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My boss laughed at my accent — Then the new client asked to speak only to me

My boss laughed at my accent — Then the new client asked to speak only to me

Confessions

2 hours ago

I spent 12 nights caring for the woman who made me feel invisible — Then she spoke

Confessions

4 hours ago

Gareth Cliff reacts to claims BEE costs SA R149 billion to R290 billion a year

Celebrities

5 hours ago

Mamelodi Sundowns confirm star's departure as new challenge awaits

Football

6 hours ago

Former Kaizer Chiefs coach hits back at Hugo Broos over Pitso Mosimane remarks

Football

6 hours ago

Ex-Bafana staffer makes shocking World Cup revelations

Football

6 hours ago

Oscar Mbo promises Shabbawama2k a car if he wins SASMA Award

Celebrities

7 hours ago

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Jackie Phamotse launches 'Bare VI: The Big Five Cartel,' inspired by General Mkhwanazi

Jackie Phamotse launches 'Bare VI: The Big Five Cartel,' inspired by General Mkhwanazi

Jackie Phamotse launched her sixth book in the BARE series, exploring a criminal cartel and inspired by General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's 2025 revelations.

Celebrities

17 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

Naledi Aphiwe responds after being accused of body-shaming Londie's mum

Naledi Aphiwe responds after being accused of body-shaming Londie's mum

Celebrities

17 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Department of Employment and Labour shares list of Gauteng Labour Centres that will be closed temporarily

Department of Employment and Labour shares list of Gauteng Labour Centres that will be closed temporarily

South Africa

17 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Kaizer Chiefs legend questions Brandon Petersen’s future after costly error

Kaizer Chiefs legend questions Brandon Petersen’s future after costly error

Football

18 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

R28.55 a day for food: South Africa's new poverty line reveals harsh reality

R28.55 a day for food: South Africa's new poverty line reveals harsh reality

South Africa

20 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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Tragedy as rugby legend dies aged 69 after car plunges into water

Tragedy as rugby legend dies aged 69 after car plunges into water

Rugby

15 hours ago

SA stunned as man tries to lift dangerous puff adder with bare hands

People

11 hours ago

Oscar Pistorius verdict challenged by retired Senior Advocate after six-year review

Sports

17 hours ago

Laerskool Baillie Park pays tribute to a beloved learner after sudden death

People

19 hours ago

Gift of the Givers reveals 6 missing South Africans as 11-member rescue team Is on stand by

South Africa

16 hours ago

Cheslin Kolbe returns as Handré Pollard ruled out of All Blacks Test

Rugby

20 hours ago

How much does it cost to take a family to Sun City in 2026

People

16 hours ago

“Your dad is dramatic”: Son films parents’ priceless reactions during first visit to chiropractor

“Your dad is dramatic”: Son films parents’ priceless reactions during first visit to chiropractor

Family and Relationships

19 hours ago

Trevor Noah shares gig guide for upcoming SA shows: "There's no more shows we can add"

Trevor Noah shares gig guide for upcoming SA shows: "There's no more shows we can add"

Celebrities

20 hours ago

Retired Hollywood baboon's new life after Hollywood movies

Retired Hollywood baboon's new life after Hollywood movies

People

20 hours ago

SAWS issues severe wind warnings and cold front alert for South Africa this weekend

SAWS issues severe wind warnings and cold front alert for South Africa this weekend

South Africa

20 hours ago

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Who was Sigmond Galloway? All about Mahalia Jackson's ex-husband

Who was Sigmond Galloway? All about Mahalia Jackson's ex-husband

Celebrity biographies

2 days ago by Alice Wabwile

Nanette reflects on healing, Lagos studio sessions and new chapter: "I know what the future holds"

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Nanette reflects on healing, Lagos studio sessions and new chapter: "I know what the future holds"

Celebrities

2 days ago by Moroba Moroeng

Touching Joost van der Westhuizen throwback shared by son Jordan at Ellis Park

Touching Joost van der Westhuizen throwback shared by son Jordan at Ellis Park

Rugby

2 days ago by Raphael Abiola

"Be safe out there": E-hailing driver makes daring escape with gun pointed at his head

"Be safe out there": E-hailing driver makes daring escape with gun pointed at his head

South Africa

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Woman compares drastic price difference for identical products over 10 years

Woman compares drastic price difference for identical products over 10 years

People

2 days ago by Rutendo Masasi

Melissa Mahdeb: How psychology, tech and a love for people shaped her automotive career

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Melissa Mahdeb: How psychology, tech and a love for people shaped her automotive career

Women Empowerment

a day ago by Tendani Mungoni

South Africa

TMPD officer Peter Nonyane turns back on wife in court amid R6 million fraud charges

TMPD officer Peter Nonyane turns back on wife in court amid R6 million fraud charges

