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Students warned to be alert over accommodation scams | Student Survival 2025
As students begin their searching for accommodations ahead of the 2025 academic year, scammers are are increasingly using Facebook to lure students.
Justice served: Former Hank’s Olde Irish Pub owners win R1. 25 million in defamation case
The Western Cape High Court has ordered a man to pay R1. 25 million in damages to former pub co-owners, after he accused the establishment of racism.
Vitiligo advocate Loginah Salah crowned Miss Universe Egypt 2024
Loginah Salah, has been crowned Miss Universe Egypt 2024 and this will be the first ever Miss Universe contestant who suffers from vitiligo.
Tim Cohen: A Political Agenda Masquerading as Journalism
Cohen’s attack on AYO seems to be a reaction to him and his backers sensing a threat to their privileged position and are desperate to maintain the status quo, says the writer.
Sextortion: Exposing how online predators are preying on teenagers, demanding money in exchange
Teenagers, both girls and boys, are falling victim to predators luring them to share explicit images and later threaten to expose them unless they are paid.
Mbali Mlotshwa showcases her latest collection at SA Fashion Week
Popular South African actress, Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa has released her second collection of her brand, Essie Apparel. Mlotshwa debuted her first collection in 2023 however she founded her fashion brand in 2019.
WANTED: Hawks on the hunt for alleged online dating scammer
Innocent Aleokhai Abinokhauno is wanted on allegations of fraud, perjury, and identity theft.
A massive win for the Indian north eastern region as Ruopfuzhano Whiso places fourth in Miss Universe India 2024
This highlights a growing diversity in the beauty pageant because it is the first time a contestant from the north eastern region has got so far in the competition.
Meet ‘Mzansi’s greatest family’, bonding on your small screen and making SA laugh one video at a time
They were one of the many content creators who made the 2020 lock down era bearable with their family content.
‘Not funny, Tiffany!’ Social media users react to Tiffany Haddish’s runway disruption
Popular American celebrity, Tiffany Haddish caused chaos on social media after trying to be funny by walking down on a runway during a Monse fashion show at New York Fashion Week, and disrupting the show itself as well as the models.
How to protect your teenager from online dangers
Tips for teenagers on identifying misinformation and distinguishing facts from truth.
‘Skeem Saam’ wins big at the Royalty Soapie Awards
“Skeem Saam” cast members brought home multiple awards on Saturday night, August 24 for their outstanding roles on the popular SABC 1 show that highlights issues that many South Africans are faced with daily.
Meet Big Mama: Soweto’s shebeen queen rises to reality TV sensation
Showmax has just dropped the first episode of “Shebeen Queens“, a reality show about the bold women behind popular Soweto shebeens Alina’s Place, Big Mama’s Tavern, and Rams Tavern.
Rasta pays homage to legendary actress, Connie Chiume through his quirky art
South Africa’s legendary actress, Connie Chiume died on August 6, and among those paying tribute to her was Rasta, South Africa’s enigmatic artist.
Chidimma Adetshina accepts invitation to participate in Miss Universe Nigeria
After Chidimma Adetshina was rejected by South Africans to participate in the Miss SA 2024 pageant, Adetshina got invited to participate in Miss Universe Nigeria.
PICS: Reliving the Miss SA 2024 red carpet and finale show moments
On August 10, many of your favourite South African celebrities flocked the Miss SA finale event at SunBet Arena in Pretoria. From the stunning short dresses that revealed the legs, to the most gorgeous and colourful suits.
Unathi Nkayi weighs in on Miss SA contestant Chidimma Adetshina’s nationality controversy
South African singer, radio and television host, Unathi Nkayi recently appeared on Mac’G podcast and chill and she shared her thoughts on the controversy that was surrounding former Miss SA 2024 contestant, Chidimma Adetshina.
New Miss SA Mia le Roux an inspiration to the disabled community
The 28-year old newly crowned Miss SA, Mia Le Roux took over the reign from Natasha Joubert on Saturday night at SunBet Arena with the Mowana Crown.
Meet the four leading South African designers who will dress Miss SA 2024 finalists
This year’s Miss SA 2024 finale is about fashion meeting technology with South Africa’s leading fashion designers, Gert-Johan Coetzee, Anel Botha alongside Londeka Buthelezi Ndaba and Lydia Mbayo who will be making their debut as Miss SA 2024 fashion designers.
Gauteng leads SA’s online shopaholic provinces
While taking a look at the top three South African provinces that have embraced online shopping, it is also interesting to uncover what has influenced their spending habits.
Who will take the crown and be Miss SA 2024?
In the final episode of Crown Chasers, the Top 11 contestant had a chance to tell the judges why they deserve to be crowned Miss SA 2024. The contestants had a five minute timed chance to tell us why.
‘Izingane Zesthembu’ cast member Vuyokazi Nciweni get’s her happily ever after
Izingane Zesthembu’s Vuyokazi Nciweni shared on Instagram her wearing a towel/blanket with words written “Becoming Mrs S” at the back.
Mapi Mahlangu’s appointment as Editor-in-Chief for Newzroom Afrika
TV news channel Newzroom Afrika has appointed Mapi Mahlangu as its new Editor-in-Chief.
‘You hate black women’: EFF’s Naledi Chirwa defends Miss SA finalist Chidimma Adetshina, calls Gayton McKenzie a bigot
Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina, a Miss SA top 11 contestant has been subjected to xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks on social media.
Nwabisa Makunga appointed as SANEF Chairperson
GCIS applauds Nwabisa Makunga’s leadership in SANEF appointment.