Tag: South Africa

Digital tourism could open new opportunities for local businesses

Online platforms and artificial intelligence could help smaller tourism businesses reach more visitors as South Africa prepares to mark World Tourism Day on 27 September. The Department of Tourism will host the national World Tourism Day celebration at Legend Golf & Safari Resort in Limpopo under the theme “Growing South Africa’s Tourism Sector in the Digital Era

Burning tyres, blocked roads as Meriting residents demand action

Meriting Phase 2 residents have intensified their calls for basic services, citing years without reliable water and electricity. Residents say unsafe informal connections have put lives at risk, while a second day of protest saw police intervention, arrests and the use of tear gas as the community continued demanding answers from municipal authorities.

Lionel Messi announces international retirement

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, bringing the curtain down on a legendary Argentina career that included the 2022 World Cup and two Copa América titles. The 39-year-old said the decision was painful but came at the “right time” following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.

Thirty years of waiting, a memoir and a trial: conviction in Tupac Shakur killing brings closure

Thirty years after Tupac Shakur’s murder shocked the world, a Las Vegas jury has convicted Duane “Keffe D” Davis — bringing a measure of long-awaited closure to one of hip-hop’s most enduring mysteries.

Only R22 – Zoo Day gives Joburg families a reason to reunite in a fun day out this Saturday

Johannesburg families can enjoy a budget-friendly day out at the Johannesburg Zoo this Saturday, 22 August, with entrance costing just R22 per person as part of JCPZ’s popular R22 on the 22nd anniversary special.

Fuel price relief: Petrol and Diesel drop today