South Africa says it is prepared for any outcome when the United States announces its decision on the country’s eligibility for preferential African trade benefits for 2027 next week. Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says the economy will remain stable and South African exporters will continue trading regardless of Washington’s decision on the […] More

South Africa’s 1979 F1 world champion Jody Scheckter has been ordered to pay nearly £1.5-million to Britain’s HMRC. The issue relates to long-running backdated taxes claimed against his former Laverstoke Park organic farming business in Hampshire. Now, Britain’s First-tier Tribunal (Tax Chamber) has dismissed an appeal by Jody Scheckter. It ruled that the farming operation […] More

Mamelodi Sundowns continued their remarkable scoring run, AmaZulu made a flying start under Arthur Zwane, and Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou reached a significant milestone during another eventful weekend of Betway Premiership action. Newly promoted Milford FC also continued to impress, collecting points at a rate that puts them among the best-performing newcomers in PSL […] More

The country’s head of state made the PSL visit on Monday 2 November in Parktown. The leadership received recognition for its organisation and success. PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA PRAISES PSL LEADERSHIP Ramaphosa praised the league’s leadership for its work in running South African football. There was particular attention given to the stature of last weekend’s Soweto […] More

The only player in the Springbok matchday 23 – named on Monday – who will make his first appearance in the green and gold jersey this season is lock Salmaan Moerat, who missed the first leg of the Nations Championship and the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Series due to neck and toe injuries. Moerat will partner […] More

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly closing in on the signing of Bafana Bafana winger Elias Mokwana as they look to strengthen their attacking options. The 27-year-old is currently a free agent after parting ways with Tunisian giants Espérance last month. According to Soccer Laduma, Amakhosi have identified the former Sekhukhune United star as a potential solution […] More

South Africa batting coach Ashwell Prince and wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreynne have received official reprimands for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the third day of the third Test against Australia in Cape Town. Both were found to have breached Article 2.8, which relates to showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during […] More

Sarah Langa and Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu have made their first public appearance as a couple. This followed days of speculation about the model and Springbok player’s relationship status. An image of the famous flyhalf with an ex-girlfriend, and multiple deleted IG and TikTok posts, also sparked chatter about their romance SACHA AND SARAH LANGA MAKE GLAM […] More

Monthly cost pressure on the SASSA Old-Age Grant is reaching breaking point for most beneficiaries. Christine van Aardt, a regular reader of The South African, put it plainly in her comment last week: “Why is minimal work payment designated per hour, day or month? Yet, old-age pensioners are receiving R80 per day?” Meanwhile, minimum wage […] More

Sithelo Shozi has given birth to her fourth child – her third daughter – with her husband, Zim businessman Kudzaishe James Magura. The DJ and media personality gave the public a look into her delivery room, filled with sushi, champagne and elaborate flower arrangements.  Sithelo has three other children; two daughters, Florence and Coco, with […] More

Siya Kolisi’s officially got the sauce – after collaborating with Nando’s to create a new condiment. The news comes days after reports that the Springbok captain joined restaurant group Life & Brand Portfolio as a stakeholder. SIYA KOLISI UNVEILS NANDO’S SAUCE On social media, several content creators have teased the release of Siya’s Sauce, in […] More

Leon Schuster has opened up about his biggest regrets in his life – his failed relationships – in a new interview. The TV comedian and actor also gave the public an update on his health. LEON SCHUSTER ON RELATIONSHIP REGRETS Speaking to SABC’s Leanne Manas, Leon Schuster discussed his life, health and upcoming movie. The […] More

What is an accumulator? An accumulator, or “acca”, is one bet made up of several selections, often called legs. You might pick four PSL results on a Saturday afternoon and combine them into a single bet. For the acca to win, every selection must win. If one leg loses, the whole bet loses. Accas are […] More

Sundonws have set full focus and ambition on their domestic commitments after suffering a disappointing continental exit before reaching the group stages. Miguel Cardoso described the outcome as a failure, particularly given his previous record of reaching three consecutive finals in the competition. However, Marumo Gallants coach, Kanalelo believes Sundowns’ response to that disappointment could […] More

Orlando Pirates have strengthened their dominance over Soweto rivals Kaizer Chiefs following their 2-1 victory in this past weekend’s derby. The Buccaneers are now unbeaten in their last seven league meetings against Amakhosi, further underlining their recent superiority in one of South African football’s biggest rivalries. In fact, Pirates have won 10 of their last […] More