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Zimbabwean prophet sparks outrage with chilling 'prophecy' about Jacinta Ngobese Zuma

Zimbabwean prophet sparks outrage with chilling 'prophecy' about Jacinta Ngobese Zuma

Africa

6 minutes ago

Florida pizza shop offers free large pizzas in exchange for captured pythons

Family and Relationships

10 minutes ago

“That looks incredible ”: Family’s stunning camping spot leaves Mzansi wanting to pack bags

People

12 minutes ago

SAPS Crime Intelligence Colonel Ismael Dawood becomes fugitive after arrest warrant issued

South Africa

13 minutes ago

Ex-Mamelodi Sundowns coach begins new chapter with overseas club

Football

13 minutes ago

Sue Pam-Grant pays emotional tribute to 'Suburban Bliss' co-star Seputla Sebogodi

Celebrities

49 minutes ago

Vusi Thembekwayo reignites actor royalties debate after Seputla Sebogodi's death

Celebrities

50 minutes ago

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Activist Phakel'umthakathi declares foreign nationals must leave spaza shops and salons by 31 July

Activist Phakel'umthakathi declares foreign nationals must leave spaza shops and salons by 31 July

Nkosikhona Ndabandaba sets a 31 July 2026 deadline for foreign nationals in South African small businesses, sparking heated online debate and protests

South Africa

13 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Mitchells Plain officer refuses R500 bribe, leads to arrest of Westridge woman

Mitchells Plain officer refuses R500 bribe, leads to arrest of Westridge woman

South Africa

10 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Bulawayo police warn of rising violent crimes in TikTok Video, South Africa discusses amid repatriation debate

Bulawayo police warn of rising violent crimes in TikTok Video, South Africa discusses amid repatriation debate

People

11 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

John Kani mourns Seputla Sebogodi with emotional tribute after actor's death

John Kani mourns Seputla Sebogodi with emotional tribute after actor's death

Celebrities

12 hours ago by Rina Mtshengu

Lorraine Moropa announces Lorraine SA Foundation: "Ready to serve"

Lorraine Moropa announces Lorraine SA Foundation: "Ready to serve"

Celebrities

13 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

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Court interpreter steals the show at Madlanga Commission with comical Zulu translation

Court interpreter steals the show at Madlanga Commission with comical Zulu translation

South Africa

6 hours ago

Zimbabwean musician's concert poster fuels Illuminati speculation among fans

Celebrities

22 hours ago

Thendo Zonzo's alleged girlfriend reacts to viral kiss with Vuyokazi Nciweni

Celebrities

9 hours ago

IPID arrests Commissioner Julius Mkhwanazi over R14.9 million precious stones theft case

South Africa

an hour ago

Security guard disrespected by BMW driver for doing his job gets gifted over R30k

People

10 hours ago

Steve Hofmeyr shares his thoughts on Afrikaner-only Bokkieweek tournament

Celebrities

5 hours ago

Warrant issued for senior crime intelligence officer after Johannesburg home raid

South Africa

3 hours ago

Ticking clock: R509k PowerBall prize could vanish forever as Absa app winner remains missing

Ticking clock: R509k PowerBall prize could vanish forever as Absa app winner remains missing

People

10 hours ago

Seputla Sebogodi's friend recalls actor's last days before passing

Seputla Sebogodi's friend recalls actor's last days before passing

Celebrities

11 hours ago

Kris Jenner pays heartfelt tribute to her late mother MJ who died aged 91

Kris Jenner pays heartfelt tribute to her late mother MJ who died aged 91

Celebrities

12 hours ago

Sibusiso Kotelo launches SK IMPI T-shirt Collection with Pick n Pay Clothing

Sibusiso Kotelo launches SK IMPI T-shirt Collection with Pick n Pay Clothing

People

a day ago

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"Stop annoying us": SA reacts to Nigerian king's call for Mzansi to be under Nigerian leadership

"Stop annoying us": SA reacts to Nigerian king's call for Mzansi to be under Nigerian leadership

People

2 days ago by Bongiwe Mati

Sol Phenduka reacts after detective allegedly kills man over gizzard dispute

Sol Phenduka reacts after detective allegedly kills man over gizzard dispute

Celebrities

2 days ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

MPs demand parliament name President Ramaphosa over failure to act on police general's disclosure

MPs demand parliament name President Ramaphosa over failure to act on police general's disclosure

South Africa

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

MK Party rejects Ad Hoc Committee draft report, says it shields officials from accountability

MK Party rejects Ad Hoc Committee draft report, says it shields officials from accountability

South Africa

2 days ago by Byron Pillay

"When is the next one": Mpumalanga men’s camping trip video has SA wanting to join crew

