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Radio presenter Gareth Cliff is once again at the centre of a social media storm after making controversial comments about Johannesburg’s inner city. Some South Africans say he is unfairly attacking the city, while others agree it needs urgent attention. Trump was right. Looks like a shithole. A once great city that looks like absolute hell. Amandla! Gareth Cliff (@GarethCliff) July 27, 2026 The outspoken broadcaster reacted to footage filmed during the 702 Walk the Talk event on 26 July, where participants travelled between Ellis Park and Park Station by train. The video offered a sweeping look at parts of Johannesburg’s CBD, highlighting neglected buildings, graffiti and ageing infrastructure. Cliff reposted the clip with a caption that immediately ignited debate. “Trump was right. Looks like a sh*&hole. A once great city that looks like absolute hell. Amandla!” Johannesburg becomes the talking point. His reference to United States President Donald Trump has become the focus of the conversation. Trump has repeatedly criticised South Africa and the African continent in recent years, making controversial claims about the country that have divided opinion across the globe. Cliff’s comments left social media users split. Some felt he was saying what many residents privately acknowledge about Johannesburg’s deteriorating CBD, while others accused him of reinforcing damaging international narratives about South Africa. Netizens questioned why Cliff continues to live and work in Johannesburg if he believes the city has fallen so far. In contrast, others argue that acknowledging urban decline should not automatically be seen as unpatriotic. The debate has shifted beyond one celebrity’s opinion and become a wider discussion about crime, infrastructure, municipal management and the future of South Africa’s largest city. A familiar role as government critic This is far from the first time Cliff has made headlines for his views on the country. Throughout his broadcasting career, he has frequently criticised government leadership, state institutions and public policy, often encouraging South Africans to demand greater accountability from those in power. Whether discussing service delivery, corruption, electricity challenges or the economy, he has built a reputation as one of the country’s most outspoken media personalities, regularly sparking heated conversations online. Earlier this year, he also defended billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk after the South African-born businessman made international headlines over his growing wealth, arguing that success should not automatically attract criticism. More than a celebrity controversy While Cliff’s latest comments have angered many, they have also reignited an uncomfortable conversation about Johannesburg’s future. For some, the city’s historic skyline still represents opportunity, culture and resilience. For others, the visible decay is a reminder of how much work remains to restore one of Africa’s most iconic urban centres.

Tyla and Kai Cenat have reunited, but this time there were no interviews, livestreams, or awkward flirting. Instead, the pair swapped studio lights for rollercoasters, spending the day together at Disneyland where they embraced their inner children and delighted fans with their playful chemistry. Social media clips showed the Grammy winner and the American streaming sensation enjoying several rides, laughing through the park and taking selfies with fans. Their outing quickly became one of the weekend’s most talked-about celebrity moments, with supporters celebrating the duo’s genuine friendship. ‘We friends though’ – Tyla View this post on Instagram A post shared by No Jumper (@nojumper) The pair already share a memorable history. Last year, Kai invited Tyla onto his hugely popular livestream where he interviewed the South African superstar before jokingly asking her out. Tyla instantly shut down any romance rumours with the now iconic response, “We friends though,” a line that quickly became a viral catchphrase across social media. Their reunion comes shortly after Kai returned to streaming following a break to focus on his mental health. The content creator told fans he needed time away from the internet to recharge before making his comeback in front of millions of viewers. For the Grammy-award-winning singer, the fun-filled outing comes during one of the busiest moments of her career. Her sophomore album APOP, released on Friday, has enjoyed an impressive start on streaming platforms. The album generated more than 4.82 million Spotify streams during its first full day while dominating Apple Music South Africa, where it claimed the number one album position and filled much of the platform’s Top 10 songs chart. Apop tour headed to Mzansi South African fans also received exciting news when Tyla announced she will finally bring her APOP World Tour home. The tour will stop at Green Point Track in Cape Town on 4 January 2027, then head to Johannesburg’s Expo Centre at Nasrec on 9 January 2027. Artist presale tickets open on Wednesday, 29 July at 10am, while general ticket sales begin on Friday, 31 July at 10am. The South African dates form part of an ambitious global tour that will see the singer perform across several continents following the success of Water and her growing catalogue of international hits.

