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Unathi Nkayi marks her official return to music: "I wanted to tell a story"

Unathi Nkayi marks her official return to music: "I wanted to tell a story"

Music

20 minutes ago

"You nailed it": SA comedian aces Mel Viljoen's live eNCA interview walkout skit, SA impressed

People

21 minutes ago

SAPS defends recent anti-illegal immigration protests: "No violence"

South Africa

34 minutes ago

“Once you get warm then it’s chai”: wife’s thoughtful World Cup gift leaves SA amused

Family and Relationships

42 minutes ago

Tamia drops Andile Mpisane's surname amid divorce rumours, SA is not surprised

Celebrities

42 minutes ago

Good news for lotto players with old winning tickets from Ithuba

People

48 minutes ago

Student teacher's alleged assault by learner and parents in viral video leaves Mzansi outraged

South Africa

49 minutes ago

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Former 'Generations' actress Thahira Syed battles 3 deadly diseases, needs financial help

Former 'Generations' actress Thahira Syed battles 3 deadly diseases, needs financial help

Fan-favourite actress Thahira Syed, who portrayed the character of Shaan Naidoo-Maistry in 'Generations', is seeking donations to fight 3 deadly diseases.

Celebrities

21 hours ago by Rae Seleme

Pearl Thusi reveals why she avoids marriage: "I run away from it"

Pearl Thusi reveals why she avoids marriage: "I run away from it"

Celebrities

22 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

‘No one should die at work’: ANCYL lays criminal case against Cartrack after Gcina Dhladhla's death

‘No one should die at work’: ANCYL lays criminal case against Cartrack after Gcina Dhladhla's death

South Africa

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma responds to former SABC editor Sophie Mokoena blocking her on X

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma responds to former SABC editor Sophie Mokoena blocking her on X

Celebrities

a day ago by Jessica Gcaba

Former All Blacks question timing of Springboks coach Tony Brown’s New Zealand move

Former All Blacks question timing of Springboks coach Tony Brown’s New Zealand move

Rugby

2 days ago by Dzikamai Matara

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SAPS launches inquest into death of Parklands College headboy

SAPS launches inquest into death of Parklands College headboy

South Africa

13 hours ago

EFF intervenes in investigation of Cartrack employee Gcina Dhladhla's death

Politics

14 hours ago

Video: Mel Viljoen storms out of eNCA interview after tough question

Celebrities

13 hours ago

"Remembered forever": Hoërskool Florida mourns death of a learner in heartbreaking tribute

Family and Relationships

17 hours ago

"Make him Mayor": Joburg mayoral candidate's Setswana accent has Mzansi in disbelief

People

an hour ago

South African legend passes away at home in Plettenberg Bay

Sports

19 hours ago

"This is sad": SA mourns Lorenzo Kruger, Mzansi teacher who died in Vietnam after cancer battle

People

15 hours ago

"A heart of gold": Cape Town woman leaves SA emotional with donations for waiter's preschool dream

"A heart of gold": Cape Town woman leaves SA emotional with donations for waiter's preschool dream

Family and Relationships

23 hours ago

"Hope he's returned safely": Mzansi reacts after lion spotted roaming freely in northern KZN

"Hope he's returned safely": Mzansi reacts after lion spotted roaming freely in northern KZN

South Africa

a day ago

"She kept me going": Western Cape family wiped out in car crash after grandfather's heart attack

"She kept me going": Western Cape family wiped out in car crash after grandfather's heart attack

Family and Relationships

a day ago

SportyTV Assembles Bafana Bafana Royalty for Landmark R10 FIFA World Cup 2026 Broadcast

SportyTV Assembles Bafana Bafana Royalty for Landmark R10 FIFA World Cup 2026 Broadcast

Football

2 days ago

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Rhodes University online application for 2027: dates, fees, and requirements

Rhodes University online application for 2027: dates, fees, and requirements

Education

2 days ago by Favour Adeaga

University of Mpumalanga online application for 2026/2027: UMP forms and closing dates

University of Mpumalanga online application for 2026/2027: UMP forms and closing dates

Education

2 days ago by Peris Walubengo

Aramex South Africa opens opportunities for female couriers in traditionally male-dominated industry

Aramex South Africa opens opportunities for female couriers in traditionally male-dominated industry

Women Empowerment

2 days ago by Bongiwe Mati

Woman turns shack into stylish home, South Africans are inspired

Woman turns shack into stylish home, South Africans are inspired

Women Empowerment

2 days ago by Zinhle Sibanyoni

“We need answers”: outcry grows after young woman’s alleged death at workplace goes viral

“We need answers”: outcry grows after young woman’s alleged death at workplace goes viral

South Africa

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Intercare opens an advanced medical and dental centre in Kyalami, operating 7 days a week

Intercare opens an advanced medical and dental centre in Kyalami, operating 7 days a week

People

a day ago by Bongiwe Mati

South Africa

“At least the sign is funny”: SA dusted by broken escalator sign at Greenstone mall

“At least the sign is funny”: SA dusted by broken escalator sign at Greenstone mall

