News South Africa

Mikaela Mayer outpointed Mary Spencer in Canada to become a unified light-middleweight and a three-division world champion.

As Eder Sarabia heads back to Barcelona, the Elche boss tells Guillem Balague about his indifferent playing career, his famous father and his return to La Liga.

Beijing is positioning itself as defender of free trade as US tariffs disrupt global economy and Trump skips summit.

Authorities report at least 30 people have been killed in Haiti and 19 in Jamaica as a result of the devastating storm.

It’s painful, and it’s even more painful because we’re told it was done by one person.

Court has ruled that Chief Albert Luthuli’s death was as a result of assault injuries.

The State in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to continue with cross-examination.

Mkhwanazi allegedly used his powers to supply Matlala’s private vehicles with EMPD blue lights.

This week alone, the Russian president unveiled two nuclear-capable weapons – but their value may be more symbolic than military.

In a recent episode of her TV series, the reality star said she believed the moon landing was fake.

The court sets aside the 1967 inquest that found that the anti-apartheid hero was hit by a goods train.

Tensions remain with protests expected to continue, after demonstrations were reported in some towns overnight.

The announcement comes after growing reports of the mass killings, including of patients at a hospital.

Hadush Kebatu was given the money to avoid a “slower, more expensive process”, Downing Street said.

Energy regulator NERSA is in court arguing to keep information about municipal electricity prices secret.

South Africa’s shortage of air-traffic controllers is “almost compromising service delivery” by the state-owned company that manages the nation’s airspace.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Friday, 31 October 2025.

South Africa’s red meat industry is in crisis as the country battles what experts are calling one of the most severe epidemics in its history. 

The United Nations Security Council has condemned the assault by the paramilitary RSF on El Fasher.

Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, says Madlanga Commission indicates how much cleaning must be done.

Minority parties have filed a motion of no confidence in Joburg Mayor Dada Morero.

The mighty Kaizer Chiefs are back on the green grass to face Durban City in the Betway Premiership, here’s the expected starting 11.

Expert FPL Heisenberg and the guys from the FPL Podcast by BBC Sport debate this week’s FPL talking point.

Orlando Pirates have not beaten Mamelodi Sundowns at the Loftus Versfeld since 2018 but have a chance now to get one over their rivals.

Forest Green Rovers manager Robbie Savage opens up about his mental health, as his club get involved in a scheme to help treat symptoms of depression.

National Audit Office finds £415m overspend as more children travel farther to schools that meet their needs

Home-to-school transport costs in England have risen to £2.3bn a year, as increasing numbers of children with special educational needs and disabilities travel farther afield to schools that can meet their requirements, according to a report.

More than half a million children and young...

Petrolheads, rejoice: the Killarney Motor Show is returning to Cape Town this weekend, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Since stepping down, former minister of police, Bheki Cele has had the time to enjoy trying new things during his retirement….

Despite being one of South Africa’s funniest comedians, Leon Schuster has opened up about his personal battle with depression and loneliness.

Online gambling operator Betway says it operates fully within South Africa’s legal and regulatory framework and remains licensed under the relevant provincial gambling boards.

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Technology changed how we pay, but change management decides how fast people adapt.

Brand’s new energy vehicle division will grow by a further two models in 2026.

First Changan-badged SUV in South Africa has a single powertrain option, but can be specified with five or seven seats.

The sibling of the Peugoet Landtrek becomes South Africa’s first range-extending electric bakkie.

UK Health Security Agency urges people to get vaccinated with cases on the rise.