South Africa’s motorists are facing another potentially painful fuel-price increase in October, with the latest Central Energy Fund (CEF) figures showing petrol, diesel and illuminating paraffin recoveries deep in the red. The latest data available in mid-September points to increases of well over R2 a litre for all fuel grades if current trends continue through […] More
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has expressed his delight on how the first 12 matches of the season went. The Buccaneers are unbeaten this campaign, having registed 10 wins and two draws. Speaking to KickOff, Ouaddou praised his troops and credited the pre-season preparation for the club’s good form. “I have to give them […] More
Rassie Erasmus is renowned as a master of creativity and innovation, and in recent times the Springbok boss has led the way in terms of embracing the multi-faceted value of a ‘hybrid player’. This has primarily seen Andre Esterhuizen deployed at both inside centre and on the flank, making the 32-year-old one of the most […] More
South Africa’s one-off Test against Australia will impact local teams heading into the URC this weekend. On Tuesday, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named the final XV for the clash in Perth on 26 September. With the announcement comes an inevitable knock-on effect for the Stormers, Sharks, Bulls, and Lions. Here’s which teams are set to […] More
Mamelodi Sundowns appear to have beaten Orlando Pirates to the signing of AmaZulu FC defender Wandile Dube. With the transfer window closing on Monday, Masandawana have continued to strengthen their squad, adding another defensive option as they look to build greater depth at the back. According to FARPost, Dube has signed a permanent three-year deal […] More
South African investigative journalist Micah Reddy has gone missing in Djibouti while on assignment, along with local fixer Kooki Mahmoud. Reddy, the Africa coordinator at the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), last contacted colleagues on Saturday, 19 September. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has confirmed that it is aware of the […] More
Non-profit organisation (NPO) Women For Change expressed that as an organisation they do not believe the lack of the death penalty is the problem in South Africa. This comes as a 10th dead body was found, this time in Soweto, Gauteng. WOMEN FOR CHANGE SHARE STANCE ON DEATH PENALTY NPO Women for Change, who advocate […] More
The 2026/27 Betway Premiership season may still be in its early stages, but already there’s interest in the leading scorers in the tournament. Last season, Golden Arrows’ Junior Dion proved to be the deadliest striker in the country with 14 goals. Unbreakable record? Once again, it’s highly unlikely that anyone will break – or even come […] More
South Africa is home to some of the biggest companies on the continent, and a number of familiar names have now received international recognition for their levels of trust. Newsweek’s 2026 World’s Most Trustworthy Companies ranking features 10 companies headquartered in South Africa, spanning sectors including retail, banking, healthcare, mining and industrial equipment. The ranking […] More
