Eskom says stage 4 power cuts could be implemented during this weekend if power utility’s reserves are not properly restored.

The new bill aims to regulate vaping and vapes but lobbyists believe more consideration is needed, as these products are now part of the CPI.

Rwanda’s Paul Kagame says South Africa is not a welcomed peacemaker or mediator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo conflict.

The SANDF has been prompted to release a statement amid backlash over footage of a soldier waving a white flag in eastern DRC.

Increasing used-EV sales in 2024, and the expansion of South Africa’s charging network, is bringing the electric future closer …

In the Audi Q5 Sportback 40 TDI quattro, Ingolstadt sticks with a tried and tested package that’s tempting, despite the nay-sayers …

Did you know eligible parents with minors are entitled to February 2025 SASSA Childcare grants to help ease financial burden? Here’s more …

Here is some good advice for South Africans who wish to safeguard the future while living in South Africa.

SASSA Older Person grants in February 2025 revert back to normal next month following early payments in January. Here’s the latest …

Home Affairs’ on-going digitisation spells good news for 2025 South African ID document applicants under the age of 17 …

SASSA celebrates matriculants of 2024 and pledges to improve its services in the coming year. But there’s a catch …

Portfolio Committee calls for full investigation into SASSA grants in 2025, imploring that officials found guilty of misconduct be fired …

The bank was accused of not reporting over 17 000 suspicious transactions to the revelant authorities, amongst other things.

Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson has contradicted his deputy, Sihle Zikalala, regarding implementing the Expropriation Act.

The DA, which is part of the GNU along with the ANC, has raised concerns about the Land Expropriation Bill signed into law on Thursday.

A private Afrikaans-only university in South Africa has shown remarkable success over the last decade, and hopes to double again in 2025 …

South Africa’s most valuable coin just fetched a record price on auction. Here’s how to check if you’re sitting on a small fortune, too …

A viral clip of South African inmates dancing while incarcerated has been causing a buzz on social media amongst divided citizens.

Due to an atypical calendar, Janu-worry in 2025 is longer than usual, and it’s taking its toll on everyday South Africans.

The 2025 Ford Mustang GT reminds us that nothing beats old-time rock n’ roll, even if it’s digitally enhanced for a modern audience …

Does a permanent resident in South Africa in 2025 have the right to apply for a smart ID card? Here’s the latest from Home Affairs …

A legacy Social Pension programme from the time of apartheid is still being used to distribute SASSA grants in 2025. Here’s why …

With just ten weeks to go to April disbursements, the country’s beneficiaries still await confirmation on SASSA grant increases in 2025 …

In an inspiring display, 2024’s matrics woke up their school principal with singing and dancing on the morning they received their results.

We’ve worked out the cheapest province to renew a South African car licence in 2025. The best licencing authorities are a surprise …

The latest Henley & Partners Passport Index for 2025 shows the 106 countries that South Africans can travel to without requiring a visa.

Minors of eligible parents are entitled to SASSA Children’s Grants for February 2025 to help ease the financial burden of ‘Janu-worry’ …

Following early payment in the first month this year, February 2025 SASSA Old-Age Grants revert back to normal going forward. Here’s more …

Only a rare few can stake claim to South African car royalty. Here are the ones you’ll always remember and those you’ve forgotten …

South African ID document applications in 2025 say cheers (eventually) to the ‘green mamba’ and howzit to digital convenience. Here’s more …

Time with one of the latest South African bakkies confirms what we’ve all secretly known but were too scared to admit …

Want to get away this ‘Januworry’? Here are five great budget-friendly spots in South Africa you have to explore…

Like everything, the New Year brings with it increased South African licence renewal costs in 2025. Here’s what you’ll pay per province …

Need a passport for your international travels and want to ditch the queues at Home Affairs? Here are the 30 SA banks where you can apply…

Don’t let Januworry get you down – here are seven great money-saving tips to help you stretch your wallet until the next pay day…

How to wax South African licence renewal in 2025: From the best digital portals to the cheapest third-party providers, we’ve got you covered …

Fikile Mbalula says Tony Yengeni will be facing a disciplinary hearing soon, which signals another chapter in their history.

The Road Traffic Management Corporation has called for patience on SA roads as the festive season comes to an end and holidaymakers head home. 

The Road Traffic Management Corporation has called for vigilance and patience for the rules of the road as the festive season comes to an end.

A South African musician and his British fiancée have been found dead in a holiday villa in Vietnam. Here’s everything we know to date …

Welkom experienced what appears to have been a Rope Tornado which caused major damage to buildings in the Free State town on Sunday.

Several homes and businesses, as well as Welkom fire station, were damaged as a tornado ripped through the Free State town.

Beyond its impressive off-road capabilities, here are the top five Ford Ranger Tremor features that impress every day …

Here’s the latest regarding SASSA Children’s grants for January 2025. And how parents with minors can help ease the burden of the New Year …

Payment of SASSA Older Person Grants in January 2025 come earlier than usual this year. Here’s why it’s happy New Year …

The agency has instigated new biometric security measures but here’s how criminals continued to scam SASSA grants all through 2024 …

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent Professor Sydney Mufamadi as a special envoy to engage all relevant stakeholders.

More than 150 000 grant recipients suffered SASSA account suspension last year, as the New Year rolled over. Here’s how to protect yourself …

International travellers have been urged to comply with South Africa’s strict biosecurity import requirements.

Produced (mostly) for the purposes of race-car homologation, these South African-only motoring icons endure to this day …

Traveling with your family through South Africa is an exciting experience, but it’s important to be mindful of potential snake encounters.

