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Proteas Women skipper, Laura Wolvaardt, says she's excited to play the first of three T20 Internationals against Ireland on Friday at Newlands stadium in Cape Town, one of world cricket's most iconic venues. The Proteas Women last played at Newlands in the final of the 2023 T20 World Cup which South Africa lost to Australia. "First time playing here since that World Cup final, two or three years ago. I […]
Social media users are rallying behind pop star Sabrina Carpenter after the White House hit back at her criticism over the use of her music. The controversy erupted when the White House posted a video of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests set to Carpenter’s hit Juno. The clip even quoted her lyric, "Have you ever tried this one? Bye-bye," a line she famously used on tour to introduce a […]
Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, says the province has placed the majority of Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners for the 2026 academic year, but warns that infrastructure challenges — mainly linked to municipalities — continue to hinder the department’s progress. Chiloane confirmed that over 300,000 learners have been placed, noting that the department received more than 820,000 applications for entry grades. He told the media on Thursday that all […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will not lobby any country following threats by the United States to block Pretoria’s participation in next year’s G20 summit. His remarks come amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries. Yesterday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated the country's position, that South Africa will not be invited to G20 meetings in Miami. The US has criticised South Africa’s foreign policy positions and […]
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief, Commissioner Julius Mkhwanazi, has denied installing blue lights on vehicles belonging to alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Mkhwanazi is accused of abusing state resources to benefit associates, including allegedly granting Matlala’s vehicles unlawful blue-light privileges and signing an open-ended security tender with Matlala’s company, CAT VIP Protection. He told the commission that he was suspended for three months over allegations he […]
The National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA) has expressed its satisfaction with Parliament's decision to reject the motion to raise the matric pass mark from 30% to 50%. The union considers the proposal "emotional" rather than practical, arguing that the 30% pass mark enables learners who may not be academically inclined to still obtain a matric certificate. Yesterday, MPs voted against BOSA’s motion, which called for a […]
The case of alleged crime boss and suspected mastermind behind DJ Sumbody’s murder, Katiso “KT” Molefe, has been transferred to the Johannesburg High Court, with the State confirming that all outstanding dockets against him have now been consolidated. Molefe appeared briefly at the Alexandra Magistrates Court on Wednesday alongside his three co-accused. They face a long list of charges - including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and possession of unlicensed […]
The family of slain scientist, Dorcas 'Didi' Lekganyane, says it is preparing for a difficult road ahead as the trial into their her murder approaches. Lekganyane was stabbed to death in July 2024 at her Bramley home, allegedly by his husband, Cecil Kekana. He was found next to her lifeless body after he allegedly tried to commit suicide following the incident. Her family says Kekana may have felt threatened by […]
The Springboks have been pitted against Italy, Georgia and Romania in Pool B for the 2027 Rugby World Cup following Wednesday’s draw in Sydney, Australia. Italy, who faced the Boks in three Tests this year, are expected to offer the toughest pool challenge, while Georgia and Romania will bring the trademark physicality of Eastern European rugby teams. The Springboks became the second team after New Zealand to retain the William […]
Orlando Pirates have confirmed that defender, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, will join Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fire. The 20-year-old Pirates vice captain has secured a lucrative January transfer to the United States of America, reportedly valued at $3 million, following a steady rise since joining the Buccaneers. "Chicago Fire FC today announced that the Club has acquired defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from Orlando Pirates of South Africa’s Betway Premiership,” the MLS […]
