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South African Tourism's new campaign: a soaring idea that crashed with netizens

South African Tourism's latest advert, aimed at promoting the country as a tourist destination, has drawn criticism from netizens who feel it misrepresents the nation's true essence.

Travel South Africa
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

From family home to nightclub: landlord's jaw-dropping discovery turns heads

A shocking TikTok story reveals how a Ghanaian homeowner discovered her family residence had turned into a nightclub, prompting outrage and viral reactions.

Travel Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Netizens react to fake Rhode Skin pop-up at Mall of Africa

A controversial Rhode Skin pop-up store at Mall of Africa has been shut down after being exposed as a counterfeit operation, leaving South African shoppers disappointed and concerned about product authenticity.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Fans divided over new 'Scandal' title sequence and cast changes

'Scandal!' has sparked heated online debate after unveiling a new title sequence and cast members. While some viewers criticise the changes as dated and disappointing, others embrace the show's fresh direction.

Entertainment TV Soapies
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Internet fame gone wrong: teens arrested for 'urine hotpot' prank

Two teenagers face arrest after a video of their 'urine terror' prank at a renowned Shanghai hotpot restaurant goes viral.

Lifestyle Food and Restaurants
Bernelee Vollmer|Published

'Good luck to your organisation’s reputation!': Fans react to Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjær Theilvig attending Trump's inauguration

Fans of the prestigious Miss Universe organisation expressed how disappointed they are that the reigning beauty queen was at Trump's inaugartion and claimed that they are contradicting what their values about women empowerment say.

News World
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

'He’s not letting me go!' An unusual love triangle and co-parenting affair

The confession revealed the complex dynamics of their relationship, including the wife'sawareness and an unusual co-parenting arrangement.

Lifestyle Love Sex Relationships
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Inside Nadia Nakai's luxurious Paris getaway as romance rumours swirl

Rapper Nadia Nakai's glamorous Paris getaway is turning heads for more than just her luxury shopping sprees at Louis Vuitton and Balenciaga. As she explores the City of Love, fans are buzzing with speculation about a potential new romance in her life, marking what could be a new chapter after her period of grief.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Virgin Active's 2025 price increase leaves members feeling the burn before the workout

Virgin Active gym members are reeling at the increased monthly membership fees that have been deducted from their bank accounts this month.

Lifestyle Health
Sarene Kloren|Published

WATCH: ‘Where is the shoe, George?’ Woman questions husband about R18,300 Gucci shoes after finding receipt

A woman who found a receipt for a pair of Gucci shoes questioned her husband about its whereabouts.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Fashion
Gerry Cupido|Published

‘Cassper is evil’ - South Africans turn against rapper over cheating scandal

‘When Cassper Nyovest went to the papers and admitted that he was a sex addict and that he hurt his baby mama, he was doing damage control. He knew one day she’ll speak. He’s evil. ’

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Xolile Mtembu|Published