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Public viewing sites announced for Bafana Bafana matches in the Western Cape
2+ hour, 4+ min ago (251+ words) This initiative aims to foster community spirit while offering a safe, family-friendly environment for all to enjoy the exhilarating display of national pride that football brings. In a collaborative effort, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) has joined…...
From kickoff to the Final: The staggering cost of following a team at the 2026 World Cup
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (595+ words) For football fans dreaming of following their national team all the way to World Cup glory, the 2026 tournament could come with a hefty price tag. New research by Ace Odds has revealed that travelling to every match from the group…...
Three countries, one World Cup: Which destination is your perfect match?
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (922+ words) The wait is finally over. The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off tonight, bringing together 48 nations, millions of fans and three host countries for football's biggest tournament ever. From the vibrant streets of Mexico City to the mountain-framed skyline of Vancouver…...
Big screens, bigger atmosphere: Where to watch the World Cup kick-off
4+ day, 1+ hour ago (738+ words) As the FIFA World Cup returns and South Africa takes its place on football's biggest stage once again, fans across the country are preparing for an unforgettable opening night. Whether you're looking for a lively fan park atmosphere, a rooftop…...
How the 2010 FIFA World Cup changed South African tourism forever
6+ day, 2+ hour ago (282+ words) As football fans around the world prepare for another FIFA World Cup, South Africa's moment on the global sporting stage remains one of the most significant chapters in the country's tourism history, writes Miriam Kimvangu. First game of the 2010 FIFA…...
Four South African beaches named among the world's best for 2026
6+ day, 19+ hour ago (502+ words) As the world marks World Oceans Day, four South African beaches have earned recognition among the globe's most celebrated coastal destinations. The 2026 edition of Corona's annual Beach 100 list includes Kraalbaai in Langebaan, Camps Bay in Cape Town, Boulders Beach in…...
Bali issues strict visa warning to influencers and digital nomads
3+ week, 3+ day ago (312+ words) Travellers heading to Bali for more than beaches and sunsets may want to double-check their visa status before boarding a flight. According to perthnow, Indonesian immigration authorities have issued a fresh warning to tourists, influencers and remote workers visiting the…...
South Africa urged to join global coalition to phase out fossil fuels
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (431+ words) South Africa is being encouraged to step into a growing international effort to phase out fossil fuels, after missing a key climate meeting in Colombia this week. The call comes from WWF South Africa, following the country's absence from the…...
Blue Train ranks among the world's most eye-catching rail journeys
2+ mon, 17+ hour ago (729+ words) There are some journeys that are really about getting somewhere. Then there are journeys like the Blue Train, where the travelling is the point. Source: Great Rail Journeys According to Good Things Guy, South Africa's Blue Train has earned a…...
Foreign nationals SA visas: Deadline hits as concessions end
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (599+ words) For thousands of people living, working, and raising families in South Africa, today doesn't feel ordinary. It feels like a countdown. After years of waiting, extensions, and hope, the clock has finally run out on a temporary lifeline that kept…...