South African News

The Moretele Local Municipality in the North West Province has been plunged into deep mourning following the tragic death of 35-year-old Kenosi Mashishi, who was struck and killed by lightning while attending a cultural event. The devastating incident occurred on Saturday, 3 January 2026, at the Mphebatho Sports Ground in Dertig during a troupes festival […]

After weeks of intense conflict and public exchanges of insults, the feud between Gogo Maweni and Gogo Skhotheni has finally come to an end. The two prominent Sangomas had been embroiled in a bitter dispute that captured widespread attention, with the tension escalating to the point where personal attacks involving their husbands and children were […]

The Tsakane community in Gauteng has been left reeling after the tragic and senseless killing of 20-year-old Xabiso Kambi, who was shot and killed on New Year’s Eve while working at her family’s shop. The devastating incident has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for action against violent crime, particularly crimes targeting young women and […]

The unfolding legal battle involving popular Limpopo musician Lehlogonolo Katlego “Shebeshxt” Chauke took another dramatic twist this week when his highly anticipated bail hearing was unexpectedly postponed. The artist, who returned to the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court for what was meant to be the continuation of his bail application, now faces mounting complications as fresh allegations […]

In the South African music industry, few figures have made as significant an impact as DJ Tira. As the head of Afrotainment, a renowned music label based in Durban, Tira is known for discovering and nurturing some of the most exciting talent in the country. One of his most successful ventures has been working with […]

Former *Skeem Saam* actor Cornet Mamabolo has reached an inspiring milestone that goes far beyond the television screen. Best known for his role as Tbose Maputla, Mamabolo has successfully established an accredited artisan college in his home village, turning personal success into a lasting gift for his community. The announcement has been met with widespread […]

The future of the award-winning Kwaito and Gqom group Big Nuz is in jeopardy as its remaining member, Danger, real name Mzingisi Tshomela, voices his growing dissatisfaction with DJ Tira’s label, Afrotainment. Following the deaths of his fellow group members, R. Mashesha and Mampintsha, Danger finds himself grappling with uncertainty and a lack of support […]

In a heartwarming yet eye-opening incident that highlights the challenges many families face in accessing education, a grandmother reportedly brought six live chickens to a school as a substitute for tuition fees. This happened after her granddaughter was sent home for not having paid the required school fees. The story has touched many hearts online […]

**A Tearful Farewell** Katlego Ranaka, the beloved 24-year-old daughter of *Generations: The Legacy* actress Manaka Ranaka, was laid to rest on Saturday, 1 February, at the South Park Memorial in Germiston. Her funeral service was held at San Salvador Catholic Church in Leondale, Ekurhuleni, where family, friends, colleagues, and schoolmates gathered to bid their final […]