Mandela’s armoured BMW leads Heritage Month display at Franschhoek Motor Museum
A BMW once used as Nelson Mandela’s official transport is among the historic vehicles visitors...
Lifestyle News
Women’s Month: Bonang Matheba on ownership, freedom and legacy
For more than two decades, Bonang Matheba has understood the value of visibility. Beyond the red carpets, designer fashion and champagne is a...
Business News
Fuel prices August: Petrol drops while diesel climbs
South African motorists will pay less for petrol but more for diesel from Wednesday, 5 August 2026, following the latest monthly fuel price...
AI-powered SARS phishing scams surge during 2026 tax filing season
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued an urgent warning over a sophisticated new wave of AI-generated phishing scams targeting taxpayers during...
SASSA August 2026 Payment Dates: Grants Under Review Will Be Paid Later
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has reminded beneficiaries whose grants have been selected for review that they will not receive payment...
SASSA Gold Card Holders Have Until 31 August 2026 to Switch to the New Postbank Black Card
SASSA grant beneficiaries have until 31 August 2026 to replace their old SASSA Gold Cards with the new Postbank Black Card. After this...
Reserve Bank Holds Interest Rates Steady as Repo Rate Remains at 7%
The South African Reserve Bank has left its key interest rates unchanged, keeping the repo rate at 7% and the prime lending rate...
August Diesel Price Forecast: Here’s What South African Motorists Can Expect
South African motorists are closely watching the August diesel price forecast, with the latest mid-month projections suggesting diesel prices could remain largely unchanged...
Travel News
Ramaphosa to launch South Africa’s Electronic Travel Authorisation system
President Cyril Ramaphosa will officially launch South Africa’s Electronic Travel Authorisation system at OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday, 12 August 2026. The...
Fashion & Beauty News
MaXhosa Africa becomes first South African label on official Paris Fashion Week calendar
MaXhosa Africa has become the first South African fashion label to secure an official runway show on the Paris Fashion Week calendar. The...
Louis Vuitton opens new flagship store at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront
Louis Vuitton has unveiled its new Cape Town store at the V&A Waterfront, introducing an elevated luxury shopping experience that combines fashion, art,...
Salmon Sperm Facials, Exosomes and Skin Flooding: Which 2026 Skincare Trends Are Worth Trying?
We’re halfway through 2026 and social media has already introduced a wave of skincare trends promising younger, healthier and more radiant skin. From...
Could Weight-Loss Medication Be Causing Your Hair Loss? Here’s What Experts Say
As the use of GLP-1 and other weight-loss medications continues to grow around the world, more people are reporting sudden hair loss during...
Veldskoen honoured at Long March to Freedom exhibition
One of South Africa’s most recognisable cultural icons has received permanent recognition with the unveiling of the Veldskoen Plaque at the Long March...
Why Collagen-Boosting Treatments Take Time to Work
Many people expect collagen-boosting treatments to deliver instant results, much like applying makeup before the weekend. In reality, the biggest improvements happen gradually...
Sports News
Mamelodi Sundowns unveil two-star away kit for 2026/27 season
PUMA and Mamelodi Sundowns have unveiled the club’s away kit for the 2026/27 season. The new strip consists of a blue jersey, white...
Premier League opening weekend fixtures and SAST kick-off times
The 2026/27 Premier League season begins on Friday, 21 August 2026, when Arsenal host Coventry City. The opening round continues across the weekend...
Springboks unveil special Nike jersey for All Blacks Test series
Nike and SA Rugby have unveiled a specially commissioned Springboks jersey for the four-Test Castle Double Malt Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry Tour against the...
Chad le Clos loses Cape Town home in fatal Sea Point fire
South African Olympic swimming champion Chad le Clos has lost his Cape Town home in a fire that claimed the life of his...
UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento dies aged 34
UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento died on Monday, 3 August 2026, at the age of 34. According to a statement from the Ultimate Fighting...
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Mamelodi Sundowns unveil two-star away kit for 2026/27 season
PUMA and Mamelodi Sundowns have unveiled the club’s away kit for the 2026/27 season. The new strip consists of a blue jersey, white...
