News
South Africans queue outside liquor stores on Day 1 of Level 3 [video]
The lines are jam-packed outside #liquorstores. This is what the first day of #Level3lockdown looks like
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Events
One World: Together At Home – How to watch the biggest online event
Global Citizen's One World #TogetherAtHome 10-hour concert will kick off at 20:00 and you can watch it live right here.
Events
Fenty Social Club: Relive Rihanna’s IG Live house party [video]
Catch everything that went down at Rihanna's Fenty Social Club right here.
Technology
Zoom meetings: How to set up the perfect lighting at home
Maintain a professional look at home with these natural lighting techniques for video conferencing.
News
Mary Oppenheimer donates R1 billion towards SA’s solidarity fund
Let it be clear that Mary Oppenheimer's R1-billion donation is separate from the initial contribution made by her brother, Nicky, last week.
Viral News
April Fools’ Day: This is how the world is spending this year’s prank holiday
This time around, nature pulled one back #AprilFoolsDay
Technology
Take this COVID-19 test to assess your risk of infection
This COVID-19 test, developed by a Nigerian ICT business, is a way to self diagnose and seek coronavirus treatment early.
News
South Africa records first two deaths resulting from COVID-19
The two victims were from the Western Cape. Mkhize is expected to furnish more details in today's media briefing.
News
BREAKING: South Africa is officially in 21-day lockdown
We are effectively in the 21-day lockdown period. Adhere to these rules, and we will claim victory over coronavirus, in as little as three weeks.
News
Watch live: Ramaphosa announces measures to fight coronavirus [video]
You can catch the live stream of Ramaphosa's public service announcement on coronavirus right here.
News
Coronavirus: South Africa to go into nationwide lockdown – Report
It is believed that #CyrilRamaphosa will enforce a nationwide lockdown for 21 days. This is everything we were able to verify, including a voice message from a police intelligence insider.
Travel
Coronavirus South Africa update: Govt bans travellers from these countries
South Africans returning from mid-to-high-risk countries will be subjected to intensified screening and self-isolation #coronavirus
Viral News
Health minister confirms first case of coronavirus in SA
The patient arrived in South Africa on 1 March but only went into self-isolation two days later.
Viral News
Coronavirus daily updates: Here’s the latest news on South Africa
President Ramaphosa confirmed that South Africa has 1 326 cases of COVID-19, a 3.5% increase from Sunday's tally.
Viral News
The Eyes of Darkness: Did Dean Koontz predict Coronavirus in 1981?
Revisit Dean Koontz prophetic 1981 novel about a deadly pathogen that has striking similarities to #Covid19 on #WorldBookDay
Health
Nigeria has reportedly developed its own COVID-19 vaccines
Reports suggest that Nigeria has developed its own COVID-19 vaccines. Here's everything we know.
News
Level 2 lockdown looms over Easter weekend
Here's what Dr Zweli Mkhize said about Level 2 lockdown rumours.
Health
WHO insists on AstraZeneca use despite blood clot, death claims
AstraZeneca has been dealt a huge blow as European countries turn it away following reports of blood clotting and deaths.
News
Karima Brown succumbs to Covid-19: Family releases statement
Karima Brown, a veteran journalist, has passed away. Here's everything we know so far.
News
Khayelitsha nurse becomes first vaccinated person in SA
Azoliswa Gidi-Dyosi is the first person to receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine jab in South Africa.
News
Dr Zweli Mkhize vaccine update: Five important things you need to know
Not all hope is lost in South Africa's vaccine drive, Dr Zweli Mkhize said. Here are five important things you need to know.
News
A Texas lab tested Pfizer vaccine against SA variant – Here are the findings
According to tests conducted by researchers from a Texas lab, the Pfizer vaccine is not effective against the Covid-19 variant spreading in South Africa.
News
Vaccine hesitancy at an all-time high in SA – Here are the facts
South Africa has an uphill battle in restoring faith in its Covid-19 vaccine drive.
News
Covid-19 vaccine: Covishield may not work on South Africa variant
South Africa's only hope is acquiring enough Pfizer or Moderna doses to start the vaccine programme on schedule.
News
Healthcare workers can now register on the EVDS system – Here’s how
Healthcare workers can now register on the EVDS System to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to self-register.
News
Jackson Mthembu: Presidency minister has died
Presidency Minister Jackson Mthembu has passed away after a battle with #Covid19
Local
Iman Rappetti recalls near-death experience with Covid-19
Iman Rappetti has Milpark Hospital's healthcare staff for aiding her in surviving Covid-19.
News
Wentworth Hospital horror: KZN Health vows to take action [video]
The viral video involving Wentworth Hospital was taken out of contet, KZN Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu says.
Viral News
SA runs wild with ‘Bill Gates’ conspiracies [video]
The video clip that's since gone viral claims that #BillGates wants to exterminate 3 billion Africans to balance the world's population.
News
Alert Level 3 remains: Here are the adjustments
Alert Level 3 remains with these new adjustments.