Freedom Day should make us beware of selective memory. Beware the stories that are told too softly. Beware the speeches that turn struggle into sentiment. Beware the version of our history that makes it sound as if freedom arrived because everyone suddenly agreed to hold hands, forgive one another, sing together and build a rainbow…
South Africa’s democracy must be measured by its ability to improve people’s daily lives, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday as the country marked 32 years since its first democratic elections. Delivering the Freedom Day address in Bloemfontein, Ramaphosa said the promise of freedom must be reflected in “material change in people’s lives”. Dignity depended…
An old 1930s power station has been turned into a 5-star hotel and spa in South Africa.
Cheap extension cords that don’t comply with South African compulsory specifications pose a heightened risk of causing a fire.
Geordin Hill-Lewis, the mayor of Cape Town, was elected as the new Federal Leader of South Africa’s second-biggest political party, the Democratic Alliance (DA), on 12 April 2025, succeeding John Steenhuisen.
Another African country is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for some of South Africa’s most important companies.
Despite public criticism, Kurt Darren’s quirky new song, 6 7, has enjoyed massive success on music streaming platforms. The track – which features the lyrics of a viral internet meme – was released last month. Darren has claimed that it is a “feel-good nostalgic song” based on a family road trip. KURT DARREN’S ‘6 7’…
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has clapped back at a death hoax that has gone viral on Facebook The post comes shortly after the 55-year-old attended the funeral service of Makgalemele Donald Molepo, the father of Polokwane mayor, Makoro John Mpe, in Limpopo. FIKILE MBALULA DISMISSES DEATH HOAX On Facebook, digital creator Boy Mamabol posted an…
South African social media users have joked about selling their stash of original ProNutro for a small fortune. This comes as the popular breakfast brand has come under fire for changing its recipe. PepsiCo, the manufacturer, has responded to the backlash, vowing to tweak the formula. SOUTH AFRICANS JOKE ABOUT SELLING ORIGINAL PRONUTRO On TikTok,…
Sarah Langa has praised her partner, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, on his 50th cap for the Stormers. The rugby star and the beauty guru have recently rekindled their romance after a brief split. SARAH LANGA PRAISES SACHA ON HIS 50TH CAP Over the weekend, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu played his 50th test match for the Stormers in their game…