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Pilot encouraged South Africans to pursue aviation even in their 40s

Pilot encouraged South Africans to pursue aviation even in their 40s

Family and Relationships

3 minutes ago

Mzansi comments on a leaked voice note of Nimrod Nkosi seeking a job

Celebrities

3 minutes ago

Iran threatens to launch attacks on US operations if Washington strikes Iran

US

6 minutes ago

"98% plagiarism": Mochachos launches Doomsday Dynamite Wings Challenge, sparks mixed reaction online

Industry

19 minutes ago

Cape Town suburb maintained no bottle store stance for over 100 years

People

22 minutes ago

Musa Mseleku snaps rare photo with 11th child with wife Number 5 Samke MaKhwela

Celebrities

23 minutes ago

"I can overcome": Rachel John opens up about her spiritual path and struggles in video

People

25 minutes ago

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Johannesburg woman calls out Helen Zille over deep pothole in area under DA's governance in TikTok video

Johannesburg woman calls out Helen Zille over deep pothole in area under DA's governance in TikTok video

Johannesburg woman challenges Helen Zille in viral TikTok, highlighting poor road conditions in a DA ward, sparking debate across South Africa on service delivery.

People

5 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

AmaZulu in turmoil as coaching staff allegations spark stunning suspension and internal fallout

AmaZulu in turmoil as coaching staff allegations spark stunning suspension and internal fallout

Football

2 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

China ships 24 tonnes of apples from South Africa, netizens excited

China ships 24 tonnes of apples from South Africa, netizens excited

Asia

2 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

SA government acknowledges immigration concerns, warns against vigilantism

SA government acknowledges immigration concerns, warns against vigilantism

South Africa

2 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

MacG and Sol Phenduka react to MaWhoo being linked to corruption scandal

MacG and Sol Phenduka react to MaWhoo being linked to corruption scandal

Celebrities

2 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

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Sizwe Dhlomo reacts to Bellarmine Mugabe deportation video with bold prediction

Sizwe Dhlomo reacts to Bellarmine Mugabe deportation video with bold prediction

Celebrities

20 hours ago

Ntsiki Mazwai reacts to video of Chatunga Mugabe arriving in Zimbabwe

Celebrities

23 hours ago

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma urges Ngizwe Mchunu to ‘watch his mouth’ amid rising political tensions

South Africa

56 minutes ago

“End of an era”: Wales icon George North calls time on legendary career

Rugby

23 hours ago

"Not 1 cent of compensation": Zimbabwean speaks about losing his farm after 20 years of hard work

Family and Relationships

an hour ago

Ngizwe Mchunu Hits Back as Julius Malema demands R1m: "I cannot talk about a dead snake"

Celebrities

16 hours ago

"Peet will sue Trump": Activist critiques the Viljoens' statement while in US detention, SA debates

Family and Relationships

22 hours ago

"Where is this shop?": SA man shares winter slippers plug in TikTok video, locals want the address

"Where is this shop?": SA man shares winter slippers plug in TikTok video, locals want the address

People

2 hours ago

"That's my late uncle": 1991 Durban throwback of uncle Timothy's rickshaw hustle has SA emotional

"That's my late uncle": 1991 Durban throwback of uncle Timothy's rickshaw hustle has SA emotional

Family and Relationships

2 hours ago

"Justice for the family": Activist calls for swift justice for the KZN family's murder, SA agrees

"Justice for the family": Activist calls for swift justice for the KZN family's murder, SA agrees

Family and Relationships

4 hours ago

South African businesswoman travels to Zimbabwe and shares honest review in TikTok video

South African businesswoman travels to Zimbabwe and shares honest review in TikTok video

People

5 hours ago

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Coi Leray's dad is Benzino and their public feud made her more famous than he ever was

Coi Leray's dad is Benzino and their public feud made her more famous than he ever was

Celebrity biographies

a day ago by Tshepiso Ntombela

CPUT launches fraud investigation as failed student walks stage and takes another student's degree

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CPUT launches fraud investigation as failed student walks stage and takes another student's degree

