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My daughter started speaking a language I never taught her — what she said made me call the police

My daughter started speaking a language I never taught her — what she said made me call the police

Confessions

5 minutes ago

Former 5FM radio personality Poppy Ntshongwana returns to radio

Celebrities

an hour ago

'Scandal!' fans react to Rouge The Rapper's debut as Sanka's sister: "Mdala is too relaxed"

TV Shows

3 hours ago

"We cannot trust": Joburg woman complains about service delivery after SARS collects R2 trillion

People

4 hours ago

Naledi Aphiwe explains why she fired her manager: "Stepping away is necessary"

Celebrities

5 hours ago

"R400 000, SOLD!": Dog sold at an auction leaves SA confused and in disbelief

People

6 hours ago

Skomota spotted at wedding singer Maredi's event in Limpopo: "He stole the show"

Celebrities

7 hours ago

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Former 'Idols SA' star Heinz Winckler and wife apologise for "overweight comments"

Former 'Idols SA' star Heinz Winckler and wife apologise for "overweight comments"

Businessman and former 'Idols SA' contestant Heinz Winckler and his wife Alette have apologised for their comments, which condemned overweight people.

Celebrities

a day ago by Rae Seleme

Labour Court rules bakery manager’s dismissal over bible verse unfair

Labour Court rules bakery manager’s dismissal over bible verse unfair

South Africa

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Anele Mdoda’s old tweets come back to haunt her amid husband’s R14M PPE scandal

Anele Mdoda’s old tweets come back to haunt her amid husband’s R14M PPE scandal

Celebrities

a day ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

13-year-old boy escapes burning vehicle as R67 collision in Eastern Cape claims three lives

13-year-old boy escapes burning vehicle as R67 collision in Eastern Cape claims three lives

South Africa

a day ago by Byron Pillay

Tshwane mayor asks tuckshop owner to eat meat snack he's selling in TikTok video

Tshwane mayor asks tuckshop owner to eat meat snack he's selling in TikTok video

People

a day ago by Rutendo Masasi

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"You send your child to camp and they do not come back": Pretoria learner dies on camping trip

"You send your child to camp and they do not come back": Pretoria learner dies on camping trip

Family and Relationships

5 hours ago

Sizwe Dhlomo defends Anele Mdoda amid her hubby's R14 million PPE scandal

Celebrities

10 hours ago

Anele Mdoda's hubby, Buzza James, breaks his silence following the R14 million PPE scandal

Celebrities

8 hours ago

US-based businessman Elon Musk says South Africa has "racist laws"

Celebrities

4 hours ago

Musa Khawula reveals source behind Julius Malema divorce claims: "I won't apologise"

Celebrities

8 hours ago

Neliswa opens up about finding out about Bravo Le Roux's death after exiting 'Big Brother Mzansi'

Celebrities

12 hours ago

Rugby legend dies at 70 after brief illness, fans left devastated

Rugby

22 hours ago

"The happiest employee": Beloved domestic worker Sis Thembi's link-up with DJ Karri warms hearts

"The happiest employee": Beloved domestic worker Sis Thembi's link-up with DJ Karri warms hearts

People

a day ago

"This is beautiful": Becoming Mrs Ashmore, Botswana culture on display in traditional wedding video

"This is beautiful": Becoming Mrs Ashmore, Botswana culture on display in traditional wedding video

Family and Relationships

2 days ago

"This is my own experience": Afrikaner shares experience with New Zealand healthcare system

"This is my own experience": Afrikaner shares experience with New Zealand healthcare system

People

2 days ago

Rolls-Royce testimony at Madlanga Commission inspired viral skit online

Rolls-Royce testimony at Madlanga Commission inspired viral skit online

Family and Relationships

3 days ago

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SASSA payment dates 2026/2027: Social grants calendar

SASSA payment dates 2026/2027: Social grants calendar

Services

a day ago by Priscillah Mueni

Loyiso MacDonald plays a villain on The Queen but his real life marriage is surprisingly wholesome

Loyiso MacDonald plays a villain on The Queen but his real life marriage is surprisingly wholesome

Facts and lifehacks

a day ago by Favour Adeaga

Magic Hlatshwayo's net worth and the family life he keeps away from the spotlight

Magic Hlatshwayo's net worth and the family life he keeps away from the spotlight

Celebrity biographies

a day ago by Priscillah Mueni

How to check your SASSA R370 payday in 2026/2027. A complete guide

How to check your SASSA R370 payday in 2026/2027. A complete guide

Services

a day ago by Ruth Gitonga

Income tax brackets in South Africa for 2026: An easy guide

Income tax brackets in South Africa for 2026: An easy guide

Services

a day ago by Peris Walubengo

KFC menu and latest updated prices in South Africa (2026)

KFC menu and latest updated prices in South Africa (2026)

Services

a day ago by Bennett Yates

South Africa

SAPS plans body-worn cameras rollout in 2025/26 after years of delays, budget set at R14 million

