News South Africa

From airport surges to a state funeral, Kenya mourns Raila Odinga as Africa weighs his legacy and what it means for our shared democratic future.

Politicians overwhelmingly vote to oust the Mongolian premier, four months after doing the same to his predecessor.

State of emergency to be declared in capital as protests that led to last week’s ouster of former president intensify.

Past visits by top leaders to Yasukuni, which honours convicted war criminals, have angered Japan’s neighbours.

An aircraft went missing from Eswatini on its way to Mbombela

Health and Education departments cited as part of those involved in unauthorised expenditures.

Shack fires erupted overnight in various informal settlements in parts of Cape Town.

Accused on in the Meyiwa trial says he was not acquainted with the witness at the time of the murder

Authorities believe three-year-old was abducted from Fairy Meadow beach in Wollongong in January 1970.

Daniel Duggan, an ex-Marine, is accused of conspiring with others to train Chinese military pilots between 2010 and 2012.

Though the search for Gus Lamont has ended, police say they will continue investigating his disappearance.

The Trump-Putin phone call came a day before Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky visits the White House.

Mourners carrying national flags and portraits of the late leader pay their final respects at a city stadium.

A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Thousands of mourners fill the streets of Nairobi from the airport to the Kasarani Stadium to pay their respects.

Patrick Herminie says he will stop further development of the Qatar-backed Assumption Island resort.

The new Saxdowne Shopping Centre, anchored by Shoprite and Clicks, is coming to the Stellenbosch area.

While mining production in South Africa declined in August, sales have increased dramatically over the last year amid a rise in commodity prices, especially gold.

In today’s fast-moving world of business and technology, financial security is about more than just keeping up—it’s about creating something lasting.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 17 October 2025.

Mchunu told the committee that he was more than keen to tell his side of the story.

So far 325 submissions have been made to the committee.

Mathe says the visit is part of ongoing investigations being discussed before the commission

Ad Hoc Committee evidence leader Norman Arendse pressed Mchunu on disbandment of the PKTT.

Zimbabwe coach Michael Nees faces mounting pressure after a poor run of results, with fans calling on ZIFA to sack him

England fast bowler Mark Wood says he is “quietly confident” of being fit for the first Test of the Ashes series in Australia.

The elite fields for the 2025 Cape Town Marathon on Sunday, 19 October will include some of the world’s fastest marathoners.

Women’s Rugby in South Africa continues to reach new heights, and SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has shared some big highlights.

The amount landlords are able to command for rent in the township greatly depends on the level of tenant-focused design and amenities …

South African singer Tyla has been accused by an American rapper of stealing the concept for a new song titled ‘Chanel.’

Ace Frehley, the pioneering guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band Kiss, has died at the age of 74 following a fall at his home.

It’s bizarre and brilliant. Australian animated show ‘The Amazing Digital Circus’ is grown-up slapstick with a large layer of home truths.

Actress Candida Mosoma has been setting the West End stage alight in London. She’s also turned her attention to children’s books.

Cell C explained why there is a R10 billion difference in the assets on its balance sheet between its reporting and that of its largest shareholder, Blue Label.

The discussion surrounding Pepe Coin Price Prediction rages on as investors weigh its short-term popularity against long-term potential. While meme coins trend again across social media platforms, investors are questioning whether PEPE will keep rising in 2025 or other new altcoins with stronger fundamentals will overtake it. While Pepe’s community remains active, the broader investor […]

The largest appliance in the home is no longer a static, single colour block. It is a dynamic canvas for self-expression.

The XLM price prediction is back in focus as traders hunt the next high growth crypto into the year-end. After a volatile stretch driven by DeFi project upgrades and macro headlines, Stellar’s setup looks primed for a decisive move. There is also a fresh payments-focused contender quietly gathering attention and some investors already view it […]

Hatchback gets radical makeover from the earlier model that was sold in South Africa.

Sprinting from 0-100km/h in just 6.9 seconds, this icon was a wolf in sheep’s clothing.

Jetour T1 is an urban lite off-roader and T2 a more rugged SUV for adventure seekers.

Series of videos showcases the toughness of the SVI Stopgun V2.0 armouring package.

A council hopes it will inspire physical activity, and “create learning and career opportunities”.