That’s a lot of money for one of the worst performing teams of the South African conference in the 2018 Super Rugby competition.

Although not much rain has fallen in the last couple of weeks, Cape Town dams are still holding steady.

Robert Mugabe, the 94-year-old former president of Zimbabwe, is not happy with his retirement package.

The Blue Bulls won only six out of 16 matches in this year’s Super Rugby tournament – but coach John Mitchell says he can turn it all around, with the help of R90 million.

Besides creating thousands of new jobs, Pick n Pay has decided to enter the ethical era, by ridding stores of plastic bags and other improperly sourced goods.

Economists say, unless you’re able to save 17 times your annual salary by the age of 60, you may never afford to retire.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is in disarray, resulting in anxiousness amongst students who rely on the government subsidies.

During the EFF’s birthday celebrations, Julius Malema called on white South Africans to embrace land reform.

Blade Nzimande and transport MEC Donald Grant both believe that someone is profiting from the destruction of trains in the Western Cape.

Is Hlaudi Motsoeneng delusional, or does he actually stand a chance of becoming the president of South Africa?

Some have labelled the Zulu King a ‘sellout’ for meeting with the Afrikaner rights group.

Wellington ‘Bibi’ Cenenda, responsible for at least 23 cash-in-transit (CIT) heists, has been caught in Bloemfontein.

The Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association, led by Carl Niehaus, has gathered behind Jacob Zuma.

According to the AA, government desperately needs the revenue and will continue to tax citizens – one way or another.

A look into Jacob Zuma’s dubious past.

Mayor de Lille escapes the axe again. Disciplinary action to continue in August.

“VAT will effectively have to be doubled,” says Solidarity.

Seems South African motorists will be dodging potholes for years to come.

All aboard the money flight.

Well, this is awkward, considering nuclear main man Vladimir Putin is in town.

Cape Town solar users: if you don’t register by February 2019 you can expect to be disconnected from the power grid, and forced to pay a hefty service fee.

Explosives and cigarettes seized valued at over a million rand.

The ANC executive has labelled the rebellion as a treacherous coup d’état.

Plastic pollution finding its way into our drinking water.

Don’t go swimming in KwaZulu-Natal.

With the 10th BRICS summit kicking off in Johannesburg today, let’s take a deeper look into the organisation.

Earlier today a mosque was set alight in Chatsworth, Durban.

Marikana survivors deny that the R100 million tabled by the government is a full settlement.

It’s a war of words between WP Rugby boss, Thelo Wakefield, and former Springbok captain, Corne Krige. Who’s in the right here?

All in preparation of the party’s 5-year birthday celebrations, set to take place this coming weekend.

ANC treasurer general, Paul Mashatile, offers up some advice to a debt-ridden Eskom.

The City of Tshwane Metro Police Department is tackling cable theft head-on with 130 new off-road bakkies.

Analysts warn that Eskom electricity may soon become unaffordable.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has managed to sign an investment deal with China valued at R196 billion. Other deals include revised visa requirements and a R33 billion loan to Eskom.

If you think that’s a big payday – check out who else got a slice of Telkom’s R150 million executive salary cake.

Seems SAA will need to keep searching for cash.

The ANC says it will terminate e-tolls immediately and repurpose the monolithic gantries to fight Gauteng crime.

Netflix hit back at DStv with classic satire and sarcasm.

Should South Africa reinstate capital punishment?

Gigaba says queues at Home Affairs offices last for 30 minutes.

Guest appearances from Eskom (obviously), the Road Accident Fund, South African Airways and many more. Government guarantees to state-owned enterprises stand at R467 billion

“Our people leave their homes to go to places like Cape Town, even if they have to stay in shacks, to get some income.” Eastern Cape MEC of finance, Sakhumzi Somyo.

The Department of Trade and Industry is rolling the dice on a National Gambling Amendment Bill.

How did Duduzane Zuma get back to Dubai after handing his passport over to the NPA?

Eskom’s financial report predictions: The Gupta, the bad and the ugly.

The Eastern Cape’s Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality is R85 million in debt, yet the municipal manager spends R90 000 on KFC and the mayor’s rental car costs R78 000 a month.

Could the Western Cape successfully separate itself from South Africa?

A convincing 40 – 23 victory for the Lions against the Jaguares… and the redemption of Elton Jantjies.

Mandela’s Houghton home is going to be converted into a hotel for tourists.

The Children’s Third Amendment Bill proposes ‘positive discipline’ of children at home.

City of Johannesburg mayor, Herman Mashaba, is serious about inner-city safety.

Gcobani Ndzongana’s lawyer has requested the protest leader be allocated a single cell in Pollsmoor Prison in order to ensure his safety.

The Department of Public Works, with the help of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), is aiming to recover R1.2 billion lost to corruption.

Mazibuye African Congress says whites will not be able to join the political party, while Indians ‘could join the party but would not be able to hold any positions even in the lower structures’.

