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I spent the better part of a week last month in the Western Cape of South Africa. I was briefly in the vineland around Stellenbosch and a little further west in the Swartland, and then in Cape Town for the country’s big wine show, Cape Wine. It was my first time back in 13 years, …

The EX90 is exceptional, then, but there’s one problem. It’s totally inconsiderate of how humans behave. Cars are still practical devices used to improve our lives – convenience items for sure, luxury items yes, but still primarily used as functional tools. Volvo has turned up the innovative notch on so many parts of driving and …

A farm labourer was “accidentally” shot dead, allegedly by an 11-year-old boy shooting guinea fowl, at a farm in Thabazimbi in Limpopo on Saturday morning. Police were called to the scene after reports of a shooting. “On arrival, they discovered the body of an African male, estimated to be in his thirties, lying on his …

In a compelling interview, renowned forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan laid bare a series of disturbing allegations involving KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The conversation exposed the underbelly of South Africa’s embattled police services, raising concerns about the true motives behind Mkhwanazi’s meteoric rise and his recent public crusade against crime. Since his headline-grabbing …

South Africa The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has moved quickly to set the record straight on false reports spreading across social media about changes to school reopening dates. In a media release issued on 11 October 2025, the department confirmed that all public schools will open as planned on Monday, 13 October 2025, marking …

The South African banking sector is poised for further disruption as one of the world’s largest digital banks, Revolut, prepares to enter the local market. The London-headquartered fintech Revolut is driving an expansion into emerging markets following last Wednesday’s announcement that it will launch a payments platform in India. Founded in 2015 by Nikolay Storonsky …

The military unit joined protesters on Saturday, but President Andry Rajoelina called it an ‘attempt to seize power illegally’ The South African government on Sunday said it is concerned about the developments in Madagascar, after a renegade military unit said it was taking control of armed forces in the island nation. The CAPSAT army unit on …

Open-Ed The progress in power generation across Africa has been encouraging: 26 GW of renewables-based generation capacity added in the last 10 years, according to the Renewable Energy Market Analysis report.  But millions of people remain in the dark as population growth and electricity demand outpace infrastructure development. The reason? Stressed public utilities and under-investment in …

South Africa’s men’s hockey team began their Africa Cup of Nations title defence with a 3–1 victory over Kenya in Ismailia, Egypt, on Sunday afternoon. The opening day of action had seen the South Africans awarded a 5–0 walkover when Zambia failed to honour their fixture on Saturday, but Sunday’s clash against Kenya provided the …

Sunday, October 12, 2025 South Africa has called for “calm and restraint” in Madagascar following recent political developments in the island country. This as the country’s capital, Antananarivo, has been mired protests over the last two weeks. “The Government of the Republic of South Africa has noted with deep concern the recent political developments in …

In South Africa’s complex property market, cash buyers find themselves in a unique position, with distinct advantages and potential pitfalls. While buying a home outright with cash may seem ideal, it’s crucial to consider the broader implications of such a decision, says Antonie Goosen, principal and founder of Meridian Realty. The advantages of buying property …

Taste the Music. Where Culture Takes Center Stage. An outdoor, multigenre festival celebrating music, food, and community. From amapiano to R&B, house to hip-hop, Milk + Cookies blends global sounds with local culture for one unforgettable celebration. Vibrant stages, curated food vendors, immersive art installations, and the kind of energy that turns a crowd into …

YE in South Africa 13 December 2025 December 13 • 5:00 PM Ellis Park Stadium • Johannesburg From R935 Collaborative Platforms: The rise of collaborative platforms allows journalists to share resources and expertise across different media outlets. Read More at the Source

The South African government has good news for its public workers. Starting October 10 2025 all government employees will get a 22% bonus on their salaries. This big increase will help workers deal with higher prices and living costs. The government made this decision official & sent out orders to all departments. Many workers are …

BMW South Africa has pulled the wraps off two new, limited-run, special editions that pay homage to the cult classics; the BMW 325iS and the BMW 333i. With long and storied histories in South Africa, these two E30 derivatives were not only a mode of transport, but represented so much more to the youth and …

Starting November 1, 2025, the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) in South Africa will officially shift the retirement age for public sector employees from 65 to 67 years. This major policy adjustment aims to improve pension sustainability and align with increasing life expectancy across the country. The move will impact thousands of teachers, healthcare workers, …

Big news for South African government workers! The state will give public employees much better allowances starting in October 2025. Workers will get a 22% increase in their regular payments plus a special one-time bonus if they qualify. This change happened because worker unions kept asking for higher pay to match rising prices. The new …

The family of the late Ambassador to France Nathi Mthethwa has fetched his body from the mortuary in Richards Bay. His body arrived yesterday from France and spent the night at the mortuary before his burial tomorrow. He is on his way to his homestead of KwaMbonambi some 50 kilometers away. His church leaders from …

More than 500 people in the Western Cape were poisoned in just six months by common household cleaning products such as bleach, detergents, air fresheners and polishes. The statistics, gleaned from the provincial Poisons Information Helpline, were released this week by the Western Cape department of health and wellness. “With school holidays in full swing, …

Retail giant Walmart is preparing to make its long-awaited debut in South Africa, and it’s coming with a bold promise: to bring its world-famous low prices to local shoppers. The American powerhouse, founded in 1962 by brothers Sam and James ‘Bud’ Walton in Arkansas, has grown from a single discount store into a global retail …

An American think tank is calling for the US to pressure South Africa into punishing organisations and individuals who advocate for Palestinian rights.  In August, the Foundation for Defence of Democracies (FDD) urged the US government to impose “diplomatic pressure and targeted sanctions that would restrict the operations of key Hamas supporters in South Africa” …

Government wishes to update South Africans and the international community about the details for the Special Official Funeral of the late Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa as follows: 1. Funeral Service  The late Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral Category 2 as declared by President Ramaphosa on the 8th of October 2025.  …

11 October 2025 — SARS needs to state upfront that when this matter arose in 2011 Mr Tshepo Lucky Montana was not a political representative, and this matter can therefore never be about his politics or a political witch-hunt. Mr Tshepo Lucky Montana (“Mr Montana”), a member of Parliament, initiated a public attack on the …

The closure of the Denny Mushrooms farm in Phesantekraal in the Western Cape has sparked speculation over the feasibility of mushroom farming and whether the local market will now face a supply shortage. Mushroom farmers who can increase production to fill the gap left by the closing of Denny Mushrooms’ Phesantekraal facility will benefit from …