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Mosimane criticised for benching Mbekezeli Mbokazi against Kenya

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Mosimane criticised for benching Mbekezeli Mbokazi against Kenya

Football

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Percy Tau tipped for Chloorkop return after former Mamelodi Sundowns star's backing

Football

an hour ago

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PSL giants move closer to signing Percy Tau after positive Chloorkop training sessions

Football

2 hours ago

'MAFS Mzansi's Esethu Seku and Prince Masuku share loved-up date night photo

Celebrities

4 hours ago

77,414 Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners still unplaced for 2027 in Gauteng schools

South Africa

5 hours ago

Thembisa Mdoda jokes about her age on her birthday; Mzansi is stunned: 'You are not 30 yet?'

Celebrities

5 hours ago

Simon’s Town baboon troops relocated to Kogelfontein amid fierce public backlash

People

5 hours ago

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ANC NEC declares Democratic Alliance a 'last resort' for coalition talks at local municipalities

ANC NEC declares Democratic Alliance a 'last resort' for coalition talks at local municipalities

The ANC's NEC has taken a resolution with regard to working with the DA in local government coalition talks, sparking varied reactions on social media.

Politics

2 days ago by Byron Pillay

Sphelele Luthuli Buys Brand-New White Mercedes-Benz, Mzansi Reacts to Luxury Flex

Celebrities

2 days ago by Jessica Gcaba

Mzwandile Stick pays tribute to Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel ahead of 50-Test record

Mzwandile Stick pays tribute to Damian de Allende and Jesse Kriel ahead of 50-Test record

Rugby

2 days ago by Ncube Harrison

Trevor Noah blames apartheid for hilarious childhood toilet story on Michelle Obama's podcast

Trevor Noah blames apartheid for hilarious childhood toilet story on Michelle Obama's podcast

Celebrities

2 days ago by Gloria Masia

Benni McCarthy makes pointed Hugo Broos comparison while backing Pitso Mosimane

Benni McCarthy makes pointed Hugo Broos comparison while backing Pitso Mosimane

Football

2 days ago by Raphael Abiola

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eNCA journalist Nabeelah Shaikh dies at 34, Family confirms cause of death

eNCA journalist Nabeelah Shaikh dies at 34, Family confirms cause of death

Celebrities

13 hours ago

eNCA mourns Nabeelah Shaikh, investigative reporter who died at 34 with her unborn child

People

11 hours ago

eNCA reporter Nabeelah Shaikh and her unborn child to be laid to rest together

People

19 hours ago

Rydalpark Secondary School matric learner dies in crash while travelling to celebrate Diwali

People

13 hours ago

Anele Mdoda's sister Zamalisa drags husband Buzza into family feud

Celebrities

19 hours ago

Nomzamo Mbatha praised as producer of Anele Mdoda's Netflix wedding special 'Stars & Vows'

Celebrities

14 hours ago

The UK clarifies passport renewal rules for South African dual nationals

Europe

8 hours ago

1960s doomsday paper predicted end of world on 13 November 2026

1960s doomsday paper predicted end of world on 13 November 2026

People

2 days ago

"You look like a princess": Nadia Jaftha unveils breathtaking second bridal gown wowing Mzansi

"You look like a princess": Nadia Jaftha unveils breathtaking second bridal gown wowing Mzansi

Family and Relationships

2 days ago

Dr Gravestone forgives Tsekeleke for body-shaming remarks, opens up about facial dysmorphia

Dr Gravestone forgives Tsekeleke for body-shaming remarks, opens up about facial dysmorphia

People

2 days ago

Microsoft global outage hits Teams, Outlook and Copilot in 74 countries

Microsoft global outage hits Teams, Outlook and Copilot in 74 countries

People

2 days ago

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"Taxi drivers don't respect us": Driver fails to fix taxi door, forcing passengers to hold

"Taxi drivers don't respect us": Driver fails to fix taxi door, forcing passengers to hold

People

11 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

"SA has failed the youth": Graduate shares transition from graduation cap to Checkers Sixty60 vest

"SA has failed the youth": Graduate shares transition from graduation cap to Checkers Sixty60 vest

People

10 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

Afrikaner refugee in the US opens up about life abroad and faces immigration questions

Afrikaner refugee in the US opens up about life abroad and faces immigration questions

People

11 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

Promoters clarify Olivia Dean SA concert prices after fierce backlash, Fans react: "Who can afford R3k?"

