South African golfer Dean Burmester will have plenty to celebrate and a significantly heavier bank account after clinching the LIV Golf Chicago title on Sunday, along with the coveted team trophy for the Stingers. Playoff Drama at Chicago Burmester sealed his win in thrilling fashion, prevailing on the first playoff hole against Spanish stars Jon Rahm and Josele Ballester. All three finished regulation play tied at nine-under-par after three rounds. On the deciding hole, Burmester made a birdie three, while Rahm and Ballester could only manage pars. Massive Payday The victory earned Burmester a cool $4 million (around R70.88 million),…
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Emerging Springbok talent Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu insists that personal milestones are far from his mind as the reigning world champions prepare for the Rugby Championship. Instead, the young flyhalf’s focus is simple: win every game possible, knowing that victories bring the Boks closer to more silverware. Speaking at a Powerade sponsorship event on Friday, Feinberg-Mngomezulu said the squad’s mindset for the remainder of the season is all about consistency and results. “The team, we just want to win as many games as possible. The more games we win, the better our chances of winning trophies,” he emphasised. Rugby Championship Challenge Ahead…
The Ford Ranger is one of South Africa’s most popular bakkies, consistently ranking among the top-selling vehicles alongside rivals like the Toyota Hilux and passenger cars such as the VW Polo Vivo and Toyota Corolla Cross. While the Ranger has evolved into a premium offering with high-end variants like the luxurious Platinum and the high-performance Raptor (priced between R1,150,000 and R1,270,000), there are still budget-friendly options available for those seeking a more affordable workhorse or leisure vehicle. The Cheapest Ford Ranger: The XL The most affordable Ford Ranger in South Africa is the XL, starting at R574,000. As expected, the…
South African motorists can look forward to further relief at the pumps as early data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicates a potential decrease in petrol prices for September. However, diesel prices remain under pressure, continuing a trend seen in recent months. Positive Start for Petrol, Diesel Still Struggling According to the CEF’s preliminary figures for the first week of August 2025, petrol prices are showing a slight over-recovery, with reductions of between 5 and 10 cents per litre projected. In contrast, diesel prices remain in negative territory, with an under-recovery of 10 to 12 cents per litre, suggesting…
Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has clarified that Tshegofatso Mabasa is fully fit but was left out of the squad for the Buccaneers’ opening two games this season by tactical choice rather than injury. Mabasa’s Absence Sparks Questions Mabasa, who netted 15 goals in all competitions last term, was absent from both the 2-0 MTN8 quarterfinal victory over Polokwane City and the recent 1-0 home defeat against Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership. Striker Selection Raises Eyebrows The decision to sideline Mabasa has raised questions, especially as another seasoned forward, Evidence Makgopa, has also yet to feature, only making…
Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach Khalil Ben Youssef has admitted that the team faced challenges. They also got a bit lucky in their 2-0 victory against Stellenbosch FC in the Betway Premiership on Sunday. The match took a decisive turn early on when Stellenbosch’s Sivive Mkwali was shown a red card, reducing the visitors to ten men. Chiefs quickly capitalised on the advantage. Nkosingiphile Ngcobo delivered a well-placed free kick to open the scoring. Stellenbosch Threat Despite Numerical Disadvantage Despite being a man down, Steve Barker’s Stellenbosch side pushed hard. They troubled Chiefs and hit the goalframe twice during the opening…
The 2025/26 Betway Premiership season kicked off with a bang as football fans were treated to drama, surprises and standout performances across the country. All 16 top-flight teams were in action over the weekend, producing six victories, two draws and 15 goals in total. Newcomers Make a Strong Statement Two of the league’s fresh arrivals wasted no time in showing they belong among the elite. Siwelele FC made the perfect home debut, brushing aside Golden Arrows 3-1 in front of a lively crowd. Their quick, attacking football proved too much for the visitors, signalling they could be a dangerous side…
Stellenbosch vs Kaizer Chiefs – Kaizer Chiefs made the perfect start to their 2025/26 Betway Premiership campaign on Sunday evening, claiming a composed 2-0 victory over Stellenbosch FC at Athlone Stadium. The result mirrored last season’s opening-day success, reigniting hopes among the Amakhosi faithful that this could be the year the Soweto giants mount a serious title challenge. Early Blow for Stellenbosch The home side’s game plan was dealt a severe setback just 14 minutes in when Siviwe Nkwali was shown a straight red card for a last-man foul on the lively Mduduzi Shabalala, who was through on goal just…
The National Administration Traffic Information System (NATIS) is nearing its fourth year of operation. Yet its online driving license appointment booking service remains confined to just two provinces in South Africa: Gauteng and the Eastern Cape. Seven Provinces Still Without Access This limited rollout leaves seven other provinces without access to online booking via the system. These provinces include the Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Northern Cape, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, and the North West. Interestingly, the North West had previously supported the platform but currently does not have access to it. The eNATIS system provides no explanation for its offline status…
Jaguar Land Rover has officially lifted the veil on the Range Rover Sport SV Carbon – the most premium and expensive Range Rover Sport ever offered in South Africa. With a striking mix of carbon fibre enhancements and top-tier performance specs, this latest flagship redefines luxury in the performance SUV space. Price Tag That Sets a Record The new Range Rover Sport SV Carbon enters the local market with a price starting at R3,822,300, making it R150,800 more expensive than the previous range-topper, the SV Black. This marks a significant milestone in the Sport lineup and cements the SV Carbon…