People

a day ago by Jim Mohlala

I Found My Late Grandmother's Diary Dated 1965—The Last Entry Was About Me, But I Was Yet to Be Born

I Found My Late Grandmother's Diary Dated 1965—The Last Entry Was About Me, But I Was Yet to Be Born

Stories

a day ago by Brian Oroo

I Donated My Late Sister's Clothes — A Week Later, One Dress Came Back With a Note in the Pocket

I Donated My Late Sister's Clothes — A Week Later, One Dress Came Back With a Note in the Pocket

Stories

a day ago by Brian Oroo

I Finally Met My Long-Distance GF: She Catfished Me, Left Her Phone Behind With a Suspicious Message

I Finally Met My Long-Distance GF: She Catfished Me, Left Her Phone Behind With a Suspicious Message

Stories

a day ago by Chris Ndetei

MacG sparks outrage after claiming Ciza’s Metro FM wins were bought

MacG sparks outrage after claiming Ciza’s Metro FM wins were bought

Celebrities

2 days ago by Moroba Moroeng

South Africa

Ethiopian man warning others to leave South Africa causes debate

Ethiopian man warning others to leave South Africa causes debate

45 minutes ago by Tebogo Mokwena

AfriForum's Kallie Kriel meets with MK Party's Jacob Zuma, sparks debate and division online

AfriForum's Kallie Kriel meets with MK Party's Jacob Zuma, sparks debate and division online

15 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Home Affairs Minister suspends 2 senior officials for AI hallucations in immigration policy document

Home Affairs Minister suspends 2 senior officials for AI hallucations in immigration policy document

16 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Western Cape court rules that Cape Town's fixed tariff rate is unlawful

Western Cape court rules that Cape Town's fixed tariff rate is unlawful

17 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Nkosikhona Ndabandaba restores order at anti-illegal immigration march in sjambok clip, SA reacts

Nkosikhona Ndabandaba restores order at anti-illegal immigration march in sjambok clip, SA reacts

18 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Madlanga Commission requests evidence from Manamela after explosive Gardee case allegations

Madlanga Commission requests evidence from Manamela after explosive Gardee case allegations

18 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

South Africa

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Former Zimbabwean president Edgar Lungu's remains to be taken to Avbob

Former Zimbabwean president Edgar Lungu's remains to be taken to Avbob

19 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Zambian government and Edgar Lungu's family to appear in court after remains removed from mortuary

Zambian government and Edgar Lungu's family to appear in court after remains removed from mortuary

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Man in India Brings Sister’s Skeleton to Bank After Failing to Access Her R3.4K Savings

Man in India Brings Sister’s Skeleton to Bank After Failing to Access Her R3.4K Savings

2 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

“The snake is like me": Social media reacts to python found chilling in pantry in Facebook video

“The snake is like me": Social media reacts to python found chilling in pantry in Facebook video

3 days ago by Jim Mohlala

King Mswati II bodyguard commits suicide at 40th coronation anniversary

King Mswati II bodyguard commits suicide at 40th coronation anniversary

3 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

“Serve your country”: Pope Leo XIV advises African students against moving abroad

“Serve your country”: Pope Leo XIV advises African students against moving abroad

6 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

World

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Education

Siviwe Gwarube says National Treasury to investigate R1.6 billion textbook tender

Siviwe Gwarube says National Treasury to investigate R1.6 billion textbook tender

3 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Michell's Plain school rocked by allegations of sexual allegations

Michell's Plain school rocked by allegations of sexual allegations

6 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

"I'm overthinking this": Mzansi TikToker plugs 6 free Harvard AI courses that SA should know about

"I'm overthinking this": Mzansi TikToker plugs 6 free Harvard AI courses that SA should know about

16 days ago by Jim Mohlala

North West High Court rules that English-speaking children remain at Afrikaans-only school

North West High Court rules that English-speaking children remain at Afrikaans-only school

16 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

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

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

29 days ago by Jim Mohlala

A Complete Guide to Applying to University in 2026

A Complete Guide to Applying to University in 2026

a month ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Education

Politics

Ekurhuleni council meeting collapses after political parties walk out over mayor's absence, SA reacts

