News South Africa

A court will from today hear a case in which the South African Property Owners Association is challenging the City of Cape Town’s tariffs on buildings for the year through June 2026. 

Almost 500 suppliers implicated in corruption remain cleared to trade with the government, underscoring the persistence of state capture-era practices in South Africa’s procurement system.

The latest detainee managed to escape through a bathroom window after being left unattended by a police officer.

Embattled police minister Senzo Mchunu opened his evidence at the Madlanga commission by stating that he had never been accused of corruption before July 6.

A group of women believed to be victims of human trafficking were rescued.   

The South African Weather Service has issued a yellow level 4 and level 2 warning.

Case of conspiracy to commit murder has been registered after three men were removed from the court

The minibus-taxi lost control and overturned near Cato Ridge in KZN, injuring 13 teenager.

Pope Leo XIV demanded justice for the more than 200 victims of the disaster, at the end of his three-day visit to Lebanon.

A U.S. official disputes the White House account of the deadly Caribbean boat strike. And, a person familiar with the National Guard shooting suspect says he was suffering a personal crisis.

Demonstrators said the plan – the country’s first in euros – attempted to hide widespread government corruption.

His departure on health grounds coincides with a spate of mass abductions across the West African state.

Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team looks at every Premier League player who has been confirmed to feature at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Andre Onana is one of several high-profile players left out of Cameroon’s Africa Cup of Nations squad, as federation president Samuel Eto’o sacks the manager just weeks before the tournament.

Marble Hospitality is expanding beyond its restuarant offerings, and will soon open a new hotel in Sandton.

Private South African freight-rail operator Traxtion will invest R3.4 billion in locomotives and wagons, almost doubling its fleet as the country’s more than century-old state rail monopoly comes to an end.

Nedbank shares expert insights to help franchisers use AI strategically for growth.

MK Party reported the kidnapping of its member Vusi Shongwe.

Mchunu, who has been placed on special leave, has now taken to the stand at Madlanga Commission

Mchunu, who has been placed on special leave, has now taken to the stand at Madlanga Commission

Dr Mashazi refused to comment on her actions when probed by Commissioner Baloyi.

Russian and Belarusian athletes should be allowed to compete in Winter Olympic qualifying events as neutral athletes, says the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Arsenal are set to sign Ecuadorian twins Edwin and Holger Quinter from the same academy that produced Moises Caicedo.

BBC Sport’s chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt pays tribute to former England batter Robin Smith who has died aged 62.

As the 2025/26 Betway Premiership season approaches its midpoint, Orlando Pirates are at the top of the standings with 28 points from 12 matches. They hold a three-point lead over defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns, who have secured seven victories in their first 12 games. Sekhukhune United sits in third place, trailing by an additional three […]

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Dirk Badenhorst shares his success developing African narratives in South African Ballet productions for local and global stages.

One coastal area in KZN is becoming a major semigration hotspot, driven by affordability, coastal living and more flights.

A South African woman and a Nigerian national were convicted after police found meth worth over R260 000 during a roadblock

The most voted song will officially usher listeners into the new year.

An all-in-one dish that is true South African magic.

South Africa are aiming for their first ODI victory in India in more than two years.

Icasa employees say it is unfair that all staff are being denied performance bonuses when several divisions at the regulator met all their targets.

Crypto derivatives markets are shifting fast, and the mood swing is impossible to ignore. Just weeks ago, risk-off sentiment dominated, with traders leaning heavily on hedges and put protection. Now, derivatives data shows a clear tilt back toward aggressive long positioning, rising open interest, and leveraged exposure — early signals that capital is rotating back […]

Bitcoin’s Layer-2 expansion narrative is turning into one of the strongest market drivers of late 2025. Activity across scaling ecosystems has increased sharply as users and developers migrate toward faster and cheaper infrastructure without leaving the Bitcoin security layer. Transaction roll ups, smart contract sidechains, and Lightning based settlement layers are beginning to form an […]

The price of petrol and diesel is going up this holiday season.

These common mistakes can drastically reduce the lifespan of your car.

The City of Cape Town is bringing back the traffic fine roadshow this week, letting motorists apply for a discount on their outstanding fines.

Sharon Price from Newcastle-under-Lyme says she was glad to avoid the need for surgery.