Obstetric Violence in South Africa: A Crisis Demanding Systemic Change Nearly 60% of women in South Africa experience obstetric violence during childbirth, a shocking statistic revealed in recent research. This isn’t simply about isolated incidents; it’s a systemic crisis within maternal care that demands urgent and comprehensive reform. The findings, presented at the University of … Read more
New Zealand’s T20 Victory: A Sign of Shifting Cricket Dynamics? Devon Conway’s composed 60 and a dominant bowling performance led New Zealand to a 68-run victory over South Africa in the second T20I at Seddon Park, Hamilton, leveling the series 1-1. This win isn’t just about a leveled series; it hints at evolving strategies within … Read more
R145 Million Jackpot Fuels Lottery Frenzy: What You Need to Know South Africa’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpots have surged to a combined R145 million, sparking a wave of anticipation as players prepare for Tuesday’s draw on March 17, 2026. This follows fourteen consecutive draws without a winner, pushing the stakes to levels rivaling the … Read more
Beyond the Headlines: Reimagining Perceptions of Africa The initial reaction to overseas postings in Africa, as shared by individuals recently assigned to Guinea and Ghana, highlights a persistent challenge: the dominance of negative narratives. A quick internet search often yields results focused on disease outbreaks and safety concerns, triggering anxiety among family and friends. This … Read more
Friday the 13th and a R135 Million Jackpot: Is Luck on Your Side? This Friday, March 13th, 2026, South Africa’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws offer a combined jackpot of R135 million. This substantial prize pool is the result of a remarkable thirteenth consecutive rollover, sparking excitement and a touch of superstition among lottery players. … Read more
R63.5 Million Up For Grabs: Decoding South Africa’s Lotto Frenzy South Africa’s national lottery is experiencing a surge in excitement, with a combined payout of R63.5 million on the horizon for Wednesday, March 11, 2026. This substantial sum, encompassing Lotto, Lotto Plus 1, and Lotto Plus 2, comes after a weekend draw that saw no … Read more
South Africa’s Rugby Advantage: A System Built for Success South Africa’s rugby program is experiencing a period of sustained success, and a key factor is the strength of its player development pathways. Dave Wessels, SA Rugby’s General Manager for High-Performance Rugby, recently highlighted the unmatched level of care and professionalism within the nation’s schoolboy system. … Read more
R124 Million and Counting: South Africa’s Lottery Fever Heats Up The South African National Lottery is experiencing a surge in excitement as the PowerBall and PowerBall Plus jackpots climb to a combined R124 million for the draw on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. This substantial prize pool, fueled by twelve consecutive rollovers, is capturing the nation’s … Read more
CHICAGO (AP) — Following a public celebration of his life, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Was honored with a more private memorial service Saturday at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters on the South Side of Chicago. The service, attended by approximately a few hundred family members, allies, and confidants, marked the culmination of a week of … Read more
Lotto and Lotto Plus: Will R59.5 Million Jackpots Tempt Players on March 7th? Saturday’s Lotto and Lotto Plus draws are offering a combined R59.5 million, but the figure could have been higher. A recent R4 million win in the Lotto Plus 1 draw has reset one of the jackpots, impacting the overall prize pool. Jackpot … Read more