Despite economic headwinds, it’s been an exciting year in motoring … and we’ve given plenty of thought to the best new cars of 2024.

It’s been quite a rollercoaster for SASSA Old Age Grants in 2024. We retrace our steps and look ahead to better things in the New Year …

Two-decades ago a handful of enthusiasts came together to build the ‘greatest South African sports car’ ever. It was called the Perana Z-One.

Authorities are on high alert for these traffic violations this December. Plus, how much the costliest offences will set you back …

We investigate if your car was more expensive 10-years ago in South Africa, or if manufacturers are losing the battle against inflation …

Service providers should be aware of this new South African traffic law, following amendments to the National Road Traffic Bill …

The king of threes, the BMW 333i is arguably the most iconic of the South African-only specials. Here’s how the ultimate E30 came about …

‘Drive lekker’ is my refrain till the end of the festive season. Even the Vatican agrees we should exercise ‘religious virtues’ on the road.

It’s good news for the approximately 8.9-million residents in line for Christmas SRD payments in 2024. Here’s how to confirm your status …

Need a reason why you should visit one of SA’s stunning Blue Flag beaches this summer? WESSA has five – take a look…

These are South Africa’s most dangerous roads according to the Transport Minister, and you’ll want to avoid them this festive season …

South African sim racing extraordinaire, David Perel, clarifies its meteoric rise and what influence it’ll have on future motorsport …

A new West Coast GP bid from major investors is in the works ahead of Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie’s F1 announcement …

South Africa’s new list of Blue Flag beaches for the 2024/2025 season showcases 48 beautiful beaches to explore over the summer…

There are cars with split personalities and then there’s the Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance. Bipolar disorder riding on 20-inch alloys …

Monthly SASSA Childcare Grants may seem inexpensive in isolation, but the cost to the country when you tally them up is astronomical …

The Department of Social Development has released its final tally for SASSA Old-Age Grants this year. Here are the numbers …

Eligible parents with minors can now secure SASSA Childcare Grants for January 2025 to help ease the burden of the New Year. Here’s how …

After a trying year, disbursement of January 2025 SASSA Old-Age Grants – the first of the New Year – is just weeks away. Here’s the latest …

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has reminded some of its beneficiaries about collecting their December grants.

Just in time for the holidays, we collate a list of South Africa’s rudest drivers by brand. So, you can give them a wide berth …

The Indian firm busts down the door of the mini-SUV sector with its all-guns-blazing Mahindra 3X0 AX7L. We drive it …

It’s ‘no-no-no’ instead of ‘ho-ho-ho’ for the South African Post Office this Christmas, as the treasury rejects another bailout proposal …

It won’t surprise you that despite poor service delivery, South African public servants in 2024 earned 34% higher than private sector …

Following a spate of spaza shop poisonings, the NCC has singled out these non-compliant traders in 2024 as a warning to shoppers …

Here’s the latest on SASSA grants and Christmas, plus the one major benefit social welfare recipients can enjoy over the holidays …

Recipients of New Year SASSA grants will break the interminably long gap between December 2024 and January 2025 paydays. Here’s how …

EFF has accused Ramaphosa of failing to send a clear message to Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu about his possible arrest should he come to SA.

In the face of glaring department inefficiencies, the National Treasury vows to crackdown on SASSA grants in 2025. Here’s more …

Impressively resolved, the new Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 Coupe has undergone a prophetic reinvention. We drive it …

WITS and UFS are the latest tertiary institutions to pay back money due to investigations into NSFAS maladministration in 2024 …

Latest study into math and science in South Africa reveals the ‘cold, hard truth about our education inequalities’, says minister.

National gambling board reveals how much the South African betting industry in 2024 is worth. The numbers will shock you …

Acting regional manager says the ongoing criticism of SASSA in 2024 has “not gone down well” within the agency. Here’s why …

Government hopes to tackle its mounting public wage bill by offering early retirement to South African civil servants. Here’s how it’ll work …

Time is ticking for spaza shop registration in South Africa, but many believe there’s something more sinister behind the ‘unworkable’ process.

As part of its expanded offering, you can now rent an uber bakkie in South Africa – a world-first for the firm. Here’s how it works …

We bring you the latest on SASSA festive season Old Age grants 2024, including exciting news about increases in the New Year and more …

The SASSA CEO has been suspended with immediate effect, following mounting calls for a commission of inquiry. Here’s the latest …

As the year wraps up, it’s time to look ahead to SASSA grant increases in 2025 and predict what the likely outlook will be …

SASSA tackles identity theft by announcing its latest findings to shore security of monthly social grants. Here’s what it found …

Here’s a guide to reputable SASSA grant payment methods available in 2024, so you can avoid unscrupulous service providers …

Agency has sounded the alarm over predatory lenders of SASSA grants in 2024, calling them a silent threat to the nation’s vulnerable …

Struggling parents with minors are eligible for SASSA Childcare grants for December 2024 to ease the festive season burden …

Here’s the latest update to SASSA Older Person grants for December 2024. And a warning about the final payment of the year …

The mighty Mercedes-Benz G400d Mount Schöckl Edition celebrates 45 years of G-wagen. And reminds us that rules are meant to be broken.

The new Mahindra XUV700 Black Edition offers big-car practicality without the fuddy-duddy people-carrier image …

Government backs move to criminalise construction mafia extortion, targeting groups demanding 30% of projects without work.

South Africa’s Home Affairs faces a severe data security crisis, exposing citizens to identity theft and cyber attacks.