Tuesday & Wednesday Night: 8 Betway Premiership Fixtures
The Betway Premiership is back with a packed midweek programme, featuring eight fixtures across Tuesday and Wednesday night — and all eyes will be on some of South Africa’s biggest clubs. With Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs all in action, football fans are in for two nights of high-stakes league action. Every match gets underway at 19:30 CAT. Tuesday...
METRO FM Launches “The Next Wave” Search for South Africa’s Next Rising Radio Talent
The next voice you hear on the METRO FM Summer Show could be YOURS! METRO FM is searching for THE NEXT WAVE — the next rising talent ready to join the family! #METROFMNextWave Your 60 seconds could change everything. Tell us who you are, why you deserve the spotlight, and why you’re THE NEXT WAVE. Email your video to thenextwave@metrofm.co.za Entries close...
Tsekeleke Makes His Big-Screen Debut After Rising to Fame on TikTok
From viral TikTok videos to the world of film, Tsekeleke is taking another major step in his entertainment journey. The social media personality, who has built a loyal following through his distinctive personality and viral online presence, is now set to appear on the big screen in Crazy Heist — giving fans the opportunity to see him in a completely...
Lamiez Holworthy Hospitalised After Medical Emergency, Fans Urged to Keep Her in Their Prayers
Fans of South African DJ and radio personality Lamiez Holworthy-Morule have been left concerned after the Metro FM presenter was reportedly rushed to hospital following a sudden medical emergency. According to reports published on Monday, 10 August 2026, Lamiez underwent an emergency surgical procedure after being hospitalised. Her management has confirmed that the situation is not life-threatening, although the exact...
Limpopo Musician’s Team Urges Mzansi to Stop Sharing Private Video
A Limpopo musician’s team is appealing to the public to stop circulating a private video involving the artist and a woman after the footage reportedly spread rapidly across social media platforms. The team has called on social media users to respect the privacy of those involved and refrain from downloading, reposting or forwarding the footage. The appeal comes as private...
TS Galaxy Set to Host Mamelodi Sundowns in Betway Premiership Opener
The Betway Premiership returns to action with an intriguing opening encounter as TS Galaxy welcome reigning South African football heavyweights Mamelodi Sundowns to Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday, 11 August. The highly anticipated fixture is scheduled for a 19:30 kick-off, with supporters expecting an entertaining battle under the lights in Mbombela. TS Galaxy vs Mamelodi Sundowns: A Big Opening Test TS Galaxy will...
Deon Fourie Returns to Springbok Squad for Historic All Blacks Series
Veteran utility forward Deon Fourie is back in the Springbok setup, with Rassie Erasmus calling on his experience ahead of South Africa’s blockbuster four-Test series against New Zealand. Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has added veteran forward Deon Fourie to the national squad as South Africa prepares for the highly anticipated Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series against the All Blacks. The 39-year-old, who...
Frik du Preez: The Oldest Living Springbok and a True South African Rugby Icon
Following the passing of former Springbok hooker Piston van Wyk, attention has turned to the surviving legends of South African rugby — and one name stands above the rest. At 90 years old, legendary Springbok Frik du Preez holds the distinction of being the oldest living former Springbok, according to historical records. Born on 28 November 1935, Du Preez remains one...
Da Cruz Defends Petersen After Chiefs’ MTN8 Heartbreak
Kaizer Chiefs coach Fernando Da Cruz has refused to single out goalkeeper Brandon Petersen after Amakhosi suffered a frustrating 1-0 defeat to Golden Arrows in the MTN8 quarter-finals. The result brought an early end to Chiefs’ return to the competition and denied Da Cruz a chance to make a deep cup run in his first season in charge. Da Cruz refuses...
RIP: Former Springbok Hooker Piston van Wyk Dies at 82
South African rugby is mourning the passing of former Springbok hooker Jacobus Frederick Beatrix “Piston” van Wyk, who has died at the age of 82. Van Wyk represented the Springboks 15 times between 1970 and 1976, building a reputation as a powerful scrummager and uncompromising forward during a memorable era of South African rugby. A 15-Test Springbok career Van Wyk’s international career...
