Five Durban beaches are currently closed for swimming, just as the April school holidays are about to kick off. Here’s where…

Word within the F1 paddock is that Kiwi Liam Lawson has already had his last race weekend with Red Bull. But who will replace him?

The City of Cape Town has said that beaches and municipal pools are ready for use during the upcoming school holidays.

The latest data still suggests that good news lies ahead for both petrol and diesel motorists in South Africa next week.

The Cape Winelands Airport has announced that the last stage of assessments have kicked off before construction can begin.

Residents brace for an April 2025 Eskom electricity tariff increase that’s just one-week away. Here’s how much to budget for …

Geoffrey Nyarota, the fearless Zimbabwean journalist who exposed corruption, passed away in the late hours of Saturday.

One of South Africa’s favourite Lay’s chip flavours is officially back on supermarket shelves. Here’s more…

Following confirmation of its ‘extension and expansion,’ SASSA SRD applications in 2025 have skyrocketed. But at what cost?

More than 20 years after “Asterix & Obelix: Mission Cleopatra”, French director Alain Chabat has again teamed up with the plucky Gauls.

Eskom has added 800MW to the grid with Kusile Unit 6, a key step in reducing load shedding and improving South Africa’s energy security.

Tiger Woods took the unusual step of confirming his romance with Donald Trump’s former daughter-in-law in a brief post on social media.

Money makes money – and these seven South Africans have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT!

Here are all the stories that made the headlines on front pages of newspapers worldwide on Monday, 24 March 2025. Have a read …

Take a look at what the weather has in store for South Africa’s nine provinces this Monday, 24 March 2025.

There were three winners of the Daily Lotto jackpot on Sunday, 23 March; here’s how much the lucky players won. Was it you?

Rwanda just became the latest African country to break residual chains and kick out their former Belgian colonisers.

The Daily Lotto is a lottery game that guarantees a jackpot every day. Are you South Africa’s next big winner? Good luck!

Donald Trump also said former US President Joe Biden suffers from ‘poor memory’ and could not be trusted with sensitive information.

The rabies outbreak among Cape fur seals is ongoing, with little chance of ending naturally, experts have warned.

EFF MP Carl Niehaus has vowed that this won’t be the last time he joins in singing the controversial struggle song.

Kaizer Chiefs Marketing and Commercial Director, Jessica Motaung, has revealed the club’s view on coach Nasreddine Nabi’s struggles for results.

Tributes have poured in for veteran South African test pilot James O’Connell who died after a crash at the West Coast Air Show.

Ebrahim Rasool, who was expelled from the US after a row with Donald Trump’s government, has struck a defiant tone over his remarks.

Ebrahim Rasool arrived home on Sunday to a raucous welcome and struck a defiant tone after his expulsion as SA ambassador to the US.

Political analyst Moeletsi Mbeki has given his thoughts on why Cyril Ramaphosa has failed to take harsh steps on ANC leaders.

Elon Musk has lashed out at EFF leader Julius Malema for singing controversial song ‘Kill the Boer’ on Human Rights Day…

Former Miss Universe Zozi Tunzi surprised her fans and followers when she revealed that she got married on Saturday 22 March.

South African raisins boast a number of natural qualities that place them above competitors in the export market.

Organisers of the West Coast Airshow have named the pilot who crashed in an Impala Mark 1 aircraft during Saturday’s flying display.

A bus transporting IFP supporters to the party’s 50th anniversary celebration overturned on the R34 near Vryheid in KZN.

Julius Malema said farm workers who experienced abuse on farms should be granted refugee status in the United States.

Many have labelled the ANC’s proposed renaming of Sandton Drive in Johannesburg to Leila Khaled Drive as an attempt to spite the US.

Off the back of the Postbank card-swap debacle, here’s how the agency hopes to eradicate SASSA queues in 2025 …

It’s time for the Lotto, Lotto Plus 1 and Lotto Plus 2 draws on Saturday, 22 March 2025. Will you be SA’s next multi-millionaire?

A recent study has ranked the most productive countries in the world, based on GDP, working hours, and unemployment rates. Take a look…

A 24-year-old Brazilian man and a 51-year-old South African woman were arrested a the OR Tambo for possession of drugs worth R1m.

SASSA says gold cards will be deactivated, and beneficiaries who have not migrated to the new PostBank black card may experience disruptions.

Construction of South Africa’s first freestanding elevated traffic circle, the Sky Circle, is finally under way.

Solar users can expect to pay up to R30 000 to register their solar system. Here’s everything you need to know.

Carte Blanche has uncovered a surge in criminal activity along the Wild Coast, where fearless criminals are raiding homes and leaving communities in distress.

There was no winner of the Friday, 21 March PowerBall or PowerBall Plus jackpot, but two lucky players won R93K each. Was it you?

Carte Blanche has shed light on the mass departure of South African doctors, citing a failing healthcare system…

The City of Tshwane has announced a nine-hour planned power outage for Sunday, 23 March. Here are the affected areas.

Sadly, SASSA Child Support in April 2025 will not increase at the same rate as some other grants, but it’s progress nonetheless …

Old Age SASSA grants in April 2025 have finally been confirmed by the agency. Better still, increases are higher than anticipated …

Speaking on Human RIghts Day, Julius Malema said the EFF will not support the Expropriation Act in its current form.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested two more suspected drug mules at OR Tambo International Airport.

Zimbabwe expressed pride at the appointment of Kirsty Coventry as International Olympic Committee (IOC) president.

