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The Citizen
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
From Mbombela to Salzburg: Sam Sam Spinning at Hangar-7 reopening (VIDEO)
At the heart of the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening were the people and machines that shape the brand worldwide. From Mbombela to Salzburg, South African spinner Samkeliso 'Sam Sam' Thubane goes international. The spinner is representing SA at the reopening of Hangar-7 in Salzburg, Austria. Sam Sam of South Africa performs at the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening at Salzburg, Austria, June 4, 2025 Picture: Red Bull Content Pool The event thrilled spectators with a range of extreme sports. These ranged from bikes to motorcycle displays, spinning, drifting and a F1 display by Max Verstappen and RB8. Max Verstappen of the Netherlands performs at the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening at Salzburg, Austria, June 4, 2025. Picture: Red Bull Content Pool Max Verstappen drove the championship-winning RB8 in a motorsport display of excellence. Verstappen said: 'I've been quite often to Hangar-7 over my life so to me, it is a bit of a homecoming every time.' Aaron Colton, Connor Zilisch, Dani Pedrosa, Daniel Sanders, Mattias Ekstrom, Max Verstappen, Mike Whiddett, Nani Roma and Samkeliso Thubane. Picture: Red Bull Content Pool At the heart of the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening were the people and machines that shape the brand worldwide. The occasion showcased high-powered motorsport, an airshow by The Flying Bulls, live music, culinary highlights and performances by international Red Bull athletes. From the outset, Red Bull Hangar-7 has been a meeting place – a stage and a work of art all in one. WATCH OUR ONE ON ONE WITH SAM SAM ALSO WATCH: It's confirmed! Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban
The Citizen
29-05-2025
- The Citizen
WATCH LIVE: Court delivers sentence in Joshlin Smith case
Today, the court is expected to deliver judgment on the accused in the Joshlin Smith case, which has drawn national attention after little Joshlin vanished without a trace. Over a year after young Joshlin Smith went missing, the court will finally hand down judgment on the three accused. Joshlin's mother, Racquel 'Kelly' Smith, and her co-accused, Jacquen 'Boeta' Appollis and Van Rhyn, have all been found guilty by Judge Nathan Erasmus on two counts. On count 1, he found them guilty of trafficking in persons. They were also found guilty of kidnapping, count 2. The country eagerly awaits the sentencing of the accused in this case that got a lot of attention in the media and on social media. In the mean time, people still have not received the answer they were looking for, where is young Joshlin Smith? ALSO WATCH: It's confirmed! Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban
The Citizen
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
WATCH: Meta Teen accounts launched in SA
In a significant step towards enhancing online safety for teenagers, Meta has announced the launch of Teen Accounts in South Africa. Meta has launched Teen accounts as part of the companies broader commitment to ensuring safe, private, and positive online experiences for teens across Africa. This also helps parents to keep track of their teens online activity without invading their privacy. Meta is proud to announce the launch of Teen Accounts on Instagram in South Africa. Picture: Supplied Key protections offered with Meta Teen Accounts include: Teen accounts default to private: Under-16s need parental guidance to change this setting. Under-16s need parental guidance to change this setting. Messaging Restrictions: Teens can only receive messages from people they are already connected to. Teens can only receive messages from people they are already connected to. Sensitive Content Control : Teen accounts default to limited sensitive content in search, explore, feed, and reels. : Teen accounts default to limited sensitive content in search, explore, feed, and reels. Limited Interactions: Teens can only be tagged by followers; hidden words anti-bullying feature is enabled by default. Teens can only be tagged by followers; hidden words anti-bullying feature is enabled by default. Time Limit Reminders : Notifications prompt teens to exit the app after 60 minutes of daily usage. : Notifications prompt teens to exit the app after 60 minutes of daily usage. Sleep Mode: Enabled from 10pm to 7am, this feature mutes notifications and sends automatic replies to direct messages overnight. To mark the launch, Meta is hosting an exclusive event series where parents, content creators, policy stakeholders, media and teens can engage on the available safety features and tools. Meta says it remains committed to developing tools, resources, and partnerships that protect teens and foster safer online experiences for families in South Africa. For more information about Teen Accounts and updates to parental supervision tools, click here. NOW WATCH: It's confirmed! Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban
The South African
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- The South African
Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 heads to Durban for the first time
Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban. This exciting spinning event will happen at the Suncoast Casino precinct on Saturday, 10 August 2025. It mixes car culture from townships with thrilling performances. Sixteen of South Africa's best spinners will compete in elimination rounds against each other. This year, Durban hosts the event for the first time, featuring a new course layout and fresh talent. Judges will evaluate spinners based on their control, creativity, flair, and ability to engage the crowd. A panel of motorsport experts and audience votes will decide who becomes the champion. Aspiring participants can upload their spinning videos online. Remember, entries close on 22 June 2025. The final list of competitors will be announced on 4 July 2025. To enter, you must be 18 or older and have a valid South African driver's licence. According to The Citizen, Durban is hosting the competition for the first time, and organisers promise an exciting layout that showcases local and national talent. Well-known judges from the motoring and entertainment worlds will add pressure on contestants to perform unforgettable stunts. Crowd energy is also important, as fan reactions will influence the final score. Last year's winner, Chadwin 'Boksie' Hadjie from Cape Town, beat two-time champion Samkeliso 'Sam Sam' Thubane. Both of them are expected to return, increasing the competition's intensity. Get ready for burnouts, tire smoke, and a lot of adrenaline. Let us know by leaving a comment below or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
