Twitter isn’t known for backing down from a challenge. After former Bafana Bafana player Mark Fish’s clanger yesterday, social media users stepped up.
Yes, that is a plastic fork stuck into a cushion. Local comedian Simmi Areff popped into an art exhibition on Wednesday and he wasn’t very impressed.
Our Minister of Police tends to tweet before he thinks, and it didn’t take long for Twitter to catch him out. Instead of backing down, he took on another MP.
You might not recognise the name, but chances are you’ve seen that ‘list of things people need to tell you about’ screenshot. Let’s take a closer look at that account.
Love it or loathe it, but there’s really no escaping the effects of social media on society today. When we look back in years to come, what will we think of our behaviour?
Twitter finally increased their word count limit, and celebrities have a lot to say a bout it. Please enjoy a few of our favourite responses.
As the Facebook / Russia / USA 2016 elections saga continues, we’re getting a taste of what was shared in an effort to sway the votes.
The official KFC account boasts over a million followers, but they only follow 11 people themselves. Take a look at those 11 and you’ll have a good chuckle.
In case you didn’t know, Lion’s Head rocks a very entertaining Twitter account. Attention all #FitFluencers, your days might be numbered.
South Africa’s social media data king yesterday released his company’s annual report, detailing some basic facts about various platforms. Instagram, you’re slipping.
It seems that ‘Despacito’ is one of those songs that you just can’t escape, and just when you think you’re out it pulls you back in. Except there’s a challenger in town.
It’s amazing that after more than seven months as president, those who work with Trump can’t control what he bangs out on Twitter. The man loves a stupid meme.
Saudi Arabia were appalled when a 14-year-old took to the streets to dance to the Macarena, and promptly arrested him. For real.
Obama’s tweet, featuring a quote from Nelson Mandela’s ‘Long Week To Freedom’, has officially become the most liked tweet in history.
A disgruntled McDonald’s employee was super unimpressed with the conditions he had to work in, so he took to Twitter to shame the company.
Just when you think that the Donald can’t surprise you, he goes and tweets something like this. Looks like someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed.
Chrissy Teigen has a habit of sharing snaps of her conversations with her hubby on Twitter, and here are a few to show you just how great these two are.
Although stock images are some of the least inspiring images on the Internet, one dude has a collection which shows off the darkest of their kind. It’s a pleasure.
Piers Morgan went head-to-head with Amber Rose this weekend after she shared a half-nude pic of herself. Who’s the snowflake now?
Oh, Justin. Every now and then he goes and does something weird, which leaves the world questioning what the hell the popstar is up to now.
It’s been a rough few weeks for Tiger, a new controversy overshadowing his attempted return to golf. Thankfully he has Derick H on his side to lend some sage advice.
A PE college student sent out a tweet, and then deleted it, but we all know that screenshots don’t disappear as easily. Could be a rough few days ahead.
Back in 2014 Ellen hosted the Oscars, although the event will most be remembered for a celeb selfie that broke a Twitter record. That reign is over.
As you can imagine South Africans are outraged about what’s gone on these past few days, so they’ve taken to the streets to make their voices heard.
There’s nothing quite like watching a robot, created specifically for burning tweets, get to work on Donald Trump’s finest creations.
RIP Vine, your six-second videos provided me with hours of laughter over the most random things ever. Long Live the Vine!
Vine closing down. Amazon stock tanks. Apple shades Google. Mariah / Packer getting messy. Trump voters threaten revolution war. Zuma sleeps during budget speech. Lennon’s letter to Queen to return MBE. Lara vs. Irina – battle of the neckline.
One BBC producer got more than she bargained for when a Wits student doctor challenged them during an interview. It’s quite entertaining.
South Africa’s Social Media Landscape report dropped today, and while getting your hands on the whole thing is a little costly here’s what you need to know.
Baby Boomers and Gen X tried to take on millennials on Twitter. Turns out they got schooled, and some of the responses make for great reading.