8 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"In style": Mpumalanga taxi drivers turn heads in dresses, weaves and nails for women’s month

"In style": Mpumalanga taxi drivers turn heads in dresses, weaves and nails for women’s month

8 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

3 EPWP workers arrested for selling stolen termination medication at Orange Farm clinic

3 EPWP workers arrested for selling stolen termination medication at Orange Farm clinic

9 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

KwaMashu CIT heist: Crowds rush to the scene after armoured vehicle is blown up in KZN

KwaMashu CIT heist: Crowds rush to the scene after armoured vehicle is blown up in KZN

9 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Northern Cape man, 22, gets 20 years for raping his biological mother

Northern Cape man, 22, gets 20 years for raping his biological mother

10 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni claims DJ Sumbody was targeted because of their close ties

Taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni claims DJ Sumbody was targeted because of their close ties

10 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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3D model shows how glacier collapse triggered deadly Nepal Himalayan floods

3D model shows how glacier collapse triggered deadly Nepal Himalayan floods

11 hours ago by Tendani Mungoni

King Harald V of Norway dies at 89 after 35 years on the throne

King Harald V of Norway dies at 89 after 35 years on the throne

13 hours ago by Jim Mohlala

DIRCO contacts families of 6 missing South African tourists after Nepal floods

DIRCO contacts families of 6 missing South African tourists after Nepal floods

19 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Nepal mudslide CCTV footage shows devastating moment

Nepal mudslide CCTV footage shows devastating moment

a day ago by Tendani Mungoni

Ghana's government rejects MTN's GHS20 million donation for xenophobia attack victims

Ghana's government rejects MTN's GHS20 million donation for xenophobia attack victims

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Four South Africans missing after deadly floods hit Nepal-Tibet border

Four South Africans missing after deadly floods hit Nepal-Tibet border

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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SA schools face 4 major rule changes under new Bela Act regulations

SA schools face 4 major rule changes under new Bela Act regulations

2 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Educator vents about unemployment driving people into teaching on Pieter Kriel podcast

Educator vents about unemployment driving people into teaching on Pieter Kriel podcast

7 days ago by Jim Mohlala

SA mom in America details US school enrolment process for families

SA mom in America details US school enrolment process for families

8 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Minerva High School teacher suspended after Alexandra learners protest sexual harassment allegations

Minerva High School teacher suspended after Alexandra learners protest sexual harassment allegations

9 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Crimson education expert warns grade 9 learners against the prestige subject trap

Crimson education expert warns grade 9 learners against the prestige subject trap

9 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

‘Everything can’t be free’: Mzansi divided as R4.2 billion shutdown hits major SA university

‘Everything can’t be free’: Mzansi divided as R4.2 billion shutdown hits major SA university

11 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Education

Politics

MK Party's Gauteng mayoral candidates vow to fight corruption and crime, South Africans have doubts

MK Party's Gauteng mayoral candidates vow to fight corruption and crime, South Africans have doubts

9 hours ago by Byron Pillay

MK Party welcomes SIU findings into Nkandla, questions narrative around Jacob Zuma’s responsibility

MK Party welcomes SIU findings into Nkandla, questions narrative around Jacob Zuma’s responsibility

10 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Cabinet condemns killing of 5 councillors ahead of Local Government Elections

Cabinet condemns killing of 5 councillors ahead of Local Government Elections

11 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

DA Councillor’s viral video playing a game during Joburg council sitting sparks heated debate

DA Councillor’s viral video playing a game during Joburg council sitting sparks heated debate

19 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma stands by ANC money claims as Mbalula court fight begins

Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma stands by ANC money claims as Mbalula court fight begins

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

GOOD Party fined R50,000 after court finds R900,000 donation was deliberately hidden

GOOD Party fined R50,000 after court finds R900,000 donation was deliberately hidden

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Politics

People

Le Creuset lover scores massive haul at bargain prices, Mzansi wants in

Le Creuset lover scores massive haul at bargain prices, Mzansi wants in

9 hours ago by Tendani Mungoni

Man's genius money prank leaves cashier stunned in grocery store

Man's genius money prank leaves cashier stunned in grocery store

9 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

Tyla's sister Sydney Seethal serves chakalaka to Ray on Rakai's live stream

Tyla's sister Sydney Seethal serves chakalaka to Ray on Rakai's live stream

10 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

Where to find the all you can eat buffet starting at under R100 in Johannesburg

Where to find the all you can eat buffet starting at under R100 in Johannesburg

10 hours ago by Tendani Mungoni

Cotton On Cape Town opening turns chaotic as shoppers scramble for goodie bags

Cotton On Cape Town opening turns chaotic as shoppers scramble for goodie bags

12 hours ago by Tendani Mungoni

Belville woman snaps photo of lunar eclipse in Cape Town

Belville woman snaps photo of lunar eclipse in Cape Town

12 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

People

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Business and Economy

Warmbaths owner forever resorts South Africa sold to Benus Trade and Invest

Warmbaths owner forever resorts South Africa sold to Benus Trade and Invest

a day ago by Jim Mohlala

“You now have to pay”: Gent discusses new charges for WhatsApp Business API users from October

