Rebel Rugby League R360 Signs Four Top Springboks for 2026 Launch

image: Planet Rugby by Lwandiso Simanga  A bold new rugby competition, R360, has reportedly secured the signatures of four of South Africa’s most prominent Springboks, signalling a major step toward its planned September 2026 debut. Fronted by former England centre Mike Tindall, Bath executive Stuart Hooper, Wasserman’s Mark Spoors, and ex-LIV Golf lawyer John Loffhagen,…

SAFDA Warns of Severe Impact from US Tariff Hike on Sugar Cane Industry

image: The Sugar Associated by Kelebogile Matlou The South African Farmers Development Agency (SAFDA) has warned that the US-imposed 30% tariff hike on South Africa’s imports will have a devastating effect on the agricultural sector, particularly the sugar cane industry in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). Speaking during the province’s Post Budget Speech Consultative Engagement, SAFDA Chairperson Dr….

Ouaddou confident of keeping Orlando Pirates Starlet Mofokeng

image: Soccer Zone by Lwandiso Simanga  Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has voiced his confidence in the club’s ability to retain rising star Relebohile Mofokeng, despite the unpredictability of the transfer market. Mofokeng, one of South Africa’s most exciting young talents, has been the subject of transfer speculation following a string of impressive performances. However,…

Behind the Scenes: Orlando Pirates Doc uncovers Saleng drama

by Lwandiso Simanga A recent documentary on the Orlando Pirates has unveiled behind-the-scenes tension surrounding star player Monnapule Saleng, raising questions about his commitment during a key moment in the season. Head coach José Riveiro candidly recalled a puzzling episode with Saleng, stating that the winger, usually full of energy and commitment, appeared withdrawn and…

DA slams R2 Billion Mpumalanga Market Delay over lack of suppliers

image:  MPU-Market-Facebook-MPU-Provincial-Legislature by Kelebogile Matlou The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Mpumalanga has voiced strong concerns over the prolonged delay and ballooning costs associated with the province’s International Fresh Produce Market. Despite over R2 billion being spent on the facility’s construction, the market remains unopened and unused years after the project began. Premier Mandla Ndlovu had…