News South Africa

Following the death of Ricky Hatton, families and former champions tell a new BBC documentary the sport has not filled the void in care for its fighters.

After struggling in the local beer market following its merger with Distell, Heineken Beverages has contributed millions in profit to Johann Rupert’s Remgro in the company’s results for six months through December 2025.

Two years ago the Netherlands banned phones in schools. Now the government wants to go further, pushing to restrict social media for under‑16s.

In an interview with BBC Newsnight, five survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuses spoke about how pervasive the disgraced financier’s wrongdoing was and what justice could look like.

Tourism has opened public comment on proposed regulations for short-term rentals…

The fifth accused in the attempted murder case linked to Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala is expected in court

The Commission’s Spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says the Commission will address the matter.

Nearly half of eligible voters in South Africa remain unregistered ahead of the 2026 local elections

The 23-year-old is the third man to be charged in connection with the death of Chris Baghsarian.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to France this week to try to sell America’s skeptical Group of Seven allies on the Iran war that has sent global fuel prices soaring.

The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.

Ghana is the first African country to make such a deal with the EU, the Ghanaian vice-president says.

Namibia’s regulator noted that Starlink’s subsidiary is not locally owned.

Moses Itauma, one of heavyweight boxing’s brightest prospects, says he found the answers to questions about his identity on a trip to his father’s village in Nigeria.

A court in Cape Town found Iain Wares guilty of indecently assaulting a former student who accused him of sexual abuse in the 1980s.

A&E nurse Georgie Scott says she was “‘pushed out” of the capital because of high rent prices.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Wednesday, 25 March 2026.

New data reveal a sobering reality facing South Africa’s ageing population.

South African software development company Codehesion has achieved strong growth over the past two years, more than doubling its revenue and staff size.

The party adds that the concerns were crystalised during Batohi’s testimony at the Nkabinde Inquiry

The urgent court application will be heard in the East London High on Wednesday.

McKenzie accuses James of breaching certain provisions of the Code of Ethical Conduct.

TMPD Deputy Commissioner Revo Spies is testifying at the Madlanga Commission.

The new ownership dynamics at MultiChoice have led to questions over Afrikaans commentary becoming less of a priority on SuperSport.

Jannik Sinner extends his remarkable record run with a 7-5 7-6 win over Alex Michelsen at the Miami Open.

Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel undergoes the first of two planned shoulder surgeries as the veteran looks to salvage his playing career.

Alessia Russo reflects on her superb goal and talks about her preferred playing role following Arsenal’s 3–1 victory over Chelsea in the first leg of the Women’s Champions League quarter‑final.

Here’s how much more you’ll pay for electricity in South Africa after Eskom tariff hikes kick in on Wednesday 1 April 2026 …

US singer Doja Cat is one of ‘Sarafina!’ actor Dumisani Dlamini’s many children – Who are her South African half-siblings?

Thabo Bester brazenly claimed he was lawfully released from prison – and subsequently holidayed in Tanzania – in another court appearance.

Nomzamo Mbatha launches a new library in Philippi to help fight illiteracy among young learners in South Africa.

Conflicting accounts from Ramaphosa and suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu turn a bureaucratic decision into a test of democracy’s survival.

In its application, the party cited Batohi’s conduct at the Nkabinde Inquiry.

The Eastern Cape High Court blocks ANC’s elective conference after members challenge verification report and unfair branch exclusions.

Seacom’s earnings have surged after subsea cable disruptions that hit the prior period fell away.

Researchers believe rock samples taken from the Apollo missions gave scientists a misleading impression

How magnetic is the moon? Analysis of rock samples from the Apollo missions suggested that the moon had an extremely strong magnetic field in its early history – even stronger than Earth’s.

But no one could figure out how such a small planetary body could have such a strong field. Now a fresh...

CIVH has swung to profitability after the implementation of Vodacom’s landmark Maziv fibre transaction.

Looking for reliable pet care? Use a Rover promo code or referral link to save on dog walking, pet sitting, and boarding services this month.

The Bram Fischer International Airport is due for major upgrades.

South Africa is facing enormous fuel price hikes and possible shortages next month, but this is not the first time the country has faced a crisis like this.

Fines SA CEO Barry Berman has warned that the days of speeding fines simply disappearing are long gone.

A GP looks at the social media trend of drinking hot water in the morning.

James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak.