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South African State Entities Perfect the Art of Online Invisibility
South African public entities intentionally obscure vital information online, employing outdated content and poor SEO practices that frustrate citizens seeking.
Read MoreSouth Africa’s Police Force Has 722 Generals, Zero Working Cars
Parliament reveals South Africa’s police leadership costs R3.6 billion annually for 722 generals, despite the force lacking essential working vehicles.
Read MoreGhana Tells Ramaphosa to Address Xenophobia Before Visiting
Ghana has put President Ramaphosa’s state visit on hold, demanding South Africa address its xenophobia problem before diplomatic niceties can proceed.
Read MoreSouth Africa’s Minor Officials Still Demand ‘do You Know Who I Am?’
The inflated importance of minor officials collapses when their audience refuses to play along, revealing the fragile nature of unearned swagger.
Read MoreEpstein Files Exhibit The Absurdity of Pop Culture
Explore how the Epstein files are presented as a ‘memorial reading room,’ highlighting the absurd commodification of serious issues in modern pop culture.
Read MoreThe Corporate Nonsense Survival Guide: 9 South African Workplace Red Flags
A satire-with-a-point guide to spotting workplace red flags and protecting your career from corporate theatre.
Read MoreTreasury Official Absent for Six Months After Automating Job With OpenClaw
PRETORIA — A government department has launched an internal investigation after it emerged that a recently hired official allegedly automated most of his daily responsibilities using OpenClaw, stopped coming into the office after a few weeks, and then remained on payroll for six months without anyone formally noticing he was no longer physically present. According…
Read MoreHome Affairs Launches Premium Queue Standing Unit
PRETORIA — The Department of Home Affairs has announced the launch of a new Premium Queue Standing Unit, a specialised administrative division tasked with helping South Africans stand in the correct line for long enough to eventually be told they are missing one photocopy. Officials described the initiative as a major service delivery breakthrough and…
Read MoreZwai Bala – The Musical Pioneer Who Helped Shape South Africa’s Sound
Mzwandile “Zwai” Bala is a name synonymous with South African musical innovation, having played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s sonic landscape. As a founding member of TKZee, he helped revolutionise Kwaito music, blending its infectious beats with hip-hop influences to create some of the most recognisable anthems of the late ‘90s. Beyond Kwaito,…
Read MoreIs This the Worst Own Goal Ever? Watch and Decide
Own goals happen. A mistimed clearance, a miscommunication with the keeper, or just plain bad luck—it’s all part of football. But every now and then, a player delivers an absolute howler that leaves fans, teammates, and even opponents in stunned silence. Enter Fankaty Dabo, currently on loan at Vitesse from Chelsea. Under pressure in his…
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Mamparras Spend R7.7 Billion From 25th to the 31st of December 2024
The land of sun, braais, and world-class financial irresponsibility. The month when people who spent the whole year complaining about Eskom, food prices, and petrol suddenly transform into millionaires—with only one investment strategy: alcohol. Between December 25 and 31, 2024, South Africans collectively dropped a staggering R7.7 billion on booze. And if you zoom out…
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Why Do Liberals Think Trump Supporters Are Mamparas?
This isn’t about tax policies or debates over health care. This is about the wild, head-scratching stuff you’ve chosen to stand by while wearing that MAGA hat like it’s a crown. We’re talking fraud, lies, corruption, and a level of pettiness that would make a high school drama queen blush. Buckle up, because we’re breaking…
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Indepth Look at the Online Thrill to Grill Casino Game
Listen, if you’ve ever wanted to spin some reels while pretending to be a braai master, then Thrill to Grill is the game for you. Created by NetEnt (a subsidiary of Evolution Gaming), this online slot promises a tropical paradise, sizzling barbecue action, and big wins. This game is less MasterChef and more Mamparraland with…
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Artist Discovers 2000yo Roman Bust at Texas Goodwill for $34
A Roman bust dating back to the first century and missing for decades has resurfaced, now displayed at the San Antonio Museum of Art. Its journey back to prominence began in 2018 when artist Laura Young stumbled upon it at a Goodwill store in Austin, Texas, priced at just $34.99. While browsing, Young noticed the…
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Nobuntu (Mamparra-nobs) Mkhize Disrupts FlySafair Flight – Gets Arrested
It’s official, Nobuntu Mkhize has secured the “Mamparra Award” (Thanks TimesLive but we beat you to the punch.) So the mid-air debacle that turned a routine FlySafair flight into a social media shitstorm mamparra. From self-declaring as an “ANC b*%#” to her Coke-can tossing and vitriol remarks, nobs managed to turn Boxing Day into a…
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Oscar Pistorius Walks Free, But Where is Reeva’s Justice?
Let’s not sugarcoat this, Oscar Pistorius is a convicted murderer. He shot and killed Reeva Steenkamp someone he claimed to love on Valentine’s Day in 2013. Now, after serving just over half of his sentence, he’s out on parole, strolling around South Africa and making headlines for finding a new girlfriend. Meanwhile, Reeva’s voice remains…
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