2 hours ago by Jim Mohlala

Bus containting 270 Nigerians bound for Nigeria leaves for OR Tambo

Bus containting 270 Nigerians bound for Nigeria leaves for OR Tambo

12 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"I lost everything”: Jailed former SARS official shares painful warning against corruption

"I lost everything”: Jailed former SARS official shares painful warning against corruption

13 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

“This is wrong”: SA reacts after loose KZN lion is put down

“This is wrong”: SA reacts after loose KZN lion is put down

14 hours ago by Jim Mohlala

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma gives marching orders for 30 June

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma gives marching orders for 30 June

14 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

KZN skeletal remains case: Police release two men on warning after bones found at illegal dumpsite

KZN skeletal remains case: Police release two men on warning after bones found at illegal dumpsite

15 hours ago by Byron Pillay

South Africa

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Nigeria considering retaliatory action against South Africa over protests against foreign nationals

Nigeria considering retaliatory action against South Africa over protests against foreign nationals

a day ago by Byron Pillay

From vuvuzelas to braais: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani praises South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup

From vuvuzelas to braais: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani praises South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup

a day ago by Byron Pillay

US refugee programme admitted only white South Africans in 2026, latest data shows

US refugee programme admitted only white South Africans in 2026, latest data shows

2 days ago by Byron Pillay

Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister welcomes second group from South Africa, says no one was abandoned

Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister welcomes second group from South Africa, says no one was abandoned

3 days ago by Byron Pillay

Nigeria plans to repatriate more 1,000 citizens from South Africa, locals suggest more should leave

Nigeria plans to repatriate more 1,000 citizens from South Africa, locals suggest more should leave

5 days ago by Byron Pillay

US government to impose fresh tariffs on countries including South Africa

US government to impose fresh tariffs on countries including South Africa

7 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

World

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Education

UCT lands in global top 1.3% in 2026 world university rankings but drops to second in Africa

UCT lands in global top 1.3% in 2026 world university rankings but drops to second in Africa

7 days ago by Jim Mohlala

"Lies, lies, lies": South Africa’s 2026 teacher salary adjustments leave Mzansi with mixed feelings

"Lies, lies, lies": South Africa’s 2026 teacher salary adjustments leave Mzansi with mixed feelings

8 days ago by Jim Mohlala

New science hub opens to boost STEM learning across Ekurhuleni schools

New science hub opens to boost STEM learning across Ekurhuleni schools

8 days ago by Tendani Mungoni

Akademia buys land in Paarl for new Afrikaans university campus

Akademia buys land in Paarl for new Afrikaans university campus

12 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Walter Sisulu’s grandson earns PhD at GIBS for research on African business elites

Walter Sisulu’s grandson earns PhD at GIBS for research on African business elites

28 days ago by Jim Mohlala

What is the official retirement age in South Africa in 2026?

What is the official retirement age in South Africa in 2026?

a month ago by Sheila Kamau

Education

Politics

MK Party to announce position on March and March's 30 June shutdown

MK Party to announce position on March and March's 30 June shutdown

19 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Donald Trump vows to respond after Apache plane shot down

Donald Trump vows to respond after Apache plane shot down

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Julius Malema takes aim at Madlanga Commission commissioner Matthew Chaskalson

Julius Malema takes aim at Madlanga Commission commissioner Matthew Chaskalson

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Julius Malema feeds calf milk in viral video amid legal battles

Julius Malema feeds calf milk in viral video amid legal battles

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Julius Malema case against Kenny Kunene struck off the roll due to clerical error

Julius Malema case against Kenny Kunene struck off the roll due to clerical error

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

South Africans in disbelief as ANC reportedly considers Nhlanhla Lux as a mayoral candidate

South Africans in disbelief as ANC reportedly considers Nhlanhla Lux as a mayoral candidate

a day ago by Byron Pillay

Politics

People

I came home from the army expecting a happy reunion – But all I found was betrayal

I came home from the army expecting a happy reunion – But all I found was betrayal

an hour ago by Samuel Gitonga

“You’re officially South African”: Mzansi reacts after influencer "Jack Mabaso" gets Hart pot

“You’re officially South African”: Mzansi reacts after influencer "Jack Mabaso" gets Hart pot

an hour ago by Jim Mohlala

"Amazing": SA Christian faith delegation attends the Global Summit on Antisemitism in Jerusalem

"Amazing": SA Christian faith delegation attends the Global Summit on Antisemitism in Jerusalem

10 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

"Enjoy your new beginning": Saffer details long travel journey while settling in the US, SA moved

"Enjoy your new beginning": Saffer details long travel journey while settling in the US, SA moved

12 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

Motorist blesses petrol attendant generous cash tip in heartwarming filling station moment

Motorist blesses petrol attendant generous cash tip in heartwarming filling station moment

14 hours ago by Gloria Masia

"I'm nervous": Rory Petzer begs Mzansi for Bafana Bafana gees ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

"I'm nervous": Rory Petzer begs Mzansi for Bafana Bafana gees ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

14 hours ago by Jim Mohlala

People

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Business and Economy

KFC India CMO Suhayl Limbada to keynote Nedbank IMC 2026 in Johannesburg

KFC India CMO Suhayl Limbada to keynote Nedbank IMC 2026 in Johannesburg

3 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Tiger Brands sells iconic Beacon brand as part of major business shake-up

