In a major boost to the global and growing status of the Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies team, it’s been confirmed that they will compete in the highly-regarded 2024 Women’s Cup tournament that will take place in the United States. The reigning champions of both the CAF Women’s Champions League and the Hollywoodbets Super League, Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies will face some of the top women’s football teams from across the globe, providing a thrilling opportunity to showcase their talent and skill on a new stage. Now entering its third edition, the Women’s Cup has become the pre-eminent women’s soccer inv ..read more

Generations: The Legacy viewers are surprised Duma Mnqobi released new music after his 2018 single, Umsindo. DUMA MNQOBI: NEW SINGLE Celebrity blogger Musa Khawula took to X on Friday, 10 May to reveal that former Generations: The Legacy actor Duma Mnqobi has released another single, Bazothini Abantu. South Africans and fans of the SABC1 soapie took to social media to react to Mnqobi’s new single, Bazothini Abantu (what will people say). TshisaLIVE reported in 2018 that South Africans also slammed Mnqobi’s previous single, Umsindo and music video. Soapie fans were confused about the kind of mu ..read more

Gareth Cliff has given ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula a tongue lashing after the latter was pictured driving around a township in a R3 million G-Wagon during the party’s election campaign. The outspoken radio personality is one of many public figures who condemned the former minister over his lavish display of wealth. Following the social media backlash, Fikile stated that the luxury vehicle did not belong to him. According to the SABC, the vehicle belongs to controversial bodyguard and Pentagon security owner Anwar “Dogg” Khan. The bodyguard was recently arrested on fraud and corruption ..read more

The Kiffness has added fuel to the fire of the burning flag debate on social media following a controversial advert aired by the Democratic Alliance. Earlier this week, the outspoken musician posted a parody of the political debate.  THE KIFFNESS DROPS ANOTHER BURNING FLAG PARODY On his X account, The Kiffness has fiercely defended the DA’s burning flag advert, which he believes is a “metaphor” for the current state of the nation. Amid the backlash,  the eccentric artist claims he was inspired to “come out of parody retirement” with a musical spoof. Sampling Midnight Oil’s Beds Are B ..read more

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ Sedan cannot claim to be the first. And being first is kind of a big deal. Whether you’re first to conquer a new territory or first to market with a new product, being first gives you the upper hand. When you’re first, like the Jaguar I-Pace for electric vehicles in South Africa, you define the playing field. Just think about, over the last century, being first has been everything. Does anyone remember who set foot on the moon after Neil Armstrong? Does anyone remember who discovered electricity besides Thomas Edison? Well, on that point it just so happens we ki ..read more

Does your feline friend transform into a nighttime vocalist, leaving you bleary-eyed and longing for sleep? Many a cat owner has grappled with this frustrating situation. Here are some reasons why your cat might be crying at night and what you can do to stop the midnight serenades. Attention-Seeking Cat Crying: Cats are masters of manipulation (and adorable at it!). If your cat discovers that nighttime crying gets a reaction, even a frustrated one, they may continue the behaviour. Resist the urge to give your cat attention when they cry at night, as this can reinforce the behaviour. Taming the ..read more

While our pets bring us great joy and company, their ability to make us laugh makes them even more special. FOR THE LATEST PET NEWS, VISIT THE SOUTH AFRICAN WEBSITE And that’s just one of the reasons why we see so many viral pet videos doing the rounds on social media. Take a seat, unwind, and enjoy this heartwarming pet video. Today’s video features: “Big vs Small Sulcata Tortoise” Share your funny, silly, and adorable videos of your pets and we’ll feature them on the next Viral Pet Video of the day! To share your videos, email info@thesouthafrican.com ..read more

Welcome, fellow pet enthusiasts, to the Furry Fun Fact of the Day! FOR THE LATEST PET NEWS, VISIT THE SOUTH AFRICAN WEBSITE Pets can do all sorts of crazy – and wonderful – things, can’t they? We bet you discover new things about them daily. Have you ever heard of a singing dog for example? Join The South African website as we set out to learn fascinating – and often humourous – fun facts that set our pets apart from the rest of the animal kingdom. Discover things about these bundles of joy that will leave you chuckling and wondering if they’re not little humans in disguise ..read more

The latest PSL transfer rumours will inform you on the transfer buzz surrounding clubs like Kaizer Chiefs, Sundowns, Pirates and more. The latest PSL transfer rumours Catch up on all the latest PSL transfer rumours on the pages of The South African and elsewhere. Orlando Pirates veteran set for a surprising contract Orlando Pirates are readying a contract extension for a midfield anchor. Fans might be surprised by this one. Kaizer Chiefs to make sensational swoop for Sundowns star? Kaizer Chiefs are thinking about a move for a Sundowns veteran. You cannot buy experience but you can b ..read more

Gauteng’s ongoing efforts to enhance its transportation infrastructure reached a significant milestone as Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, the MEC for Transport and Logistics, officially reopened the Winnie Mandela Drive southbound section of the road linking the N1 and N14 highways. Additionally, the reopening marks a crucial step towards the completion of the comprehensive upgrade of Winnie Mandela Drive, a vital artery in Diepsloot spanning seven kilometres. Winnie Mandela Drive reconstruction completes: Relief anticipated for Fourways traffic woes Situated in the bustling Fourways area, north of Jo ..read more