Covid-19 update: Zimbabwe reimplements strict lockdown amid surge

The Zimbabwean government has implemented a national lockdown in a bid to limit the spread of the virus. Briefly.co.za explores the latest updates on the Covid-19 pandemic. PAY ATTENTION:Join Briefly News' Telegram channel! Empty streets amid lockdown in Zimbabwe. Image: Wilfred Kajese/Anadolu AgencySource: Getty Images Never miss important updates! The Zimbabwean government has implemented restrictions in a bid to limit the spread of Covid-19 in the country. This move comes shortly after South Africa reverted back to Level 3 restrictions ahead of the new year....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 213 words · Amanda Glover

Father passes away, leaves son cash for 1st beer 6 years later

Never miss important updates! Every parent wishes to see their kids achieve even the smallest victories at different stages of life. Matt Goodman, a 21-year-old man from Massachusetts, USA lost his dad six years ago. If wishes were horses, Matt would be with his dad right now. Photo: Matt GoodmanSource: UGC Enjoyed reading our story? Download BRIEFLY’s news app onGoogle Playnow and stay up-to-date with major South African news! Source: Briefly News...

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 103 words · Natalie Smith

Limpopo police attacked by community while arresting foreign nationals

Never miss important updates! Police officers have been attacked by angered community members in Greenside outside of Polokwane, Limpopo. A later investigation resulted in the re-arrest of the injured man who is currently under police guard. Read also Earlier,Briefly.co.zareported thatHome Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoalediis adamant that travellers using fake Covid-19 certificates will come short. Download BRIEFLY’s news app onGoogle Playnow and stay up-to-date with major South African news! Source: Briefly News...

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 114 words · Barbara Ortiz MD

Mzansi speculates over possible return of hard level 5 lockdown

Never miss important updates! Many have speculated that South African might be put into a lockdown for up to 7 days. Briefly.co.za explores the latest updates on the Covid-19 pandemic. Read also This move comes shortly after South Africa reverted back to Level 3 restrictions ahead of the new year. Before Mzansi went into the New Year, theminister reported that 18 000 new infections have been recorded. The president was visibly emotional as he cried on national television....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 134 words · Gregory Wilson

Nasty C's 2020 recap: dominated Netflix debut, got to Spotify top 10

Pay Attention:Join Briefly News' Telegram channel! Never miss important updates! Nasty C managed to garner some wins despite going through a year that was filled with challenges and difficulties. Year in review: Nasty C Specify the top moments of 2020 in the headline. Images: @nasty_csaSource: Getty Images Briefly.co.zatook a look at Nasty’s top moments from the year 2020. Big Sean and Nasty C had both released music but had not featured on each other’s albums....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 187 words · Christopher Gill

Nicki Minaj finally releases 1st photos of cute son: "Papa bear"

Never miss important updates! US rapper Nicki Minaj has finally shared the first pictures of her handsome son and boy is he adorable! Her fans could not help but show their adoration for her cute son adding the rapper was definitely blessed. Nicki Minaj and hubby Petty pose for a festive snap Photo: nickiminajSource: Instagram The post was accompanied by a simple caption in which she wished her partner a happy anniversary....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 134 words · Gregory Riggs

Possible changes to ID system include 'reregistering' kids at 5

Never miss important updates! The Department has recommended that 5-year-old South African children should be ‘reregistered’ with the state. Download BRIEFLY’s news app onGoogle Playnow and stay up-to-date with major South African news! The Department says the system needs an overhaul. Image: GCIS/ FlickrSource: UGC Source: Briefly News Samantha RiddleSamantha Riddle is a former Mainstream/ Current Affairs Manager. She covered the breaking stories and SA news from 2018-2021. Currently, shes working for The South African....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 79 words · Paul Morgan

Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness gets married to lover Mark Peacock

Never miss important updates! The two first went out for a date in London and that opened the floodgates of many other dates. The musician, a couple of months ago ditched her ex-lover Juma Jux, for US-based Nigerian actor Rotimi. Jonathan and Mark had an eventful year. Photo: Jonathan Van NessSource: UGC Enjoyed reading our story? Download BRIEFLY’s news app onGoogle Playnow and stay up-to-date with major South African news!...

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 104 words · William Maldonado

Ramaphosa: Pfizer offers 50 million vaccines to African health workers

Never miss important updates! The nation has only managed to secure enough vaccines to vaccinate 10% of its 60 million citizens. Earlier,Briefly.co.zareported thatHealth Minister Dr Zweli Mkhizehas once again updated South Africans on the latest Covid-19 statistics. Read also Download BRIEFLY’s news app onGoogle Playnow and stay up-to-date with major South African news! Source: Briefly News Samantha RiddleSamantha Riddle is a former Mainstream/ Current Affairs Manager. She covered the breaking stories and SA news from 2018-2021....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 100 words · Jennifer Medina

Ring of Fire teasers: January 2021

Shekhar wants to ensure that Shristi is separated from Vishu’s family. On the other hand, Vishu does not want Shristi to leave after getting the divorce papers. Read the followingRing of Fireteasers for more details. Ring of Fire is an Indian family drama that narrates the life of Anurag who is forced to marry Ragini (pictured). Photo: DStvNgSource: Twitter His family forces him to marry Ragini instead, and their marriage is far from blissful....

January 3, 2021 · 5 min · 961 words · Casey Keller

Sjava bags a role on eHostela despite critics calling for boycott

Never miss important updates! The award-winning actor has been offered a role in the serieseHostelafor the upcoming season. He brought him onto the show to create some drama. Sjava has landed a role in eHostela and the director is thrilled to have him on board. Photo credit: sjava_atmSource: Instagram Sjava will play the role of one of the antagonists on the series called Fish. The pair looked cool as cucumbers on the picture which amassed over 20 000 likes on social media....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 133 words · Denise Dean

Strong independent gogo who does everything herself turns 101

Never miss important updates! Naph is 28 years old and his grandfather is 80 years old but he still cares for him. His post has received over 6 500 reactions on the social networking site since its upload. Mokoena Salome wished her gogo a very happy 101st birthday. Photo credit: Mokoena SalomeSource: Facebook Enjoyed reading our story? Download BRIEFLY’s news app onGoogle Playnow and stay up-to-date with major South African news!...

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 75 words · Nicole Flores

Trevor Noah's 2020 recap: Covid relief fund, Webby awards, new bae

Pay Attention:Join Briefly News' Telegram channel! Never miss important updates! Briefly.co.zatook a look at Trevor’s top moments from the year 2020. Trevor Noah’s year in review: Covid relief fund, Webby awards, new bae.Source: Getty Images News confirmedthat rumours of Trevor dating American actress Minka Kelly were true. Despite living far off in the USA, Trevor still managed to make Mzansi proud. Enhle Mbali recently shared a photo of herself with her social media followers and her fans absolutely loved it....

January 3, 2021 · 1 min · 113 words · Carol Lester