Malema calls for Orania’s abolition, pledges to act
EFF leader has committed to taking steps to dismantle Orania, the all-white town in South Africa located on private land.
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Public backlash as Tshwane Mayor labelled a ‘mampara’
Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya faced backlash and was labelled a ‘mampara’ following her extravagant entrance at her…
Orania hits back at Malema over controversial remarks
Orania residents have pledged to oppose EFF leader Julius Malema’s call for the abolition of their Afrikaner-only town.
DStv to raise prices again from 1 May due to VAT hike
DStv increased its prices on 1 April – and another hike is set for 1 May. Here’s a look at what subscribers will be paying…
Quad biking: five eco-friendly adventure spots in South Africa
Discover the best eco-friendly quad biking spots in South Africa, from the valleys of Franschhoek to urban Soweto.
Trump cites nervousness as reason for pausing tariffs
US President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on China, escalating tensions into a full-blown economic showdown between the two global powers.
Rob Hersov: Black voters are shifting focus as ANC loses ground
Businessman Rob Hersov says black South Africans are turning away from the ANC as the ruling party loses support.
AfriForum demands answers over Afrikaans news blackout
AfriForum has requested viewership data following the SABC’s failure to broadcast the Afrikaans news bulletin.
Six charming small towns in SA perfect for a family Easter weekend getaway
Planning a family escape this Easter? Don’t miss these six hidden gem small towns perfect for a memorable weekend away…
Orania community supports young girl after tragic shooting
A tragic murder-suicide in the whites-only town of Orania has left a 12-year-old girl without both parents after she witnessed the incident unfold.
Rob Hersov supports US decision to cut funding to South Africa, blaming the ANC
South African businessman Rob Hersov supports the United States cutting financial aid to South Africa, amid rising tensions…
Rand strengthens as Trump halts tariffs for 90 days
US President Donald Trump pauses tariffs for 90 days, leading to a dramatic rebound in the rand. Discover how global markets reacted…
Mbalula claims Malema-Shivambu fallout is all for show
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula dismisses the feud between Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambu as ‘fiction’…
South Africans outraged by Mardi Gras ‘Zulu’ parade
South Africans are outraged over the “Zulu” parade at New Orleans Mardi Gras, which featured controversial imagery…
Cape Town rolls out mandatory electricity meters
Cape Town is rolling out free smart prepaid electricity meters in areas like Woodstock and Salt River from April to June 2025.
Eskom’s 11-hour maintenance to affect Johannesburg’s water supply
Eskom will carry out maintenance at the Daleside Substation in Johannesburg, resulting in 11-hour water supply disruptions.
Basic Education misses deadline to remove pit toilets in schools
South Africa’s Department of Basic Education misses its deadline to eradicate pit toilets in schools with some schools still…
Cape Town schedules nine-hour water outage
Cape Town residents in several areas are set to experience a nine-hour water shutdown on 10 April due to…
Authorities tighten E-Bike rules with new traffic law
A new traffic law now classifies high-speed E-Bikes in South Africa as motor vehicles, requiring registration and licences.
Vaal Dam keeps five sluice gates open
The Department of Water and Sanitation has kept five sluice gates open at the Vaal Dam to manage rising water levels.
Four Durban beaches closed in the lead-up to the Easter weekend
Just before the bustling Easter weekend, four of Durban’s beaches have been temporarily closed for swimming. Here’s what you need to know…