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Bafana Bafana star issues strong response to critics before Czech Republic showdown

Bafana Bafana star issues strong response to critics before Czech Republic showdown

Football

18 minutes ago

Third victim found in Crocodile River after nine-day search following Mpumalanga crash

South Africa

2 hours ago

I paid for a poor man's bread after he tried to steal it – Next day, 12 cars pulled up at my house

Confessions

3 hours ago

South Africa vs Czechia referee only second woman to officiate men’s World Cup match: Mzansi reacts

Football

4 hours ago

Mzansi comments on a photo of actress Clementine Mosimang shopping at Shoprite

Celebrities

5 hours ago

Tyla shows love to Babes Wodumo by posting Red Bull Symphonic performance on Instagram

Celebrities

5 hours ago

Temba Bavuma named among TIME100’s most influential sports figures alongside Messi and Ronaldo

Sports

6 hours ago

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Nomzamo Mbatha and siblings, Wendy and Zamani Mbatha, go on a sibling vacation, exploring Monaco

Nomzamo Mbatha and siblings, Wendy and Zamani Mbatha, go on a sibling vacation, exploring Monaco

'Shaka iLembe' actress Nomzamo Mbatha and her siblings, Wendy and Zamani Mbatha, and others, had fun on their sibling vacation, exploring Monaco and Paris.

Celebrities

11 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

Malawi Government appeals for donations as 10,000 nationals stranded in SA

Malawi Government appeals for donations as 10,000 nationals stranded in SA

Africa

11 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

George Kusche’s Comrades dream turns into history after gruelling record run

George Kusche’s Comrades dream turns into history after gruelling record run

Sports

12 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Thuso Mbedu shuts down DJ Sbu dating rumours with a savage clapback

Thuso Mbedu shuts down DJ Sbu dating rumours with a savage clapback

Celebrities

14 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

Community leader slams government as 2 Malawians give birth in Durban refugee camp

Community leader slams government as 2 Malawians give birth in Durban refugee camp

South Africa

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

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"Definitely his dad's eyes": New photos of Joost van der Westhuizen's son get SA talking

"Definitely his dad's eyes": New photos of Joost van der Westhuizen's son get SA talking

Rugby

14 hours ago

Nurse reveals heartbreaking final moments after fatal bungee jump tragedy

Family and Relationships

12 hours ago

Deadly skydiving plane crash claims 12 lives moments after take-off

Family and Relationships

12 hours ago

Zari Hassan's estranged husband finally responds to her divorce announcement

Celebrities

an hour ago

'The Polygamist' author Sue Nyathi confirms fan theory about Jonasi Gomora’s name

Celebrities

6 hours ago

Cassper Nyovest breaks silence on why DJ Sumbody was murdered: "You don't believe me"

Celebrities

9 hours ago

Sdumo Mtshali reveals why he took on 'The Polygamist' role of Jonasi Gomora

Celebrities

2 hours ago

Department of Transport introduces new safety features for e-hailing drivers and commuters in Mzansi

Department of Transport introduces new safety features for e-hailing drivers and commuters in Mzansi

People

11 hours ago

"This is the Joburg we remember”: clean CBD streets leave South Africans talking

"This is the Joburg we remember”: clean CBD streets leave South Africans talking

People

11 hours ago

Millions of South African motorists to fall under expanded AARTO system from July

Millions of South African motorists to fall under expanded AARTO system from July

Family and Relationships

a day ago

"We did a thing": Scottish couple driving from Scotland arrive in SA after 330 days on the road

"We did a thing": Scottish couple driving from Scotland arrive in SA after 330 days on the road

Family and Relationships

a day ago

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"Sad": UJ student panics over missing last exam after being locked in res amid protests, SA moved

"Sad": UJ student panics over missing last exam after being locked in res amid protests, SA moved

People

2 days ago by Bongiwe Mati

Fans remember Tyla's words during Rihanna beef following 'cringe' video fanning over ASAP Rocky

Fans remember Tyla's words during Rihanna beef following 'cringe' video fanning over ASAP Rocky

Celebrities

2 days ago by Jessica Gcaba

Fans react to Tyla's brief appearance during Bafana vs Mexico national anthem

Fans react to Tyla's brief appearance during Bafana vs Mexico national anthem

Celebrities

a day ago by Rina Mtshengu

Gareth Cliff warns against people upset by Elon Musk’s trillionaire status

Gareth Cliff warns against people upset by Elon Musk’s trillionaire status

Celebrities

2 days ago by Tayananiswa Zvikaramba

Thandeka Tshabalala unleashes lawyers following wave of cyberbullying campaigns

Thandeka Tshabalala unleashes lawyers following wave of cyberbullying campaigns

Celebrities

2 days ago by Moroba Moroeng

Gayton McKenzie sparks outrage after backing US decision to deport Africa’s top referee

Gayton McKenzie sparks outrage after backing US decision to deport Africa’s top referee

Football

2 days ago by Dzikamai Matara

South Africa

Mpumalanga accident leaves eight people dead after minibus taxi and truck collide on N4 Toll Road