"When is the next one": Mpumalanga men’s camping trip video has SA wanting to join crew

Family and Relationships

2 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Thami Mngqolo seeks talent manager for next chapter in his career

Thami Mngqolo seeks talent manager for next chapter in his career

Celebrities

2 days ago by Jessica Gcaba

South Africa

Spaza shops committing fraud, corruption and fronting: Public Protector

Spaza shops committing fraud, corruption and fronting: Public Protector

an hour ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"This is a good man": Mbuyiseni Ndlozi throws weight behind suspended Police Boss Fannie Masemola

"This is a good man": Mbuyiseni Ndlozi throws weight behind suspended Police Boss Fannie Masemola

2 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Cleveland mass shooting: Lesotho nationals abandon bail applications over 13 murders

Cleveland mass shooting: Lesotho nationals abandon bail applications over 13 murders

3 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Maj-General Feroz Khan discharged from hospital after shooting, moved to secure location

Maj-General Feroz Khan discharged from hospital after shooting, moved to secure location

3 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

2 SANDF members die after falling into mine shaft during zama zama pursuit in Johannesburg

2 SANDF members die after falling into mine shaft during zama zama pursuit in Johannesburg

4 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

IPID still hunting second suspect in R14.9 million precious stones heist

IPID still hunting second suspect in R14.9 million precious stones heist

4 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

South Africa

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New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani pays tribute to Nelson Mandela's enduring global legacy

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani pays tribute to Nelson Mandela's enduring global legacy

a day ago by Byron Pillay

Liberia welcomes 17 repatriates from South Africa, Mzansi asks how many African nations were in SA

Liberia welcomes 17 repatriates from South Africa, Mzansi asks how many African nations were in SA

a day ago by Byron Pillay

South Africa is the only African country eligible for Japan's eVisa in 2026

South Africa is the only African country eligible for Japan's eVisa in 2026

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Ghana President Mahama's resurfaced comment about countries expelling African nationals spark debate

Ghana President Mahama's resurfaced comment about countries expelling African nationals spark debate

2 days ago by Byron Pillay

'Cultural bonds unite us': Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa reflects on King Misuzulu's visit

'Cultural bonds unite us': Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa reflects on King Misuzulu's visit

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Zimbabweans rerturning home will not receive special treatment: Emmerson Mnangagwa

Zimbabweans rerturning home will not receive special treatment: Emmerson Mnangagwa

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

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Walter Sisulu University online application 2027: requirements and closing dates

Walter Sisulu University online application 2027: requirements and closing dates

8 days ago by Priscillah Mueni

Supplementary exams: All the important details you need to know

Supplementary exams: All the important details you need to know

8 days ago by Peris Walubengo

"SA uni standards are high": Mzansi reacts as gent rejected by local varsities gets into Harvard

"SA uni standards are high": Mzansi reacts as gent rejected by local varsities gets into Harvard

19 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Siviwe Gwarube threatens Tshwane with legal action after electricity disconnection

Siviwe Gwarube threatens Tshwane with legal action after electricity disconnection

22 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"What an absolute star": Mzansi teen stuns nation with brilliant water project bound for Sweden

"What an absolute star": Mzansi teen stuns nation with brilliant water project bound for Sweden

23 days ago by Jim Mohlala

300 Undocumented children found enrolled at 1 South African school, sparking outrage

300 Undocumented children found enrolled at 1 South African school, sparking outrage

23 days ago by Sibusisiwe Lwandle

Education

Politics

'I let South Africans down': Minister Dina Pule speaks out on her controversial cabinet return

'I let South Africans down': Minister Dina Pule speaks out on her controversial cabinet return

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

AfriForum files PAIA request to probe BrainSAT procurement after Starlink rejection

AfriForum files PAIA request to probe BrainSAT procurement after Starlink rejection

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"Just pack your stuff and go": Herman Mashaba reacts to viral video of Mozambican salon owner

"Just pack your stuff and go": Herman Mashaba reacts to viral video of Mozambican salon owner

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Papa Penny calls out Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba over anti- illegal immigration movement remark

Papa Penny calls out Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba over anti- illegal immigration movement remark

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Fikile Mbalula Says ANC Expected Zandile Gumede to Join MK Party Before Local Government Elections

Fikile Mbalula Says ANC Expected Zandile Gumede to Join MK Party Before Local Government Elections

2 days ago by Byron Pillay

Fadiel Adams takes shots at General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi after AD Hoc findings

Fadiel Adams takes shots at General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi after AD Hoc findings

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Politics

People

“Dog” bath video leaves Mzansi laughing after spotting the unusual guest

“Dog” bath video leaves Mzansi laughing after spotting the unusual guest

an hour ago by Tendani Mungoni

I got engaged to a "perfect" woman – When I met her parents, I canceled the wedding

