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South Africans flock to coastal getaways: top holiday destinations revealed in travel data
Discover how South Africa's beautiful coastline became the go-to holiday destination for many this December, with significant increases in travel activity and local shopping experiences.
Tembisa Theatre Week celebrates emerging artists and untold stories
Honouring Tembisa’s own Micca Manganye and the legacy of Dada Masilo
KwaZulu-Natal's tourism figures surge, best performance in past four years
The latest tourism figures for KwaZulu-Natal reveal a resurgence in the sector, with hotel occupancy rates soaring and significant direct spending recorded during the festive season. The KZN Tourism and Film Authority highlights the importance of domestic travel as the region aims for a full recovery by 2025
Red envelopes and sweet traditions
Celebrating the Year of the Snake with good vibes and tasty food
Festive season road deaths hit a new high in 2024/25
“The number of fatalities represents a year-on-year increase of 5. 3% (70) compared to the 2023/24 festive season, with a 4. 2% (50) increase in the number of crashes. This is most regrettable, more so because it reverses the incremental strides made in recent years,” said Transport Minister Barbara Creecy Creecy said.
Queertopia festival returns to Joburg with international star Ego Ella May
Join the celebration at Queertopia, Johannesburg's premier queer festival, featuring Ego Ella May and a diverse line-up of local talent, all while promoting inclusivity and awareness within the LGBTQ+ community.
Healthy lunch ideas to boost your energy at work
Incorporating these healthy and scrumptious recipes into your lunch routine not only alleviates the stress of meal prep but also ensures you’re nourished as you start the year.
Children at risk: inaccessible swimming facilities lead to dangerous beach trips
Community activist Stanley Jacobs has raised urgent concerns about the lack of accessible swimming facilities, which has forced children as young as seven to travel unsupervised to beaches, often putting their safety at risk. “When pools are closed, children walk long distances to reach beaches. I’ve seen it myself—kids as young as four or five heading to the beach unsupervised because there are no alternatives,” Jacobs said.
Western Cape sees record traffic as festive holiday season ends
Road traffic volumes are expected to return to normal levels from this coming week, following a significant increase during the festive period. The Western Cape, in particular, experienced a marked rise in traffic on national roads, especially the N1 through the Huguenot Tunnel. The festive peak saw a surge in travellers returning from their holiday destinations, resulting in some of the busiest roads the region has seen in recent years.
From near-death to community hero: Irafaan Abrahams' journey
A year ago, Cape Town sports personality and teacher Irafaan Abrahams faced a harrowing encounter with death when he was caught in a deadly rip tide at Scarborough beach. He reflected on that life-altering moment by visiting those nearest and dearest to his heart and giving back to the community that continued to inspire him.
Durban timeshare scam leaves holidaymakers devastated
An employee of a timeshare property management group has been fired after accepting payments for holiday rentals into her personal bank account, with bookings not being honoured by resorts.
Janu-worry again? Follow these tips for a financially stress-free start to the year
During its month-long Black Friday promotion, Makro said that consumers were investing in bulk packs of essentials like long-life milk, toilet paper, cold drinks, and maize meal.
Nearly 2,000 people left destitute after structural fires during the festive season
Thousands were left with only the clothes on their backs during the festive season as fires ravaged through informal settlements in separate incidents.
Project Blue exposes alarming water quality issues at Cape Town's Blue Flag beaches
Project Blue reveals shocking discrepancies in Cape Town's beach water quality, raising serious public health concerns and threatening the tourism industry.
UMngeni Tourism reports surge in visitors to KZN Midlands during festive season
According to UMngeni Tourism there was a significant increase in tours, with hospitality venues fully booked throughout the holiday period.
Cop allegedly killed by her boyfriend on Christmas Eve will be laid to rest over the weekend
A policewoman who was killed allegedly by her partner on Christmas Eve will be laid to rest on Saturday, December 4, 2024.
Road Traffic Management Corporation to focus on districts with high road crash and fatality statistics
The RTMC said the districts with a high number of crashes are Amathole district in the Eastern Cape, eThekwini Municipality, City of Johannesburg, City of Cape Town, City of Tshwane, Capricorn, Ekurhuleni, Cape Winelands, Vhembe and Fezile Dabi
Why does red wine leave a blue mouth? Understanding the science behind the stains
Love red wine but dread the stains it leaves behind? Discover the science of staining and learn practical tips to enjoy your favourite vintage without sacrificing your smile.
FBI investigates terrorist links in New Year's Eve crash that killed 15 people
A US Army veteran, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, drove a pickup truck into a New Year's Eve crowd in New Orleans, killing 15 and wounding dozens. The FBI is investigating potential terrorist links.
Embracing 2025: A journey of hope and giving
‘As we say goodbye to 2024 and prepare to say hello to 2025, just a reminder that our experience of a particular year is more about what we decide to take into and put into that year. ’
Anton Jeftha proposes to Tegan Goldman: a New Year’s engagement celebration
The actor and model took to Instagram on New Year’s Eve to announce the engagement.
SA welcomes over 650 babies on New Year's Day, youngest mother is 12
More than 650 babies were born in South Africa on New Year's Day, among those who gave birth was a 12-year-old girl.
Gauteng celebrates New Year’s Day with 13 newborn babies
Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko celebrates the arrival of 13 New Year’s babies, including one Mozambican, at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, highlighting the importance of health initiatives and maternal care.
Political parties and leaders reflect on 2024 and share aspirations for 2025
As 2025 begins, leaders across South Africa's political spectrum urge citizens to leave past challenges behind, focus on progress, and work collectively toward tackling inequality, poverty, and unemployment.
Ten dead as driver crashes into crowd celebrating New Year's
A pickup truck drove into a crowd celebrating New Year’s in New Orleans, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.