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JOHANNESBURG – Controversy continues to surround former president Jacob Zuma. Zuma’s name has appeared in the latest release of child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s files. According to the files, Zuma met with Epstein on 5 March 2010 whilst on a state visit to the United Kingdom. A Russian model was reportedly invited to the meeting …
Since the announcement that Chery will be taking over Nissan’s factory in Pretoria, trade unions have been split regarding the decision. Nissan agreed to sell its Rosslyn plant, as well as all of its manufacturing assets, to the Chinese giant. “Subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions, including regulatory approvals, Chery SA will purchase the …
The South African motoring industry ended 2025 on a high note across both the new and pre-owned car markets, recording sales figures not seen since before the Covid-19 pandemic. While December saw a small drop in sales compared to November’s exceptional figures, the industry ended the year with a stronger annual performance and improved market …
South Africa’s media sector is experiencing an influx of money at a time when many people have been preparing the industry’s eulogy. On Monday, 2 February 2026, Rob Rose announced that Apex Publishing Enterprises has acquired Currency News and Miningmx. Apex Publishing Enterprises is the media arm of Apex Capital Partners, an investment firm led …
Matt Smith has long been recognised as the voice of South African Rally Raid – but in January 2026, that voice echoed across the world’s biggest motorsport stage. Fresh from the Dakar Rally, where he was invited by ASO (Amaury Sport Organisation) to join the global broadcast team, Smith reflects on a journey that began …
Luke Fraser ·2 Feb 2026 South Africa is one of the most difficult countries in the world in which to collect debt, but local creditors also struggle to get outstanding payments from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and China. Allianz Trade has published the fourth edition of its Collection Complexity Score and Rating, which provides a …
The CEO of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA), Wayne Duvenage, recently interviewed energy analyst Chris Yelland regarding Eskom and government demands to register their home solar systems. Eskom and some municipalities have given people with solar panels and battery storage systems until 31 March 2026 to register and migrate to more expensive post-paid and …
There is a determined narrative that mathematics and the arts are polar opposites. Curiosity about this argument became the spark that led me to the idea of ASSITEJ SA’s “art-rich schools.” Being connected to an organisation committed to spotlighting the transformative power of theatre and the performing arts in nurturing young people’s imagination only intensified …
More than 100 Mountain Club members from across the country made their way to the Cederberg in early October for the 2025 MCSA National Meet, hosted by the Tygerberg Section. Over 10 days, Sanddrif served as the hub for a steady flow of hikers and climbers, with around 80 campers each night. Roughly 50 members …
1 February 2026By Staff Writer These are the preliminary recorded rainfall figures for the 24-hour period ending at 8am on Sunday 1 February 2026, according to the SA Weather Service and readings that we get from other sources. The total recorded rainfall for December 2025 across South Africa is available by clicking here. Recorded rainfall …
Thank you so much for honouring our invitation, as weembark on the South-East Asia journey. We found it prudent to make our first stop here in Singapore before we go off to Malaysia and Indonesia. This year marks 32 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between our country and Singapore. Our visit, to your …
The fate of trade relations between the US and Africa is reaching a tipping point. As a part of the government funding package, the Senate passed a short-term extension to revive AGOA, the US-Africa trade program. But even if the package succeeds when it returns to the House in the coming days, there are jitters …
Shelby Talcott and Yinka Adegoke The Trump administration is overhauling how it handles aid to Africa with an aim towards dislodging China from “priority” sectors in the region — not from the entire continent. The administration’s approach, which Nick Checker, the State Department’s head of the Bureau of African Affairs, outlined in an interview with …
PSL Betway Premiership – South Africa’s Premier Football League The PSL Betway Premiership is the pinnacle of South African football, where the country’s top clubs battle it out for glory, pride, and championship status. From electrifying derbies to last-minute goals, the league delivers non-stop action, passion, and unforgettable moments. Join thousands of fans across the …
JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa is set to deliver an unforgettable Pink Day when the Proteas Men host the West Indies in the final KFC T20 International (T20I) at a sold-out DP World Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday, 31 January. The match will mark the first time the national side takes the field in a …
The retirement age was created many decades ago when people lived shorter lives and were not expected to need income for long periods after stopping work. Today many South African citizens stay healthy and productive well into their late sixties and beyond. Financial pressures like inflation and rising healthcare costs have made fixed retirement ages …
Tulela Safari Lodge lies within the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, a privately protected area that forms part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem. The reserve is unfenced, allowing wildlife to move freely between Klaserie, Kruger National Park, and neighbouring concessions. This openness shapes both the landscape and the experience of being here. For guests arriving at …
Coworking community doubles down on partnership after successful 2025 debut When Sweet Spot, a Workshop17, member, invited the coworking space to join last year’s Little Lions Loop, the experience made an impact. Enough of an impact that Workshop17 is returning for the 2026 event on 9 February, this time sponsoring 10 mental health coaching sessions …
Msaki, Hotstix Mabuse & Brenda Mntambo Bring Iconic Songs to Life Alongside Real Stories of Love That Endured JOHANNESBURG – This Valentine’s Day, love gets the tribute it truly deserves. The Legacy of African Love Songs goes beyond romance to celebrate love in its fullest form – the joy of new love, the ache of …
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the importance of early cancer detection in recognition of World Cancer Day on February 4. Cancer remains a significant health challenge around the world, but acting early can significantly improve outcomes. “According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cancer is responsible for nearly 10 …
JOHANNESBURG – The tit-for-tat expulsion of Israeli and South African diplomats are a symptom of greater tensions. South Africa declared Israel’s diplomat persona non grata, and Israel hit back on the same day. READ | Tit for Tat: Israel declares SA diplomat persona non grata These are the latest salvoes in a relationship that has …
Celebrating its fourth anniversary on Sunday, 1 March 2026, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K has firmly established itself as the perfect curtain-raiser to the iconic Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series, South Africa’s premier road-running series. Renowned for its fast, flat route that consistently delivers world-class racing, the Absa RUN YOUR CITY GQEBERHA 10K …
Boplaas received the highest honour for a South African grain whisky at the prestigious World Whisky Awards competition, announced just days ago in London. Taking centre stage was the Boplaas 12YO Rum Cask Whisky, named Top Grain Whisky in its category. “The World Whisky Awards competition is one of the most comprehensive and highly regarded of …
The Department of Higher Education and Training is in the process of conducting a sector-wide workshop on international relations, which is aimed at strengthening coherence and strategic alignment across the higher education and training sector. This was announced by Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube, at the South African Students in China …