News South Africa

South Africa’s economy is growing slightly faster than before but still far too slowly to absorb new labour-market entrants, reduce unemployment, or prevent living standards from declining.

Pitso Mosimane has made himself available for the Bafana Bafana coaching seat which will be vacant after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The inquiry head says it is “surprising” that new material is being uncovered years after the case began.

FIFA has made tickets for next year’s World Cup more affordable, and Bafana Bafana fans can now start purchasing.

Tshwakuwill is leading a multi-disciplinary team in inspecting a dangerous hijacked building

Firefighters battle blaze at historic Laborie Wine estate in the Boland.

It’s reported that most crashes caused by speeding, illegal overtaking and unroadworthy vehicles

Seventeen initiates in the Eastern Cape died during the summer initiation season

New South Wales will look at passing hate speech laws after Australia’s deadliest shooting in almost 30 years.

The partial release of documents includes photos of the late sex offender’s properties, audio files and redacted documents.

The Trump administration launched military strikes in Syria to “eliminate” Islamic State group fighters in retaliation for an attack that killed two U.S. troops and an American interpreter a week ago.

Morocco has spent more than a decade reshaping its football, but will hosting Afcon 2025 allow the country to end a 50-year wait for the trophy?

Ugandan law requires public servants to remain politically neutral and bars them from active politics.

Former world champion and Olympian Lawrence Okolie believes his decision to fight in Lagos will inspire other big British names including Anthony Joshua.

Communities grapple daily with failing health services, entrenched corruption and gender inequality, leaving women and girls literally walking for survival

Discovery Insure has highlighted the increased risk of hijacking in the final months of the year, and has urged motorists to check their trackers.

Investors are betting big on Clicks, with international investors expected to invest heavilty in the retailer.

South African motorists are being urged to stay alert over the busy festive season, as criminals exploit unpaid fines and heightened travel activity to scam and intimidate road users.

Anuradha Mittal was ejected from the board of the ice cream maker this week.

The proposed salary increases, if approved, could see the President earning R3.4 million annually.

The enquiry is investigating suspended advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

Diplomacy, domestic strains and a test of political authority underlined this year’s presidency

American Lindsey Vonn claims third podium finish in four World Cup races this winter ahead of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder George Maluleka has explained why he left Naturena and joined Mamelodi Sundowns in 2020

India have drop Test and one-day international captain Shubman Gill from their squad for the T20 World Cup.

South Africa tactician Hugo Broos stands out among the 24 coaches at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

Despite facing numerous systems challenges, 2026 Social Relief of Distress Grants have been extended for another year …

The US Justice Department began releasing a cache of records from its investigations into the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

South Africans have launched a petition to deport British-born real estate agent Phil Craig, leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group.

Idris Elba was so overwhelmed by his Madame Tussauds figure that he called his mother on the spot to see if she could see the difference.

The promotions take effect as of 1 December 2025.

‘Because we were the bronze medallists a year ago, our opponents will be extremely motivated to beat us,’ said the Bafana head coach.

South Africa secured a historic Test series win before losing the ODI and T20 series on their five-week tour.

A national football federation announcement said Haller will be replaced by Evann Guessand from Aston Villa.

UN body to study possibility of integrating centuries-old practices into mainstream healthcare

From herbalists in Africa gathering plants to use as poultices to acupuncturists in China using needles to cure migraines, or Indian yogis practising meditation, traditional remedies have increasingly being shown to work, and deserve more attention and research, according to a World Health...

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Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Frankenstein, and Klaus are just a few of the movies you should watch on Netflix this month.

Wicked, Merry Little Batman, and Die Hard are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.

My brake pedal makes a strange noise, my engine fan has a mind of its own – but I still get to my destination.

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency has clarified what will happen to motorists’ driving licences once the demerit point system goes live.

The European Union pulled back from an effective ban on combustion engines and offered more flexibility for carmakers in the transition to cleaner transport after months of industry pressure.

Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels.