run

The vortex of complaint

It’s not often you can generalise about a nation, particularly South Africa, but it's probably true to say that South Africans in general have at least one common quality. We like to complain, writes Tim Cohen.

Safa and PSL aboard for 2010

South Africa’s major football bodies have signed an agreement with the Local Organising Committee of the 2010 World Cup to facilitate the sharing of skills and knowledge for the benefit of the local game

‘Unprecedented’ interest in Africa news

There is currently unprecedented interest in news from Africa, especially from investors who watch for both good news and bad, Reuters Africa editor Barry Moody told delegates at the International Media Forum South Africa.

All-day news for SA viewers

The South African news landscape is set to change in June with the launch of Africa’s first 24-hour news channel.

Kimberley goes for gold

The town of Kimberley, a centre of the world’s diamond industry located in the Northern Cape, is set for major expansion with the announcement of a new gold jewellery factory to be developed at a cost of R100-million.

Phindi Kema, stud farmer

At just 36 years of age, the Eastern Cape's inimitable Phindi Kema is the first and only black person to breed thoroughbred horses commercially in South Africa. To top it off, she also grows lucerne and runs a citrus farm, a small dairy and a popular adventure camp.

The Big Seven and more at Addo

Whether you want to experience the sights and sounds of the bush from an upmarket lodge, safari tent or a host of other affordable accommodation facilities, the world-renowned Addo Elephant National Park - home to five biomes and the Big Seven - has it all.

Amputee Oscar wins landmark case

Oscar Pistorius' dream is alive again after the Court for Arbitration in Sport ruled that his prosthetics do not give him any advantage over able-bodied runners, thus paving the way for him to compete in the Olympics.

SuperSport crowned PSL champs

A drama-filled final day of the season ended with SuperSport United losing to Bloemfontein Celtic, but still claiming South Africa's Premier Soccer League title ahead of Ajax Cape Town, who failed to get the win they needed over Lamontville Golden Arrows.

SA shines at World Travel Awards

South Africa scooped a range of top awards at the recent World Travel Awards Africa ceremony, proving once again that it is the top travel destination on the continent.