Tributes pour in for TikToker and Grade 9 pupil Wessel Lourens

South Africans are saddened by the passing of high school pupil Wessel Lourens who passed away at 15 years. HOW GRADE 9 PUPIL DIED The Citizen reported on Thursday, 28 November that Hoërskool Wonderboom confirmed the death of the grade 9 pupil Wessel Lourens last week. The publication adds that the Pretoria school has denied…

Prince William and Idris Elba honour African conservation heroes

The Tusk Conservation Awards 2024 brought together royalty, celebrities, and environmentalists at London’s Savoy Hotel. They all gathered to celebrate outstanding efforts in wildlife conservation across Africa. PRINCE WILLIAM AND HIS PASSION FOR CONSERVATION Prince William, the royal patron of Tusk Trust, led the event. He delivered a powerful keynote urging continued global action to…

Australia approves bold ban on social media for under-16s

Australia has made global headlines by introducing the world’s strictest social media laws. Parliament approved a ban preventing children under 16 from using platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. THE SOCIAL MEDIA BAN This controversial legislation, hailed by some as a necessary step, has sparked debates over privacy, enforcement, and its broader impact, according to…

Should we read anything into the fact Siya Kolisi is still a ‘husband’?

Anyone who’s ever been through a break-up, no matter how ‘mutual’ the decision or how acrimonious the parting of ways was, knows the first step that needs to be taken by both parties post-announcement. That is, delete all evidence of ever having known your ex from social media! For the latest Siya and Rachel news,…

Orlando Pirates Transfer News: 5th right-back coming?

Orlando Pirates have some of the finest right-backs in Mzansi, but reports say the club wants another number two. ORLANDO PIRATES TO SIGN THABANG MATULUDI? Anyone who follows the Sea Robbers will be aware the club have four right-backs now: Deano Van Rooyen, Thabiso Monyane, Thabiso Lebitso and Bandile Shandu. Despite these options, new reports…

’13 goals and 11 assists’: Former Kaizer Chiefs star returns to SA as a ‘free agent’ [photos]

Former Kaizer Chiefs talisman Khama Billiat has reportedly returned to South Africa after his first full season in Zimbabwe. The 2015/16 Footballer of the Season winner joined Yadah FC after failing to secure a club in the Premier Soccer League after leaving the Soweto giants. FORMER KAIZER CHIEFS RETURN TO SA AS FREE AGENT He…

Orlando Pirates to hijack Kaizer Chiefs Matuludi deal?

Orlando Pirates seem to be edging out Kaizer Chiefs in just about everything. From performance to players, the Buccaneers have every right to be looking down on their noisy neighbours, who lie fourteen points behind. Remarkably, Orlando Pirates’ third successive MTN8 Cup win has been over-shone by their historic – seven wins from seven –…

Former Kaizer Chiefs maestro Khama Billiat’s next move

Former Kaizer Chiefs maestro Khama Billiat’s next move explored as top clubs battle for his signature. Following the end of Zimbabwe’s 2024 PSL season, former ex-Chiefs star Billiat has returned to South Africa, sparking intense speculation about his next move. After his departure from Kaizer Chiefs in June 2023, Billiat struggled to secure a deal…

Romance scams on the rise in South Africa

As the festive season approaches, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has revealed alarming crime statistics. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu recently announced that commercial crime surged by 18.5% between July and September. This increase highlights a growing trend of romance scams targeting vulnerable individuals [LIVE NOW🔴] Police Minister Senzo Mchunu says from 1 July to…