News South Africa

There will no be empty stadium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches as ticket demands are high, according to the president.

Fionnghuala Shearman and her daughter Eve and son Ohner died in the house fire on Boxing Day.

High electricity prices will force South Africa’s last operational manganese smelter to shut down without immediate government intervention.

The department of Justice and Constitutional Development intends to oppose the application

They include two public prosecutors from Butterworth and another from KwaBhaca

The two soldiers were on patrol when the incident occurred on Christmas Day

The phone snatcher who was captured on camera snatching the phone has been arrested.

Israel accused Doctors Without Borders, one of the largest health organizations operating in Gaza, of failing to clarify the roles of some staff that Israel accused of cooperation with militants.

The UAE denies Saudi claims it sent a shipment of weapons to separatists and pushed them to launch offensives against the Yemeni government.

Conditions are dire for people in Gaza as President Trump and Israel’s prime minister discuss the next phase of the ceasefire deal. And, Russia accuses Ukraine of an attempted drone strike.

China’s People’s Liberation Army is staging a second day of large-scale military drills around Taiwan. It’s unleashing live-fire exercises as part of what it calls “Justice Mission 2025.”

TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll.

Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

South African workers effectively lose two days off in 2026 despite the country officially having 12 public holidays, but there is a silver lining.

Typical household bills will rise slightly under the new energy cap which takes effect on 1 January.

Wealthy South Africans are increasingly turning their backs on big city living and moving to smaller coastal towns along the Garden Route.

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.

Political Killings Task Team was disbanded by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu

Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

Kaizer Chiefs began the season without their coach, under pressure, and second best, yet still beat Stellenbosch FC 2-0 in Athlone.

With the winter window opening on 1 January, BBC Sport correspondents assess the transfer needs of the 24 Championship clubs.

The 2026 South African racing calendar will burst into life in spectacular fashion at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Saturday, 10 January.

Ring in 2026 in Cape Town with parades, concerts and sport while staying ahead of key road closures with these New Year’s Eve travel tips…

British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo has been recognised for her contribution to music and drama.

Mobile data prices have fallen in South Africa over the past few years, but many users still have a limited budget.

The Lions say the more chances they create the better the odds will be that they execute them against the Sharks.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 31 December 2025.

Gold shot the lights out this year, while the rand became stronger towards the end of the year, trading at R16.63 this afternoon compared to R18.88/$ on 1 January.

In artificial intelligence, 2025 marked a decisive shift. Systems once confined to research labs and prototypes began to appear as everyday tools. At the center of this transition was the rise of AI agents – AI systems that can use other software tools and act on their own. While researchers have studied AI for more […]

Chinese brands are competing amongst themselves to dominate South Africa’s fastest-growing car segment.

VW’s most expensive SUV has all the luxuries you’d expect with performance to rival a hot hatchback.

The deal could be valued at about R20 billion and would involve HOF Capital and BlueFive Capital.

The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.