Ekurhuleni council meeting collapses after political parties walk out over mayor's absence, SA reacts

19 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Political parties react as Cyril Ramaphosa sets Local Government Elections date for 4 November

Political parties react as Cyril Ramaphosa sets Local Government Elections date for 4 November

21 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

MK Party hands over homes to members of the public, South Africans react

MK Party hands over homes to members of the public, South Africans react

22 hours ago by Tebogo Mokwena

ANC's Mokonyane denies presence of Motsepe campaign, South Africans criticise her over Bosasa bribes

ANC's Mokonyane denies presence of Motsepe campaign, South Africans criticise her over Bosasa bribes

22 hours ago by Byron Pillay

NPA says that Madlanga Commission task team to make more arrests

NPA says that Madlanga Commission task team to make more arrests

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela discusses NSFAS woes after chair resignation

Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela discusses NSFAS woes after chair resignation

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Politics

People

"When will I get a green ID": Somalian refugee cries to SA government about SASSA grant cut off

"When will I get a green ID": Somalian refugee cries to SA government about SASSA grant cut off

30 minutes ago by Nerissa Naidoo

My son texted, “I’m so sorry, mom,” before turning his phone off—An unknown number called and broke me

My son texted, “I’m so sorry, mom,” before turning his phone off—An unknown number called and broke me

32 minutes ago by Samuel Gitonga

Man failed RocoMamas hot wings challenge and couldn’t pay R199 bill

Man failed RocoMamas hot wings challenge and couldn’t pay R199 bill

40 minutes ago by Gloria Masia

"Let God bless your crops": H-2A farmer plants until 2 AM in an American farm, SA impressed

"Let God bless your crops": H-2A farmer plants until 2 AM in an American farm, SA impressed

an hour ago by Bongiwe Mati

Bangladesh TikTok video shows father shield baby under moving train at Bhairab Railway Station

Bangladesh TikTok video shows father shield baby under moving train at Bhairab Railway Station

an hour ago by Jim Mohlala

Bear overseas runs away after hearing voetsek in TikTok video

Bear overseas runs away after hearing voetsek in TikTok video

4 hours ago by Rutendo Masasi

People

Women Empowerment Family and Relationships Confessions

Business and Economy

PepsiCo apologises to South Africans over ProNutro formula change and pulls it from shelves

PepsiCo apologises to South Africans over ProNutro formula change and pulls it from shelves

59 minutes ago by Jim Mohlala

"Never depend on one client": SA calls Woolies a bully as Beyers liquidation leaves hundreds jobless

"Never depend on one client": SA calls Woolies a bully as Beyers liquidation leaves hundreds jobless

a day ago by Jim Mohlala

“R4,29 for 21 pieces?": Mzansi left stunned by vintage 1976 KFC menu prices in viral Reddit post

“R4,29 for 21 pieces?": Mzansi left stunned by vintage 1976 KFC menu prices in viral Reddit post

4 days ago by Jim Mohlala

McDonald’s South Africa Welcomes New Impact Director

McDonald’s South Africa Welcomes New Impact Director

6 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

The Trading Awards Nominations Are Open: Nominate Your Brand

8 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Turn to Ride-Hailing for Flexible Earning Opportunities

Turn to Ride-Hailing for Flexible Earning Opportunities

8 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Business and Economy

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Sports

Chiefs legend Willard Katsande quits coaching job in Zimbabwe citing broken promises

Chiefs legend Willard Katsande quits coaching job in Zimbabwe citing broken promises

52 minutes ago by Dzikamai Matara

Promising young rugby star killed in road crash, fans mourn

Promising young rugby star killed in road crash, fans mourn

2 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Mfundo Vilakazi’s cryptic post sparks fresh Kaizer Chiefs debate as analyst raises red flags

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Mfundo Vilakazi’s cryptic post sparks fresh Kaizer Chiefs debate as analyst raises red flags

4 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Peter Ndlovu pays tribute to Doctor Khumalo after TUT honours Bafana legend with honorary doctorate

