News South Africa

Whisper it quietly, but by the end of 2028 it is predicted there will be more rounds of virtual golf played in the UK than outdoors ones.

Chinese car manufacturer Jetour has seen a meteoric rise in South Africa, selling more cars than well-known brands like BMW and Nissan.

James Milner – the Premier League’s record appearance holder, speaks to reporter Kelly Somers about his career – including a debut goal for hometown club Leeds, a dramatic Champions League semi-final comeback against Barcelona and returning from nine months out injured.

Very few people don’t take the opportunity to have Warren Buffett as a shareholder in their business. Even fewer do so while making billions of dollars.

Khoza was honoured by the SANDF at a private function for his contribution to uplifting society.

The road is making it hard for people to transport their goods to markets

Smith argued that the ANC’s support for Iran and Russia is not good for the country

At least 10 people were killed and dozens injured when a huge blaze engulfed a car parts factory in the central city of Daejeon.

The messages are clear: the full-scale invasion is a defensive war and patriotism means unquestionable loyalty.

The battle between the neighbouring countries is taking place as much online as it is on the ground.

Recent events abroad and at home have fuelled an ongoing surge of Islamophobia in Australia.

Saadia Mosbah campaigned for migrants, particularly after President Kais Saied said they posed a demographic threat to the country.

Aid groups and MPs have raised concerns over the move to prioritise defence spending over aid.

The deal came as part of the president’s state visit to the UK – the first by a west African leader in 37 years.

President Idris Mahamat Déby orders the military to be on high alert and retaliate against further attacks.

Tiegan Parry says The Bread and Butter Thing, in Boston, eases financial pressures on her family.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Saturday, 21 March 2026.

Parents are increasingly turning to homeschooling due high private school fees and government capacity issues.

Most SMEs aren’t uninsured. They’re misaligned, carrying insurance cover that made sense when it was first arranged but hasn’t kept pace with how the business actually operates.

Lulama Ngcukayitobi flags alleged irregularities ahead of provincial conference in a letter

Zuma says human rights and freedom for the majority of black people in SA only exist on paper

Zuma has been received by the Malema family as well as chanting EFF and MKP supporters.

Madlanga Commissioner Sesi Baloyi has warned Sgt Nkosi that obstructing proceedings is an offence.

A rising star at English Premier League champions Liverpool has revealed he is actually eligible for South Africa.

Brighton’s 40-year-old midfielder James Milner says he’s capable of playing for a “few more years”.

SABC will broadcast both Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns in action this Sunday, Downs are away in CAF while Bucs travel to Mbombela.

Fabian Edwards’ wait for a world title goes on after he loses against Costello van Steenis, who successfully defends his PFL middleweight title with a third-round knockout in Madrid.

How infections linked to a nightclub escalated into a public health incident requiring a national response is a puzzle experts are still grappling with

Tyra Skinner had already been violently sick three times when doctors at Kent’s William Harvey hospital realised something was badly wrong. The 20-year-old was rushed into critical care, racked with a pounding headache, a stiff neck and...

Not only are Easter 2026 SASSA Children’s Grants less than many had hoped, but there is still no official payment schedule from the agency …

There is deafening silence from agency about SASSA Old-Age Grants over Easter 2026 and when recipients will be paid …

Doja Cat has continued to troll her ‘deadbeat dad’ Dumisani Dlamini after he declined to meet her during her trip to South Africa.

Actor Arnold Vosloo is expecting a baby with his partner, Anika du Toit, who is half his age. Here is what we know about his ‘baby mama’…

The latest developments from Israel and the US’s war with Iran.

Most of the vehicles that are not roadworthy are minibuses, buses and trucks

Hlabisa told the mayors that the country stands at a crossroads

Oosthuizen is enjoying his best season since joining the Lions in 2023, having made 13 appearances so far, doubling his tally from the previous two campaigns.

New York, USA – Ryla.ai today announces the official launch of its revolutionary AI Generator. Setting an entirely new standard in content creation, the platform provides the first comprehensive solution specifically designed for building and managing lifelike AI Influencers. As the market for artificial personalities grows rapidly, creators and agencies have consistently faced one major...

The Department of Defense alleges the AI developer could manipulate models in the middle of war. Company executives argue that’s impossible.

Sedans are not as popular in South Africa as they once were, except in one segment.

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

BBC Health reporter Smitha Mundasad answers your questions on meningitis B

UK scientists have grown fully functioning food pipes and successfully transplanted them into mini pigs, paving the way for human trials.