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"I don't think there are inconsistencies; I just think that referees are reffing very close to the law."

- Jerome Damon, former FIFA referee

Red cards raise eyebrows at FIFA World Cup From Themba Zwane's three match ban to a controversial Messi challenge, ref decisions dominate the World Cup.

From setbacks to success. 🎬

Mandla N Black Brain joined Relebogile Mabotja on The Upside of Failure to reflect on the challenges, lessons and risks that shaped his journey from entrepreneur to media powerhouse.

The Durban-born artist NANETTE joined Relebogile Mabotja to chat about her latest single Baggage, the inspiration behind her upcoming Painfully Happy (Deluxe) project, and her journey as one of South Africa’s most exciting rising R&B stars. She also treated us to a special live performance that left us wanting more.

"Through our own intelligence sources, we get word... we report it to SAPS and between ourselves and SAPS, we decide to deploy the mediators."

- Reinard Geldenhuys, Manager for Emergency Services in the Overberg

How mediation is helping curb xenophobia in the Overberg Community leaders in the Overberg say dialogue and mediation are proving crucial in preventing tensions around foreign nationals from escalating into conflict.

Enforcing immigration laws is not xenophobia, says Herman Mashaba: https://buff.ly/xqOSD8I

(ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba said South Africans are 'gavtol' and support forthcoming protests.)

On the Food Feature, Relebogile Mabotja sat down with Nondwe Ndinisa, founder of Mash’d Up Eatery in Soweto. She shared her entrepreneurial journey, the story behind building a proudly black-owned restaurant brand, and how great food and hospitality continue to bring people together.

Don't miss it! SARS confirms tax filing deadlines for 2026: https://buff.ly/B4rDSSC

(South Africans have just over three months to submit their tax returns once filing season officially opens in July.)

A massive weekend awaits South African rugby fans.

The World Champion Springboks kick off their season against the Barbarians, while the Bulls head to Dublin chasing a first-ever URC title against defending champions Leinster.

Can the Boks make a statement, and can the Bulls finally end their finals heartbreak?

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Springboks face Barbarians as Bulls chase URC title An action-packed rugby weekend lies ahead for South Africa.

"... a good coach can change his mind and relook at the plan..."

- Simphiwe Dludlu, former Banyana Banyana captain

Hugo Broos praised for bold Bafana Bafana changes at FIFA World Cup Bafana Bafana's improved FIFA World Cup display has sparked optimism among South African supporters, with analysts highlighting a major tactical shift and renewed confidence.

The South African Post Office is ALIVE!

(But it needs to modernise if it's to stay that way, warns the Communication Workers Union.)

Post Office must modernise to survive after business rescue, says union The Communication Workers Union welcomed the South African Post Office's recovery but said focus must now turn to modernisation.