News South Africa

Shorn of influence in its former colonies in West Africa, France will seek to deepen ties elsewhere on the continent next week at an Africa summit in the Kenyan capital Nairobi, its first in an English-speaking country.

The Khampepe commission of inquiry probing efforts to stall the investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era perpetrators continues in Newtown, Johannesburg, on Friday.

The state accused the National Cape Congress leader of abusing his parliamentary status and interfering with witnesses linked to the Sindiso Magaqa assassination case

Khampepe Commission of Inquiry, is taking place in Newtown, Johannesburg. 8 May 2026

Forty-five schools in KZN have been connected to high-speed internet…

RTMC has revealed that the percentage of people who pass the learner driver’s test has been reduced

The ConCourt has ruled that Parliament acted unlawfully in 2022 regarding Phala Phala

Spanish authorities are preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands.

President Trump’s decision to leave NATO in the dark before launching strikes on Iran has inflamed tensions and is putting new urgency on rethinking the alliance.

Russia’s annual Victory Day parade will be smaller than previous ones as the effects of the war on Ukraine take a toll.

Iran is experiencing the longest internet blackout ever recorded with 99% of the population offline. But certain people — with “white internet” — have stayed connected this entire time.

The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa.

The death toll is unclear but sources say between 30 and 50 people died in Wednesday’s attacks.

The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.

As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.

Petrol price recoveries at the start of May 2026 are starting motorists on the back foot for the month, with another significant hike building for June.

Lesaka Technologies will soon acquire Bank Zero, with the payment company looking to leverage its existing network to offer banking services.

ConCourt delivers the long-awaited judgment on the EFF’s bid to revive the Phala Phala saga

EFF members expected to gather outside the ConCourt ahead of judgment in the Phala Phala matter…

ConCourt to deliver judgment in the Phala Phala matter, after 500k dollars was stolen in 2020

Interactive timeline summarises key events since a large sum of money was stolen from Phala Phala.

The rider who died in an incident at the North West 200 has been named as Czech Republic rider Kamil Holan.

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos is edging closer to naming his preliminary FIFA World Cup squad, but several key positions remain undecided.

Orlando Pirates, Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs still have plenty to play for as the 2025/26 season draws to a close.

Steve Lekoelea says Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has made the perfect call to return Evidence Makgopa to the starting line up.

Happiness is in the air as the ‘Izingane Zes’thembu’ reality TV star, Amahle Biyela, celebrates her graduation from the renowned UKZN.

Rapper and singer Doja Cat has successfully branded herself as an out-of-the-box individual and artist.

The actress said she plans to pursue a master’s degree in future, with the long-term goal of completing a PhD.

The Cheetahs need to break a six-game losing streak over the Griquas to secure their place in the 2026 Currie Cup competition.

Motorists and residents are likely to face wet and uncomfortable conditions on Sunday as the rain intensifies across Cape Town.

According to informed sources.

Stability is needed as Sita looks to re-establish itself as a trusted service provider for government IT services.

While only rolled out to some TikTok users, the feature’s bizarre AI-generated descriptions were shared widely.

Disney+ announced FX’s “The Bear,” the critically acclaimed, Emmy® Award-winning hit series, will premiere its fifth and final season on Friday, 26 June exclusively on Disney+. All eight episodes will be available to stream at debut. Key art for the season has also been released. The news comes on the heels of yesterday’s surprise release of “Gary,” a […]

Toyota’s luxury brand has unveiled a new SUV, and it could be coming to South Africa.

An official launch date for Denza in South Africa is still to be set.

In the span of a few years, Chery has established itself as one of South Africa’s top-selling car brands.

Crude oil from petroleum-producing countries has fallen to a 36-year low due to the Middle East conflict.

The condition affects one in 10 women in the UK and can cause debilitating pain and infertility.

Lucy Woodham answers your questions on the outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship

The origin of the outbreak is still unknown, with the World Health Organisation saying investigations are “still under way”.