South Africans are heading into a crucial voting milestone this weekend as the country prepares for the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections. With millions of eligible citizens still missing from the voters' roll, an upcoming nationwide registration drive aims to bridge the gap and ensure every community has a voice in local governance. The Numbers Game: Who is Registered? While South Africa's active voter base is growing, a massive portion of the population—particularly

Die Fochville-gemeenskap bars van trots ná die aankondiging dat een van hul eie, Liam van Wyk, gekies is om Suid-Afrika op die internasionale verhoog te verteenwoordig. Foto: Fochville Laerskool Hy sal aan die opkomende Afrika-Kontinentale Skopbokskampioenskap (African Continental Kickboxing Championship) deelneem. Hierdie gesogte toernooi vind vanjaar plaas vanaf 21 tot 27 Junie 2026 in Kameroen, Wes-Afrika. Gekies vir die Nasionale Span Om die nasionale kleure te dra en die

The rugby teams of Hoërskool Carletonville have continued their streak of outstanding performances on the field, securing a series of impressive victories against Hoërskool President. Image: Hoërskool Carletonville The matchups, which took place on the afternoon of June 12, showcased the strength, high caliber, and tactical prowess of the "Callies" teams as they outmatched their opponents across the fixtures. Dedication and Teamwork Pay Off The school extended its congratulat

Hoërskool Fochville het ’n amptelike uitdaging aan die breër gemeenskap, sake-ondernemings en sportentoesiaste gerig met die bekendstelling van hul opkomende "Funshoot"-teikenskiedag. Foto: Hoërskool Fochville Die inisiatief is daarop gemik om gemeenskapsgees te bou en terselfdertyd kritieke fondse vir die skool se ontwikkelingsprojekte in te samel. Die geleentheid bied aan sowel mededingende skuts as informele deelnemers die kans om hul vaardighede in ’n verskeidenheid skiet

South African rugby enters an intriguing developmental phase this weekend as national head coach Rassie Erasmus and South Africa 'A' coach Mzwandile Stick unveiled two heavily modified matchday squads. The double-header scheduled for Saturday, 20 June at Gqeberha’s Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium serves as a strategic testing ground, blending iconic double-World Cup winners with a surging wave of under-20 prospects. The afternoon's action kicks off at 12h00 with the SA 'A' side ho

South Africans will soon spot some historic new additions in their loose change. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has officially gazetted the specifications and designs for a new series of commemorative R2 and R5 coins. Released under the central theme of "Education," these special-edition coins are set to become official legal tender on 16 June 2026, fittingly coinciding with the country's national Youth Day public holiday. Honouring Legacies Across Three New R2 Coins The

The wait is officially over, and history has been thoroughly rewritten. Yesterday, June 14, 2026, the 99th edition of the iconic Comrades Marathon saw thousands of runners line up with a shared heartbeat to tackle the grueling 85.777-kilometer Up Run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. The air was crisp, the nervous energy was electric, and the spirit of Ubuntu echoed down the tarmac as ordinary people achieved the extraordinary. By the time the final guns fired at the emotional

Hoërskool Fochville het die afgelope naweek ’n betekenisvolle mylpaal op die sportkalender gevier toe die skool se matriekrugbyspelers op Saterdag, 6 Junie 2026, vir die laaste keer op hul tuisveld uitgedraf het. Die geleentheid het die einde van ’n vyfjarige skoolrugby-era vir hierdie groep senior leerders gemarkeer. Foto: Hoërskool Fochville Na afloop van die wedstryde het die skoolbestuur, afrigters en ouers byeengekom vir ’n amptelike afskeidsfunksie om erkenning te gee a

The second half of May 2026 has brought a familiar seasonal challenge to the South African recruitment landscape. As businesses push to close out their mid-year strategies and align their budgets for the upcoming quarters, the pressure on human resource departments intensifies. Securing the ideal candidate under these high-stakes conditions means looking far beyond a generic, one-dimensional job title. It requires a deep understanding of how an individual's unique academic ba

Merafong City Local Municipality has experienced a highly active week focused on sustainable development, community engagement, and aggressive infrastructure maintenance. Through collaborative efforts with provincial governance, corporate entities, and direct dialogue with residents, the municipality is driving initiatives aimed at addressing localized challenges and uplifting the living standards of its communities. Green Initiatives Highlight World Environment Day in Khutso