Promoters clarify Olivia Dean SA concert prices after fierce backlash, Fans react: "Who can afford R3k?"

Celebrities

3 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

"Come back home": SA dad vents about a German restaurant not being child-friendly

"Come back home": SA dad vents about a German restaurant not being child-friendly

Family and Relationships

11 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

"Looks nice": Russian woman living in South Africa shows off new Cape Town rooftop bar

"Looks nice": Russian woman living in South Africa shows off new Cape Town rooftop bar

People

2 days ago by Bongiwe Mati

South Africa

3 suspects arrested in Winterveldt after Facebook Marketplace car deal turns into kidnapping

3 suspects arrested in Winterveldt after Facebook Marketplace car deal turns into kidnapping

5 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Gauteng traffic police officer investigated for bribery after video goes viral

Gauteng traffic police officer investigated for bribery after video goes viral

6 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Boy, 14, arrested after domestic worker, 51, shot dead on Barberton farm

Boy, 14, arrested after domestic worker, 51, shot dead on Barberton farm

9 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

4 People killed in Lavender Hill and retreat shootings over 1 weekend

4 People killed in Lavender Hill and retreat shootings over 1 weekend

11 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Miss SA 2026 crown: Nungu Diamonds breaks silence on 'Burger King' crown after public backlash

Miss SA 2026 crown: Nungu Diamonds breaks silence on 'Burger King' crown after public backlash

11 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Cat Matlala white bricks video: Smangaliso Nsizwane says he did not know what product was

Cat Matlala white bricks video: Smangaliso Nsizwane says he did not know what product was

13 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

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New Zealand sets age limit for South African work to residence visa applicants

New Zealand sets age limit for South African work to residence visa applicants

10 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Russell Brand's accuser reveals identity, details alleged assault at age 16

13 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

Social media reacts to rare prison photos of R. Kelly serving 31-year sentence: "He looks 79"

Social media reacts to rare prison photos of R. Kelly serving 31-year sentence: "He looks 79"

18 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

South Africans applying for UK citizenship face strict limits on time abroad

South Africans applying for UK citizenship face strict limits on time abroad

a day ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Israel offers African migrants R59k and free flights to leave by end of 2026

Israel offers African migrants R59k and free flights to leave by end of 2026

a day ago by Nerissa Naidoo

South Africans born before 1985 may qualify for Dutch citizenship through option procedure

South Africans born before 1985 may qualify for Dutch citizenship through option procedure

2 days ago by Tendani Mungoni

World

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Education

South Africans question the authenticity of Grade 10 question paper on Xenophobia and Immigration

South Africans question the authenticity of Grade 10 question paper on Xenophobia and Immigration

16 days ago by Jessica Gcaba

Top 15 most difficult degrees in South Africa: Toughest courses

Top 15 most difficult degrees in South Africa: Toughest courses

16 days ago by Favour Adeaga

UK universities withdraw admissions to students from three major countries

UK universities withdraw admissions to students from three major countries

a month ago by Nerissa Naidoo

23-year-old SA developer builds free app to help learners pass maths

23-year-old SA developer builds free app to help learners pass maths

a month ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Matric exams: Everything the class of 2026 needs to know before 13 October

Matric exams: Everything the class of 2026 needs to know before 13 October

a month ago by Nerissa Naidoo

National Senior Certificate: Everything you need to know about the examinations

National Senior Certificate: Everything you need to know about the examinations

a month ago by Priscillah Mueni

Education

Politics

EFF branch treasurer Lebogang Madiba laid to rest in Polokwane after fatal stabbing

