satire
Fans Of Satirical Comedy Should Look Out For ‘The White Lotus’ [Trailer]
08 Jun 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
HBO’s new limited series is set in a tropical resort, and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week as things quickly derail.
Even Surfers Should See The Humour In This Beach Protest Piss-Take
07 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Earlier in the week, many surfers protested about the beaches remaining closed on alert level 4. Cue the jokes and piss-takes.
Ben Trovato Believes “Whiteys” Should Provoke Cops Until They’re Beaten
17 Apr 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Satirical writer Ben Trovato isn’t all that impressed with the amount of snitching during lockdown. He also thinks some “whiteys” should step up to the plate.
Zapiro’s New Book Tells The Story Behind “The Most Controversial Cartoon In SA History”
15 Aug 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
When Jonathan Shapiro penned ‘the Rape of Lady Justice’ back in 2008, he couldn’t have known just how much controversy was about to ensue.
Is Elon Musk Starting His Own Satirical News Site?
14 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Love ‘The Onion’? So does Elon Musk. But, after efforts to acquire the satirical news site failed, he might be trying to create something of his own.
Everyone Should Watch The Nando’s / ZANEWS ‘Guardians Of The ANC’ And ‘Game Of Cronies’ Videos
30 Jun 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Let’s take a quick break from being enraged at the mess that is the ANC to laugh at them. If political satire is your thing, you should enjoy these.
You Saw The Brilliant ‘Theresa May And The Holy Grail’ Satire Video, Right?
28 Jun 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Theresa May will probably never make an appearance in a movie by choice, but this genius video gives her the role of a life time. Bravo!
This Guy Is Basically The Zapiro Of Britain – Some Of His Best Cartoons Here
05 Apr 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
I’m not sure if there’s ever been a better time to be a political satirist, so I guess it’s a case of making hay while the sun shines. Let’s meet Gerald Scarfe.
Following Brexit, Cape Town Begins Plans To Leave South Africa
24 Jun 2016 by Sloane Hunter / 15 Comments
The Brexit decision sure has had its influence the world over – and now some peeps in Cape Town are trying to follow suit here at home.
The Vatican Is Very Upset About Charlie Hebdo’s Latest Cover [Image]
08 Jan 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Instead of aiming for a specific religious doctrine, this time around Charlie Hebdo went for the big cat, God.
Here’s Charlie Hebdo’s Cover In Response To The Paris Attacks [Image]
18 Nov 2015 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The anticipated front cover of Charlie Hebdo hit shelves today and it stood up for every French person, sharing the sentiment of resilience.
This Is What You Need To Know About That Viral Tweet Of The Eiffel Tower
17 Nov 2015 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Read a powerful letter on the influence of social media and how at once it can be powerful, yet useless.
Uproar As Sea Point’s Beloved Ox Wagon Jungle Gym Set To Be Demolished #oxwagonmustfall
07 Oct 2015 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
As UCT students plan their attack, local residents set up a counter group to avoid any messy situations in an attempt to keep things clean.
The Reason Why That Charlie Hebdo ‘Drowned Syrian Boy’ Cartoon Isn’t Tasteless At All
16 Sep 2015 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
And this is why Charlie Hebdo’s cartoon didn’t take it too far and actually nailed satire on the head: because you’re thinking about it, people.
Zapiro’s Take On Xenophobia And The King
20 Apr 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Zapiro, the guy who pens the pictures that speak a thousand words. His latest cartoon regarding that Zulu king seems to hit the nail on the head.
People Can’t Stop Talking About These Zimbabwean Comedians [Video]
09 Apr 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine. It’s healthy to be able to laugh at serious things. And wouldn’t you rather be laughing than sitting like a grumpy grouch in your rocking chair?
Facebook Has New Rules For What You Can And Can’t Post – Here Are Some Examples
17 Mar 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Facebook have come out and clarified a few nagging issues regarding what is acceptable to post on the social media site. You can, of course, get a little creative and bend some rules.
Charlie Hebdo Features Prophet Mohammed Cartoon On Latest Cover
13 Jan 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
They wouldn’t, would they? Charlie Hebdo’s latest issue hits the stands and they are certainly making a point with this one.
Cartoonists Around The World Draw For Paris Massacre Victims
08 Jan 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
Artists around the world have fought back with their pens and pencils in riposte to the Charlie Hebdo attack.
This Proves That Thuli Madonsela Is Actually A Spy
11 Sep 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Mail & Guardian have performed a tongue-in-cheek investigation that undoubtedly proves that public protector Thuli Madonsela is, in fact, a spy
Kim Jong Un Is Trying To Get This Video Removed From The Internet (It’s Hilarious)
22 Jul 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Why is it that the worlds dictators provide us with so much material to create comedy, and then are not amused by it when we do? Fierce dictators just don’t appreciate talent these days.
Zapiro’s New Pistorius Cartoon Is Off The Charts [Image]
03 Jul 2014 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
Trust Zapiro to keep things interesting and tell it like it is! Think this is really what Oscar’s observation was like? The main image is clever… but
Local Estate Agency Releases Ad Featuring Agents In EFF Uniform [Hilarious]
19 Jun 2014 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
The advert for property company Vineyards Estates pokes a little bit of fun at Julius Malema’s Economic Freedom Front party, and they’ve seen the ad, and have responded.
Belgian Newspaper Slammed For Shocking Obama Ape Picture [IMAGE]
25 Mar 2014 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
Belgian newspaper, De Morgen is being slammed for a picture that appeared in their satirical section portraying President Obama and his wife with ape features. Many of its readers are saying that the newspaper went too far, and it’s more of a racist slur than an attempt at satire.
Jennifer Lawrence Parodies Toronto Mayor Rob Ford [VIDEO]
29 Nov 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Some of Hollywood’s biggest names gathered together on ‘The Late Show With David Letterman’ on Wednesday night, and collectively took the piss out of disgraced ex-mayor Rob Ford.
WATCH: FOBLO Bulletin Episode 5 Has Dropped [N5FW VIDEO]
27 Jun 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
You’re on the home stretch to your lunch break, and the fifth episode of Oliver Hermanus’ FOBLO (“fear of being left out”) Bulletin has dropped. This week features a brief interview with Steve Hofmeyr, who earlier this week (again) claimed that white people in South Africa are the victims of genocide. For real. FOBLO Bulletin […]
WATCH: FOBLO Bulletin Episode 4 Has Dropped [N5FW VIDEO]
20 Jun 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Welcome to Friday! The fourth episode of Oliver Hermanus’ FOBLO (“fear of being left out”) Bulletin has dropped. We were particularly fond of the #socialtruths segment of the show, so keep a sharp eye out for those. FOBLO Bulletin presenter, Anne Hirsch co-hosts the Rhys Woods show on 2oceasnvibe Radio. If you missed last week’s bulletin, […]
The Brothers Streep On The Protection of Information Bill [VIDEO]
24 Nov 2011 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The Brothers Streep were recently seen on Idols, where they poked a bit of fun at some of the show’s more controversial moments and characters. And before that they performed live for Anna Paquin on the Graham Norton show. This time they tackle the ANC’s steamrolling of the Protection of Information Bill in parliament this week. Check out “The Secrecy Bill” after the jump.
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