The South African, Author at The South African

Spreading misinformation: The mistake we all make

By The South African 17-03-25 07:53

Fact-checking the flood of numbers from research groups and media is complex and time-consuming. When was the last time you verified a big number before reposting it?

@DZumaSambudla, we see you Zuma-Sambudla

OPINION | Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, we see you!

By The South African 03-03-25 13:05

Zuma-Sambudla is facing charges for inciting the July 2021 unrest. An apology to Floyd Shivambu via the @DZumaSambudla account confirms she owns the handle.

The South African finished 2024 as the No 1-ranked, 100% free-to-read website in the country according to the IAB rankings.

The South African ends 2024 as SA’s No 1, 100% free-to-read website

By The South African 21-01-25 09:02

The South African finished 2024 as the No 1-ranked, 100% free-to-read website in the country, according to the IAB rankings.

The Gauteng Department of Education has placed all learners who applied for placement in the province for the 2025 academic year.

Top tips for helping you navigate back-to-school

By The South African 09-01-25 12:56

Back-to-school time is around the corner. It’s a tough time for learners and parents alike, although for different reasons.

Congratulations to the winners of our competitions and quizzes

By The South African 06-01-25 14:49

Check out all the winners of our past competitions, quizzes and surveys. Make sure to participate in our future competitions and you could also be a winner!

South Africans could have their lives changed forever this December as Pick n Pay is set to make 10 customers millionaires before Christmas.

Pick n Pay to make 10 customers millionaires by Christmas

By The South African 21-12-24 13:57

South Africans could have their lives changed forever this December as Pick n Pay is set to make 10 customers millionaires before Christmas.

Are there snippets of the disinformation playbook in SA?

By The South African 19-12-24 08:25

Online disinformation thrives on divisive issues like unemployment, inequality and crime in South Africa. In this article, researcher Molebogeng Mokoka explores common disinformation tactics and their use on social media.

Being kicked in the head has its consolations. Try several million in the case of Dricus du Plessis who in 2024 pocketed around R40 million.

From knockout to cashout: Dricus du Plessis rakes in R40 million

By The South African 11-12-24 13:23

Being kicked in the head has its consolations. Try several million in the case of Dricus du Plessis who in 2024 pocketed around R40 million.

South Africa’s construction industry is battling a series of challenges, driving a growing number of skilled professionals to Australia.

South African construction workers flock to Australia amid local industry woes

By The South African 04-12-24 16:10

South Africa’s construction industry is battling a series of challenges, driving a growing number of skilled professionals to Australia.

South Africa’s ties to Hamas and Iran risk sanctions under New Trump Administration, Researcher warns

By The South African 04-12-24 13:10

South Africa’s growing ties with Hamas and Iran have drawn international scrutiny and raised concerns about potential sanctions under the Trump administration.

Day 1 of 24: Advent Quiz – R250 up for grabs daily!

By The South African 03-12-24 07:00

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London: SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba

By The South African 25-11-24 06:50

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a premier networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London.

Day 4 of 24: Take the Advent Quiz and win R250 daily!

By The South African 22-11-24 17:14

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Day 7 of 24: Take our Advent Quiz and put R250 up in your pocket!

By The South African 22-11-24 17:03

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Day 10 of 24: Win R250 in our Advent Quiz!

By The South African 22-11-24 16:55

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Day 13 of 24: Advent Quiz – R250 up for grabs daily!

By The South African 22-11-24 16:44

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Day 16 of 24: Want to win R250? Take our Advent Quiz!

By The South African 22-11-24 16:39

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Day 19 of 24: Do you want to win R250? Simply take our Advent Quiz

By The South African 22-11-24 16:34

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Day 22 of 24: Enter our Advent Quiz and R250 could be yours!

By The South African 22-11-24 16:29

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South Africans have been eagerly awaiting their next public holiday since New Year's Day, which came well over two months ago.

South Africans set to lose one public holiday in 2025

By The South African 24-09-24 09:51

As South Africans enjoy a day off from work on Tuesday, 24 September to celebrate Heritage Day, there’s bad news for public holidays in 2025.

Deepfakes: The New Face of Deception

By The South African 18-09-24 11:24

Deep fake technology is a type of artificial intelligence used to create convincing fake images, videos, and audio recordings.

Ethiopian Airlines Gatwick to Johannesburg special offer

Ethiopian Airlines gives SA expats cheapest reason to fly home

By The South African 22-08-24 09:01

Thinking of heading ‘home’ to South Africa from the United Kingdom for a quick holiday? If so, here’s why you’re in luck!

Accuser demands money from Iqraam Rayners amid assault claims

By The South African 13-08-24 11:45

Community activist Eon Hendrickse has reportedly demanded money from Stellenbosch FC’s Iqraam Rayners following an assault in a pub.

Moffie: A Story of Resilience Amidst Unseen Oppression

By The South African 21-06-24 09:25

Philip Rademeyer on the enduring significance of LGBTQ+ narratives in a world that still grapples with marginalization and ungrievable lives.

