South Africa

Eastern Cape sisters burnt to death after being accused of witchcraft

An Eastern Cape mayor has condemned an attack on two sisters who were killed after being accused of witchcraft.

Africa

Fact-check: Have 60 000 Christians been killed in central Nigeria since 2001?

A video uploaded to Facebook by one of US president Donald Trump's lawyers claims that 60 000 Christians have been killed by nomadic Muslim herdsmen in central Nigeria since 2001.

World

Woman accused of being Russian agent expected to change plea

A woman accused of being a secret agent for the Russian government is expected to plead guilty.

Sport24

All Blacks coach Hansen to retire after 2019 RWC

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen announced that he will retire after next year's Rugby World Cup, saying they needed some "fresh thinking".

Business

Eskom debt swap proposal gets cold shoulder from Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa signalled he doesn't back a proposal from Eskom for the government to assume a large portion of its debt.

South Africans spend the second longest amount of time watching porn in the world

South African porn consumption drops by a whopping 14% on the Sunday just before Easter. But while they're surfing porn, South Africans tend to have staying power.

Entertainment

This is who actually wrote that love letter to Kendall Jenner

It turns out it wasn’t any of her high profile exes as everyone had speculated.

Boycott South African Airways. Here’s why

It is your patriotic duty to do so. If you are unpatriotic, it is your ethical duty. If you are unethical, it is your familial duty. If you have no family, it is your selfish duty. If you are a selfless hermit, fly SAA.

Tech

Taylor Swift used facial recognition software to identify her stalkers at concerts

During her 2018 "Reputation" stadium tour, Taylor Swift used facial recognition software to track her stalkers at concerts — and many didn't realise.

Green

UN chief calls for compromise, sacrifice at climate talks

The United Nations secretary-general called on countries to make compromises in tackling global warming, amid concern that a UN talks on the issue could end without a substantial agreement.

MyNews24

The EFF is ready to govern, but not prepared

The conduct of Malema and Shivambu around journalists is unprofessional, childish and a disregard for democracy.

health24

Catnip: the 'why' behind cats' favourite high

There has been significant progress in understanding how catnip makes nepetalactones, the chemicals that send cats crazy.

Wheels24

WATCH: Ho, Ho, Ho! Top chef cooks-up a sumptuous holiday feast inside VW California

To encourage families to switch off this holiday season, Volkswagen challenged chef Claire Thomson, to go off-grid and prepare for festive feast in a California van.

W24

Young women expose shameless married men on Twitter who were making sexual advances

This week we saw Twitter buzzing with 'receipts' of married men openly pursuing other young women and we are stunned.

Travel

The curiosities of cruise travel companions

Darrel Bristow-Bovey shares a delightful dinner conversation with fellow cruise companions, that will leave you more curious about life.

Parent24

This NPO provides subsidised private healthcare to families living with autism in KZN

Action in Autism is the unique NPO providing autism resources and services to families regardless of their socio-economic status.

Food24

Historic decision ends 200 years of no bottle stores in Fish Hoek

For the last two centuries, the seaside town of Fish Hoek in Cape Town has been prohibited from having a bottle store. Here's why.

Careers24

It’s time to change the way you set your career goals

As the world of work evolves, so should the way ambitious professionals plan their careers.

Property24

6 ways to braai: how to ‘grill it up’ this festive season

South Africans love to braai and spend time outdoors, cooking up a feast for family and friends. Wood, kettle or gas, get tips for choosing the right one for you...

Gaming

Just Cause 4 Review

The Just Cause series is one of my go-to favourites when I want to just let off some steam and blow things up. The games have been known for their over-the-top action, fantastic exploration and just being really extra. Just Cause 4 follows all that and after the bumpy release of Just Cause 3’s major …