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Discover the best places for stargazing in South Africa this winter. From Sutherland to the Cederberg, explore top dark-sky destinations for unforgettable night skies. ALSO READ: Winter hikes in South Africa that are actually better in the cold Why winter is the best time for stargazing in South Africa When the temperature drops, the stars …

Dear Young South Africans, On the morning of 16 June 1976, thousands of students rose with purpose in their hearts. They marched through the streets of Soweto — not with weapons, but with bravery and the unshakable belief that they deserved more: the right to learn, to thrive and to define their own future. That …

Celine Abrahams COSAFA CupSouth AfricaH. BroosKaizer ChiefsAngola vs South AfricaAngolaWorld Cup Qualification CAFAfrica Cup of Nations The tactician believes despite missing out on Cosafa gold, some players showed enough to earn a shot in the senior Bafana Bafana squad. Bafana lose 3-0 to Angola Amakhosi coach speaks out He believes some players are ready for …

While policymakers blame high speed limits for contributing to South Africa’s high level of road fatalities, the country’s speed limits aren’t exactly out of sync with the rest of the world. The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) proposed reducing the country’s speed limits by 10km/h across the board in 2022, which it said would help …

June is a significant time across the African continent—marking both Youth Month in South Africa and the day of the African Child on June 16. It is a period of remembrance, hope, and responsibility. In South Africa, June 16 commemorates the courageous Soweto Uprising of 1976, when black students rose against apartheid’s oppressive education system. …

Luke Fraser  ·16 Jun 2025 Global employers are increasingly hiring workers based in South Africa, with many drawn to the highly skilled and cheap workforce. Employer of record and recruitment specialist, the Legends Agency, said that global employers are increasingly turning to South Africa’s workforce to meet their operational needs. With an unemployment rate of …

While much has changed within our Cabinet because of the introduction of other parties, much remains the same. When it first became clear that a national coalition was being formed around the African National Congress (ANC) and the Democratic Alliance (DA), it was already obvious that it would be incredibly diverse. This has led to …

The former Mamelodi Sundowns player has told off critics who claim he can’t deliver for the national team because of his advancing age. Article continues below Tau has been in & out of SA team He is currently a free agent Lion of Judah responds to critics Internet Access: Internet penetration has increased significantly, with …

For the second match in a row, the South African Hockey Men delivered a spirited final-quarter comeback — this time against France — but ultimately fell just short, losing 4-3 in a thrilling encounter in Kuala Lumpur. Having drawn inspiration from their heroic recovery against Wales, South Africa came into the clash full of belief …

Expect very cold conditions from Wednesday until Saturday. The Western Cape and Northern Cape should brace themselves for a week of bad weather conditions. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) issued a warning that the two provinces will experience damaging winds, high waves and a significant drop in temperatures. Damaging winds The forecaster said the …

“For me to be recognized more than just as a Black African cricketer, but to be seen as somebody who has achieved something that the country wanted so much, that’s something which will make me walk around with my chest out, and I just hope that it will inspire the country,” Bavuma added. “For us, …

He adds that aquifers take varying amounts of time to refill, depending on their structure. In some areas it may be a week, but in others, like the Nubian sandstone aquifer in North Africa, “it takes 10,000 years to recharge.”   Turton warns that if we keep using more water than nature can replace, we’ll …

This is the second (and beta) episode of a new podcast series curated by TechCentral’s editorial team and generated by artificial intelligence tools. It’s an experiment for now, but if it works well, we’ll consider making it a regular feature by launching a season 1. Note that even using the most accurate and reliable sources, …

As South Africa weighs the promise of satellite internet, telecommunications experts are warning that it could widen, instead of close, the digital divide. Despite global praise for services like Starlink, critics say the technology is too expensive, too limited, and too disconnected from the realities of rural life in South Africa. Among them is Sean …

Malcolm Libera  ·16 Jun 2025 Mafia-style corruption syndicates have infiltrated various levels of government to create ‘ghost workers’ who receive monthly salaries funded by South African taxpayers. However, there are calls from parliament to do a nationwide audit where public sector workers should report in person to prove they’re not ghost employees. This comes from …

A Mulilo solar energy plant near Prieska in the Northern Cape Just two years after winning the backing of one of the world’s biggest green infrastructure investors, a little-known South African company is rapidly redrawing the country’s energy map. Mulilo Renewable Energy, which received a US$200-million investment from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners in 2023, has since …

An analysis by MyBroadband shows that Gautrain’s new discounted products for lower-income households cost about twice the most expensive fares on the country’s biggest commuter rail service. For many years, the Automobile Association of South Africa has criticised the Gautrain for costing the taxpayers billions of rand and not being affordable for commuters who cannot …

This magnificent anthology will surely emerge as one of the best books out of South Africa this year, if not this decade. I read The Interpreters: South Africa’s New Nonfiction over a weekend, submerging myself in a well-curated set of non-fiction essays with excerpts from graphic novels added to the middle. It was like being …

South African mobile network operators say they will welcome Starlink’s competition in the local market, but at the same time are asking Icasa to first conduct socio-economic impact assessment, delaying its entry by years. Presenting before Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Communication, MTN, Vodacom, and Telkom said they believe Starlink’s entry would contribute to digital inclusion …

DA calls for Parliamentary report into botched return of SANDF troops on Friday, DA further calls for accountability in disastrous SAMIDRC mission, SANDF needs full scale overhaul and not to be treated for DoD’s PR. The Democratic Alliance expresses serious concern over the chaotic and humiliating return of South African soldiers deployed to the failed …

Pieter-Steph du Toit © Getty Images Injured World Rugby Player of the Year Pieter-Steph du Toit was released on Sunday from the South Africa squad preparing for their first four matches of the season, a SA Rugby statement said. The 32-year-old flanker/lock, who plays for Japanese club Toyota Verblitz, is among six injured players who …

Financial services company Alexforbes has created a R5-billion fund to invest in local infrastructure projects in the electricity, water, housing, transport, and ICT sectors, the Sunday Times reports. Gyongyi King, the chief investment officer at Alexforbes Investments, says the company aims to raise R5 billion to generate returns and contribute to economic growth. “We want …

Experts say addiction to drugs and alcohol is contributing to rising youth unemployment and a lack of productivity. They say substance abuse is reducing chances for many young South Africans to enter the labour market or to perform at their peak. However, Productivity South Africa, which works with the global body, the Institute for Development …

A Durban schoolgirl’s efforts in supporting Comrades runners on the 45th cutting near Sherwood have been rewarded, thanks to a businessman, Fred McKenzie, who made an unannounced visit to Northlands Primary School on Friday. Grade seven pupil Maddyson Shepard,12, became an instant hero when videos of her lending support to runners by cheering them on …