Playing the Lotto just got more expensive: What South Africans will now pay

South Africa's new lottery operator has officially taken over, but players will now pay significantly more for Lotto and PowerBall tickets.

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Trevor Noah responds to xenophobic attacks, '30 June deadline'

Trevor Noah's recent podast touched on xenophobic attacks against illegal immigrants and a deadline for them to vacate South Africa...

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South African institution named Africa’s top university in new global ranking

New global rankings have named a well-known South African institution as Africa's top university and placed it 200th worldwide.

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Why these property hotspots are becoming more attractive to buyers in SA

Higher petrol prices and longer commutes are changing home-buying habits, boosting demand in these well-located property hotspots.

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These two South African burgers crowned among world's best

Smashed it! Burgers from two South African eateries star in a sizzling list ranking the best burgers in the world.

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US Embassy warns citizens to avoid popular SA shopping mall

The United States Embassy and Consulates in South Africa has warned American citizens to avoid Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria.

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UPDATE: Second explosion at Woolworths store

Another small explosion is reported to have occurred at a second Woolworths store in as many days, with the Hawks now investigating.

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Angelina Jolie's son Maddox drops Brat Pitt's surname

Brad Pitt and his ex-wife and children have become estranged over the years.

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Explosive device detonates inside Woolworths

An investigation is underway after an unknown explosive device detonated inside a Woolworths store in Pretoria.

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One of South Africa’s most expensive estates gains global recognition

A top SA lifestyle estate has featured in the Global Wellness Institute’s 2026 Wellness Real Estate Atlas.

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President promises extra public holiday - on THIS condition

President Cyril Ramaphosa has promised South Africans an additional public holiday, provided that this happens...

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Immigration checks reveal only 10 of 300 Ghanaians in SA legally

Officials at OR Tambo International Airport found only 10 of 300 Ghanaians were in South Africa legally during repatriation checks.

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SAHPRA seizes illegal weight-loss drugs in major Pretoria crackdown

SA regulators are cracking down on illegal Ozempic-style weight-loss drugs after serious safety concerns and reports of hospitalisations.

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Luxury cars, cash and land: The wedding gifts that shocked Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is in shock after a lavish wedding linked to Kudakwashe Tagwirei’s family saw politically connected elites gift luxury items.

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South Africans could soon say goodbye to cheap Cape Town to London flights

The possible sale or collapse of Norse Atlantic Airways could mean bad news for South African travellers heading to London from Cape Town.

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PowerBall vs PowerBall Plus: Is the extra R2.50 really worth it?

With R207 million up for grabs this Tuesday, many players are asking the same question: is the extra R2.50 for PowerBall Plus worth it?

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Rare 'once in a Blue Moon' event happening this week in SA

Skywatchers around the world, including South Africa, will get a chance to see a rare Blue Moon this week. Here’s why it’s special.

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Teboho Mokoena's goal could be worth R327 million to Mamelodi Sundowns

Teboho Mokoena's goal for Mamelodi Sundowns not only won the CAF Champions League, it could ultimately be worth up to $20 million.

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Mel Viljoen posts pic with Trump after ICE release

Real Housewives star Mel Viljoen has returned to social media with a cheeky ode to Trump after being released from an ICE detention centre.

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Naledi Pandor’s Pretoria home robbed during break-in

Former minister Naledi Pandor’s Pretoria home was robbed while she and her husband were inside the residence.

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'Shakira from Temu': Chomee criticised over 'AI' World Cup song

Chomee has been criticised for heavily relying on AI for her comeback song, 'Tjovitjo', about Bafana Bafana's return to the FIFA World Cup...

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SA's smallest province emerges as top choice for first-time home buyers

SA’s young population is driving housing demand, with one province attracting first-time home buyers seeking affordability and convenience.

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Ghana begins emergency evacuation from South Africa

Ghana has started evacuating citizens from South Africa as concerns grow over xenophobic attacks and diplomatic tensions.

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Elon Musk eyes Wall Street record with SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk's SpaceX rocketed toward Wall Street on Wednesday, filing plans for what could become the largest initial public offering in history.

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'Emergency evacuation': US plans to increase Afrikaner intake

The Trump administration will fork out $100 million to significantly increase the intake of South African white Afrikaner refugees.

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Mel Viljoen opts to return to SA amid ICE 'dog food' complaints

Mel Viljoen is hoping to return to her nice life in South Africa after filing for voluntary departure amid her ICE detention woes.

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'I stand with Israel': Who is Dis-Chem millionaire Mark Saltzman?

From supporting Trump to Tel Aviv: Here's what we know about anti-Palestine Dis-Chem millionaire, Mark Saltzman...

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Calls for Dis-Chem boycott after shareholder's anti-Palestine rant

Dis-Chem has responded to anti-Palestine and misogynistic comments made by Mark Saltzman, the son of the founders of the company.

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UK publication again implies Springboks have a doping problem

A leading UK publication has again suggested the Springboks have a 'drugs test' problem on the back of a ban for Asenathi Ntlabakanye.

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