Betway Premiership giants Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs headline the domestic action. Orlando Pirates and Durban City will be in action in CAF competition. The weekend gets underway on Friday night when Stellenbosch FC host Sekhukhune United at Athlone Stadium. Stellenbosch FC will be looking to climb from 11th position after a slow start to […] More
The move had been reported in recent days. Sundowns have moved quickly to secure one of the most exciting fullbacks in the Betway Premiership. The club has now confirmed the transfer, putting an end to the speculation surrounding the defender’s future. WHY HAVE SUNDOWNS SIGNED THABANG MATULUDI? “Mamelodi Sundowns are excited to welcome Thabang Matuludi […] More
The Griquas and the Pumas will contest the 2026 Currie Cup Premier Division final at Suzuki Stadium in Kimberley on Saturday, 12 September 2026. The match kicks off at 15:00. According to South African Weather Service(SAWS) the forecast is pointing to clear skies throughout the day and no rainfall expected in Kimberley. Clear weather for […] More
Elena Rybakina has reached the pinnacle of women’s tennis, officially securing the WTA world No 1 ranking for the first time in her career. The 2022 Wimbledon and 2026 Australian Open champion locked in the milestone following her quarter-final victory over Qinwen Zheng at the US Open at Flushing Meadows, becoming the 30th woman in […] More
Sundowns have strengthened their squad with several new faces as they prepare for another demanding season. The Brazilians have recruited from both the Betway Premiership and overseas, adding experience, youth and more depth to their squad. The new arrivals include a returning star from Major League Soccer, players from domestic rivals and a permanent addition […] More
Kaizer Chiefs signed Tanzanian vice-skipper Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko to bolster their midfield options. Was he really a necessary addition? Did Kaizer Chiefs need to sign Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko? Central midfield is where football matches are won or lost. In the modern game, midfielders need to do more than just attack or defend. Often, players need […] More
Orlando Pirates enter the campaign as defending champions after stopping Mamelodi Sundowns’ remarkable eight-year dynasty in the Betway Premiership. Both clubs have also been aggressive in the transfer market. Mamelodi Sundowns have brought in seven players, while Orlando Pirates have added 12 players to their squad. DID MAMELODI SUNDOWNS HIJACK TWO ORLANDO PIRATES TARGETS? Interestingly, […] More
DStv is offering a significantly reduced premium package – where rugby fans can watch the Springboks on SuperSport channels, amongst others – in its new restructured package. But there’s a catch…. DSTV PREMIUM OFFER – WATCH THE SPRINGBOKS AT A DISCOUNTED RATE Over the past few days, DStv has confirmed news of its new package […] More
South African farmers battling livestock losses to predators now have access to a new potential tool – and they can build it for free. The Cape Leopard Trust (CLT) has released an open-access blueprint, build guide, video and field-evaluation report for the Mobi-kraal, a portable predator-proof enclosure designed to protect livestock at night. The initiative […] More
Beneficiaries of the old-age grant have become vocal about wanting the grant to increase to R5 000. But is that a realistic expectation? We reached out to an expert for a clear answer. Is a R5 000 Old-Age Grant Possible? To understand the reality of a grant increase of R2 600, University of Pretoria Professor […] More
Salma Hayek has celebrated turning 60 with a daring beachside photo shoot, posing in the water to mark the milestone birthday. The Frida and From Dusk Till Dawn actress and producer took to Instagram to share photos from her birthday celebrations, including one in which she posed nude in the water while smiling at the […] More
As Capetonians begin to enjoy the warmer months, the local snake population endemic to the Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) is also becoming more active. A local handler is warning residents to stay alert after catching no fewer than seven puff adders from people’s homes since Saturday. “They were all retrieved from people’s gardens that […] More
Johannesburg-based 26-year-old visual artist Sphumelele Zondi has been announced as the overall winner of the 2026 Sasol New Signatures Visual Arts Competition for her powerful mixed-media work, The laundry of a nation (2026). Zondi receives a cash prize of R100 000 and the opportunity to present a solo exhibition at the Pretoria Art Museum in 2027. READ | Irma Stern, Maggie Laubser lead Strauss & […] More
Continental action has kept Orlando Pirates out of PSL action for more than a week. On 1 September, the Premiership champions crushed Kruger United 4-0 at the Mbombela Stadium. Since then, attention has turned to the CAF Champions League qualifiers. With another clash with La Cure Waves coming up this weekend, here’s when Pirates will […] More
Although the Currie Cup may no longer boast the fanfare and star power it once did, it should not be forgotten that the final of South Africa’s oldest domestic rugby competition will kick off on Saturday. Four years after the Pumas stunned Griquas in the 2022 final on the same ground to secure their first […] More
Kaizer Chiefs’ Betway Premiership fixture against Golden Arrows has been moved to a new venue – and date. The match was originally scheduled to take place at King Zwelithini Stadium in Durban on Saturday, 19 September. However, the fixture will now be played at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Sunday, 20 September, with kick-off scheduled […] More