The biggest sporting event in human history officially kicks off tomorrow! The FIFA World Cup 2026 breaks all previous boundaries as the tournament expands to a massive 48 teams across three co-host nations: the United States, Mexico, and Canada. For South African fans, the anticipation is at an absolute fever pitch. Bafana Bafana are not just participating; they are taking center stage in the tournament's official opening match at the legendary Estadio Azteca against the m

Dust off your green and gold jerseys, stock up on the braai wood, and get ready, because a blockbuster 2026 international rugby season is just around the corner! Rassie Erasmus and his men are gearing up for an action-packed year featuring the brand-new Nations Championship, the return of traditional long-format tours, and epic clashes across three continents. However, the road to glory is already looking like an uphill battle. Dozens of injured Springboks are racing to rec

The United Rugby Championship (URC) has officially begun celebrating the top individual performers of the 2025/26 regular season, and South African players have dominated the opening announcements. Leading the charge are the Fidelity SecureDrive Lions duo of Chris Smith and Quan Horn, alongside the DHL Stormers' dynamic number eight, Evan Roos and Vodacom Bulls scrumhalf Embrose Papier. Furthermore, the off-field mastery of the South African franchises has been recognized wit

Die krag van die gesproke woord het behoorlik koning gekraai tydens die hoogs mededingende Semi-finale rondte van die nasionale ATKV-Redenaarskompetisie. Dit is ’n platform waar die land se heel beste jong sprekers kragte meet, en ons plaaslike slimkoppe het die verhoog met absolute selfvertroue, vlymskerp beredenering en pure passie oorheers. Foto: Fochville Laerskool Die skoolgemeenskap bars van absolute trots ná die amptelike uitslae bekendgemaak is, wat getuig van die uit

Die toekoms van Afrikaanse welsprekendheid en openbare redevoering is in stewige, selfversekerde hande by Laer Gedenkskool Danie Theron. Die skool se kultuurafdeling het onlangs hul amptelike Grondslagfase Afrikaanse Redenaarskompetisie aangebied, en die jong leerders het gehore en beoordelaars gelyk laat regop sit met hul ongelooflike verhoogteenwoordigheid. Foto: Laer Gedenkskool Danie Theron Om op so ’n vroeë ouderdom voor ’n vol saal en ’n paneel beoordelaars te staan en

This comprehensive talent review introduces our early May cohort By breaking down their profiles into actionable insights rather than just bullet points, we aim to help talent acquisition teams and hiring managers cut through the noise and discover their next star hire quickly and effectively Finding the perfect fit for your team shouldn't feel like searching for a needle in a digital haystack. The modern hiring landscape presents an interesting paradox: while technology make

The sensational form of the Springbok Sevens team throughout the 2026 circuit has received the ultimate individual validation. South African playmaker Tristan Leyds has been officially named as one of the three nominees for the prestigious Men's SVNS Player of the Year award. The shortlists, released by World Rugby on Monday, arrive amid immense anticipation just days before the season-ending HSBC SVNS World Championship Final gets underway in Bordeaux, France. The annual awa

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced the official fuel price structural adjustments taking effect on Wednesday, 3 June 2026. The narrative for June is entirely defined by a tug-of-war between strong international over-recoveries and the National Treasury’s planned withdrawal of emergency tax relief. While global market factors dramatically favored a price drop across the board, petrol users are still facing a hike solely because the governme

The Junior Springboks concluded the inaugural U20 International Series with a flawless record, dispatching a physical Georgia side 57-14 in front of a packed crowd at Paul Roos Gymnasium's Markötter Stadium in Stellenbosch. Having already registered heavy victories over Chile and Fiji earlier in the tournament, the South African Under-20s completed a clean sweep of three wins from three matches to finish the series in style. Georgia entered the final round full of confidence

The Springbok Sevens team experienced the full spectrum of tournament rugby at the HSBC SVNS Valladolid in Spain. Chasing an unprecedented sixth consecutive tournament crown on the global circuit, the South Africans fought through uncharacteristic lapses, defensive shifts, and heart-stopping knockout victories to reach the cup final at the Estadio Jose Zorrilla. While a clinical Australian outfit ultimately ended their winning streak with a 26–19 victory in the final, the Bli