Capetonians may soon feel some relief from strict water restrictions.

Overall, new cases of HIV infection are on the gradual decline, yet health professionals are worried that an unsteady healthcare system may undo all the hard work put in by ARV campaigners.

From blasting on the mines in Botswana, to blowing up cash-in-transit vans in South Africa – Police Minister Bheki Cele zeros in on those involved with CIT heists.

Representing the greater Khoisan community, tribal leader Chief Khoisan SA, has called for the term ‘coloured’, as used to refer to a racial group, to be abolished and that its use be punishable by law. It’s been an interesting week for South Africa’s Khoisan community, regarded as the first native inhabitants of Sub-Saharan Africa, with […]

Bomb paranoia has gripped Durban following the discovery of several explosive devices.

‘What we did to H&M, we can also do it here at Vodacom.’ – EFF

A critical shortage of beds at the Khayelitsha District Hospital is forcing patients to sleep on the floor.

Sierra Leone safer than South Africa?

National Health Insurance (NHI) is set to become the biggest and most expensive state-owned enterprise. Solidarity points out the current failings of other SOE’s, Eskom and SAA.

All you need to know about The Sovereign State of Good Hope secession and King Khoebaha Calvin Cornelius III.

While victims of crime entrust SAPS to uphold the law, 658 missing police dockets means some will never receive justice.

Seems Cape Town is going to be stuck with the unfinished Foreshore bridges for many years to come.

The City of Cape Town has issued an official warning regarding a sewage spill in Clifton.

President Cyril Ramaphosa argues that not all land will be owned by the state.

South Africans are fed up with petrol price increases.

King Khoebaha Calvin Cornelius III has given parliament in Cape Town until Friday to vacate the premises.

Rassie Erasmus brings in some young guns to the Springbok training squad. Also, hardman Eben Etzebeth is set to make a comeback.

“The ANC should be well-aware that policing is an entirely national government function.” The DA fire back at earlier claims by the ANC.

Could the Democratic Alliance potentially lose the Western Cape next year?

Eskom – power utility and debt collector. If you live in the Free State, make sure your municipality is up to date with its payments.

If you’re a smoker and choose to light up in the comfort of your own home you may soon face fines or imprisonment. Homeowners who employ a domestic worker or gardener – this is for you.

The ANC is looking to pull in more voters next year. But while they’re putting out fires internally, can they beat the DA in Gauteng?

The ANC seems to think so. But is the DA really ‘failing victims of crime’ in Cape Town?

The government may be responsible for your slow internet speed.

In the battle between two entertainment giants, only one will win. South Africa, who’s your money on – DStv or Netflix?

Death, taxes and petrol price increases – motorists warned of another hike in August.

In a 2015 Super Rugby clash against the Kings, Blue Bulls prop, Morné Mellett, suffered a severe neck injury resulting in a blood clot and stroke. The former rugby player now wants R45 million compensation.

The Mpumalanga healthcare system serves 88% of the province’s population – it’s also R1 billion in debt, unable to buy medicine or hire new staff.

“The DA is the only political party that has embraced Nelson Mandela’s legacy.” – Mmusi Maimane

The Hawks are set to swoop on cash-in-transit heist mastermind, Wellington “Bibi” Cenenda, suspected of at least 23 cash heists, in Gauteng, the North West, Limpopo and Mpumalanga.

Can the UN fight corruption in the North West province?

Previously unpublished prison letters provide a fascinating insight into the mind of Nelson Mandela.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has a lot to say about the ANC, land expropriation, KwaZulu-Natal and struggling state-owned enterprises.

President Ramaphosa returns to South Africa after securing R266 billion from the Middle East.

The story behind the Nelson Mandela Centenary banknotes – from Mvezo to the Union Buildings.

Kimberley police are calling for urgent reinforcements as protestors make their way to the CBD.

According to the Democratic Alliance, the ANC cost taxpayers millions, by ‘buying votes’ in an attempt to keep Johannesburg.

Kimberley protests now involve widespread looting and arson attacks. Police report that a satellite law enforcement structure was set on fire and a nearby liquor store looted.

Gauteng motorists have been urged to stay clear of the area.

Social Development Minister Susan Shabangu has opened a criminal case against Cash Paymaster Services (CPS).

According to the SAHRC South Africa is the most unequal country in the world. Can it be? Let’s look at the statistics.

Kimberley has been rocked by vicious protests today. Residents are calling for the head of ANC mayor, Mangaliso Matika.

Saudi Arabia just promised President Ramaphosa $10 billion!

COPE leader, Mosiuoa Lekota, says landowners should be compensated.

Krejcir complains of cold ‘African’ food and an uncomfortable mattress in a small cell.

Public servants are resigning, cashing out their pension funds, and then returning to work. Is this shortsightedness a result of desperation or deviance?