France opens skies to South African travellers
Direct Air France flights to and from South Africa are set to resume this week.
Travel
Lifestyle
Matric exams: Here’s why Grade 12s signed the ‘commitment agreement’
Matric pupils had to sign a ‘commitment agreement’ with strict rules on conduct.
Local
Moonchild Sanelly delivers fiery ‘Covivi’ single [audio]
Moonchild Sanelly speaks for every partygoer on Covivi.
Lifestyle
How to overcome year-end fatigue
Year end fatigue can creep up on you and slow you down. Here are tips to help you overcome it
Lifestyle
How to apply for R350 SASSA grant
Here is everything you need to know to apply for the SASSA R350 grant
Viral
Bill Clinton hospitalised: Here’s what we know
Bill Clinton is recovering well and should be discharged soon, officials said.
Health for Dummies
SA’s 12-17 cohort can now get vaccinated: Here’s what we know
The 12-17 cohort can now get vaccinated and no consent is required from parents.
Viral
Fans can now buy tickets to watch Bafana Bafana live at FNB Stadium
At least 2 000 vaxxed football fans will be able to watch the crucial Bafana Bafana fixture against Ethiopia. Here’s what you need to know.
Health for Dummies
Vaccine certificate: Here’s a guide on how to claim your ‘vax pass’
Here’s a complete guide on how to obtain your vaccine certificate.
Travel
Airbnb launched these initiatives for township tourism
Airbnb is investing heavily in uplifting South Africa’s township tourism economy.
Viral
Digital Vibes report details sordid corruption scam at Health Dept
Here is a TL:DR version of the Digital Vibes report.
Travel
SAA flights return to the sky: Here’s what you need to know
The South African flag is back on the tail of SAA’s new fleet. Here’s a breakdown of the national carrier’s return to the skies.
Viral
South Africa goes to Level 2: Things you are not allowed to do
South Africa moves to level 2 but there are still some limitations to consider.
Viral
READ IN FULL: Ramaphosa’s ‘Level 2’ announcement speech
Read President Cyril Ramaphosa’s full speech on the Level 2 lockdown announcement.
Health for Dummies
Vaccine passports: These countries plan on introducing the ‘vax ID’
South Africa is not the only country toggling with the idea of introducing vaccine passports
Local
Zakes Bantwini drops ‘Osama’: How to download, reactions
SA’s new national anthem is out right now.
Health for Dummies
J&J proposes vaccine ‘booster’ trial In South Africa
Johnson & Johnson may host a COVID-19 booster shot trial in South Africa.
Travel
Here’s how powerful the South African passport is in 2021
Here’s the updated Henley Index on the power of the South African passport.
Travel
What you need to apply for a visa in South Africa
The skies are cautiously reopening and you may be planning your next trip abroad. Here’s a look at the visa application process in 2021.
Viral
Hamilton Ndlovu: SIU freezes R42m assets
Hamilton Ndlovu masterminded a scheme to milk more than R46 million from the government. Here’s how he did it:
Viral
Ramaphosa to address the nation: Here’s what to expect
It’s believed lockdown restrictions will be eased.
Viral
A hearty plate of love: Nando’s proposal goes viral [WATCH]
Love is a dish best served hot at this Nando’s restaurant.
Lifestyle
2021 Mr South Africa: Here are your Top 20 finalists [photo]
This is your 2021 Mr South Africa Top 20:
Viral
Tokyo 2020 Paralympics: Here’s how many medals TeamSA has won
So far, Team South Africa has placed 33 in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics with five medals. 2020 Tokyo Paralympics: Wins and losses plague TeamSA Four days into the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics TeamSA won their first medal. It has been a very competitive season so far with China in the lead holding on to 164 medals
Crime
Babita Deokaran murder: Here’s the latest update
Babita Deokaran’s murder has progressed slowly in the last 48 hours. Here’s the latest.
Viral
SA divide on vaccines amid introduction of ‘vax’ policies
No vaccines has dominated discussions about inoculations. Here’s a breakdown of the week’s trending topic.
Viral
South Africa unemployment rate soars to 34.4% in 2021
Unemployment in black South African women who are eligible for work stands at 41%, 4.2 percentage points higher than the national average.
Technology
Google Calendar: Organisations will now be able to monitor where employees are working from
You will now be able to indicate directly on Google Calendar whether you’re working from home or in the office.
Viral
SA vaccine rollout: 18-34 cohort can now get the jab
Cabinet has opened up access for the 18-34 cohort to get vaccinated as early as Friday 20 August 2021. Here’s what we know.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town nightclubs could be exclusive to ‘vaxxed’ partygoers
Cape Town partygoers may have to present a vaccination card to enter nightclubs and entertainment venues, Premier Alan Winde teased.