SASSA has released the payment dates for the R370 SRD grant for March 2025. Here’s when beneficiaries can collect their grants…

Three armed men who impersonated police officers allegedly stormed a farm residence in Thaba Nchu,Free State and murdered a 30-year-old man.

EFF leader Julius Malema performed ‘Kill The Boer’ at the Sharpeville Day commemoration rally which took place on Human Rights Day.

It’s time for the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws on Friday, 21 March 2025. Will you be South Africa’s next multimillionaire?

Trying to cancel a TV licence has been a struggle for many. Here’s the form and other information needed to help make it possible.

Two well-known vehicle brands have announced a car recall for four models in South Africa. Find out if you are affected.

New smoking laws are moving closer to reality despite strong opposition from businesses and labour groups.

Cape Medical Response have helped rescue a VIP protection unit member who sustained a fractured ankle while hiking at Cape Point.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) released its grant payment dates. Here’s when you can get your grant in April 2025.

NSPCA warns of an impending avian influenza crisis in South Africa, urging urgent vaccination access and government action.

Members of Reaction Unit South Africa are on the scene at New Glasgow Road in Hazelmere after receiving reports of a vehicle in a river. 

A heavily pregnant woman, bride-to-be and an I.T. student were allegedly robbed by two policemen in Verulam CBD KwaZulu-Natal.

Former South African Ambassador to the U.S., Ebrahim Rasool, is returning home on 23 March, sparking political speculation over his next move.

Money makes money – and these six South Africans have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT!

Money makes money – and these 10 people have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT!

Bafana Bafana host Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium this evening with an intent of adding three more points.

Watch the full version of the “Seven killed in taxi rank shootings in Gauteng” in a minute.

A foreign national was arrested at Beitbridge Port for attempting to smuggle illicit cigarettes into South Africa.

Discover how the latest POPIA guidance expands direct marketing rules to include phone calls & voice messages. Stay ahead on compliance!

The non-profit organisation says it’s uncovered large-scale vehicle roadworthy fraud in South Africa that’s putting lives at risk …

Mzansi prides itself on inclusivity, and this is born out in real numbers by the latest data on multiracial households in South Africa …

The state witness in the Joslin Smith trafficking trial – Laurentia Lombaard – is accused of lying to authorities in her statement.

Neil Diamond from the South African Chamber of Commerce said most of the nearly 70 000 applicants were between the ages of 25 and 45.

The Department and Water and Sanitation has opened one sluice gate at the Vaal Dam to increase outflows and manage dam water levels.

President Ramaphosa urges parties to avoid actions that could strain SA-US relations after the expulsion of former Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool.

The ANC are pushing to change the name of well-known Sandton Drive in Johannesburg to Leila Khaled Drive. Here’s more …

President Cyril Ramaphosa will intervene in the ANC’s push to change the name of Sandton Drive to Leila Khaled Drive.

The South African Reserve Bank elected to keep interest rates on hold in the country when its Monetary Policy Committee met on Thursday.

Armed men shot and killed four people at a taxi rank in Johannesburg on Thursday, 24 hours after a similar shooting that killed three others.

The Cape Independence wrote to President Cyril Ramaphosa to inform them of their intention to send a delegation to the US.

Over 100 progressive MPs condemned Trump’s decision to cut aid to South Africa, saying it ‘echoes’ the US’s support for Apartheid. 

Zimbabwean football fans have expressed growing frustration over the continued use of South African stadiums as the Warriors’ “home” grounds.

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis claims that the illegal EMPD protest would have been met with severe consequences if the strike had taken place in Cape Town.

The Durban High Court has set for November the trial of a daughter of South Africa’s former president Jacob Zuma.

The popular Dorp Street Sunday Market recently announced that it will be shutting down for good. Here are the details…

Today is the deadline for social grant beneficiaries who have not replaced their SASSA gold cards with the new Postbank black cards.  

Watch the full version of the “Hijackers target new vehicles at high-risk times: Are you in danger?” in a minute.

Ahead of the 2026 Municipal Elections, the MK Party now has councillors in three provinces across South Africa.

Zimbabwe braces for nationwide protests as war veteran Blessed Geza ropes in opposition leaders for a March 31 strike against the government.

Four people were declared dead on the scene while three others were injured following a shooting at a taxi rank in Johannesburg.

Watch the full version of the “Gauteng police officer arrested for drugs and stolen vehicle” in a minute.

Looking for the best deals on charcoal and other braai essentials this long weekend? We’ve compared prices at four South African supermarkets.

South African coffee lovers – as well as those who favour tea – have suffered cost-wise over the past 12 months.

After Eskom implemented load shedding Stage 2 on short notice, many South Africans are fearing for the worst with winter looming.

A Gauteng based police officer was arrested after being found in possession of nyaope worth R85 000 and a suspected stolen vehicle.

Experts warn that hijackers are becoming more brazen, targeting high-traffic areas and using load shedding, to strike.

The latest available data still suggests that welcome news lies ahead for both petrol and diesel motorists in South Africa in April 2025.

The National Sex Offenders Registry (NSOR) has details of more than 32 000 convicted criminals. So why has it not been made made public yet?

As quickly as it commenced, Eskom’s latest bout of load shedding has been suspended until further notice. Here’s more …

Donald Trump promised a new “Golden Age” for America. In the Oval Office, at least, he has lived up to his promise with a blingy makeover.

Will SASSA beneficiaries who haven’t switched to the Postbank-issued black cards receive their social grants for April?