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‘A long road for something so simple’ — Actress Pamela Nomvete celebrates victory after passport battle

‘A long road for something so simple’ — Actress Pamela Nomvete celebrates victory after passport battle

Multi-award-winning actress Pamela Nomvete is breathing a sigh of relief after finally winning her lengthy battle to have her South African passport renewed a process she says turned into an unnecessarily painful ordeal for dual citizens.

By Kgomotso Moganedi

Durban’s Finest invade Dallas: DJ Sox and DJ Tira jet off for US shows

Durban’s Finest invade Dallas: DJ Sox and DJ Tira jet off for US shows

Legendary duo Durban’s Finest, made up of DJ Sox and DJ Tira, are taking their signature sound to American shores this weekend. The pair jetted out of South Africa on Thursday night ahead of a highly-anticipated performance in Dallas, Texas.

By Kgomotso Moganedi

Renault announces new Kiger pricing and specs

Renault announces new Kiger pricing and specs

The facelifted Renault Kiger has arrived in South Africa with a sporty new look and refreshed interior.

By Motoring Staff

Gospel star Ntethe Mposwa humbled by triple Crown Gospel Awards nomination

Gospel star Ntethe Mposwa humbled by triple Crown Gospel Awards nomination

Gospel singer and producer Ntethe Mposwa is beaming with gratitude after being nominated in three categories at the 2025 Crown Gospel Awards, an honour he describes as both humbling and affirming of his calling.

By Kgomotso Moganedi

Sabrina Claudio, Lloyiso and Manana set to headline Y’s hottest summer music experience

Sabrina Claudio, Lloyiso and Manana set to headline Y’s hottest summer music experience

Johannesburg’s ultimate summer celebration is back, and it’s bigger, louder, and hotter than ever! Y the heartbeat of Joburg’s youth culture is turning up the heat with LYFE, the unmissable music experience happening on Saturday, December 6, at Marks Park

By Kgomotso Moganedi

IN THE GARDEN | Magical Mistlea a showstopper heritage garden not to miss

IN THE GARDEN | Magical Mistlea a showstopper heritage garden not to miss

Mistlea —there is much to be said of the name. It speaks of the mist falling from the Amathole Mountains, which adds a magical aura to the 80-year-old, 2ha property in Orchard Lane, Hogsback.

By Julia Smith

Kelly Khumalo celebrates two decades in music industry with ‘Rebirth’

Kelly Khumalo celebrates two decades in music industry with ‘Rebirth’

South African soul music star Kelly Khumalo has once again captured her fans’ attention with the release of her 11th album, Rebirth.

By Lebo Mjangaze

24-hour visa permission for filmmakers to work in South Africa on the cards

24-hour visa permission for filmmakers to work in South Africa on the cards

Loss of a R400m gig to Mexico spurs a new system from home affairs.

By TimesLIVE

John Kani ignites a new era for South African storytelling

John Kani ignites a new era for South African storytelling

The John Kani Performing Arts Academy is a groundbreaking institution dedicated to nurturing the next generation of storytellers, actors, directors and screenwriters.

By Kgomotso Moganedi

‘I want my music to give hope to the hopeless’

‘I want my music to give hope to the hopeless’

When 33-year-old Masixole Ncapayi from Gcinisa Village in Peddie stepped into a professional recording studio for the first time, it marked the culmination of years of quiet persistence.

By Amkelwa Luthuli

‘This South African air is suffocating’: AKA’s mother wants justice for her son

‘This South African air is suffocating’: AKA’s mother wants justice for her son

"If you were the one coming home today … that would be justice for me."

By Joy Mphande

Business vehicle hijackings on the rise in South Africa, says Tracker

Business vehicle hijackings on the rise in South Africa, says Tracker

The study reveals that business-owned vehicles are 48% more likely to be targeted than personally-owned vehicles.

By Motoring Staff

Dion Chang: From trends analyst to pet death doula

Dion Chang: From trends analyst to pet death doula

When he is not prepping businesses to adapt to global tech, social and economic shifts, trends analyst Dion Chang moonlights as a death doula and helps pet owners navigate the end of their precious companions’ lives.

By Barbara Hollands

Buhlebendalo Mda brings healing and activism to We The 99% People’s Summit

Buhlebendalo Mda brings healing and activism to We The 99% People’s Summit

Singer and spiritual storyteller Buhlebendalo Mda, known to many as Buhle from The Soil, is set to perform at We The 99% People’s Summit, a counter summit to the G20 that champions justice, equality and collective power.


Elvis Blue to perform at Mayibuye iAfrika Concert: The Rebirth of Ubuntu

Elvis Blue to perform at Mayibuye iAfrika Concert: The Rebirth of Ubuntu

Award-winning musician and songwriter Elvis Blue will take to the stage at this year’s Mayibuye iAfrika Concert: The Rebirth of Ubuntu, a powerful musical showcase celebrating South Africa’s cultural heritage, unity and spirit of transformation.

By Kgomotso Moganedi

Editor’s Choice

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Cyber gang hits Eastern Cape department


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Struggling municipality sets sight on building airport in Komani


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Two get life sentences for cash-heist reign of terror


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Teacher fired and permanently barred for sexually assaulting pupil


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Jealous husband sentenced to 22 years for estranged wife’s murder

Top Stories

Cyber gang hits Eastern Cape department


Drunk taxi driver allegedly 16 times over legal limit among 113 arrested in Northern KZN road blocks


Lamola accuses Trump of ‘white supremacy’


Family of five die in KZN south coast accident


EFFSC takes the lead in UFH SRC preliminary elections results


Struggling municipality sets sight on building airport in Komani


Two get life sentences for cash-heist reign of terror


Teacher fired and permanently barred for sexually assaulting pupil


Jealous husband sentenced to 22 years for estranged wife’s murder


Kelly Khumalo celebrates two decades in music industry with ‘Rebirth’

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