Monday Morning Spice

What to expect from Ramaphosa’s first SONA under GNU, SA troops remain trapped in DRC, Most expensive province to buy food in South Africa, Kanye West and Bianca Censori escorted out of Grammys, and How F1 drivers have spent the winter break so far.
ANC MP’s “Load Shedding Isn’t The End Of The World’ Comment Is Being Ripped Apart

This brazen and ‘illuminating’ remark was made in Afrikaans during the debate last Tuesday to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State Of The Nation Address (SONA).
Wednesday Morning Spice

Tiger Woods unveils new Sun Day Red apparel, Why South Africans are paying more for petrol, 2024 Budget predictions, and Is Discovery Vitality worth it?
Keep An Eye Out For The Two Gripen Jets Joining The SONA Fly-By This Afternoon

Adding some gravitas to this afternoon’s SONA spectacular will be two Gripen fighters from 2 Squadron, the premier fighter squadron of the SAAF
Friday Morning Spice

Ramaphosa looks for electricity czar, Lindsay Lohan’s Pepsi commercial has viewers horrified, 26 Mega projects for SA, Experts slate Kardashian’s vagina gummies, EFF gets the jackboot, 12 Ways to meditate without meditating, Death Toll in Turkey reaches 22 000, SA fishers protest against oil drilling, Hollywood pimp sentenced to prison and new study suggest vaping is bad for your immune system.
Thursday Morning Spice

Enough cocaine to supply NZ for 30 years found in ocean, Comic Con comes to Cape Town in April, Teen could face firing squad in Bali, Death toll in Turkey-Syria earthquake tops 12 000, Lost letters of an imprisoned queen decrypted after 400 years, Putin linked to down passenger plane, The countries expats with kids love, 9 Best-selling sex toys for Valentine’s, Harry and Meghan backtracks, 3.75kg Tubs of Hellmann’s Mayo spotted in Cape Town, SONA road closures and Ramaphosa urged to get real & Massive Zoom lay-offs.
Your Standard EFF Versus Police Pre-SONA Violence [Videos]

If the EFF isn’t involved in violent clashes with law enforcement, is it even a SONA?
Take A Guess How Much SONA Costs This Year

One of the minor joys of SONA 2021 was that the whole charade only cost R100 000 because it was held virtually. This year, that budget has been blown out of the water.
Cape Town Traffic Alert: All The SONA Road Closures

On Thursday evening, President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA). Road closures are already in place in parts of the CBD.
‘Tough Times Ahead’ – Daily Maverick Breaks Down SONA 2021

When fynbos is used to inspire hope that better days are to come, you know there’s a great deal of clutching at straws going on.
WATCH LIVE: President Ramaphosa’s SONA 2021 Address [Video]

Tonight, at 7PM, President Ramaphosa will deliver his state of the nation address.
North West ‘State Of The Province’ Address Sees Punches Thrown [Video]

Apparently, any political address that contains the words ‘state of the’ is deemed to end in farcical, often violent scenes.
“By The Scrotum” – SONA Debate Descends Into Farce [Videos]

South Africa’s MPs gathered in Parliament once more, ostensibly to debate President Ramaphosa’s SONA speech. Yeah – that didn’t happen.
Obviously The EFF Walked Out Of SONA 2020 [Videos]

SONA 2020 – same as the other SONAs. If you want to see the farce play out blow by blow, we’re here to help.
SONA 2020 Highlights [And Daily Maverick’s Simple Infographic]

If you missed President Ramaphosa’s 2020 State of the Nation address, we’ve got you covered.
Look Out For These SONA Road Closures Today

Those jets that flew over the Cape Town CBD yesterday, and the rolling out of the red carpet outside of Parliament, signal that the country’s bigwigs are in town.
Very Awkward SONA Red Carpet Interview With Pieter Groenewald About Steve Hofmeyr Tweet [Video]

In amongst the politicians desperately seeking attention during their Red Carpet strut, Freedom Front Plus leader Pieter Groenewald wasn’t in the mood for niceties.
What To Look Out For In Ramaphosa’s SONA Speech Today (Plus Road Closures And Video Stream)

Today, at around 7PM, President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver his SONA address. There are some key talking points to be addressed.
SONA Debate: Maimane Tears Into Ramaphosa And Ndlozi Calls Air-Conditioning Racist [Videos]

During yesterday’s SONA debate, Mmusi did his best to take down any lingering Ramaphoria, whilst EFF spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi went after the air-con.
SONA Highlights And Full Transcript

SONA has come and gone, and the most incredible part of the whole thing is that it was all rather drama-free. That means we can focus on what was said.
WATCH LIVE: Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2019 SONA Address [Video]

Awful traffic in and around the City Bowl, jets flying low overhead, and fat cat politicians eating and drinking at some of Cape Town’s finest bars and restaurants. SONA is here.
SONA 2019 – Road Closures And Alternative Routes For Tomorrow And Thursday

As the State of the Nation fast approaches, it’s time to start planning alternative routes in and out of town. Here’s everything you need to know.
Land, BEE, Cabinet Reshuffle And More – Important Quotes From Ramaphosa’s SONA Debate Speech [Video]

The president spent more than an hour responding to the SONA debate yesterday, and he didn’t shy away from the burning questions. He even mentioned Marikana.
WATCH LIVE: Cyril Ramaphosa Responds To SONA Debate In Parliament [Video]

We’ve heard from opposition members, and now it’s time for Cyril Ramaphosa to outline how he plans to right the ship. Let’s head to Parliament.
WATCH LIVE: The SONA Debate Has Begun [Video]

Parliament is now in session, and opposition parties are taking their opportunity to reply to Cyril’s maiden SONA speech.
All The Cape Town Road Closures For Tonight’s SONA

From Newlands to Cape Town’s CBD, a whole list of roads will be closed on Friday in preparation for tonight’s State of the Nation Address at Parliament.
#ZumaRecallMovies Was The Best Thing On Twitter Yesterday

After yesterday’s political shenanigans, Twitter was quick to react. What resulted was a beautiful Zuma-focused movie title showdown.
Wednesday Morning Spice

JZ ‘agrees to go’. Taiwan earthquake. Des van Rooyen slams WC government. Trump wants shutdown. First Britons were black. Billionaire casino boss resigns. Dele Alli sex tape. Why everyone hates Timberlake. Kylie Jenner baby name.
Step Aside, Trevor Noah: This Video Of The DA’s Chief Whip Punishing The ANC In Parliament Is The Funniest Thing You’ve Seen This Year [Video]

Last week saw the SONA debate dominate the headlines, with DA Chief Whip John Steenhuisen delivering a stringing attack on the ANC.
WATCH LIVE NOW: Zuma Is Speaking At The SONA Debate

It’s time for JZ to face the music, the president taking the mic after two days of political mudslinging inside Parliament. This could get messy.