Diwali 2026 is just around the corner, and homes across South Africa will soon glow with lamps, lights and colour. The Festival of Lights celebrates the triumph of light over darkness. For many families, it’s a time of prayer, food, family and fireworks. Here’s how to celebrate safely, while keeping your neighbours and pets calm […] More

Following recent episodes of SABC 1’s Skeem Saam, loyal viewers couldn’t help but engage in a lively discussion on X (formerly Twitter), rating the acting skills of Vele Manenje. Manenje joined Skeem Saam in April 2021 as Evelyn Maswahla, a dedicated teacher who worked her way up at Turfloop High School and is also a […] More

It will be a matter of weeks rather than months before Hilton College in KwaZulu-Natal confirms its 2027 school fees. Hilton College, founded on 29 January 1872, is an independent all-boys, all-boarding school in the town of Hilton between Howick and Pietermaritzburg. Most expensive The school has consistently topped the lists when it comes to ‘Most expensive […] More

Kaizer Chiefs are in talks with Bafana winger Elias Mokwana. Meanwhile, the future of manager Fernando Da Cruz could hinge on one match. Chiefs close to securing Mokwana In 2023-24, Elias Mokwana’s performances caught the eye when he bagged four goals and four assists in 25 league outings for Babina Noko. The 27-year-old’s most recent minutes […] More

13 stars called up for the latest Bafana Bafana squad are currently based overseas. This matches the trend of players lacing up in America, Europe, and elsewhere in Africa. Here’s what South Africa’s football export stars are currently achieving across the globe. Bafana Bafana BACK IN ACTION South Africa face Kenya in two crucial 2027 […] More

Bafana Bafana have just made South Africa beam with pride. The national senior men’s football team have secured a rather honourable nomination for the 2026 CAF Awards. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the news on Tuesday night. BAFANA BAFANA MAKE NEW HISTORY South Africa have been nominated in the Team of the Year […] More

Kaizer Chiefs will soon confirm the arrival of 27-year-old Bafana winger Elias Mokwana. Where does the ex-Sekhukhune man fit into the system? Potential Kaizer Chiefs XI with Mokwana Petersen; Moloisane, Miguel, Dortley; Monyane, Maboe, Ndlovu, Mokwana; Shabalala, Vilakazi; Mayo. The stats don’t paint the best picture Mokwana moved to Saudi Pro League side Al Hazem […] More

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly close to signing Bafana Bafana winger Elias Mokwana, with the club also getting a boost ahead of Khanyisa Mayo’s anticipated return. Amakhosi were interested in signing Mokwana in 2024, but the winger opted to join Tunisian giants Espérance from Sekhukhune United in a deal reportedly worth around R7 million. The 27-year-old […] More

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Sarah Langa have spoken publicly about their relationship for the first time since they began dating almost two years ago. The Springbok and the model have made headlines over the past few months over their age gap and social media posts teasing their romance. Sarah – a 33-year-old divorcee – is nine […] More

Teachers in South Africa and Botswana earn different salaries, with qualifications, experience and job grades playing an important role in determining their monthly earnings. The two neighbouring countries have different public-sector salary structures, but advertised salary scales provide an interesting comparison of what educators can earn. South Africa’s 2026 teacher salary scales show that educators’ […] More

An investigation has been launched following the discovery of dead geese and other birds at Zoo Lake in Johannesburg. As confirmed by the Zoo Lake Users Committee, the carcasses of more than 20 waterbirds – including Egyptian geese – were discovered at Zoo Lake on Sunday, 1 November 2026. This prompted concerned park visitors and […] More

The SASSA review system has come under scrutiny yet again, as the agency vows increased stricter action in 2027. One reader of The South African, Rita Cronje, gives insight into what the process feels like from the queue. Her grant was stopped in August 2026, she says, so she emailed her Limpopo office. To which […] More

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso rang the changes ahead of this weekend’s CAF Super Cup final in mind. Only goalkeeper Ricardo Goss and Bathusi Aubaas retained their places following Saturday’s emphatic win over Durban City. The first action of the night came in 14th minute. Siyanda Ndlovu danced past a defender before firing a shot […] More

Mamelodi Sundowns starting line-up: Goss, Morena, Khoza, Mvala, Basadien, Aubaas, Mkhulise, Sales, Ndlovu, Van Wyk, Rayners.  Golden Arrows starting line-up: Msibi, Shezi, Agnokoi, Jiyane, Maluleke, Msomi, Zwane, Maxwele, Gasa, Sithole, Dion.  Tonight is the fourth showdown between the two sides across all competitions in the 2026/27 campaign. With a place in the semi-finals at stake, […] More

The Carling Knockout takes centre stage starting on Tuesday night. Mamelodi Sundowns kick-off proceedings in Tshwane against Golden Arrows. After what was an odd delay, the Premier Soccer League (PSL) has now confirmed the dates, venues and kick-off times for the remaining quarter-final fixtures. Fans of Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs and Stellenbosch FC can begin […] More

MK Party MP Andile Mngxitama has seemingly backtracked on his comments mocking the farm attack on North West cattle farmer, Donovan Marx. The outspoken politician came under fire after he claimed that chopping off Marx’s ears was “symbolic” to “denote the refusal of land thieves to listen”. Five suspects – including one who once worked […] More