Cyril Ramaphosa two-pot retirement system law

READ IN FULL: Ramaphosa’s first address to SA, kickstarting second term as president

By The South African 19-06-24 14:27

Below is Cyril Ramaphosa’s first speech to South Africans after he was inaugurated as president for the second time.

OPINION: Dangerous ideology and moral Corruption meet in Canada

By The South African 30-05-24 14:35

The ANC, led by Nelson Mandela, aimed to dismantle Apartheid and create a democratic society where all citizens would be equal under one legal system.

National coalition politics await South Africa after the 2024 elections

OPINION: Which coalition will govern South Africa after elections 2024?

By The South African 28-05-24 19:00

Joe Mojapelo explores the potential coalition scenarios that could unfold in Parliament after elections 2024.

SA expat Reg Bamford to speak at Breakfast Indaba in London

By The South African 24-05-24 08:41

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London.

Q&A with Kai Luke Brümmer as he prepares for Moffie his latest theatrical endeavour

By The South African 13-05-24 08:23

Moffie is a play about love, loss and hope. The production is set to premiere at the Riverside Studios in London on 5 June 2024.

Everything you need to know about FXGT.com: Cryptocurrencies, payouts and promotions

By The South African 07-05-24 16:25

FXGT.com continues to establish itself as a household name as the ultimate online trading platform across all experience levels.

Isobel Suite Red Carnation Hotel 100 Princes Street Scotland

SA-owned hotel group opens latest masterpiece in Scotland

By The South African 25-04-24 16:46

Red Carnation Hotels, the South Africa family-owned hotel collection, has announced the opening of its latest masterpiece in Scotland.

FXGT.com: The ultimate trading platform: Start your journey TODAY

By The South African 03-04-24 15:33

FXGT.com continues to establish itself as a household name as the ultimate online trading platform across all experience levels.

“Whataboutery” in the online anti-immigrant conversation

By The South African 28-03-24 14:29

Whataboutery is being employed to shift public attention within the online media landscape in South Africa.

Question: Did George Lucas rip off Dune?

By The South African 18-03-24 15:35

Miles Phillips explores Dune’s Legacy and its echo in Star Wars, claiming that the former is among the best science fiction films he’s seen.

London: SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba

By The South African 27-02-24 17:35

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a premier networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London.

IN FULL: Every word of Enoch Godongwana’s Budget Speech 2024

By The South African 21-02-24 14:16

Enoch Godongwana delivered Budget Speech 2024 to members of National Assembly on Wednesday, in the Cape Town City Hall.

How big is your hole? Send us your pictures!

By The South African 16-02-24 08:22

The South African website is searching for SA’s biggest POTHOLE. Is it to be found in your neighbourhood? Or even worse, in your STREET?

Cyril Ramaphosa state of the nation address 2024 South africa

READ IN FULL: Every word of Ramaphosa’s 2024 State of the Nation Address

By The South African 08-02-24 20:59

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his 2024 State of the Nation Address (SONA) to the joint sitting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces at the Cape Town City Hall.

Geordin Hill-Lewis to speak at LSE in London: How to attend for FREE

By The South African 22-01-24 18:36

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis will be the guest speaker at a function at the London School of Economics on Tuesday, 23 January.

It’s National Pothole Day: Send us your pictures!

By The South African 15-01-24 11:02

Today, Monday, 15 January, is National Pothole Day. It’s true! Is the biggest pothole in South Africa to be found in your STREET?

London: SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba

By The South African 11-01-24 09:38

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a quarterly premier networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London, 29 February 2024.

Tragic deaths lead London-based SA business to adapt allergen labelling

By The South African 09-01-24 15:07

Two tragic allergy-related deaths in the UK lead to label reforms.

Women in Journalism: Calling all young female writers!

By The South African 09-01-24 12:01

Learn while you earn: The South African’s Women in Journalism initiative aims to empower young female writers while honing their skills.

WIN R5 000: Take The South African’s Reader Survey!

By The South African 19-12-23 11:27

The latest instalment of The South African’s Reader Survey initiative is here – with a cool R5 000 up for grabs.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 19 December?

By The South African 19-12-23 06:57

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 18 December?

By The South African 18-12-23 07:36

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

Pornhub releases list of most searched fetishes in 2023 Year in Review

By The South African 15-12-23 14:40

Adult website Pornhub has sifted through data from billions of visits to reveal the most-searched fetishes of 2023 in its yearly report.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 13 December?

By The South African 13-12-23 06:54

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 12 December?

By The South African 12-12-23 05:29

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 11 December?

By The South African 11-12-23 06:45

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 8 December?

By The South African 08-12-23 06:59

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 7 December?

By The South African 07-12-23 06:59

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 6 December?

By The South African 06-12-23 06:21

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 5 December?

By The South African 05-12-23 07:55

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 4 December?

By The South African 04-12-23 06:54

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

Saffa networking Breakfast Indaba launches in London

By The South African 01-12-23 10:25

Thursday, 30 November 2023 saw the launch of the Breakfast Indaba networking event in central London.