Whether you’re filling your tank, planning a holiday, or paying off debt, your bank balance may be leaving hints it’s time for a side hustle. You have a million-and-one choices to make money online or in-person, but very few actually pay. These are your options in South Africa. The 6 Side hustles paying real money Every side hustle requires effort, especially those that don’t need any cash to get started. When the barrier to entry is low, there’s plenty of competition. Expect to apply yourself to maintain your income. Self-Publishing Activity Books You can write or illustrate a book. You might think there’s money involved in starting. But if you use services like Canva, you can create a colouring book or activity book and sell it worldwide through services like Amazon KDP. These services print the book whenever someone orders it. They deduct printing and other fees from your book’s price. Some self-publishers report making upwards of R6 000 a month publishing multiple print-on-demand colouring books. Modelling and Acting You don’t need to be South Africa’s next top model to land a gig as a model or actor. There are plenty of options for finding work. Background work, for example, allows you to earn roughly R450 per gig. There’s also the option to become a commercial model and make more per shoot. On-demand Deliveries As a delivery driver, your passengers are inanimate, meaning no mess and no low ratings. If you do last-mile deliveries through a service like Picup, you can use your car or bakkie, fill it with parcels and earn whenever you’re available. Many last-mile delivery drivers who work for companies like Makro and Dischem work on weekends. After deducting fuel and car maintenance costs, you could earn an additional R2 000 a month for a few days of work, especially during peak periods like month-end. Bargain Hunting and Reselling Why not become the connection between your colleagues and friends and cheaper products? Find out what they’re looking for and offer to help them purchase the product at a discounted rate. Once they know you have connections, they will ask you to help. Then add a finder’s fee to your purchase. You won’t make millions, but could make a few extra thousand a month. Online Course Creation There are people, albeit not as many as there once were, who purchase online courses. Offer your expertise in a skill others want; create a presentation and accompany it with a voice-over to sell through a service like Udemy. Promote your expertise through TikTok and link to the course. You can make more than R1 000 a month, passively. Quality Assurance and Artificial Intelligence Training With unlimited Wi-Fi or data and an ability to follow instructions, you can work part-time in quality assurance (QA) through a service like test.io. Rather than earning pennies playing online games, these QA jobs pay per gig or per bug you identify. The amounts are meagre, roughly R32 per bug, but it’s work you can do in your spare time. You could also pivot to training artificial intelligence. The pay is more competitive if you have expertise in a field Large Language Models (LLMs) want to refine.

Zimbabwean Premier Soccer League side FC Platinum have appointed experienced South African coach Thabo Senong as their new head coach following the departure of Joel Luphahla, the club confirmed on Tuesday. Senong’s appointment is subject to the completion of contractual and registration formalities, marking a new chapter for the Zvishavane-based club as they look to revive their campaign. The former South Africa Under-20 and senior national team assistant coach arrives in Zimbabwe months after he was strongly linked with another Zimbabwean powerhouse, Highlanders FC. Before the start of the 2026 season, Senong was widely tipped to take over at the Bulawayo giants. However, Highlanders ultimately opted to appoint Zimbabwe football legend Benjani Mwaruwari instead, leaving the South African tactician without a role in the country. Thabo Senong replaces Joel Luphahla In a statement released on Tuesday, FC Platinum announced that they had mutually agreed to part ways with Luphahla and members of his technical team. The club thanked the outgoing coach for his service and wished him success in his future career. “FC Platinum has mutually parted ways with Head Coach Joel Luphahla and members of his technical staff,” the club said. “We would like to express our gratitude to Coach Luphahla and his team for their dedication, hard work and contributions to the Club, and we wish them continued success in their future endeavours.” Interim coaches to take charge FC Platinum also confirmed that Senong will officially assume his duties once all contractual and registration processes have been completed. Until then, coaches Moses Mwafulira and Alexio Sigion will oversee training sessions and preparations for the team. The club welcomed Senong, expressing confidence that his arrival will usher in a successful new era. “We extend a warm welcome to Coach Senong as he joins the FC Platinum family, and we look forward to an exciting new chapter under his leadership,” the statement added.

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