Mpumalanga accident leaves eight people dead after minibus taxi and truck collide on N4 Toll Road

7 hours ago by Byron Pillay

Herman Mashaba says youth have nothing to celebrate on Youth Day, blames government for failing them

Herman Mashaba says youth have nothing to celebrate on Youth Day, blames government for failing them

9 hours ago by Byron Pillay

"I just want my degree”:Science graduate crowdfunds to clear R11,958 debt

"I just want my degree”:Science graduate crowdfunds to clear R11,958 debt

10 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Western Cape police suspend more than 23 officers over involvement in taxi industry, SA not surprised

Western Cape police suspend more than 23 officers over involvement in taxi industry, SA not surprised

12 hours ago by Byron Pillay

German heiress and financial manager found dead a day apart on Limpopo reserve

German heiress and financial manager found dead a day apart on Limpopo reserve

13 hours ago by Mbalenhle Butale

South Africans divided after angry Malawian nationals confront Ngizwe Mchunu in Durban

South Africans divided after angry Malawian nationals confront Ngizwe Mchunu in Durban

a day ago by Byron Pillay

South Africa

World

Peace at last? Middle East conflict nears end as US and Iran reach historic peace deal

Peace at last? Middle East conflict nears end as US and Iran reach historic peace deal

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Finland offers attractive package to lure skilled South Africans

Finland offers attractive package to lure skilled South Africans

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Cyber scare: 2.4 billion TikTok records allegedly exposed on dark web

Cyber scare: 2.4 billion TikTok records allegedly exposed on dark web

4 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Pentagon locks down multiple floors, evacuates parts after sensor triggers false anthrax alarm

Pentagon locks down multiple floors, evacuates parts after sensor triggers false anthrax alarm

5 days ago by Byron Pillay

Nigeria considering retaliatory action against South Africa over protests against foreign nationals

Nigeria considering retaliatory action against South Africa over protests against foreign nationals

7 days ago by Byron Pillay

From vuvuzelas to braais: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani praises South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup

From vuvuzelas to braais: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani praises South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup

7 days ago by Byron Pillay

World

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Education

University of Mpumalanga online application for 2026/2027: UMP forms and closing dates

University of Mpumalanga online application for 2026/2027: UMP forms and closing dates

8 days ago by Peris Walubengo

Rhodes University online application for 2027: dates, fees, and requirements

Rhodes University online application for 2027: dates, fees, and requirements

8 days ago by Favour Adeaga

UCT lands in global top 1.3% in 2026 world university rankings but drops to second in Africa

UCT lands in global top 1.3% in 2026 world university rankings but drops to second in Africa

13 days ago by Jim Mohlala

"Lies, lies, lies": South Africa’s 2026 teacher salary adjustments leave Mzansi with mixed feelings

"Lies, lies, lies": South Africa’s 2026 teacher salary adjustments leave Mzansi with mixed feelings

14 days ago by Jim Mohlala

New science hub opens to boost STEM learning across Ekurhuleni schools

New science hub opens to boost STEM learning across Ekurhuleni schools

14 days ago by Tendani Mungoni

Akademia buys land in Paarl for new Afrikaans university campus

Akademia buys land in Paarl for new Afrikaans university campus

18 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

Education

Politics

Forum for South Africa calls for President Cyril Ramaphosa resignation

Forum for South Africa calls for President Cyril Ramaphosa resignation

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Bruce Nimmerhoudt Denies DA's Claims over Emfuleni Mayoral Committee appointment error

Bruce Nimmerhoudt Denies DA's Claims over Emfuleni Mayoral Committee appointment error

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Thoko Didiza rejects Cyril Ramaphosa's attempt to prevent impeachment committee work

Thoko Didiza rejects Cyril Ramaphosa's attempt to prevent impeachment committee work

2 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

“Johannesburg residents are not stupid”: Mashaba takes aim at Zille in Mayoral race clash

“Johannesburg residents are not stupid”: Mashaba takes aim at Zille in Mayoral race clash

5 days ago by Mbalenhle Butale

ActionSA MP Athol Trollip slams Woolworths for charging R17 for a teabag

ActionSA MP Athol Trollip slams Woolworths for charging R17 for a teabag

5 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

EFF intervenes in investigation of Cartrack employee Gcina Dhladhla's death

EFF intervenes in investigation of Cartrack employee Gcina Dhladhla's death

6 days ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Politics

People

My wife kept our attic locked for over 52 years – When I learned why, it shook me to my core

My wife kept our attic locked for over 52 years – When I learned why, it shook me to my core

6 hours ago by Samuel Gitonga

"Bless her": Daycare surveillance captures worker’s excitement over a baby taking her first steps

"Bless her": Daycare surveillance captures worker’s excitement over a baby taking her first steps

6 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

"Where did you eat?": Cape Town food quality questioned by an international tourist, SA stunned

"Where did you eat?": Cape Town food quality questioned by an international tourist, SA stunned

