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
Celebrity Come Dine With Me is bringing one of Mzansi’s most recognisable digital stars into a very different spotlight. Lasizwe Dambuza is best known for making his guests squirm on camera. This time, he is the one under pressure, and he admits the kitchen did not always go to plan. The YouTuber and Awkward Dates host is one of 24 […] More
A family hike near Hout Bay turned into an emergency on Saturday afternoon after a 23-year-old Dutch tourist suffered a painful leg injury on Little Lion’s Head. The woman was hiking with her family when she felt a sudden ‘pop’ behind her knee. Unable to put weight on her leg or continue along the trail, […] More
If you have no idea what younger people mean when they say someone is “mogging” another person, you are not alone. The slang term has officially been named Collins English Dictionary’s Word of the Year for 2026, after its use surged by 210% this year. Collins defines “mogging” as outperforming or outshining someone or something. […] More
Have you noticed any of the four new R2 coins circulating in South Africa? The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) says the series of four commemorative coins is all about important milestones in history and democracy. Known as the Milestones of Freedom campaign, the four new R2 coins were launched by President Cyril Ramaphosa at […] More
Believe it or not, but a growing number of South Africans are coming home after living abroad for a period of time. “Pack your bags a trek Ferreira,” still applies, but not to leave, rather to return to their country of origin. This is according to TEFL Academy’s 2026 Emigration report. As such, this ‘reverse […] More
South Africa’s eight wealthiest individuals have a combined fortune of approximately $42.1 billion (around R700 billion), according to the latest Forbes Real-Time Billionaires List. The ranking highlights the enormous wealth accumulated by some of the country’s most prominent business figures, whose interests span luxury goods, diamonds, mining, banking, media, financial services and retail. Johann Rupert […] More
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Monday that Washington intends to suspend South Africa and Rwanda from duty-free access to the US market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). “President Trump found that the governments of Rwanda and South Africa are engaging in practices that are inconsistent with AGOA’s eligibility criteria. “These […] More
The De Beers sale is edging towards the finish line, and the price tag says a lot. A company born in Kimberley in 1888 is reportedly changing hands for a fraction of its former worth. For workers in Limpopo, though, the bigger question isn’t the price. It is who will be paying their salaries. Anglo American owns 85% of […] More
Marumo Gallants signed the duo on loan from Orlando Pirates before September’s deadline day. Following continued absence, a report reveals a mess has befallen Mariko and Msendami. According iDiski Times’ leading reporter Lorenz Kohler, Gallants missed the deadline to register the Mali and Zimbabwean internationals. ORLANDO PIRATES PLAYERS TO RESUME FOOTBALL IN JANUARY The error […] More
The Springboks will take on Italy in their next Nations Championship match at the Allianz Stadium in Turin on Saturday, 7 November. Kick-off is at 13:40 (SA time). The match will be screened live on SuperSport. READ | Springbok youngster to be sent home? Impressive record The Springboks boast an impressive record against Italy, with […] More
Orlando Pirates have suffered just one defeat in 17 matches across all competitions this season, underlining their growing status as serious contenders for silverware. Their 2-1 victory over Kaizer Chiefs in this past weekend’s Soweto Derby was another statement of intent and a warning to the other 15 teams in the Betway Premiership. Under Abdeslam […] More
The PSL is facing a calendar problem, with seven league matches already postponed. As domestic and continental games clash, the question is where to fit them in now. Here’s the latest on the PSL fixture headache and why a packed schedule is a problem. Why did the PSL postpone matches? Seven Premiership games set for […] More
The Springboks have headed on their end-of-year tour with six uncapped players in the travelling squad – Riley Norton, Emmanuel Tshituka, Luan Giliomee, Yaqeen Ahmed, Markus Muller and Sebastian de Klerk. Unfortunately, Ahmed has picked up a shoulder injury, and may have to return home for further scans. Looking at the squad options, though, Norton […] More
More beneficiaries are being forced into changing their SASSA bank details to protect against unauthorised debit orders. Small R30 to R60 deductions for funeral-cover or insurance are small enough that recipients may not notice them for a while, but they’re always adding up. It’s like ‘death by a thousand cuts,’ says one irate grant beneficiary. […] More
According to National Treasury, the government will be diverting money away from the Department of Human Settlements (DHS). The decision means millions of South Africans still on the national housing waiting list won’t be getting homes any time soon. There are no plans to help millions with affordable housing South Africans who have been waiting […] More
