Football supporters are bracing for a blockbuster encounter as Kaizer Chiefs welcome Mamelodi Sundowns to FNB Stadium on Saturday, 15 August 2026, in one of the most anticipated fixtures of the early Betway Premiership season. The match is scheduled for a 15h00 kick-off. The heavyweight clash brings together two of South Africa’s most celebrated football…
Thembisa Shologu It is all systems go for the 2027 Gauteng Online Admissions application period. The online system for Grade 1 and Grade 8 applications officially went live at 08:00 on Wednesday, 5 August 2026, marking the start of the admissions process for learners seeking placement in Gauteng public schools for the 2027 academic year….
Johannesburg, South Africa – The 2026 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival marks its 27th year as one of Africa’s premier live music experiences, returning to the Sandton International Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 25–26 September 2026. Over nearly three decades, the festival has grown into a cultural and economic force, evolving from an intimate gathering of just…
Land reform – Repositioning land reform in the minds of the youth is not about changing perceptions of land itself; it’s about changing realities on the ground. For years, public discourse has focused heavily on the act of land restoration and ownership. Yet, as land is being restituted, many young people are still struggling to find their place within the system and to benefit from opportunities that can improve…
S’Bonise and Win Winner after the Betway Premiership 2025/26 game between Stellenbosch FC and Orlando Pirates at Athlone Stadium on 5 May 2026 © Nic Bothma/BackpagePix The Betway Premiership officially concluded the final two S’bonise & Win Dial Up fixtures of the season, with a supporter from Stellenbosch FC and Sekhukhune United walking away with life-changing…
This coming weekend is not only a long weekend to celebrate Freedom Day, but also a massive sporting occasion in South Africa, as Soweto’s football giants Kaizer Chiefs, and their nemesis, Orlando Pirates, lock horns in the second Soweto Derby of the season. The highly anticipated clash takes place on Sunday at FNB stadium. This…
Soweto will be abuzz this weekend with a high-stakes instalment of the Soweto Derby taking centre stage as Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs do battle at FNB Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The highly anticipated Betway Premiership encounter has drawn widespread attention with match tickets selling out within hours of going on sale. As is always…
As the world marked World AIDS Day on 1 December, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) South Africa, in collaboration with provincial Departments of Health, civil society partners, and community stakeholders, led a series of impactful events across KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, and the Eastern Cape. This year’s commemorations placed a strong emphasis on men’s wellness, HIV prevention, community mobilisation, and…
Whatever your reason was to take to the streets today, the race delivered something for everyone 29 November 2025 marked the 30th edition of The People’s Race — a day that embraced and celebrated the rich heritage of Soweto. The start ribbon of the 2025 African Bank Soweto Marathon was unleashed with more than 3000…
During today’s 30th edition of The People’s Race, a 45 year old female athlete was seriously injured whilst running, when a unauthorised vehicle forced its way onto the route and collided with her. She was stabilised on site and has since been transferred to the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, where she remains in a critical…
