Novice Runner of the Year

21-year-old Akhil Chaddy, a young athlete who’s already making his mark in the world of road running. Recently awarded Novice Runner of the Year at the KZN Runner Awards, Akhil is part of a growing wave of runners proving just how powerful the sport can be.

Purple T. rex lands in some serious trouble

Here’s a story that sounds too strange to be true. A person dressed as a giant purple T. rex has been caught on camera illegally dumping in a street in the UK. 

Drive By Counsel - Neighbour issues

"It was my neighbour’s son’s 21st birthday over the weekend, and they had a party that went on past 1 am. Eventually, I could not take it and called the police, and the party was shut down. Earlier today, my neighbour was talking to me and said her son was so disappointed that the party finished ea…

On the Beat - Series and Spotify

Good news for series lovers and Spotify reveals your music age. 

Drunk raccoon goes viral

It’s the silly season, and sometimes things really do get out of hand, even for the wildlife. In the US, one mischievous raccoon went on a full weekend bender after breaking into a liquor store through the ceiling.

DJ MitNiks blends Mzansi rhythm with Desi culture

DJ MitNiks is a South African music producer and DJ currently based in Mumbai, India. Over the past few years, he had the privilege of collaborating with some of the country’s top talents and performing across Mumbai’s most elite venues. He has been curating international lifestyle events that blen…

Confronting gender-based violence through art

Dottedlines Artistry recently participated in the ARTIVIST Exhibition at the KwaZulu-Natal Museum with a henna-based piece exploring vulnerability, resilience, and restoration. The exhibition created a powerful platform to confront gender-based violence through art, centring the voices and lived ex…

Jashmir brings the Indo–Afro fire

Music producer and DJ Jashmir joins us fresh off the release of his debut studio album, New Wave Era. The project marks an exciting new chapter in his career, showcasing his versatility and willingness to experiment with fresh sonic landscapes. The album also features two standout Indo–Afro fusion …

Santa’s little helper on the run

There are some stories that you just cannot make up – like this one. A reindeer named Buddy sparked a major search operation after breaking free from Santa’s Enchanted Forest in the UK. Armed police, the Coastguard, and even Royal Marines were called in when Buddy bolted from the festive event.

DJ Dizzy D set for the spectacular Bollywood Fusion New Year’s Eve Party

DJ Dizzy D, who will be dropping a set at the spectacular Bollywood Fusion™ New Year’s Eve Party at The Globe, Suncoast on 31 December 2025, on The Drive By.