EFF branch treasurer Lebogang Madiba laid to rest in Polokwane after fatal stabbing

15 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

“This is pathetic”: Herman Mashaba’s Helen Zille post draws backlash from Johannesburg voters

“This is pathetic”: Herman Mashaba’s Helen Zille post draws backlash from Johannesburg voters

a day ago by Nerissa Naidoo

IEC publishes 2026 Local Government Election results, councils have 14 days to meet

IEC publishes 2026 Local Government Election results, councils have 14 days to meet

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

ANC begins coalition talks with EFF after winning 30.89% in 2026 Local Government Elections

ANC begins coalition talks with EFF after winning 30.89% in 2026 Local Government Elections

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

SACP welcomes ANC move to drop DA as coalition partner in local municipalities

SACP welcomes ANC move to drop DA as coalition partner in local municipalities

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

IEC confirms 1,708 election objections lodged after 2026 Local Government Elections

IEC confirms 1,708 election objections lodged after 2026 Local Government Elections

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Politics

People

“It’s nice to be human”: Simbithi security guard’s life philosophy at boom gate wins SA Hearts

“It’s nice to be human”: Simbithi security guard’s life philosophy at boom gate wins SA Hearts

8 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

"I would cry": Dr Joy Saville credits God for her path to medicine after an E for maths

"I would cry": Dr Joy Saville credits God for her path to medicine after an E for maths

9 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

South Africans respond to viral earthquake prophecy in video

South Africans respond to viral earthquake prophecy in video

10 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

South African woman convinced Woolworths is cheap, sparking debate over grocery prices

South African woman convinced Woolworths is cheap, sparking debate over grocery prices

10 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

South African entertainment legend Eddie Eckstein of the bats dies at 86

South African entertainment legend Eddie Eckstein of the bats dies at 86

11 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

SA woman shares uncomfortable experiences with petrol attendants and others chime in

SA woman shares uncomfortable experiences with petrol attendants and others chime in

11 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

People

Women Empowerment Family and Relationships Confessions

Business and Economy

Woolworths Food opens new unique store at Tzaneen Lifestyle Centre in Limpopo

Woolworths Food opens new unique store at Tzaneen Lifestyle Centre in Limpopo

5 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Why Exness Team Pro’s Kojo Forex Waits for the Candle to Close

Why Exness Team Pro’s Kojo Forex Waits for the Candle to Close

5 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Major retailer closes 120 SA stores and cuts R257m in costs as online sales surge

Major retailer closes 120 SA stores and cuts R257m in costs as online sales surge

8 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

What losing AGOA benefits could mean for South Africa

What losing AGOA benefits could mean for South Africa

12 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Johannesburg company wins court fight with SARS over tax returns it never approved

Johannesburg company wins court fight with SARS over tax returns it never approved

22 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Good news for motorists as Transport Minister Barbara Creecy rejects proposed RAF fuel levy hike

Good news for motorists as Transport Minister Barbara Creecy rejects proposed RAF fuel levy hike

a month ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Business and Economy

Energy Money Industry Technology Economy

Sports

South African rugby star weighs in after Maxime Lucu faces racism claims over apparent snub of Ox Nche

South African rugby star weighs in after Maxime Lucu faces racism claims over apparent snub of Ox Nche

a day ago by Raphael Abiola

France captain Antoine Dupont explains why beating the Springboks means so much

France captain Antoine Dupont explains why beating the Springboks means so much

a day ago by Dzikamai Matara

Rassie Erasmus makes worrying admission after Springboks lose to France

Rassie Erasmus makes worrying admission after Springboks lose to France

a day ago by Dzikamai Matara

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's Game Questioned After Springboks Defeat, Dupont Comparison Sparks Debate