I got engaged to a "perfect" woman – When I met her parents, I canceled the wedding

an hour ago by Samuel Gitonga

SAPS officer skips queue at Spar and sparks debate over conduct in TikTok video

SAPS officer skips queue at Spar and sparks debate over conduct in TikTok video

an hour ago by Rutendo Masasi

SA tech CEO who built Netstar into R2.4 billion business moves to Australia

SA tech CEO who built Netstar into R2.4 billion business moves to Australia

2 hours ago by Gloria Masia

Groom's offbeat dance moves at SA wedding in TikTok video cracks up Mzansi

Groom's offbeat dance moves at SA wedding in TikTok video cracks up Mzansi

2 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

Woman's under-R500 Mr Price haul wins over Mzansi with practical all-black fashion finds

Woman's under-R500 Mr Price haul wins over Mzansi with practical all-black fashion finds

2 hours ago by Tendani Mungoni

People

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Business and Economy

SA homeowners could pay up to R1,847 more monthly if repo rate rises in July

SA homeowners could pay up to R1,847 more monthly if repo rate rises in July

2 hours ago by Gloria Masia

"Too expensive": SA reacts as FNB slaps business customers with huge fee for emailed bank statements

"Too expensive": SA reacts as FNB slaps business customers with huge fee for emailed bank statements

a day ago by Jim Mohlala

Bad news for wallets as El Niño threatens higher prices for meat, bread and cereals

Bad news for wallets as El Niño threatens higher prices for meat, bread and cereals

a day ago by Gloria Masia

SARB warns foreign property buyers of major rule change from 11 August

SARB warns foreign property buyers of major rule change from 11 August

2 days ago by Gloria Masia

Dollar-gold divergence: Navigating the 2026 reserve asset shift

Dollar-gold divergence: Navigating the 2026 reserve asset shift

3 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Made in Mzansi Celebrates South African Heritage, Local Manufacturing and Everyday Health

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Made in Mzansi Celebrates South African Heritage, Local Manufacturing and Everyday Health

3 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

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Sports

European move for Mbokazi? Agent reveals latest on Bafana defender

European move for Mbokazi? Agent reveals latest on Bafana defender

an hour ago by Raphael Abiola

Onthatile Zulu Exposes South Africa’s Women’s Hockey Funding Crisis Ahead of World Cup

Onthatile Zulu Exposes South Africa’s Women’s Hockey Funding Crisis Ahead of World Cup

4 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

World Cup Final Referee’s Controversial Past Comes Back Into Focus Before Spain vs Argentina

World Cup Final Referee’s Controversial Past Comes Back Into Focus Before Spain vs Argentina

6 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Kaizer Chiefs suffer fresh injury blow as star returns from Spain

Kaizer Chiefs suffer fresh injury blow as star returns from Spain

7 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Rassie Erasmus sends strong warning as Springboks hand four players Test debuts against Wales

Rassie Erasmus sends strong warning as Springboks hand four players Test debuts against Wales

8 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Why I left Sundowns for PSL rivals – Bafana Bafana star opens up

Why I left Sundowns for PSL rivals – Bafana Bafana star opens up

9 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Sports

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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

15 days ago by Jim Mohlala

Meet Jody Glidden: Lisa Hochstein’s boyfriend and tech CEO

Meet Jody Glidden: Lisa Hochstein’s boyfriend and tech CEO

29 days ago by Rodah Mogeni

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

a month 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

a month 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

a month 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

a month ago by Racheal Murimi

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Musa Mseleku gushes over his wives MaKhumalo and MaNgwabe following household drama

Musa Mseleku gushes over his wives MaKhumalo and MaNgwabe following household drama

2 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

New video of Thendo Zonzo and Vuyokazi Nciweni trends amid drama

New video of Thendo Zonzo and Vuyokazi Nciweni trends amid drama

2 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

Uncle Vinny reveals what happened in jail after his arrest for allegedly assaulting ex

Uncle Vinny reveals what happened in jail after his arrest for allegedly assaulting ex

2 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Sabelo The Kreator says sexual assault charges withdrawn after NPA decision

Sabelo The Kreator says sexual assault charges withdrawn after NPA decision

3 hours ago by Rina Mtshengu

Late activist Zoleka Mandela's baby daddy reportedly blocked from seeing their daughter

Late activist Zoleka Mandela's baby daddy reportedly blocked from seeing their daughter

4 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

Kim Kardashian addresses backlash over holiday post after grandmother MJ's death

Kim Kardashian addresses backlash over holiday post after grandmother MJ's death

5 hours ago by Rina Mtshengu

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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

4 days 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

4 days 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

14 days 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

18 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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