airline in Africa, and one South African budget airline has walked off with the title. Beating out both LIFT Airline, which was awarded the same title […] More
Kendrick Lamar has been on his Grand National Tour with SZA. His most recent stop was in Toronto, Canada. KENDRICK POPPED OUT IN DRAKE’S CITY The overly publicised feud between Kendrick and Drake reached a fever pitch when Lamar took to the stage at the Rogers Centre and let loose with a selection of his […] More
The Western Cape isn’t short on drama when it comes to scenery. Jagged cliffs, turquoise waves, and mountain backdrops combine for some of the most spectacular coastal walks in South Africa. From Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay, the scenery along those walks is something you’ll never forget! So, whether you’re chasing solitude, sea spray, or […] More
Retired cricketer Herschelle Gibbs has clapped back at calls for him to apologise to Proteas captain Temba Bavuma, based on his past criticism of the player. Bavuma led the national cricket team to a historic victory at the ICC World Test Championships over the weekend. Over the years, the squad’s first test captain has repeatedly […] More
The eThekwini Municipality has once again released updated information regarding which Durban beaches and public pools are safe and open for swimming. According to the municipality, as of 12 June, five more Durban beaches have been closed for swimming due to poor water quality. This is in addition to the previously closed Anstey’s beach. The currently […] More
If you are considering taking THC for recreational purposes or its wide variety of potential health benefits, but do not want to deal with the hassles of smoke. Tinctures are a great option to consider. Tinctures contain precise doses of highly concentrated cannabis extracts in a liquid form, and can be consumed easily and discreetly. […] More
South Africans returned to work on Tuesday having enjoyed a long weekend thanks to Monday’s Youth Day public holidays. No doubt, eyes will have quickly turned to the next public holiday on the calendar. However, there’s some BAD news in that regard! The next public holiday is scheduled to be National Women’s Day on Saturday, […] More