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's Game Questioned After Springboks Defeat, Dupont Comparison Sparks Debate

a day ago by Ncube Harrison

Jacques Kallis' Pollard comments divide Springboks fans after France defeat

Jacques Kallis' Pollard comments divide Springboks fans after France defeat

a day ago by Ncube Harrison

Why Rassie Erasmus made a late Springboks front-row change before Paris Test

Why Rassie Erasmus made a late Springboks front-row change before Paris Test

a day ago by Raphael Abiola

Sports

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Meet Caitlin Nugent Clancy, wife of Kevin "KFC" Clancy from Barstool

Meet Caitlin Nugent Clancy, wife of Kevin "KFC" Clancy from Barstool

7 days ago by Alice Wabwile

Who is Joshua Pete? Megan Thee Stallion’s true story

Who is Joshua Pete? Megan Thee Stallion’s true story

8 days ago by Favour Adeaga

Hlengiwe Lushaba's story: From early life to acting success

Hlengiwe Lushaba's story: From early life to acting success

8 days ago by Rodah Mogeni

Who is Thandeka Nodada? Age, husband, education, career, weight loss, profiles

Who is Thandeka Nodada? Age, husband, education, career, weight loss, profiles

8 days ago by Priscillah Mueni

Ousmane Dembélé's wife, Rima Edbouche: the TikTok star who stood by him through Ballon d'Or triumph

Ousmane Dembélé's wife, Rima Edbouche: the TikTok star who stood by him through Ballon d'Or triumph

8 days ago by Bennett Yates

Meet Sophia Weber: model, influencer and Kai Havertz's wife

Meet Sophia Weber: model, influencer and Kai Havertz's wife

10 days ago by Favour Adeaga

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Entertainment

Anele Mdoda's husband Buzza Mgudlwa has Mzansi women swooning after Netflix special

Anele Mdoda's husband Buzza Mgudlwa has Mzansi women swooning after Netflix special

5 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

Uncle Waffles accused of getting cosmetic surgery as side-by-side photos go viral

Uncle Waffles accused of getting cosmetic surgery as side-by-side photos go viral

6 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

Mzansi revisits Tshepi Vundla's 2019 abuse allegations against late Tibz

Mzansi revisits Tshepi Vundla's 2019 abuse allegations against late Tibz

6 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

'Izingane Zes'thembu' star Khwezi Mazibuko celebrates son on his 1st birthday, Fans debate who he resembles

'Izingane Zes'thembu' star Khwezi Mazibuko celebrates son on his 1st birthday, Fans debate who he resembles

7 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Yung Miami mocked after sharing 'Take Me to Chanel' video following Tyla plagiarism claims

Yung Miami mocked after sharing 'Take Me to Chanel' video following Tyla plagiarism claims

10 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

Pearl Mbewe confirms she and Sello Maake ka-Ncube are back together after turbulent split

Pearl Mbewe confirms she and Sello Maake ka-Ncube are back together after turbulent split

10 hours ago by Moroba Maepa

Entertainment

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Editorial

Software for the Caribbean's charter capital: A Joburg founder's unlikely industry

Software for the Caribbean's charter capital: A Joburg founder's unlikely industry

11 days ago by Maryn Blignaut

Briefly News Named Best Digital News Platform 2026 in South Africa at Global Business Awards

Briefly News Named Best Digital News Platform 2026 in South Africa at Global Business Awards

a month ago by Felix Imoh

Elections 2026: Coalitions didn't break local government, they exposed it

Elections 2026: Coalitions didn't break local government, they exposed it

a month ago by Sibusisiwe Lwandle

Celebrated in August, buried in September: Women’s Month honours women, the rest of the year must protect them

Celebrated in August, buried in September: Women’s Month honours women, the rest of the year must protect them

a month ago by Maryn Blignaut

Briefly News and Cars.co.za Celebrate the Women Driving South Africa's Motoring Industry

Briefly News and Cars.co.za Celebrate the Women Driving South Africa's Motoring Industry

a month ago by Felix Imoh

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