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At just 16, Brandon van der Walt, aka “Lil’ Lightning”, is racing ahead in SA’s drifting and karting scenes. From local titles to global competitions, meet the young driver turning heads on every track. South Africa (13 June 2025) – When most 16-year-olds are thinking about studying for their learner’s licences, Brandon van der Walt …

Programme Director, Ms Zengeziwe Msimang;Board Chairperson of Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, Ms Tandi Nzimande;Chief Executive Officer of Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, Ms Kasthuri Soni;Distinguished Guests; And most importantly, the young people gathered here today; Good Morning, It is a privilege to address this gathering on a subject that is fundamental to South Africa’s future: the …

Honourable Speaker of the National AssemblyHonourable Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly in AbsentiaHonourable Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces in AbsentiaChief Whip of the National Council of ProvincesHouse Chairpersons Honourable MinistersSpeakers of legislaturesHonourable Delegates of the NCOPInvited guests And Support staff Good morning, future leaders, trailblazers, and changemakers of South Africa and Africa. I would like …

Local range is yet to be finalised and unlike Europe, will either be a combustion engine-only affair, or have the option of at least a plug-in hybrid. An uncertainty until now, Stellantis South Africa has announced that the second generation Opel Grandland will become a market reality in July this year. A first for South …

On Thursday, 12 June, Premier Alan Winde led a Western Cape Government delegation at the Africa Green Hydrogen Summit 2025, being held in Cape Town. Themed, “Unlocking Africa’s Green Hydrogen Potential for Sustainable Growth,” the summit brings together an array of stakeholders, among them government officials, policymakers, and investors, to take forward not just South …

Alleged underworld gang boss, Andre Naude has been shot dead in Voortrekker Road in Parow in Cape Town. Naude was notorious for his role in running the nightclub security scene in the Mother City. His killing follows that of another Cape Town underworld kingpin, Mark Lifman who was gunned down in George a few months …

Government added costs to South Africa’s fuel prices currently make up 30% of the price motorists pay per litre of unleaded 95 and 34% of the price they pay for 50ppm diesel, a MyBroadband analysis has revealed. Although South Africa’s Road Accident Fund (RAF) levy has remained consistent since the 2021/22 financial year, finance minister …

In South Africa, it feels like we are in a constant struggle between politics and progress. Decades of painfully slow economic growth have resulted in a mountain of regulations that hinder business development and draconian labour policies that make it difficult for companies to access the skills they need. In a country with extremely high …

INTERVIEW: South Africa has an alarming injury list just weeks out from the start of the World Champions’ international season. ADVERTISEMENT Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, in a virtual media briefing, read off a list of injured players that will be cause for concern – including some new afflictions. Headlining the sickbay catalogue is ‘new’ call-up …

Ntshaveni said this was after a report presented by the Ministerial Advisory Council on foodborne illnesses. “Soweto was specific to determine the exposure but only the children remained in the setting. The possibility that the children consumed food contaminated with organophosphate purchased from a shop remains the most viable explanation.” The ban will be accompanied …

ALSO READ: New retreat offers rare opportunity to experience one of Tanzania’s best-kept secrets Don’t pack away your boots just yet When winter arrives in South Africa, many assume it’s time to pause hiking until the warmer months return. But some of the country’s best hiking experiences are actually better in winter — with the …

In 2024, South Africa recorded a staggering 26 232 murders – a death toll that surpasses the tragic number of lives lost in Gaza – an active war zone – during the same year. While the South African government leads international proceedings at the International Court of Justice over the crisis in Gaza, the bloodbath …

The PAGAD (People Against Gangsterism and Drugs) delegate was detained for 11 hours and were at risk of deportation as they were on the journey to the Global March to Gaza. They are part of the thousands of activists who travelled to Egypt’s Rafah Border Crossing to the strip on Friday to demand the entry …

A $5.8bn project on South Africa’s east coast seeks to use the country’s infrastructure and cheap renewable power to make some of the world’s least expensive green ammonia for clients in Europe and Asia, an executive said. South Africa is vying with other African nations, including Egypt, Morocco and Namibia, to meet rising demand in …

A planned 16-day water shutdown in northern Free State initiated by Rand Water for mandatory dam safety and reservoir cleaning, has forced primary schools to send pupils home early and left thousands of residents queuing at water tankers. While a planned two-week water shutdown is under way in the Northern Free State, pupils in Sasolburg …

As the death toll rises to 67 from the recent floods in the Eastern Cape, Dr Mary-Jane Bopape., Managing Director of the South African Environmental Observation Network (NRF-SAEON), along with her research collaborators, just released a comprehensive analysis of weather-related disasters in South Africa from 1980 to 2023.   The research, utilising data from respected sources such as …

12 June 2025 – Boitumelo Radiopane has admitted that South Africa needs to be more clinical in front of goals as they gear up to face Comoros in the COSAFA Cup semi-finals at the Free State Stadium on Friday evening. Despite topping Group A, Radiopane bemoaned the missed opportunities that could have made their path …

An acting judge’s misunderstanding of the law has, for two long years, delayed accountability for alleged State Capture. The high court judge’s pronouncements unfairly embarrassed the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and demoralised courageous prosecutors fighting to restore faith in South Africa’s justice system. Thankfully the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has now set aside the …

David Bedingham © Gallo Images South Africa insist they are confident of chasing down a tough target to win the World Test Championship at Lord’s even if the contest against Australia has been dominated by the bowlers. Batsman David Bedingham, who top scored with 45 for South Africa’s meagre first innings total of 138, said there …

South Africa Wine has announced that it has been awarded a major Industry Innovation Award. The award recognises the body’s transformative work in building accessible, digital-first learning and development pathways that benefit the entire wine value chain. According to the body, the achievement comes just two years after the formation of South Africa Wine as …

In 1994, the government changed, but the social structure remained the same. South Africa, the continent’s most industrialised country, is characterised by the juxtaposition of the ‘first world’ and ‘third world’ realities. 31 years into the democratic dispensation, the majority of the country – the natives – still suffer the effects of 47 years of …

South Africa’s mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) boom is having a positive impact on the health of the mobile telecommunications market by increasing competition and giving consumers wider choice. This is the view of Johan Nel, senior management consultant at technology industry research and advisory firm BMIT, who said the positive effects of MVNO competition …

Volvo calls on young drivers to take the lead in road safety   As Youth Day draws near, Volvo encourages young drivers to adopt safe driving practices to combat age-related accidents on our roads. A report from the Road Traffic Management Corporation revealed that 60% of road fatalities are within the 25–44-year-old age group, and …