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11 June

[WATCH] Livid Mel Viljoen storms off after being called a ‘shoplifter’ www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/wa...

thesouthafrican.comPlaying the Lotto just got more expensive: What South Africans will now paySouth Africa's new lottery operator has officially taken over, but players will now pay significantly more for Lotto and PowerBall tickets.

Playing the Lotto just got more expensive: What South Africans will now pay

thesouthafrican.comTrevor Noah responds to xenophobic attacks, '30 June deadline'Trevor Noah's recent podast touched on xenophobic attacks against illegal immigrants and a deadline for them to vacate South Africa...

Trevor Noah responds to xenophobic attacks, ’30 June deadline’

thesouthafrican.comSouth African institution named Africa’s top university in new global rankingNew global rankings have named a well-known South African institution as Africa's top university and placed it 200th worldwide.

South African institution named Africa’s top university in new global ranking

thesouthafrican.comWhy these property hotspots are becoming more attractive to buyers in SAHigher petrol prices and longer commutes are changing home-buying habits, boosting demand in these well-located property hotspots.

Why these property hotspots are becoming more attractive to buyers in SA

thesouthafrican.comThese two South African burgers crowned among world's bestSmashed it! Burgers from two South African eateries star in a sizzling list ranking the best burgers in the world.

These two South African burgers crowned among world’s best

thesouthafrican.comUS Embassy warns citizens to avoid popular SA shopping mallThe United States Embassy and Consulates in South Africa has warned American citizens to avoid Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria.

29 May

US Embassy warns citizens to avoid popular SA shopping mall

thesouthafrican.comUPDATE: Second explosion at Woolworths storeAnother small explosion is reported to have occurred at a second Woolworths store in as many days, with the Hawks now investigating.

29 May

UPDATE: Second explosion at Woolworths store

thesouthafrican.comAngelina Jolie's son Maddox drops Brat Pitt's surnameBrad Pitt and his ex-wife and children have become estranged over the years.

29 May

Angelina Jolie’s son Maddox drops Brat Pitt’s surname

thesouthafrican.comExplosive device detonates inside WoolworthsAn investigation is underway after an unknown explosive device detonated inside a Woolworths store in Pretoria.

28 May

Explosive device detonates inside Woolworths

thesouthafrican.comOne of South Africa’s most expensive estates gains global recognitionA top SA lifestyle estate has featured in the Global Wellness Institute’s 2026 Wellness Real Estate Atlas.

28 May

One of South Africa’s most expensive estates gains global recognition

thesouthafrican.comPresident promises extra public holiday - on THIS conditionPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has promised South Africans an additional public holiday, provided that this happens...

28 May

President promises extra public holiday – on THIS condition

thesouthafrican.comImmigration checks reveal only 10 of 300 Ghanaians in SA legallyOfficials at OR Tambo International Airport found only 10 of 300 Ghanaians were in South Africa legally during repatriation checks.

27 May

Immigration checks reveal only 10 of 300 Ghanaians in South Africa legally

thesouthafrican.comSAHPRA seizes illegal weight-loss drugs in major Pretoria crackdownSA regulators are cracking down on illegal Ozempic-style weight-loss drugs after serious safety concerns and reports of hospitalisations.

27 May

SAHPRA seizes illegal weight-loss drugs in major Pretoria crackdown

thesouthafrican.comLuxury cars, cash and land: The wedding gifts that shocked ZimbabweZimbabwe is in shock after a lavish wedding linked to Kudakwashe Tagwirei’s family saw politically connected elites gift luxury items.

27 May

Luxury cars, cash and land: The wedding gifts that shocked Zimbabwe

thesouthafrican.comSouth Africans could soon say goodbye to cheap Cape Town to London flightsThe possible sale or collapse of Norse Atlantic Airways could mean bad news for South African travellers heading to London from Cape Town.

26 May

South Africans could soon say goodbye to cheap Cape Town to London flights

thesouthafrican.comPowerBall vs PowerBall Plus: Is the extra R2.50 really worth it?With R207 million up for grabs this Tuesday, many players are asking the same question: is the extra R2.50 for PowerBall Plus worth it?

