News South Africa

England finally demonstrated they can alter their approach by batting through the first session of day four of the second Ashes Test.

South Africa’s GDP per capita has declined over the past decade, with this trend expected to continue in 2025 and 2026, presenting a significant threat to the country.

According to the DA, the province only has 149 operational ambulances.

A coalition of African nations has secured new Cites controls on the international trade of hornbills amid concerns over habitat loss and surging demand for body parts

Sergeant Joyce Ngomane was killed allegedly by her husband after an altercation.

The shooting happened at a drinking establishment in a hostel.

The Telkom Radio Awards were held at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

The meeting agreed to enhance the Commission’s security operational plan over next two days.

More than 100,000 homes were destroyed when powerful rains lashed the South East Asian country last week.

Lawh Wa Qalam is dedicated to the late Indian artist whose prolific paintings fascinated the world.

The migrants were attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities said Saturday. At least two people have been rescued.

Japan’s ageing population is putting strain on national budgets and society as a whole, but researchers are developing solutions to ease the pressure.

Find out who has been called up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

Namibia has built up large stockpiles of rhino horn after pioneering the practice of cutting them off to deter poachers.

Ex-cyclist Zeragaber Gebrehiwot, who attended the 1980 Moscow Games, is among 13 released from a notorious jail.

Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi’s social media accounts for violating their policy.

SARS and the National Treasury have moved to allay concerns around changes to the definition of “bona fide inadvertent errors” in tax filings, noting that the stricter interpretation has specific taxpayers in mind.

The municipality has been recognised as the best municipality in the Western Cape after 11 consecutive clean audits.

Giraf Macadamia Milk is becoming a familiar sight in coffee shops across South Africa, thanks to its compatibility with coffee, while also supporting local farmers.

NATJOINTS and the Madlanga Commission agreed that security needs to be enhanced at hearings

Afrika Mayibuye Movement was officially launched in September 2025 by Floyd Shivambu.

Over 300 DA delegates attended the conference, and nominated provincial leadership for 2026

Van der Merwe’s identity was erroneously revealed, including the failure to disguise his voice

The FA Cup has made a stop in Walford, but how did it get there… and who’s coming to collect it?

Former Macclesfield FC manager Robbie Savage and those close to him open up on the emotional impact of fan abuse.

Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Michael Morton believes Andre de Jong will offer the Buccaneers verasility and intelligence.

The Blitzboks enjoyed the perfect start to the Cape Town Sevens, and here is the kick off time to note for their semi-final on Sunday.

AI research in question as author claims to have written over 100 papers on AI that one expert calls a ‘disaster’

A single person claims to have authored 113 academic papers on artificial intelligence this year, 89 of which will be presented this week at one of the world’s leading conference on AI and machine learning, which has raised questions among computer scientists about the state of AI...

Astrid Tuminez, Utah Valley University’s first female leader, had to pivot from personal tragedy to address ‘a wounding that happened to all of us’

Astrid Tuminez was on her way to Rome, the trip a kind of pilgrimage after months of grief. Her husband, Jeffrey Tolk, had died suddenly earlier in the year, and the loss had left her carrying a weight she couldn’t set down. “I felt darkness and...

Pupils from schools with differing demographics meet and play under charity scheme set up after city’s 2001 riots

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On a bright wintry morning, Bradford’s majestic 19th-century city hall is alive with children’s laughter, chatter and songs. Sixty girls and...

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi shared a look inside the quality time he spent with his son, Nicholas Kolisi amid his divorce.

Elon Musk has lashed out against South Africa’s ‘super racist’ laws, which believes have prevented Starlink from operating in the country.

The widow of Marius van der Merwe – a whistleblower in the Madlanga Commission – has broken her silence after his assassination…

British businessman Shrien Dewani has posted new pictures of himself just days after the 15-year death anniversary of his bride, Anni Dewani.

Home Affairs Minister Leon Shreiber said investigations found that the arrival of charter flights carrying Palestinians was not intended to be a one-off.

Bulls coach Johan Ackermann said he was ‘soul-searching’ after the loss to Bordeaux, having led 33-22 and looking in control before half-time.

The Cheetahs start off a tough Challenge Cup campaign with a clash against in-form Exeter in England on Sunday.

McLean said Van der Merwe’s eight-year-old son could not be consoled as he knelt beside his father’s body, crying.

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Toyota’s luxury sub-brand Lexus has unveiled a successor to the legendary LFA supercar, with a twist.

The Hyundai Grand i10 has received a disappointing result after being tested for crash safety by Global NCAP in partnership with the AA.