South Africa

Resident say they're forced to pay R4 to use the toilet at EC Home Affairs office

People visiting Home Affairs in Cofimvaba near Queenstown, Eastern Cape, say security guards are forcing them to pay R4 if they need to use the toilet.

Africa

Tanzania investigates ferry disaster which killed 227

Tanzania's government has launched an inquest into the cause of the ferry disaster, in which 227 people died when a boat capsized in Lake Victoria last week.

World

Indonesia teen rescued after 49 days adrift at sea

An Indonesian teenager survived seven weeks adrift at sea after his tiny fishing trap lost its moorings and ended up some 2 500km away in waters near the Pacific island of Guam, his family said Monday.

Sport24

PE Test: Pollard primed for No 12?

With options thin, Handre Pollard is an appealing prospect for the Bok inside centre vacancy against Australia on Saturday, writes Rob Houwing.

Business

Eskom’s aging power plants raise supply concerns

Concern over Eskom's worsening generation plant performance impacting South Africa’s medium-term system adequacy outlook.

Amazon plants fake packages in delivery trucks as part of an undercover ploy to 'trap' drivers who are stealing

Amazon plants empty packages with fake labels in the trucks of delivery drivers to catch drivers who are stealing, sources have told Business Insider.

Entertainment

Dramatic double wedding day drama coming to Uzalo

The war of the brides with Nkunzi as the prize will have viewers enthralled.

A cultural centre flowers in Alexandra after 20 years of efforts

It has taken 20 years of efforts, driven by an architect, a community researcher, a heritage expert and an academic, but the Alexandra Heritage Centre is finally open for business.

Tech

IPhone XS buyers undeterred by higher prices, few upgrades

The iPhone XS is as much as $200 more expensive than last year’s already pricey iPhone X. But that means little to the Apple faithful or those seeking to upgrade their older iPhone.

Green

Tiger population nearly doubles in Nepal

Nepal's wild tiger population has nearly doubled over the last nine years, officials said, in a victory for the impoverished country's drive to save the endangered big cats.

MyNews24

Cape Town pastor shares his story – 'My uncle sexually abused me since I was 9'

WARNING: This article contains themes of sexual abuse and may be triggering to some readers.

health24

Are you lactose intolerant?

Here are a few alternatives to dairy.

Wheels24

Porsche 911 + Mini Cooper? Take a look at how radically different the iconic Mini would look like if designed by other automakers

The legendary Mini brand remains an automotive icon but what would the classic Cooper look like if it were designed by different manufacturers?

W24

This shoe brand is selling R7597 taped-together sneakers - why it's a horrible idea

“There are people in the world wearing plastic bags as shoes because they can’t afford any.”

Travel

WATCH: There are 20 new World Heritage Sites to add to your bucket list

UNESCO has inscribed 20 new sites on its list of official World Heritage sites, one of which is the Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains in South Africa.

Parent24

Another set of identical twins with matching lives give birth to daughters just weeks apart!

Twin sisters, this time in Britain, have given birth to girls just weeks apart – after unintentionally getting pregnant at the same time!

Food24

Everyone's a winner: restaurants across SA for both vegetarians and meat lovers

We made a list of restaurants that offer great menus for the plant based eaters and the carnivores, so that everyone can enjoy a great night out.

Careers24

Should you ask for feedback after being rejected for a job?

You have gone to the interview and you are sure you aced it. But your optimism for the new role turns to disappointment when you receive the rejection letter. What now?

Property24

6 gorgeous SA homes for braai masters and those who love to entertain

Looking for a perfect property to share and enjoy life with family and friends? Take a peek at these homes with appealing indoor and outdoor spaces…

Gaming

78 Million Gamers Played Fortnite in August

As Season 6 draws ever closer, Epic announced that over 78 million gamers played Fortnite last month, making it the biggest month yet