2+ hour, 58+ min ago  (290+ words) Johannesburg’s proposed Clean Air Zone could improve air quality, but the city should first fix failing infrastructure and public transport. Picture: iStock It is comforting in a bizarre way that, while Joburg’s streets are potholed like a World War I…...

3+ hour, 27+ min ago  (373+ words) “In Asian countries, their shops can even run until midnight. So, this wonderful cultural system comes from traditional Chinese culture. That’s why we’d like to bring this Chinese culture rooted in South Africa.” These were the words of the Chong-De…...

1+ hour ago  (515+ words) Farmer and founder of Mothushi Tshegofatso ya Karabo, Lekau Nkoko (58), has transformed what was once an overgrown patch of bush in Sandton into a vibrant food garden that feeds families, creates jobs and promotes healthier living. Located at Innesfree Park,…...

6+ hour, 3+ min ago  (387+ words) Despite winter’s icy mornings, the City of Johannesburg Region A sport and recreation department is proving that healthy living does not take a seasonal break. Close to 70 residents gathered at Rabie Ridge Community Hall on July 11 for the department’s healthy…...

2+ hour, 29+ min ago  (563+ words) Average selling prices for Cape Town’s luxury suburbs such as Constantia Upper and Bishopscourt have spiked to R26m and R30m, respectively, despite a broad market slowdown, says Francois Venter, Seeff’s lead agent for these areas. These price spikes are particularly evident across…...

1+ hour, 32+ min ago  (390+ words) Four Grade 10 learners from Hoërskool Dinamika brought smiles to dozens of underprivileged children during a special Mandela Day outreach at 3C Ministries in Alberton North on July 11. Milah du Preeze, Andia Croukamp, Olivia Ribeiro and Dewald Mans partnered with the Life…...

1+ hour, 45+ min ago  (348+ words) Watching Luther Vandross speak about his relationship with Roberta Flack reminded me of something we rarely discuss about greatness. Luther began as a background singer. Yet Roberta didn’t simply appreciate his talent; she challenged it. She saw more in him…...

2+ hour, 7+ min ago  (313+ words) SEDIBENG.- The state of local sports facilities was a major talking point at the recent Farewell Dinner hosted by Emfuleni Local Municipality Executive Mayor Hassan Mako at the Mayor’s Parlour. However, for those who have watched these venues crumble, the…...

7+ hour, 34+ min ago  (500+ words) Ward 72 councillor Daniel Schay remains dissatisfied with the state of his ward, particularly Northfield Avenue in Glenhazel, after identifying numerous flooded excavations and outstanding reinstatements. Schay, who met with a journalist on July 2 outside a residential area with a flooded…...

5+ hour, 1+ min ago  (450+ words) The Tshwane metro’s #SwitchOnTshwane program recently brought its efforts to the Westford Informal Settlement, aiming to supply electricity to about 2 000 households in the area. MMC for Utility Services, Frans Boshielo, said: “Once completed, 2 000 households will be provided with safe, legal,…...