DA begins coalition talks after Local Government Elections, up to 160 councils could need co-governing
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DA Begins Coalition Talks After Local Elections, Up to 160 Councils Could Need Co-Governing
The DA begins coalition outreach after South Africa’s 2026 local elections, setting strict conditions while projecting major gains and retaining key metros.
See the Local Government Elections results for the Land Party
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Ntsiki Mazwai Dragged Online After IEC Data Shows Land Party’s Brutal Election Flop
Ntsiki Mazwai went from being one of South Africa's most outspoken political critics to becoming the subject of Mzansi's most brutal election memes overnight.
Durban High Court orders Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla July 2021 unrest trial to proceed
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Durban High Court Orders Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla July 2021 Unrest Trial to Proceed
The Durban High Court rejected Zuma-Sambudla’s bid to dismiss charges over July 2021 unrest, ruling the terrorism and public violence case will proceed.
Oscar Mabuyane admits ANC was 'not at optimal best' after 2026 LGE results in Eastern Cape
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Oscar Mabuyane Admits ANC Was 'Not at Optimal Best' After 2026 LGE Results in Eastern Cape
Oscar Mabuyane says the ANC’s 2026 Eastern Cape election setback was driven by a missed provincial conference, ill-discipline and unresolved community issues.
"Well deserved": Passenger and driver team up to win R20k on live Kfm radio quiz, SA moved
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“Well Deserved”: Passenger and Driver Team Up To Win R20k on Live Kfm Radio Quiz, SA Moved
Cape Town Uber driver Gavin was close to quitting over fuel costs before passenger Zahra joined him on Kfm Mornings, winning R20,000 as listeners donated fuel.
Woman with world’s longest nails hasn’t cut them in 27 years after daughter’s death
https://briefly.co.za/people/258140-woman-worlds-longest-nails-cut-27-years-losing-daughter/
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Woman With World's Longest Nails Has Not Cut Them in 27 Years After Shattering Loss
A woman with the world’s longest nails stopped cutting them 27 years ago after her daughter died, turning grief into a tribute that divided Instagram viewers.
Thanda Choir's stunning vocals go viral and spark Black Panther comparisons
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"It's Giving Black Panther": Thanda Choir's Stunning Performance in Video Sparks Praise
A South African finance influencer ranks eight popular credit cards, with Capitec and FNB Aspire topping the list and Discovery Bank Gold drawing debate online.
Cape Town safety tips: Travel creator shares 3 rules every tourist must know
https://briefly.co.za/people/258144-cape-town-safety-tips-travel-creator-shares-3-rules-tourist-know/
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Cape Town safety tips: Travel creator shares 3 rules every tourist must know
A travel creator shares three Cape Town safety tips after a two-month stay, warning tourists about night walks, visible valuables and hiking alone on trails.
Johannesburg twins gifted houses by parents for their 21st birthday in TikTok video
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Johannesburg twins gifted houses by parents for their 21st birthday in TikTok video
A viral TikTok showed Johannesburg twins receiving houses from their parents for their 21st birthday, prompting South Africans to react with envy and disbelief.
Stats SA singles out meat as major driver of food inflation in SA
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Meat Prices Emerge as Biggest Driver of South Africa’s Food Inflation, Stats SA Reports
Stats SA says meat was the biggest driver of South Africa's food inflation from mid-2025 to mid-2026, as headline inflation reached 4.5% in September 2026 overall.
Former Advocate Malesela Teffo's old prison dance video goes viral, Mzansi reacts
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Resurfaced Video of Disbarred Advocate Malesela Teffo Dancing in Prison Gets Mzansi Talking
A viral video shows disbarred advocate Malesela Teffo dancing with inmates at Kgosi Mampuru prison, prompting divided reactions across South Africa online today.
Floyd Shivambu throws shade at the ailing EFF, South Africans question his focus on his former party
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Floyd Shivambu Throws Shade at the Ailing EFF, South Africans Question His Focus on His Former Party
Floyd Shivambu has criticised the EFF's election campaign as its support declined, prompting South Africans to question his focus on his former party.
Watch Limpopo Boy's epic performance at the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final
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Limpopo Boy Stuns Crowd at Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final in Zurich
Limpopo Boy is the name on everyone's lips after footage of his performance at one of the world's most prestigious street dance competitions set social media alight.
MAFS South Africa faces renewed scrutiny following UK show's cancellation
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'Married at First Sight UK' Cancelled After Rape Allegations Against Male Cast Members
Married at First Sight UK has been cancelled after rape allegations involving female cast members, prompting South Africans to question the local version.
See Moonchild Sanelly's response to the backlash surrounding her remarks on illegal immigration
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Moonchild Sanelly Seemingly Apologises for Xenophobia Comments, Then Takes It Back
Moonchild Sanelly has had South Africans doing a double-take after what appeared to be a sincere apology on social media turned out to be anything but.
"Today has been a good day": Lesley Brandt praises Black women and Gen Z after US Mid-term elections
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Lesley Brandt Reacts to US Midterm Election Results, Praises Black Women and Gen Z
Lesley Brandt reacts emotionally to US midterm election results, praising Black women and Gen Z voters as fans worldwide share relief and solidarity online.
My husband cheated during my pregnancy — So I exposed him at our gender reveal
https://briefly.co.za/people/confessions/258182-my-husband-cheated-pregnancy-i-exposed-gender-reveal/
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My Husband Cheated During My Pregnancy — So I Exposed Him at Our Gender Reveal
Pregnant woman discovers her husband’s affair with her sister and turns their gender reveal into an exposure, using black balloons to make the truth undeniable.
"We don't baby them": Australian expat shares surprising observation about South African kids
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“We Don’t Baby Them”: Australian Expat Shares Surprising Observation About South African Kids
Australian mother in South Africa praises parenting that teaches discipline, manners and resilience, as South African expats in Australia cite culture shock.
Thai woman lists 3 things South Africans do that confused her at first
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"Strange At First": Thai Woman Shares 3 South African Habits That Baffled Her When She First Arrived
A Thai woman in South Africa went viral with three local culture shocks: braaiing in any weather, greeting strangers like family and the many meanings of “yoh”.
My daughter's MIL body-shamed her at baby shower — One question silenced her
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My Daughter's Mother-in-Law Body-Shamed Her at Baby Shower — One Question Silenced Her
At her baby shower, a cruel comment about a pregnant woman's weight exposes her mother-in-law's secret access to medical records, triggering a family reckoning.