Peter Ndlovu pays tribute to Doctor Khumalo after TUT honours Bafana legend with honorary doctorate

15 hours ago by Dzikamai Matara

Halala! Doctor Khumalo honoured with Doctorate as South Africa celebrates Bafana legend

Halala! Doctor Khumalo honoured with Doctorate as South Africa celebrates Bafana legend

15 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Proteas star Wiaan Mulder in mourning after father’s passing as SA cricket unites

Proteas star Wiaan Mulder in mourning after father’s passing as SA cricket unites

16 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Sports

Rugby Football

Facts and lifehacks

My Husband Lied About Wanting Kids — Then I Found The Monthly Transfer He Kept Hidden

My Husband Lied About Wanting Kids — Then I Found The Monthly Transfer He Kept Hidden

2 hours ago by Ruth Gitonga

My Daughter Kept Coming Home in Tears, So I Hid a Recorder in Her Bag—Someone Coached Her Against Me

My Daughter Kept Coming Home in Tears, So I Hid a Recorder in Her Bag—Someone Coached Her Against Me

21 hours ago by Brian Oroo

CCTV Caught My MIL In My Room At 3:00 — She Was Doing More Than Just Snooping

CCTV Caught My MIL In My Room At 3:00 — She Was Doing More Than Just Snooping

22 hours ago by Brian Oroo

My MIL Stalked Every Meal I Cooked, Then She Showed Me Her Notes—And My Whole Life Fell Apart

My MIL Stalked Every Meal I Cooked, Then She Showed Me Her Notes—And My Whole Life Fell Apart

22 hours ago by Racheal Murimi

I Cancelled My First Holiday in 3 Years for My Ex’s "Work Trip"—Then I Saw Him On FB Live 5km Away

I Cancelled My First Holiday in 3 Years for My Ex’s "Work Trip"—Then I Saw Him On FB Live 5km Away

23 hours ago by Brian Oroo

My Late Daughter’s Son Refused His New Room—Inside The Wall, I Found The Letters She Never Sent

My Late Daughter’s Son Refused His New Room—Inside The Wall, I Found The Letters She Never Sent

a day ago by Racheal Murimi

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Entertainment

Sol Phenduka reacts to Brazilian transgender’s court request with thought-provoking question

Sol Phenduka reacts to Brazilian transgender’s court request with thought-provoking question

59 minutes ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Siv Ngesi joins border debate, says wanting correct paperwork isn't xenophobia: "Don't bully us"

Siv Ngesi joins border debate, says wanting correct paperwork isn't xenophobia: "Don't bully us"

3 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

Mama Joy's FIFA World Cup 2026 joyride: Cost breakdown for super fan's US trip

Mama Joy's FIFA World Cup 2026 joyride: Cost breakdown for super fan's US trip

13 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

SA women gush over Shebeshxt’s face card during bail hearing: "He's very cute"

SA women gush over Shebeshxt’s face card during bail hearing: "He's very cute"

15 hours ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

DBN Gogo's old spicy tweet about Cassper Nyovest resurfaces 11 years later

DBN Gogo's old spicy tweet about Cassper Nyovest resurfaces 11 years later

15 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

SA comments on Tino Chinyani and Simz Ngema's appearance on 'Top Billing': "Very underwhelming"

SA comments on Tino Chinyani and Simz Ngema's appearance on 'Top Billing': "Very underwhelming"

17 hours ago by Rae Seleme

Entertainment

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Editorial

NenzaniLaEzweni Operation: Is KZN’s tough stance on lawless drivers finally working?

NenzaniLaEzweni Operation: Is KZN’s tough stance on lawless drivers finally working?

13 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Green drop report 2025: South Africa’s water crisis could fuel food insecurity

Green drop report 2025: South Africa’s water crisis could fuel food insecurity

18 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

From George Fivaz to Fannie Masemola: A look at SA’s police bosses since 1994

From George Fivaz to Fannie Masemola: A look at SA’s police bosses since 1994

25 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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

a month 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

a month ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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