THE SCENT OF MEMORY It starts with a smell. Sharp. Soothing. Deeply familiar. You’re five years old, snuggled under a crocheted blanket. Your nose is blocked, nasal congestion. Then: the soft warmth of your mother’s hands rubbing something cool and menthol-sweet onto your chest. The whisper: “Breathe now, my child” A kiss on the forehead….
The three digits that represent your credit score reflect some of the most important financial information about you. Yet, most South Africans don’t know their score or how to manage or improve it. Your credit score is an indicator of financial reliability. Lenders use it to determine whether you qualify for credit or other financial…
3 October 2025 – The South African U20 Men’s National Team, Amajita, got their 2025 FIFA U20 Men’s World Cup campaign back on track as they brushed aside New Caledonia 5-0 in their second match of the competition at Estadio El Teniente in Rancagua, Chile in the early hours of Friday morning (SA time). Following…
4 October 2025 – South African Football Association (SAFA) Referees Committee chairman, Victor Gomes, has been appointed to the FIFA Referees Committee. Gomes was a highly respected referee until his retirement after the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and he has transferred his skills to various refereeing structures around the world. He told www.safa.net that he…
One epic competition. Ten fearless entrepreneurs. R800 000 up for grabs. After a dramatic first season that drew over 2.3 million views and saw the winning contestant walk away with R225 000, Engen The Making Of (TMO) is back for season 2 – and the stakes are higher than ever. Sponsored by Engen and powered by…
South Africa, September 2025 – As a Global Partner of Formula 1®, Heineken® is launching a Special Edition Track Bottle boasting a track-inspired design celebrating F1® circuits from around the world. Available from 01 October, these six Special-Edition bottles and cans spotlight some of the most legendary locations on the Formula 1® circuit and were…
Bafana Bafana have partnered with two of South Africa’s trusted personal care brands, Shield and Vaseline, in a new powerful partnership under the banner of “The Ultimate Defence.” This collaboration marks the beginning of a long-term commitment to support the South African senior men’s national team and the nation through a shared celebration of resilience,…
Kaizer Chiefs CAF Confederation progression a welcomed boost to get back to winning ways in the Betway Premiership encounter against Amazulu F.C led by former Kaizer Chiefs Head coach Arther Zwane, who understands Kaizer Chiefs philosophy. After winning their first three and remaining unbeaten in their first four league matches, Chiefs have dropped five points…
The South African Football Association (SAFA) acknowledges a ruling by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee which sanctioned the Association for erroneously fielding midfielder Teboho Mokoena during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between South Africa and Lesotho played on 21 March 2025. In terms of the decision, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee declared the match to have been…
kamogelo.moichela@iol.co.za SAPS national head of crime intelligence, Lieutenant-General. Dumisani Khumalo testified that businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala was funding Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s delegates in ANC events, while Brown Mogotsi worked underground to leak classified police information to Matlala. Khumalo told the Madlanga Commission on Monday that Matlala made payments directly to Mogotsi in a bid…
