Patrick Stewart, the British Shakespearean actor who became a Hollywood megastar through roles in the “Star Trek” and “X-Men” franchises, has died at his home in Los Angeles. He was 86. His death on Wednesday came after a “brief and poignant journey” with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, according to an official statement on […] More
A woman believed to be the baby mama of media personality Ngizwe Mchunu has accused him of allegedly assaulting her on 22 June 2026, which resulted in her being admitted to hospital. NGIZWE MCHUNU FACES ASSAULT ACCUSATIONS It all started when maskandi artist Khuzani Mpungose shared on Facebook that the woman had reached out to […] More
Springbok and Stormers star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has publicly claimed his girlfriend, Sarah Langa, amid rumours he “cheated” on her with Cape Town model, Robyn Mia Peters. The famous flyhalf has trended on the X platform after an image of him with the woman went viral. Neither Sacha nor Sarah – who have a nine-year age […] More
You’ll miss the food, the noise, and an aunt asking when you’re getting married. They’ll miss you more. Maybe there’s a mum who’ll set a place for you anyway, or a little brother who looks taller in every photo. You can’t be at the table this year, but your money can. Send money to South […] More
An investment scam that promised huge returns in just days has landed its operator with a hefty penalty. The man promised to turn R300 into R1 000 in just eight days. Members of the public paid a total of R129 000 into his personal bank accounts. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has debarred Joy Praise […] More
Orlando Pirates have had 10 different goalscorers in the Betway Premiership. Kaizer Chiefs also have their own list of players in goalscoring contributions tally this term. The two sides meet on Saturday in the highly anticipated Soweto Derby. Kick-off is set for 15:30 at the FNB Stadium. KAIZER CHIEFS HAVE EIGHT DIFFERENT LEAGUE GOALSCORERS Coach […] More
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has resolved to restore the two-year cycle for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals. In December 2025, CAF had decided that the AFCON finals be held every four years to ease conflicts between clubs and national teams over the release of players. Furthermore, CAF had anticipated the four-year […] More
In the absence of injured wing Cheslin Kolbe for the Springboks’ upcoming end-of-year tour, serious consideration could have been given to recalling Makazole Mapimpi to the national side. However, injuries have plagued Mapimpi in recent times, and the 36-year-old currently remains sidelined with a hamstring strain. Previously, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said they would have […] More
The highly anticipated showdown between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs kicks off on Saturday at 15:30 at the FNB Stadium. Amakhosi face an unforgiving challenge. Orlando Pirates boast the second-most prolific attack behind Mamelodi Sundowns in the Betway Premiership. Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou’s Buccaneers simply have attacking riches. They have had 10 different players finding the […] More
In a statement shared by Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx on Friday, the World Rugby Player of the Year confirmed he will be leaving Japan club Kubota Spears when his contract expires at the end of the 2026-27 season. The 32-year-old has been plying his trade in Japan since 2020, but he said his return to South […] More
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane could be among the football stars heading to Africa when the German giants face Ajax Amsterdam in Kenya on 5 January 2027. The European heavyweights will meet in Nairobi to officially open the new Raila Odinga International Stadium at Talanta Sports City, giving Kenyan supporters an opportunity to watch two […] More
Robyn Mia Peters, the woman linked to Springbok Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, has disabled her Instagram profile amid social media commentary about their alleged romance. The model and influencer has come under the spotlight after a picture of her cosying up to the 24-year-old went viral. It’s unclear when and where the image was taken. Sacha is […] More
Former 7de Laan actress Carina Nel – known for playing medical doctor Alexa Welman – has opened up about receiving a “paralysing” breast cancer diagnosis following a routine check-up. The mother-of-two, who shared her journey during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is currently undergoing chemotherapy treatment and is in good spirits. CARINA NEL ON BREAST CANCER […] More
Not every South African is holding out for a dramatic jump in the SASSA old-age grant. Some say the amount currently on the table is the one most likely to happen. The comments followed The South African’s report on a push for Parliament to support raising the Older Persons Grant to R3 000 a month. […] More
The US Embassy’s statement that “not everyone is eligible” for the refugee programme, open to racial minorities like white Afrikaner farmers, has been met with backlash from applicants. This comes amid reports that hundreds of South Africans have been rejected for various reasons. It also follows news that one refugee – Arno Venter – who […] More
For many South African families, the SASSA old-age grant does far more than support one elderly person. That was the message from commenters responding to The South African’s report on a push to raise the Older Persons Grant to R3 000 a month. Grandparents hold households together WITH SASSA GRANTS On The South African’s Facebook […] More