8 days ago by Jim Mohlala

The Next Phase of Transformation: Where Policy, Power and Progress Collide

The Next Phase of Transformation: Where Policy, Power and Progress Collide

8 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

JustMarkets Great Anniversary Contest is LIVE: $50K+ in Prizes & Gold Bars for Top Traders

JustMarkets Great Anniversary Contest is LIVE: $50K+ in Prizes & Gold Bars for Top Traders

9 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

"Even the specials are expensive": Woolies deals fail to impress Mzansi in TikTok post

"Even the specials are expensive": Woolies deals fail to impress Mzansi in TikTok post

14 days ago by Jim Mohlala

How to Build A Trading Routine That Works for the African Lifestyle

How to Build A Trading Routine That Works for the African Lifestyle

14 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Business and Economy

Energy Money Industry Technology Economy

Sports

Bafana Bafana return to the World stage as the Mexico clash reignites 2010 memories

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Bafana Bafana return to the World stage as the Mexico clash reignites 2010 memories

an hour ago by Ncube Harrison

Another injury blow for Springboks as Erasmus bolsters squad

Another injury blow for Springboks as Erasmus bolsters squad

10 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

What derailed Kaizer Chiefs? Amakhosi receive blunt assessment of 2025/26 season

What derailed Kaizer Chiefs? Amakhosi receive blunt assessment of 2025/26 season

10 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Millions on the line: Bafana Bafana players’ World Cup bonus earnings revealed

Millions on the line: Bafana Bafana players’ World Cup bonus earnings revealed

10 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Viral oracle cat predicts winner of South Africa vs Mexico World Cup opener, fans react

Viral oracle cat predicts winner of South Africa vs Mexico World Cup opener, fans react

10 hours ago by Dzikamai Matara

France World Cup winner’s powerful message to Bafana Bafana ahead of opener

France World Cup winner’s powerful message to Bafana Bafana ahead of opener

12 hours ago by Dzikamai Matara

Sports

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My 18-Hour Labour Saved My Miracle Baby — Then My Husband Forged My Name to Give Her to His Mother

My 18-Hour Labour Saved My Miracle Baby — Then My Husband Forged My Name to Give Her to His Mother

6 days ago by Ruth Gitonga

I Married a Widower With Two Little Girls – One Said: 'Come See Where Mom Lives' and Led Me Outside

I Married a Widower With Two Little Girls – One Said: 'Come See Where Mom Lives' and Led Me Outside

6 days ago by Chris Ndetei

My Sister Raised Me, But Her Jealous Fiancé Slapped My Real Birth Certificate on the Dinner Table

My Sister Raised Me, But Her Jealous Fiancé Slapped My Real Birth Certificate on the Dinner Table

6 days ago by Brian Oroo

My Husband Left Me When Our Twins Were Born Blind – 20 Years Later, He Came Back Begging for Help

My Husband Left Me When Our Twins Were Born Blind – 20 Years Later, He Came Back Begging for Help

6 days ago by Racheal Murimi

I Remarried My Ex After He Left Me for His Colleague – During Our Wedding, I Got a Text From Her

I Remarried My Ex After He Left Me for His Colleague – During Our Wedding, I Got a Text From Her

7 days ago by Brian Oroo

My Dead Husband’s "Joke" to Marry His Brother Exploded the Moment I Found the Letter in His Briefcase

My Dead Husband’s "Joke" to Marry His Brother Exploded the Moment I Found the Letter in His Briefcase

7 days ago by Racheal Murimi

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Entertainment

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma reacts to violent anti-immigration protest: "Nobody is calling this xenophobia"

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma reacts to violent anti-immigration protest: "Nobody is calling this xenophobia"

an hour ago by Jessica Gcaba

US rapper Rick Ross mocked for flying commercial at public airport

US rapper Rick Ross mocked for flying commercial at public airport

13 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi breaks silence amid Malema leaked WhatsApp chats drama

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi breaks silence amid Malema leaked WhatsApp chats drama

15 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Actress Tauné Block discusses playing Dr Loren Blue in 'Skeem Saam': "She's kind-hearted"

Actress Tauné Block discusses playing Dr Loren Blue in 'Skeem Saam': "She's kind-hearted"

16 hours ago by Rae Seleme

Mpumelelo Mseleku raises eyebrows after posting SA woman's clip amid Amahle Biyela split

Mpumelelo Mseleku raises eyebrows after posting SA woman's clip amid Amahle Biyela split

16 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Murdah Bongz celebrates 39th birthday with cosy, candle-lit family dinner

Murdah Bongz celebrates 39th birthday with cosy, candle-lit family dinner

18 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

Entertainment

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Editorial

NenzaniLaEzweni Operation: Is KZN’s tough stance on lawless drivers finally working?

NenzaniLaEzweni Operation: Is KZN’s tough stance on lawless drivers finally working?

a month ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Green drop report 2025: South Africa’s water crisis could fuel food insecurity

Green drop report 2025: South Africa’s water crisis could fuel food insecurity

a month ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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