Following protests over the alleged installation of Solomon Eziko as ‘Igwe Ndigbo’ (Igbo King of East London), home affairs minister Leon Schreiber says that despite the ‘coronation’ being disrespectful, he does not condone violence.

A man, 37, is arrested in relation to the incident and remains in custody, police say.

South Africa has seen an increase in the number of citizens living abroad choosing to return to the country.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office said London would try to persuade Washington to give its formal approval

In an emotional farewell at the DA’s federal congress, John Steenhuisen said he was waiting for the new leadership to decide his fate

Nigeria has convicted nearly 400 Islamist militants after mass trials this week in the capital, Abuja

Outgoing federal council Helen Zille calls on delegates to campaign in good spirit and accept congress outcomes

The 66-year-old broadcaster is “responding well to treatment”, his employer GB News said in a statement.

Transnet’s inability to meet demand with its freight logistics is severely constraining South Africa’s growth.

Arena Holdings photographers Masi Losi, Refilwe Kholomonyane and Veli Nhlapho capture the first day of the DA 2026 Federal Congress taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand

Finbar Sullivan, 21, was fatally stabbed at Primrose Hill in north London.

BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega hears from people affected by this week’s attacks.

A man is charged over the deaths of two men and two women who drowned trying to cross the Channel on Thursday.