The Football Associations of Cape Verde, Curaçao, Uzbekistan, Congo, Haiti, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt, Ghana, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and South Africa express their profound disappointment following the recent comments made by UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin regarding the expansion of the FIFA World Cup and his characterization of many matches as being “uninteresting”. We respectfully but…
Millions of motorists will be brought under the AARTO system from 1 July 2026, as the government expands the framework to 62 additional municipalities. This marks Phase 2 of the long‑delayed national rollout, aimed at overhauling how traffic infringements are enforced across South Africa This marks Phase 2 of the long‑delayed national rollout, aimed at…
Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector Samuel Mashaba has been placed on precautionary suspension by the Gauteng Provincial Government pending a formal disciplinary process. The suspension follows Mashaba’s testimony before the Madlanga Commission, where he made admissions suggesting serious breaches of the Public Service Code of Conduct and other laws governing public servants His admissions include…
Multi-talented South African artist Rēfilwe announces the release of her second single called Done available as of today. Done is a bold breakup song that fuses upbeat Afropop/Amapiano-inspired sounds with lyrics about a breakup – the perfect irony. Written from a place of reflection, the song expresses the freedom that comes from the decision to leave a toxic relationship. It pairs…
“Every child has the right to rest, relax, play and to take part in cultural and creative activities.” – Article 31, United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child Play is more than fun – it is essential for every child’s development, well-being, and future. This International Day of Play, observed annually on 11 June, organisations across South…
Kaizer Chiefs are making waves at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — and not on the pitch, but in the stands. Fans in New York and across North America have been proudly flying the Amakhosi flag at fan parks, giving the club rare visibility at a tournament where national colours usually dominate. Chiefs’ strong presence…
As stress levels rise among South African men – driven by demanding work environments, shift work and lifestyle pressures – research is increasingly turning attention to everyday dietary interventions that may support long-term health. One of the most promising homegrown contenders is Rooibos, a caffeine-free herbal infusion rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may…
The City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services (EMS) has urged residents to remain vigilant and prioritise fire safety during the winter season. EMS and the City of Johannesburg’s Disaster Management recently launched the annual Winter Fire Safety Awareness campaign at Springbok informal settlement in Moffatview, Region F, southern Johannesburg. The campaign aims to reduce fire incidents and promote safety across…
President Cyril Ramaphosa met with the World Bank Group, led by its President, Mr Ajay Banga, at the Mahlamba Ndlopfu official residence in Pretoria. South Africa and the World Bank Group enjoy a strategic, long-standing mutual relationship spanning decades of collaboration, strongly aligning on the four pillars of the economic growth and development strategy —macroeconomic…
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos and his charges will continue to put in the work as the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup edges closer with each passing day. The South Africans have quietly gone about their business at their base camp in Pachuca, Mexico, since arriving in this part of the world…