“You now have to pay”: Gent discusses new charges for WhatsApp Business API users from October

2 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Remote work reality: South Africans have fewer job opportunities than other Africans

Remote work reality: South Africans have fewer job opportunities than other Africans

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Transnet puts Carlton Centre and 14 other SA properties up for sale

Transnet puts Carlton Centre and 14 other SA properties up for sale

3 days ago by Nerissa Naidoo

Opportunity for South Africans as SA ranks among top AI outsourcing hubs

Opportunity for South Africans as SA ranks among top AI outsourcing hubs

3 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Fuel prices set to rise? What South Africans need to know for September

Fuel prices set to rise? What South Africans need to know for September

3 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Business and Economy

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Sports

Springboks legend reveals why Siya Kolisi's return could make the difference against All Blacks

Springboks legend reveals why Siya Kolisi's return could make the difference against All Blacks

7 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

No smiles as ‘final’ Springboks squad poses for team photo ahead of All Blacks clash

No smiles as ‘final’ Springboks squad poses for team photo ahead of All Blacks clash

9 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Joel Stransky Gets Rugby’s Ultimate Honour Alongside All Blacks Legend

Joel Stransky Gets Rugby’s Ultimate Honour Alongside All Blacks Legend

9 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Siya Kolisi reveals if All Blacks clash could be his final Test amid injury concerns

Siya Kolisi reveals if All Blacks clash could be his final Test amid injury concerns

9 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Murder-Accused Tristan Perez Trains With Pollsmoor Cricket Club

Murder-Accused Tristan Perez Trains With Pollsmoor Cricket Club

10 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Siya Kolisi Sends Strong Message Ahead of All Blacks Clash

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Siya Kolisi Sends Strong Message Ahead of All Blacks Clash

13 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Sports

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Updated LLB law requirements at Unisa: everything to know

Updated LLB law requirements at Unisa: everything to know

22 days ago by Rodah Mogeni

Is Thet Thinn really Jared Leto's girlfriend? Details you should know

Is Thet Thinn really Jared Leto's girlfriend? Details you should know

30 days ago by Favour Adeaga

Five job interview signs experts say could mean your interview went better than expected

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Five job interview signs experts say could mean your interview went better than expected

a month ago by Jim Mohlala

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Entertainment

Rita Ora and Taika Waititi enjoy the sights in Cape Town after Kruger safari

Rita Ora and Taika Waititi enjoy the sights in Cape Town after Kruger safari

9 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Tsontso and Mac Dee plan to buy R2.6 million house with cash

Tsontso and Mac Dee plan to buy R2.6 million house with cash

10 hours ago by Gloria Masia

Sikelelwa Ngubane shares emotional tribute to Menzi Ngubane on his heavenly birthday

Sikelelwa Ngubane shares emotional tribute to Menzi Ngubane on his heavenly birthday

10 hours ago by Gloria Masia

Sydney prank calls Tyla in viral video: "It was a prank on stream"

Sydney prank calls Tyla in viral video: "It was a prank on stream"

11 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Ntsiki Mazwai reacts to Ngizwe Mchunu’s allegations about Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma

Ntsiki Mazwai reacts to Ngizwe Mchunu’s allegations about Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma

12 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Tbo Touch moves replenishment concert to sandton for fifth edition

Tbo Touch moves replenishment concert to sandton for fifth edition

12 hours ago by Gloria Masia

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Briefly News' Rianette Cluley Takes Legit's AI Playbook to INMA Africa Summit

Briefly News' Rianette Cluley Takes Legit's AI Playbook to INMA Africa Summit

11 days ago by Felix Imoh

Briefly News Wins Silver for EditorialEye at WAN-IFRA's 2026 African Digital Media Awards

Briefly News Wins Silver for EditorialEye at WAN-IFRA's 2026 African Digital Media Awards

a month ago by Felix Imoh

Briefly News' Rutendo Masasi Named Among 41 Recipients of 2026 INMA Africa Elevate Scholarship

Briefly News' Rutendo Masasi Named Among 41 Recipients of 2026 INMA Africa Elevate Scholarship

a month ago by Felix Imoh

Why I stopped chasing the front page and started chasing the newsfeed

Why I stopped chasing the front page and started chasing the newsfeed

a month ago by Sibusisiwe Lwandle

Fact check: Viral Mayfair “foreign nationals attack” video onfirmed as old footage from 2020

Fact check: Viral Mayfair “foreign nationals attack” video onfirmed as old footage from 2020

a month ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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