Category: Entertainment

South African Airways (SAA) has confirmed that the pilots’ strike, which began on 5 December, has been suspended on Saturday morning, 7 December. Pilots were demanding a 30% salary increase and their strike left several travellers in various airports, especially OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg stranded and frustrated. SAA STRIKE SUSPENDED On Saturday, SAA… Read more

Cape Town-Mbele siblings accused of insurance claim fraud were released on bail at the Athlone Magistrate’s Court on 3 December. The two siblings, Wanda and Sindiswa Mbele, were charged with fraud and money laundering relating to insurance policies belonging to late Noem My Skollie actor David ‘Gums’ Manuel, who they claimed was their cousin. The… Read more

Springboks wives and girlfriends (WAGS) – like Rachel Kolisi – are becoming the new social media influencers. This means lucrative brand endorsement and ambassador deals with everything from car dealerships to beauty houses. WHAT CARS SPRINGBOK WAGS DRIVE? The Springboks are known for driving the biggest and best cars on the market, from Mercedes-Benz to… Read more

Rescue operations in Stilfontein are far from over. More bodies of illegal miners keep surfacing as rescue operations are taking place. There are reportedly more than 1 300 illegal miners that have resurfaced so far.  MORE BODIES RETRIEVED  IOL reported on 4 December that after residents were granted permission to lower food, more bodies were pulled… Read more

Bafana Bafana stars’ future at Mamelodi Sundowns in limbo, according to reports. The future of Sundowns defender Rushine De Reuck is shrouded in uncertainty as the club reportedly hesitates to offer him a contract renewal. With his current deal expiring in June 2025, De Reuck, 28, might soon have to make significant career decisions. Sources… Read more

Soweto will come to a standstill on Saturday afternoon when Orlando Pirates host Egyptian side Al Ahly in a CAF Champions League Group C clash. For the latest soccer news, bookmark The South African website’s dedicated section for free-to-read content All eyes will be at Orlando Stadium as the two group favourites reignite their rivalry. Kick-off is… Read more

Gayton McKenzie has asked to meet with FIFA president Gianni Infantino regarding SAFA President Danny Jordaan, who has been accused of R1.3 million worth of theft and corruption. Jordaan and co-accused Gronie Hluyo and Trevor Neethling appeared at Palm Ridge Specialised Crimes Court on December 5, which concluded with a R20,000 bail to the three… Read more

Kaizer Chiefs has not been a success for Christian Saile so far. Is the left-footed forward saying goodbye soon? KAIZER CHIEFS TO RELEASE CHRISTIAN SAILE Coach Nasreddine Nabi has shown his trusted wingers such as Wandile Duba, Gastin Sirino, Pule Mmodi and Mfundo Vilakazi. With just seven goals in 54 appearances, the 25-year-old Saile will be deemed surplus… Read more

In case you’ve been out of touch with the news, Orlando Pirates’ Relebohile Mofokeng has become the subject of interest for the FC Barcelona B team. ORLANDO PIRATES STAR RELEBOHILE MOFOKENG LINKED WITH FC BARCELONA It’s been the biggest story in South African football this week. Soccer Laduma’s leading journalist, Masebe Qina, reported that the Spanish… Read more

Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has welcomed back to squad players before facing Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League today. ORLANDO PIRATES DUO RETURN 26-year-old winger and fan favourite Monnapule Saleng is back since the 3-2 loss to Magesi FC in the Carling Knockout. Goodman Mosele, 25, has also been spotted doing full… Read more