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South African celebration economy 2026 illustrated with a wedding celebration, event venue and UCT spending research

South African Celebration Economy: R1 Million Weddings Revealed

Thea JacobsOctober 8, 2026

New UCT research reveals South Africans spend over R500 billion annually on celebrations, with some weddings costing as much as R1 million. Discover the impact on families and businesses.

Kokkedoor Klassiek vier Suid-Afrika se Koserfenis Met 20 Nuwe Kokke

Annette HavengaOctober 8, 2026

kykNET se geliefde koswerklikheidsreeks keer terug na sy wortels met Kokkedoor: Klassiek, waarin tien onthoukokke en tien kinkelkokke hul kragte saamspan om tradisionele kos ’n nuwe baadjie te gee. Die reeks van 13 episodes begin op 5 November op kykNET. Die 20 deelnemers bring uiteenlopende lewensverhale, beroepe en kombuis-ervaring saam. Die groep wissel in ouderdom...

Minister Sileku Welcomes Cabinet Approval of 10-Year Driving Licence Validity

Annette HavengaOctober 8, 2026

Minister Sileku welcomes the presentation by the Department of Transport that has presented the 10-year driving licence validity extension to Parliament, showing that the process to implement the change is just two steps away. From 5 to 10 Years Transport Minister Barbara Creecy gazetted a proposal to change the validity period of driving licences in...

World Porridge Championship 2026 illustration showing a bowl of porridge, Scottish flag and Golden Spurtle trophy.

World Porridge Championship 2026: Woman Wins Using Water From Home!

Thea JacobsOctober 8, 2026

World Porridge Championship 2026 has delivered one of the funniest and most unusual international news stories of the week! A Dutch woman has claimed the world’s top porridge-making title in Scotland, and her secret ingredient might surprise you. While most people grab a quick bowl of oats before heading to work, Gina Saarberg took breakfast...

New Car Licence Renewal Tax Could Hit South African Motorists

Hudaa AhmedOctober 8, 2026

South African motorists could face a new charge when renewing their vehicle licence discs as government considers changes to how the financially troubled Road Accident Fund (RAF) collects money. The proposal raises concerns about whether vehicle owners could end up paying more to support a fund already struggling with declining income and growing financial pressure....

Mighty Bucket for One No Sharing Contract – KFC Makes the R79.90 Bucket’s Not Sharing “Official”

Annette HavengaOctober 8, 2026

The KFC bucket has always meant sharing. KFC flipped the script with a product built for one and a tongue-in-cheek contract designed to protect it. Unusually Serious Press Conference to Address KFC has officially unveiled its Mighty Bucket for One No Sharing Contract at a tongue-in-cheek press conference tackling one of South Africa’s most familiar...

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Milkwood Festival Fails to Proceed – Mayor Directs Further Action to Address Failure and Missing Funds

Annette HavengaOctober 8, 2026

Hermanus – Overstrand Executive Mayor Alderman Archie Klaas has directed that consequence management processes be initiated following the failure of the Milkwood Cultural Festival to take place as planned and in accordance with applicable municipal requirements and regulatory processes. The 2025 Milkwood Cultural Festival in Zwelihle was canceled at the last minute after being scheduled...

17 Billion Spam Calls Later: South Africa Moves Ahead With Opt-Out Registry

Hudaa AhmedOctober 7, 2026

South Africans received billions of spam calls in just six months this year. Now, government is moving ahead with a national system designed to give consumers greater control over unwanted direct marketing. Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau is expected to provide further details on South Africa’s National Opt-Out Registry on Wednesday, 7 October....

MASTER STORYTELLER’ JEFFREY ARCHER DIES AGED 86

JEFFREY ARCHER ‘MASTER STORYTELLER’ DIES AGED 86

Annette HavengaOctober 6, 2026

Jeffrey Archer’s death has been announced. It is with great sadness that HarperCollins announces that bestselling author Jeffrey Archer, Lord Archer of Weston-Super-Mare, died suddenly and peacefully at home, aged 86, on 5 October, between writing sessions. His global publisher, HarperCollins, confirmed that the author passed away “suddenly and peacefully at home” on Monday, October...

Saudi-Led Offensive Escalates Yemen War as 100 Jets Target Houthis

Hudaa AhmedOctober 6, 2026

A Saudi-led air campaign involving 100 fighter jets has intensified the war in Yemen, as government forces battle the Houthis for territory near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a major route for global trade. The Saudi-led coalition says its aircraft are supporting forces aligned with Yemen’s internationally recognised government as they push into Houthi-held areas along...

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South African Celebration Economy: R1 Million Weddings Revealed

Kokkedoor Klassiek vier Suid-Afrika se Koserfenis Met 20 Nuwe Kokke

Minister Sileku Welcomes Cabinet Approval of 10-Year Driving Licence Validity

World Porridge Championship 2026: Woman Wins Using Water From Home!

New Car Licence Renewal Tax Could Hit South African Motorists

Mighty Bucket for One No Sharing Contract – KFC Makes the R79.90 Bucket’s Not Sharing “Official”

Milkwood Festival Fails to Proceed – Mayor Directs Further Action to Address Failure and Missing Funds

17 Billion Spam Calls Later: South Africa Moves Ahead With Opt-Out Registry

JEFFREY ARCHER ‘MASTER STORYTELLER’ DIES AGED 86

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