In 1789 The Groote Kerk pulpit, sculpted by Anton Anreith, is inaugurated in Cape Town

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 28 November?

By The South African 29-11-23 06:54

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 28 November?

By The South African 28-11-23 06:18

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 27 November?

By The South African 27-11-23 07:04

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Grade R graduation party gives Mzansi netizens all the feels by dancing in procession [Video]

By The South African 22-11-23 15:26

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EISH WENA: Makoti kneels to offer husband water, sparks cultural curiosity [Video]

By The South African 22-11-23 15:00

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Watch new direct flight from Joburg to South America video

How Bluegrass Digital helped Kenya Airways improve their website experience

By The South African 22-11-23 09:55

Bluegrass Digital played a key role in enhancing the functionality of Kenya Airways’ website, ensuring a smoother and more user-friendly experience for visitors.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 22 November?

By The South African 22-11-23 05:23

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Mom makes her son go to bed wearing school uniform, here’s her reason [Video]

By The South African 21-11-23 16:00

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EISH WENA: Young boy impersonating Limpopo rapper Shebeshxt leaves Mzansi in stitches

By The South African 21-11-23 12:10

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 21 November?

By The South African 21-11-23 07:31

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

The South African’s Advent Quiz: ALL the quizzes – and winners!

By The South African 20-11-23 18:24

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‘You got me pregnant’: Expectant woman bothers her sleeping husband at 12am [Video]

By The South African 20-11-23 16:15

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EISH WENA: Ox Nché and Putco Mafani’s dance-off at the MTN iGwijo Challenge in Eastern Cape goes viral

By The South African 20-11-23 15:33

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 20 November?

By The South African 20-11-23 06:53

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: South African man’s cow-themed proposal goes viral [Video]

By The South African 19-11-23 10:10

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 18 November?

By The South African 18-11-23 05:36

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Woman’s face mysteriously changes after being touched at a burial [Video]

By The South African 17-11-23 16:00

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EISH WENA: Woman horrified after receiving the bill for a R45K cocktail [Video]

By The South African 17-11-23 15:18

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 17 November?

By The South African 17-11-23 05:30

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Pregnant women dancing in the labor ward impressed netizens [Video]

By The South African 16-11-23 18:30

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EISH WENA: Woman catches two massive pythons with bare hands [Video]

By The South African 16-11-23 09:20

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EISH WENA: Gauteng woman loses her composure while carrying a python [Video]

By The South African 16-11-23 06:27

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 16 November?

By The South African 16-11-23 05:18

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

London: SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba

By The South African 15-11-23 17:07

The SAFFA Networking Breakfast Indaba is a quarterly premier networking event bringing together South African professionals and entrepreneurs in London, 30 November 2023.

On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 15 November?

By The South African 15-11-23 07:27

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Slow loris found in the house, Africans warn homeowner of evil spirit [Video]

By The South African 14-11-23 18:25

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EISH WENA: Deadly snake slithering inside a toilet seat [Video]

By The South African 14-11-23 15:10

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 14 November?

By The South African 14-11-23 06:20

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Fearless woman strokes venomous cobra [Video]

By The South African 13-11-23 16:15

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EISH WENA: Student pours Kingsley into Fanta bottle to impress girlfriend [Video]

By The South African 13-11-23 10:30

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“Monster” 5 men capture 17-foot python in Florida [Video]

By The South African 10-11-23 16:00

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Mother warns son-in-law at daughter’s wedding – “Beat my daughter, and you’ll see a beast” [Video]

By The South African 10-11-23 15:40

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On This Day in South Africa: What happened on 10 November?

By The South African 10-11-23 05:43

We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.

EISH WENA: Man fearlessly poses with massive Anaconda inside pool

By The South African 09-11-23 16:25

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EISH WENA: CCTV footage shows woman in Johannesburg escaping from a kidnapper

By The South African 09-11-23 15:53

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Day 22 of 24: WIN R250 every day in The South African Advent Quiz

By The South African 09-11-23 08:15

We are spreading festive cheer this Christmas. Enter our daily Advent Quiz and you could WIN R250 if you get all the answers correct …

Day 23 of 24: Advent Quiz – R250 up for grabs daily!

By The South African 09-11-23 08:15

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Day 24 of 24: WIN R250 in our daily Advent Quiz

By The South African 09-11-23 08:15

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Day 20 of 24: What fun it is to WIN R250 daily with our Advent Quiz

By The South African 09-11-23 08:06

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Day 21 of 24: Don’t miss out on WINNING R250 in our Advent Quiz

By The South African 09-11-23 08:06

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Day 16 of 24: Enter our daily Advent Quiz and WIN R250

By The South African 09-11-23 08:05

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Day 17 of 24: Christmas countdown – WIN R250 in our Advent Quiz

By The South African 09-11-23 08:05

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Day 18 of 24: R250 to be won in our daily Advent Quiz this festive season!

By The South African 09-11-23 08:05

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Day 19 of 24: WIN R250 in The South African daily Advent Quiz

By The South African 09-11-23 08:05

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