The leader of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance, a key member of the ruling coalition, plans to step down at internal elections in two months, after facing criticism over his leadership.

The Springboks can start planning to ensure their logistical preparations are spot on after rugby bosses announced the three venues where the world champions will play their pool matches at the 2027 World Cup in Australia, coach Rassie Erasmus said.

Solidarity said it has issued a letter of demand regarding South Africa’s new R100 billion Transformation Fund, requesting that the DTIC does not proceed with the fund’s implementation until specific information is made available.

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is facing a financial crisis with R20bn in debt and only R5bn available, exacerbated by losing a High Court bid to extend a payment moratorium.

South Africa’s K3 zipline in Caledon is the world’s longest. This 3.2km thrill ride offers travellers a record-breaking adrenaline fix.

Dwight McNeil’s partner criticises Crystal Palace for “messing” with his mental health after the collapse of his transfer from Everton.

Electric vehicles are likely to make up 85% of new car sales in the EU from 2035, based on its plans to drop an effective ban on new combustion-engine models, though that share could drop to 50%, says clean transport advocacy group T&E.

Residents of Midrand and surrounding areas have been left without water for days, and are now taking to the streets to protest, saying they will not pay their municipal levies.

Domestic sales recorded 50,073 units, a gain of 7.5% compared to January 2025

From the misty heights of the Blyde River Canyon to the Wild Coast, we explore the best views in South Africa for every homesick expat.

South African mining giants are expecting a significant profit boost from higher commodity prices, which also spells good news for the state’s strained coffers.

Four witnesses are set to provide testimony before the parliamentary ad hoc committee probing allegations of criminality in the criminal justice system.

Witness F has threatened to withdraw from the commission unless his urgent application to halt proceedings is addressed by the high court.

Impala Platinum said its second-half profit likely jumped by about 400% from a year earlier because of the rally in metals. 

The Madlanga commission has dismissed North West businessman Suliman Carrim’s urgent application to block his subpoena, citing a lack of lawful basis and calling it an abuse of the court’s process.