SAPS plans body-worn cameras rollout in 2025/26 after years of delays, budget set at R14 million

9 hours ago by Justin Williams

Elderly love triangle ends in death, one suspect arrested

Elderly love triangle ends in death, one suspect arrested

9 hours ago by Justin Williams

Mashatile urges South Africans to tackle unemployment and promote community unity

Mashatile urges South Africans to tackle unemployment and promote community unity

10 hours ago by Justin Williams

Tragic outcome: One conjoined twin dies post-surgery in Limpopo as survivor recovers, SA weighs in

Tragic outcome: One conjoined twin dies post-surgery in Limpopo as survivor recovers, SA weighs in

11 hours ago by Justin Williams

Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says it’s no secret US pressured France to disinvite South Africa from G7

Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says it’s no secret US pressured France to disinvite South Africa from G7

a day ago by Byron Pillay

Northern Cape woman whose body was found in a freezer identified

Northern Cape woman whose body was found in a freezer identified

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

South Africa

World

Emmanuel Macron responds to Trump's allegations of spousal abuse by his wife

Emmanuel Macron responds to Trump's allegations of spousal abuse by his wife

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Russia administers first personalised cancer vaccine to patient

Russia administers first personalised cancer vaccine to patient

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

US Visa Applications Now Require Applicants to Open Their Social Media to Government Eyes

US Visa Applications Now Require Applicants to Open Their Social Media to Government Eyes

2 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Iran says trust level with United States at zero as Trump admits conflict could last another 3 weeks

Iran says trust level with United States at zero as Trump admits conflict could last another 3 weeks

3 days ago by Byron Pillay

France denies US pressure behind decision to exclude South Africa from G7 Summit as Kenya is invited

France denies US pressure behind decision to exclude South Africa from G7 Summit as Kenya is invited

8 days ago by Byron Pillay

"He even started tiling": Ghanaian man sends money to build a house back home, returns to nightmare

"He even started tiling": Ghanaian man sends money to build a house back home, returns to nightmare

9 days ago by Jim Mohlala

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Education

Mzansi researchers prove giant prehistoric insects could survive in our modern atmosphere

Mzansi researchers prove giant prehistoric insects could survive in our modern atmosphere

3 days ago by Jim Mohlala

A Complete Guide to Applying to University in 2026

A Complete Guide to Applying to University in 2026

3 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Ekurhuleni primary school learner dies after wall falls on him during break

Ekurhuleni primary school learner dies after wall falls on him during break

8 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

How to Choose the Right University Programme for Your Career Goals in
South Africa

How to Choose the Right University Programme for Your Career Goals in South Africa

16 days ago by Briefly.co.za Branded Content

A-Z list of colleges in South Africa that offer social work courses

A-Z list of colleges in South Africa that offer social work courses

18 days ago by Salma Rashid

uMfolozi College courses, registration dates, online application, student portal

uMfolozi College courses, registration dates, online application, student portal

18 days ago by Bennett Yates

Education

Politics

Panyaza Lesufi defends Nkululeko Dunga after his qualifications questioned

Panyaza Lesufi defends Nkululeko Dunga after his qualifications questioned

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

ANCYL rejects Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's cabinet reshuffle

ANCYL rejects Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's cabinet reshuffle

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Nomvula Mokonyane's daughter ordered to return R14 million COVID tender

Nomvula Mokonyane's daughter ordered to return R14 million COVID tender

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Report claims King Mswati’s salary to increase by R50 million

Report claims King Mswati’s salary to increase by R50 million

3 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Iran dismisses Donald Trump's allegations that Tehran agreed to ceasefire

Iran dismisses Donald Trump's allegations that Tehran agreed to ceasefire

3 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Thabo Mbeki warns ANC collapse could push South Africa into crisis

Thabo Mbeki warns ANC collapse could push South Africa into crisis

3 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Politics

People

"Ke mang?": Afrikaans primary school students in North West melt hearts learning Setswana

"Ke mang?": Afrikaans primary school students in North West melt hearts learning Setswana

8 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Video: Look into Mankweng Hospital staff singing after conjoined twins' surgery after tragic loss

Video: Look into Mankweng Hospital staff singing after conjoined twins' surgery after tragic loss

8 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

"Safety shouldn't be a privilege": 16-year-old SA teen from Limpopo invents women's safety device

"Safety shouldn't be a privilege": 16-year-old SA teen from Limpopo invents women's safety device

9 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

My stepmom surprisingly left me her $3m house — Then I found a letter that changed everything

My stepmom surprisingly left me her $3m house — Then I found a letter that changed everything

9 hours ago by Kola Muhammed

My grandma's church ignored her for 50 years — Then asked for money at her hospital bed

My grandma's church ignored her for 50 years — Then asked for money at her hospital bed

9 hours ago by Kola Muhammed

I left to buy my daughter a birthday gift — I returned to empty house and a shocking note

I left to buy my daughter a birthday gift — I returned to empty house and a shocking note

