Military veterans honour animals in war

Newly inaugurated Animals in War memorial at the Voortrekker Monument 5 minutes Military and police force veterans as well as animal lovers turned out in their numbers at the inaugural animals in war parade at the Voortrekker Monument in Pretoria to honour the service and suffering of countless animals and birds during the country’s wars…

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Blitzboks finish ninth in Hong Kong Sevens

Blitzboks during training. 1 minute South Africa’s Blitzboks wrapped up a disappointing Hong Kong Sevens campaign, finishing ninth in the prestigious World Rugby Sevens Series event. They failed to reach the Cup quarterfinals for the first time this season but secured a narrow 19-17 win over Kenya in their playoff match.  Despite likely retaining fourth…

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EC school deregistered over refusal to cooperate in rape probe

Students are seen in a classroom as they receive lectures about prevention of sexual violence. 1 minute The Eastern Cape Education Department has deregistered a Matatiele-based school, following the refusal of its management to cooperate in an investigation into the rape of a seven-year-old learner. The incident happened in October last year. Education MEC Fundile Gade…

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Newcastle celebrate end of 70-year trophy drought

Newcastle United victory parade 1 minute Tens of thousands of Newcastle United fans gathered in the city on Saturday to celebrate the club’s first domestic trophy in 70 years, with the streets turning a sea of black and white for the open-top bus parade. About 150 000 people were expected to catch a glimpse of…

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