26 May

PowerBall vs PowerBall Plus: Is the extra R2.50 really worth it?

thesouthafrican.comRare 'once in a Blue Moon' event happening this week in SASkywatchers around the world, including South Africa, will get a chance to see a rare Blue Moon this week. Here’s why it’s special.

Rare ‘once in a Blue Moon’ event happening this week in SA

thesouthafrican.comTeboho Mokoena's goal could be worth R327 million to Mamelodi SundownsTeboho Mokoena's goal for Mamelodi Sundowns not only won the CAF Champions League, it could ultimately be worth up to $20 million.

Teboho Mokoena’s goal could be worth R327 million to Mamelodi Sundowns

thesouthafrican.comMel Viljoen posts pic with Trump after ICE releaseReal Housewives star Mel Viljoen has returned to social media with a cheeky ode to Trump after being released from an ICE detention centre.

Mel Viljoen posts pic with Trump after ICE release

thesouthafrican.comNaledi Pandor’s Pretoria home robbed during break-inFormer minister Naledi Pandor’s Pretoria home was robbed while she and her husband were inside the residence.

Naledi Pandor’s Pretoria home robbed during break-in

thesouthafrican.com'Shakira from Temu': Chomee criticised over 'AI' World Cup songChomee has been criticised for heavily relying on AI for her comeback song, 'Tjovitjo', about Bafana Bafana's return to the FIFA World Cup...

‘Shakira from Temu’: Chomee criticised over ‘AI’ World Cup song

thesouthafrican.comSA's smallest province emerges as top choice for first-time home buyersSA’s young population is driving housing demand, with one province attracting first-time home buyers seeking affordability and convenience.

SA’s smallest province emerges as top choice for first-time home buyers

thesouthafrican.comGhana begins emergency evacuation from South AfricaGhana has started evacuating citizens from South Africa as concerns grow over xenophobic attacks and diplomatic tensions.

Ghana begins emergency evacuation from South Africa

thesouthafrican.comElon Musk eyes Wall Street record with SpaceX IPOElon Musk's SpaceX rocketed toward Wall Street on Wednesday, filing plans for what could become the largest initial public offering in history.

Elon Musk eyes Wall Street record with SpaceX IPO

thesouthafrican.com'Emergency evacuation': US plans to increase Afrikaner intakeThe Trump administration will fork out $100 million to significantly increase the intake of South African white Afrikaner refugees.

‘Emergency evacuation’: US plans to increase Afrikaner intake

thesouthafrican.comMel Viljoen opts to return to SA amid ICE 'dog food' complaintsMel Viljoen is hoping to return to her nice life in South Africa after filing for voluntary departure amid her ICE detention woes.

Mel Viljoen opts to return to SA amid ICE ‘dog food’ complaints

thesouthafrican.com'I stand with Israel': Who is Dis-Chem millionaire Mark Saltzman?From supporting Trump to Tel Aviv: Here's what we know about anti-Palestine Dis-Chem millionaire, Mark Saltzman...

20 May

‘I stand with Israel’: Who is Dis-Chem millionaire Mark Saltzman?

thesouthafrican.comCalls for Dis-Chem boycott after shareholder's anti-Palestine rantDis-Chem has responded to anti-Palestine and misogynistic comments made by Mark Saltzman, the son of the founders of the company.

19 May

Calls for Dis-Chem boycott after shareholder’s anti-Palestine rant www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/di...

thesouthafrican.comUK publication again implies Springboks have a doping problemA leading UK publication has again suggested the Springboks have a 'drugs test' problem on the back of a ban for Asenathi Ntlabakanye.

15 May

UK publication again implies Springboks have a doping problem

thesouthafrican.comMeet the 'Ugly Five' animals of AfricaDon't let their homely appearances fool you: these 'Ugly Five' animals are definitely worth a first and second look on your African safari!

15 May

Don’t let their homely appearances fool you: these ‘Ugly Five’ animals are definitely worth a first and second look on your African safari!

thesouthafrican.comThese four KZN private schools are among the world’s top institutions in 2026Four KZN private schools have been ranked among the best in the world in the 2026 Spear’s Magazine Schools Index.