8 hours ago by Bongiwe Mati

65-year-old mom's sweet reaction to 1st cake gift from daughter goes viral

65-year-old mom's sweet reaction to 1st cake gift from daughter goes viral

8 hours ago by Zinhle Sibanyoni

I brought my husband a surprise meal at work and found out he had been fired 3 months earlier

I brought my husband a surprise meal at work and found out he had been fired 3 months earlier

10 hours ago by Samuel Gitonga

"Our systems are under pressure": Illegal immigration situation in Durban stuns South Africa

"Our systems are under pressure": Illegal immigration situation in Durban stuns South Africa

11 hours ago by Nerissa Naidoo

People

Women Empowerment Family and Relationships Confessions

Business and Economy

Condition of economy makes it difficult to do business in SA

Condition of economy makes it difficult to do business in SA

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

IDC may take Tongaat stake as bail out talks continue

IDC may take Tongaat stake as bail out talks continue

a day ago by Tebogo Mokwena

Illegal dumping in Johannesburg taken over by ‘mafia-style’ syndicates

Illegal dumping in Johannesburg taken over by ‘mafia-style’ syndicates

a day ago by Mbalenhle Butale

KFC India CMO Suhayl Limbada to keynote Nedbank IMC 2026 in Johannesburg

KFC India CMO Suhayl Limbada to keynote Nedbank IMC 2026 in Johannesburg

8 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Tiger Brands sells iconic Beacon brand as part of major business shake-up

14 days ago by Jim Mohlala

The Next Phase of Transformation: Where Policy, Power and Progress Collide

The Next Phase of Transformation: Where Policy, Power and Progress Collide

14 days ago by Briefly.co.za Team

Business and Economy

Energy Money Industry Technology Economy

Sports

Rassie Erasmus reveals his Springboks lineup for Gqeberha showdown with Barbarians

Rassie Erasmus reveals his Springboks lineup for Gqeberha showdown with Barbarians

6 hours ago by Raphael Abiola

Ex-EPL star claims he could beat Bafana Bafana with ‘10 Friends’ after World Cup defeat to Mexico

Ex-EPL star claims he could beat Bafana Bafana with ‘10 Friends’ after World Cup defeat to Mexico

8 hours ago by Dzikamai Matara

Kaizer Chiefs in surprise talks with Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke as coach search continues

Kaizer Chiefs in surprise talks with Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke as coach search continues

9 hours ago by Dzikamai Matara

Deon Fourie’s weekend takes an unexpected turn as Springbok star’s bakkie is written off

Deon Fourie’s weekend takes an unexpected turn as Springbok star’s bakkie is written off

10 hours ago by Ncube Harrison

Cassper Nyovest Sparks Hugo Broos debate after Tunisia fires coach following World Cup humbling

Cassper Nyovest Sparks Hugo Broos debate after Tunisia fires coach following World Cup humbling

21 hours ago by Dzikamai Matara

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Willard Katsande says players got just R280 each before he quit coaching job

Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Willard Katsande says players got just R280 each before he quit coaching job

a day ago by Dzikamai Matara

Sports

Rugby Football

Facts and lifehacks

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

12 days 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

12 days 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

12 days 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

12 days ago by Racheal Murimi

I Remarried My Ex After He Left Me for His Colleague – During Our Wedding, I Got a Text From Her

I Remarried My Ex After He Left Me for His Colleague – During Our Wedding, I Got a Text From Her

13 days ago by Brian Oroo

My Dead Husband’s "Joke" to Marry His Brother Exploded the Moment I Found the Letter in His Briefcase

My Dead Husband’s "Joke" to Marry His Brother Exploded the Moment I Found the Letter in His Briefcase

13 days ago by Racheal Murimi

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Entertainment

Zolisa Xaluva's apparent look-alike son has SA amazed: "Literally copy and paste"

Zolisa Xaluva's apparent look-alike son has SA amazed: "Literally copy and paste"

6 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

Shakira gushes over Tyla as she announces massive US tour collaboration: "I’m so excited"

Shakira gushes over Tyla as she announces massive US tour collaboration: "I’m so excited"

8 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

Dumisani Dlamini, Dieketseng Mnisi and more reunite for the ‘Sarafina!’ 35th reunion special

Dumisani Dlamini, Dieketseng Mnisi and more reunite for the ‘Sarafina!’ 35th reunion special

8 hours ago by Jessica Gcaba

'Big Brother Mzansi' fans react to Bravo B joining 'Uzalo': "We will be there"

'Big Brother Mzansi' fans react to Bravo B joining 'Uzalo': "We will be there"

8 hours ago by Rae Seleme

Mbalenhle Cele joins the cast of 'Homecoming' season 2

Mbalenhle Cele joins the cast of 'Homecoming' season 2

11 hours ago by Rae Seleme

'The Polygamist' beauty salon brawl gets viewers talking: "This was iconic"

'The Polygamist' beauty salon brawl gets viewers talking: "This was iconic"

12 hours ago by Moroba Moroeng

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?

a month ago by Mbalenhle Butale

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