News South Africa

Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has raised alarm over crippling staff shortages and deteriorating infrastructure in Limpopo.

Anna Podedworna is sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of murdering Izabela Zablocka.

Norwegian medal-winning biathlete Sturla Holm Laegreid apologises again for cheating on his ex-girlfriend.

The matter has been postponed for further investigations with the ballistics and the CCTV footage

Witness F has withdrawn his urgent court bid to block his apperance before the probe

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.

A shooting at a school in British Columbia left seven people dead, while two more were found dead at a nearby home, authorities said. A woman who police believe to be the shooter also was killed.

The resignation of a key colleague paves the way for a challenge to first female Liberal leader Sussan Ley.

The allegations were leveled by U.S. officials late last week. Arms control experts worry that norms against nuclear testing are unraveling.

The iconic attire has been trending online for days following the banter between Ghanaians and Zambians.

Yameogo Aminata says her four sons were slaughtered and her daughter is missing.

President Mnangagwa’s term in office is due to end in 2028 but a bill could open the way for him to extend that time.

The items stolen in the late 19th Century by British troops will officially be returned to Nigeria.

One of South Africa’s biggest trade unions has confirmed that at least 14 component companies and factories closed in 2025 due to US tariffs and competition from cheap imports. 

Standard Bank has confirmed its first three branch locations that will offer Smart ID services as per Home Affairs’ plans to expand the offering.

Capitec is expecting another strong rise in earnings, with the group expanding its loan book amid an improving macroeconomic market.

The Democratic Alliance federal chair says she has been communicating with the party leader on WhatsApp

Senior party insiders have accused Lesufi of attempting to place the Gauteng department of health under administration to politically weaken his potential rival, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko

Thuso Keefelakae, IPID’s Director of Investigations, is testifying before the Madlanga Commission.

Today marks 36 years since Mandela was released from prison.

Tickets for the highly anticipated Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates on Saturday, 28 February have sold out.

Tickets for the Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates at FNB Stadium on Saturday, 28 February sold out in record time.

Kerin Lake says it has been an honour to wear the Welsh jersey and thanks her friends and family for their support.

TV and theater artist Ian von Memerty has opened up about breaking news of his euthanasia plans to his loved ones…

Keefelakae noted that other metros were not angels either, as they are dealing with their own issues.

Residents in Melville and Westdene staged a protest earlier today over prolonged water disruptions in their areas.

Didiza said this year’s Sona is more than just a ceremonial occasion.

This Valentine’s Day, love takes centre stage on a new podcast

South African small businesses are being muscled out of their own market by a wave of overseas merchants flooding into Takealot — and the Competition Commission is the one holding the door open.

The crypto market, especially the meme sector, is seeing a not-so-shocking capital rotation. Investors are shifting away from meme coins, especially Dogecoin (DOGE), toward high-quality on-chain Perps. Analysts think the current market conditions (bearish, and high volatility) are prompting traders to reassess leveraged exposure.  Historically, DOGE traders have been known for aggressive...

HONOR has recorded the strongest overseas shipment growth among leading global smartphone brands in 2025.

Wacom’s Android-based drawing pad tries, and mostly succeeds, to pack a full digital art workstation into a portable sketch pad.

SANRAL has set the record straight on plans for building a wall along Cape Town’s N2 route.

South Africa’s pre-owned car industry started the year on a high note.

South Africa’s biggest airline, FlySafair, is being sold.

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) can be found in some of the food and products we use – and even in our bodies. But what exactly are they?

NHS staff in Birmingham used Alan Graham’s grandchildren to pass on information, an ombudsman finds.