These four KZN private schools are among the world’s top institutions in 2026

thesouthafrican.com'Amerikaner' anniversary: What are 'refugees' in the US doing now?The first group of South African refugees - dubbed the 'Amerikaners' - have given an update on the first anniversary in the US...

The first group of South African refugees – dubbed the ‘Amerikaners’ – have given an update on the first anniversary in the US…

thesouthafrican.comSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: Innovation meets the privacy eraSamsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra pairs a world-first Privacy Display with elite AI. It’s a productivity beast for every busy South African.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: Innovation meets the privacy era

thesouthafrican.comMr Gay World South-Africa 2026: See the finale this weekendThe grand finale of the 2026 Mr Gay World South-Africa pageant is all set for Saturday. Here's everything you need to know!

Mr Gay World South-Africa 2026: See the finale this weekend

thesouthafrican.comHantavirus: South Africa tracks 97 possible contactsDepartment of Health confirms that there has been 97 potential contacts of hantavirus-infected people in South Africa.

Hantavirus: South Africa tracks 97 possible contacts

thesouthafrican.comDua Lipa files R245 million lawsuit against SamsungDua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung over claims the company used her image without permission.

Dua Lipa files R245 million lawsuit against Samsung

thesouthafrican.comSouth Africa lost 345 000 jobs in the first quarter of 2026Statistics South Africa says the official unemployment rate rose to 32.7% in the first quarter from 31.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025.

12 May

South Africa lost 345 000 jobs in the first quarter of 2026

thesouthafrican.comAffordable coastal living is putting this small West Coast town in the spotlightA small fishing village along the West Coast is drawing growing interest from buyers looking for affordable coastal property near Cape Town.

12 May

Affordable coastal living is putting this small West Coast town in the spotlight

thesouthafrican.comPetrol survival guide: 11 ways to cut your fuel bill right nowPetrol prices are at the highest South Africans have recently seen. Here are 10 practical ways South Africans can cut their fuel bill.

12 May

Petrol survival guide: 11 ways to cut your fuel bill right now

thesouthafrican.comNettleton Road neighbours: Who lives on Africa's most expensive street?Nettleton Road in Clifton, Cape Town is Africa's most expensive street - These wealthy people get to call it home...

Nettleton Road neighbours: Who lives on Africa’s most expensive street?

thesouthafrican.comMore flights between London and South Africa coming in 2026Virgin Atlantic will be expanding its South African flight schedule for the 2026/27 peak travel season. Here are the details.

More flights between London and South Africa coming in 2026

thesouthafrican.comRamaphosa to address South Africans as impeachment process loomsPresident Cyril Ramaphosa will address South Africans on Monday evening, after the Constitutional Court revived the Phala Phala process.

Ramaphosa to address South Africans as impeachment process looms

thesouthafrican.comTable Mountain National Park closes areas amid severe stormsTable Mountain National Park has temporarily closed several sites as severe weather lashes Cape Town and surrounding areas.

Table Mountain National Park closes areas amid severe storms

thesouthafrican.comCape storm claims life as tree crushes car in Kenilworth [pic]A passenger has died after a tree blew over and crashed onto a car in Kenilworth, as violent storm conditions continue to batter Cape Town.

Cape storm claims life as tree crushes car in Kenilworth [pic]

thesouthafrican.comWhy this week's PowerBall jackpot has South Africans planning early retirementThis week's PowerBall jackpot could see South Africans go from stressing about fuel prices today to picking out their dream car tomorrow.

Why this week’s PowerBall jackpot has South Africans planning early retirement

thesouthafrican.comMattresses and 'wildly inappropriate' objects pulled from Cape Town's stormwater drainsCape Town teams have pulled mattresses and even wheelie bins from blocked stormwater drains as the City prepares for seasonal rain.

thesouthafrican.comFlySafair extends fuel surcharge by another three monthsFlySafair has extended its temporary fuel surcharge on tickets as jet fuel prices remain under pressure from the Middle East conflict.

FlySafair extends fuel surcharge by another three months

thesouthafrican.comWits and other SA universities targeted in global ShinyHunters hackWits University and several South African institutions have been targeted in a global cyberattack by criminal hacker group ShinyHunters.

Wits and other SA universities targeted in global ShinyHunters hack