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23/09/2024

The Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Narend Singh is calling on the public to heed weather warnings and stall their travel plans if needs be.

23/09/2024

READ AGAIN: The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure found some of the homes allocated to ministers in a "dreadful state", with one even used to run a taxi business.

The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, recently revealed that several former ministers’ homes were found in a disgusting or derelict state.

23/09/2024

Create outstanding memories this Heritage Month and win a R1000 Spur voucher with Spur Steak Ranches and Jacaranda 94.2 this Celebration Saturday!

Just snap a pic in an outfit showing your heritage and then WhatsApp ‘SPUR’ to 066 050 6830 to upload the pic to enter.

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23/09/2024

Local government officials say they're counting the cost of the damage caused by this weekend's severe snowstorm.

23/09/2024

Researchers have reconstructed the oldest human genomes ever found in South Africa from two people who lived around 10,000 years ago, allowing a better understanding of how the region was populated.

Researchers have reconstructed the oldest human genomes ever found in South Africa from two people who lived around 10,000 years ago, allowing a better understanding of how the region was populated, an author of the study said Sunday.

23/09/2024

Celebrate Takealot's Month of Beauty this September with up to 50% off selected beauty brands like Estee Lauder, The Ordinary, and more.

You could also win an R5,000 Takealot voucher on Jacaranda FM when you share a cringey beauty trend that you've followed in the past.

WhatsApp the first word "Takealot", followed by a voice note about the trend you followed to 084 850 0942.

We could be calling you back during Workzone with Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp

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23/09/2024

How epic is this? 'Deadpool' did not break character even though he was relaxing at the back of a bakkie...

A person shared a video of a person dressed like Deadpool, the American superhero who acts alongside Wolverine.

23/09/2024

All motorists who were trapped on the N3 in heavy snow have been safely escorted off the route.

23/09/2024

Police in Gauteng have arrested a 30-year-old female Namibian drug mule at the OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) on Sunday.

23/09/2024

U.S. Coast Guard released footage of the Titan submersible's tail cone after its fatal implosion in June 2023

The two-week hearing into the catastrophe will feature evidence as to what went wrong and whether physical or design failure contributed to the accident, which garnered worldwide attention.

22/09/2024

A woman died after being stuck overnight in one of scores of vehicles trapped in unusually heavy snowfall in South Africa.

A woman died after being stuck overnight in one of scores of vehicles trapped in unusually heavy snowfall in South Africa with traffic still backed up for around 30 kilometres (19 miles) early Sunday, nearly two days after the first people were stranded, authorities said.

22/09/2024

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admitted that he had gambled by leaving key players at home ahead of South Africa's 29-28 Rugby Championship defeat against Argentina.

What did you think about the game?

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus admitted that he had gambled by leaving key players at home ahead of South Africa's 29-28 Rugby Championship defeat against Argentina at the Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades on Saturday.

22/09/2024

Here are seven important reasons why you need a will.

National Wills Week takes place from 16-20 September 2024. Here are seven reasons why you can't afford to die without a will.

22/09/2024

Acting KZN Premier Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa has urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel amid the adverse weather in KwaZulu-Natal.

22/09/2024

The South African Weather Service says the cold conditions will continue in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.

The South African Weather Service says the cold conditions are expected to continue in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal on Monday.

22/09/2024

Eskom says as things stand, there still is the possibility of no loadshedding through the coming summer months – till 31 March 2025.

Eskom says as things stand, there still is the possibility of no loadshedding through the coming summer months – till 31 March 2025.

22/09/2024

The safest province in South Africa was recently revealed, and you might be shocked to know which one it is.

This province has been named the safest province in South Africa, according to the latest crime statistics, which were shared by the South African Police Service (SAPS) on August 30th.

22/09/2024

Kamala Harris held a star-studded rally hosted by talk show legend Oprah Winfrey on Thursday in a bid to bedazzle voters, as rival Donald Trump criticized Jewish Americans for not voting for him.

Kamala Harris held a star-studded rally hosted by talk show legend Oprah Winfrey on Thursday in a bid to bedazzle voters, as rival Donald Trump criticized Jewish Americans for not voting for him.

22/09/2024

'You get what you pay for'

A husband took to TikTok to share how his wife ordered some Disney socks off Temu for their upcoming trip to Disney and they were left amused...

22/09/2024

Most of the cameras on the list are designated to monitor motorists’ speed on these roads; however, they are placed at traffic stops to record when someone goes through a red light. Here's the full list:

No matter how frustrating they could be, speed cameras are placed across different roads in the country to try and ensure safety on roads.

22/09/2024

"Mommy, I'm Afrikaans..."

This was just another example of how kids can be charismatically honest in more than one aspect.

22/09/2024

The most expensive suburb in South Africa is exactly where you think it is...

There are certain areas in South Africa where you know the homeowners are a different kind of rich, like Sandhurst, Hyde Park, or Millionaire's Mile.

22/09/2024

If you find yourself looking at these items on the menu, you might want to reconsider...

Have you ever found yourself sitting in a restaurant, looking at the menu, and having no idea what to order? We've all been there, and at the end of the day, you might just end up ordering the same thing you always do because you know you enjoy it and it won't be a waste of money.

22/09/2024

McCafé Monday Motivation is now about finding the sweet spot, thanks to brand new McPops, the bite-sized delights bursting with Hazelnut Chocolate Cream, guaranteed to help you find that sweet spot.

Tell us about your sweet spot and you could win up to R1 500, thanks to McDonald's.ZA McCafé.

Comment below with your answer, then listen to The Workzone with Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp to find out if you are a winner.

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22/09/2024

It's almost time for the school holidays (if they haven't already begun for you), and we have some fun places to visit in Gauteng.

We take a look at three kid-friendly places to visit in Gauteng with the children this school holiday.