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Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy, has raised concern over the risky behaviour of some motorists. Creecy says accidents and fatalities on Mzansi's roads have increased by 3% this festive season, compared to the same time last year. She was releasing the mid-festive season road safety report in the Western Cape, where she emphasised the need for the curbing of further deaths. On Monday, 14 people lost their lives in a devasting […]

Sport Minister, Gayton McKenzie, says he will launch a forensic investigation into the governance and financial affairs of the South African Football Association (SAFA). SAFA has been plagued with financial and governance issues, which have culminated in the association's President, Danny Jordaan, and Chief Financial Officer, Gronie Hluyo, being arrested last month for allegedly defrauding the association of R1.3m. Just last week, McKenzie's department had to step in to rescue […]

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) activist, Mandisa Khanyile, has bemoaned society's disregard for the inherent worth of individuals. Khanyile was condemning attempts by some social media users to justify Sibusiso Mtaka's brutal murder of his fiancé, Nontobeko Cele. The 32-year-old, who later hanged himself on a tree in the Malangeni area in KwaZulu-Natal's Umzinto, shared the disturbing images of his crime on Facebook and confessed to being the culprit. He accused Cele […]

Media personality, Somizi Mhlongo, has sparked a social media stir after issuing a stern warning to beachgoers complaining about crowded beaches during December. The influx of holidaymakers to the coast has led some social media users to express frustration about the prospect of congested and dirty beaches. It hurts the most when it’s said by other black people 💔 pic.twitter.com/jzxpsOa0I9 — Mbali Mashinini (@mbalis_bakery) December 17, 2024   Cape Town […]

Multi award winning artist, Chris Brown, says he will come back to South Africa following his sold out two-day concert over the long weekend. Thousands of fans went to the FNB Stadium to catch a glimpse of the hitmaker and he didn't disappoint. Taking to social media, fans commended the star for giving them an amazing show, which showed off his vocals, dance moves reiterating that he is one of […]

With the holiday season upon us, financial experts are urging South Africans to not just be thrift with their spending but also to plan for any eventualities that could be caused by crime or any other unpredictable event, like accidents. Taking Care of Business' Reskill Leader, Nicky Edwards, is advising Yires to be smart with their December bonuses and not allow the month of December to spoil their healthy financial […]

Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper, Ronwen Williams, hopes that his achievements can be a source of inspiration for South Africans. He was named the Men’s Interclub Player of the Year and Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year at the CAF Awards in Morocco last night. Despite missing out on the Player of the Year crown to Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman, Williams was one of the big winners on the night and […]

Orlando Pirates have announced the departure of defender, Sandile Mthethwa, while also sending midfielder, Katlego Otladisa, out on loan for the remainder of the season. 📰TEAM NEWS 📰 Thank You Sandile 🙏🏾☠️ 💻Full Details: 👉🏾https://t.co/l7yI0lJqV6 ⚫⚪🔴⭐️#OrlandoPirates #OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/IdDQhL3Z0t — Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) December 13, 2024 In a mutual decision, Pirates and Mthethwa parted ways to allow the player to pursue opportunities at a club where he can consistently get playing […]

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) is calling for failure to be normalised in order for children to understand that even if they don't progress to the next grade, it's not the end of the world. SADAG says teens and children need to understand that failure is an inevitable process of life. The group's remarks come after two Grade 10 boys from separate schools in the Vhembe East […]

Social media users have expressed concern for 23-year-old Lily Phillips as she forges ahead with her plan to sleep with a thousand men in one day. The UK-based model says she wants to become the first woman to accomplish this. @lily_phillipss♬ original sound - Lillian Phillips Phillips, who rose to fame as an OnlyFans star, has raised eyebrows across the world with many questioning her mental state. Some have even […]