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      South African Humour

      Helen Zille Goes Viral After “Snorkelling” in Joburg Pothole

      Helen Zille Goes Viral After “Snorkelling” in Joburg Pothole

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026 4,138 0

      A video of Helen Zille snorkelling in a Joburg “pothole” has captured the country’s attention, blending humour, frustration and a reminder of the infrastructure challenges many face daily.   Johannesburg,…

      Watch: "Is That You Helen?" Woman Turns Bad Haircut Into Viral Comedy

      Watch: “Is That You Helen?” Woman Turns Haircut Mishap Into Viral Comedy

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindeque March 15, 2026March 15, 2026 1,369 0

      A haircut gone wrong, a sense of humour and a filter have turned Dani’s TikTok into one of the internet’s favourite feel-good comedy moments this week.   South Africa (15…

      Owl Trend: From “Joburg Jewish Girl” to “Peri-Menopause”...

      From “Joburg Jewish Girl” to “Peri-Menopause”… The Owl Trend Is Hilarious!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 20, 2026January 20, 2026 486 0

      The internet has officially entered its owl era, and South Africans are showing the world how it’s done… with “hoos” so specific they deserve awards.   South Africa (20 January…

      Trevor Noah Starts 2026 With A Surprise (And Laughter)

      Trevor Noah Starts 2026 With A Surprise (And Laughter)

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJanuary 2, 2026 5,580 0

      The first laugh of the year matters. Trevor Noah delivered it by releasing a full stand-up special on YouTube… filmed at home and shared generously with the world.   Global…

      The “Pomping” TikTok That United South Africans in Laughter

      The “Pomping” TikTok That United South Africans in Laughter

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 31, 2025January 1, 2026 2,198 0

      South Africans fell in love with Riley the moment she unknowingly explained “pomping” in a way that made it sound like the wildest college party ever.   Global (31 December…

      A Decorated Pothole, Thousands of Laughs And One Big Reminder About Hope

      A Decorated Pothole, Thousands of Laughs And One Big Reminder About Hope

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 2, 2025 1,958 0

      Only in South Africa can a pothole dressed as a Christmas tree spark national laughter… and a surprising wave of hope.   South Africa (02 December 2025) – South Africans…

      Sounds cluck | laugh | lol | funny | questions | national anthem | Tom Read Wilson

      American Influencer Calls It “Stellenkosh”… And South Africans Can’t Stop Laughing

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeNovember 1, 2025 2,025 1

      A TikTok meant to send shivers down the spine had South Africans gasping for air instead, from laughter, not fear, after an American content creator called the historic town Stellenkosh….

      Watch: “It’s My First Time Seeing the President… Hello, Cupcake!” Cutest Moment Goes Viral

      Watch: “It’s My First Time Seeing the President… Hello, Cupcake!” Cutest Moment Goes Viral

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeOctober 17, 2025December 15, 2025 4,954 1

      It was meant to be a formal occasion, but Abenathi Ntshotsho, a Grade 7 learner, turned it into the most heart-warming South African moment when they looked at President Cyril…

      Trending: South Africans Roast USA "Zulu" Mardi Gras Parade

      The British Gent Who Fell in Love with South African Slang is at it Again!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeOctober 9, 2025 360 0

      Tom Read Wilson has once again made South Africans smile from ear to ear with his charming take on another proudly Mzansi expression.   South Africa (09 October 2025) –…

      Sounds cluck | laugh | lol | funny | questions | national anthem | Tom Read Wilson

      Friendliest And Now Funniest? SA Proves We’ve Got the Banter And The Heart

      by Brent Lindeque @BrentLindeque July 21, 2025 1,081 0

      A global humour study just placed South Africa in the top 20 funniest nations… and while we didn’t come first, we’ve got the punchlines to prove we belong there.  …

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