10 hours ago by Kola Muhammed

People

Women Empowerment Family and Relationships Confessions

Business and Economy

Inside SA company where employees earned over R2 million a year on average

Inside SA company where employees earned over R2 million a year on average

3 days ago by Gloria Masia

Nathan Kirsh to be richer than Johann Rupert after sale of Jetro Restaurant Depot

Nathan Kirsh to be richer than Johann Rupert after sale of Jetro Restaurant Depot

3 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"Reduce your salt": Chicken Licken sparks outrage across Mzansi after scrap rubber band decision

"Reduce your salt": Chicken Licken sparks outrage across Mzansi after scrap rubber band decision

4 days ago by Jim Mohlala

How and where to sell old coins in South Africa (2026)

How and where to sell old coins in South Africa (2026)

15 days ago by Cyprine Apindi

Millwright salary in South Africa: what you can expect in 2026

Millwright salary in South Africa: what you can expect in 2026

15 days ago by Bennett Yates

Dentist salary in South Africa: What to expect in 2026

Dentist salary in South Africa: What to expect in 2026

15 days ago by Justine De Lange

Business and Economy

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Sports

Court ruling blocks Kaizer Chiefs move for top South African prospect

Court ruling blocks Kaizer Chiefs move for top South African prospect

22 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Ex-Sundowns star backs Mofokeng for European move away from Pirates

Ex-Sundowns star backs Mofokeng for European move away from Pirates

23 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Viral photo allegedly showing Caster Semenya sparks heated debate online

Viral photo allegedly showing Caster Semenya sparks heated debate online

a day ago by Ncube Harrison

Tiger Woods crash: Bodycam video links golf star to call with Donald Trump

Tiger Woods crash: Bodycam video links golf star to call with Donald Trump

a day ago by Ncube Harrison

Elana Brooke’s family break silence after arrest of cricketer boyfriend Tristan Perez

Elana Brooke’s family break silence after arrest of cricketer boyfriend Tristan Perez

a day ago by Ncube Harrison

New details reveal cause of death of Shane Christie

New details reveal cause of death of Shane Christie

a day ago by Raphael Abiola

Sports

Rugby Football

Facts and lifehacks

Doppio Zero menu and prices in South Africa (updated for 2026)

Doppio Zero menu and prices in South Africa (updated for 2026)

a day ago by Cyprine Apindi

Discover Mamacita's Cape Town: Menu and latest prices in 2026

Discover Mamacita's Cape Town: Menu and latest prices in 2026

a day ago by Rodah Mogeni

Who is Johnny Link? Meet the 'My Life with the Walter Boys' star

Who is Johnny Link? Meet the 'My Life with the Walter Boys' star

a day ago by Alice Wabwile

Zula Beach in Richards Bay: menu with latest prices (2026)

Zula Beach in Richards Bay: menu with latest prices (2026)

a day ago by Bennett Yates

Tara Lipinski's husband: Facts about Todd Kapostasy and their marriage timeline

Tara Lipinski's husband: Facts about Todd Kapostasy and their marriage timeline

2 days ago by Ruth Gitonga

Meet Tsholofelo Matshaba: Her age, child, husband, tattoos, career, weight loss, and more

Meet Tsholofelo Matshaba: Her age, child, husband, tattoos, career, weight loss, and more

3 days ago by Alice Wabwile

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Entertainment

Former 'Isidingo' actress Mary-Anne Barlow joins 'Generations: The Legacy'

Former 'Isidingo' actress Mary-Anne Barlow joins 'Generations: The Legacy'

a day ago by Rae Seleme

Londie London drags Thandeka Tshabalala for rude response to Ghost Lady, SA dissappointed

Londie London drags Thandeka Tshabalala for rude response to Ghost Lady, SA dissappointed

a day ago by Jessica Gcaba

Anele Mdoda’s joke amid hubby's R14m scandal sparks reactions: "Just be careful"

Anele Mdoda’s joke amid hubby's R14m scandal sparks reactions: "Just be careful"

a day ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Former Miss SA Tamaryn Green celebrates 4th anniversary, mutes comment section on IG

Former Miss SA Tamaryn Green celebrates 4th anniversary, mutes comment section on IG

a day ago by Rae Seleme

Ntando Duma's before and after photos have fans gushing: "That marriage glow"

Ntando Duma's before and after photos have fans gushing: "That marriage glow"

a day ago by Jessica Gcaba

Dineo Moloisane claps back at Londie London following "horse teeth" comments

Dineo Moloisane claps back at Londie London following "horse teeth" comments

a day ago by Jessica Gcaba

Entertainment

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Editorial

Briefly News is a Global Finalist at the WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards 2026

Briefly News is a Global Finalist at the WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards 2026

15 days ago by Mariia Bohdanovska

Expert warns South Africa's water crisis could worsen without urgent action

Expert warns South Africa's water crisis could worsen without urgent action

16 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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