News South Africa

Ramaphosa said in his Sona the government would spend R156bn over the next three years on water and sanitation infrastructure.

A feud between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates across the Horn of Africa is overshadowing this weekend’s AU summit.

The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Residents are urged to use water sparingly to allow reservoirs to recover.

Although human interaction remains key in radio, adapting to new technology can help advance radio.

Several towns are experiencing water shortages as their dams and rivers run dry.

The meeting was postponed last weekend as the Joburg City Hall was too small.

The U.S. military says the strikes were carried out in retaliation of the December ambush that killed two U.S. soldiers and one American civilian interpreter.

Giving some newborns in Guinea-Bissau an established hepatitis B treatment but not others is “unethical”, it says.

The US Secretary of State reassures European leaders that the Trump administration backs the transatlantic alliance.

In a joint statement, the foreign ministries of the U.K., France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands say Navalny was poisoned by Russia with a lethal toxin derived from the skin of poison dart frogs.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the army will work with the police to fight organised crime and illegal mining.

Somali Islamist militant group al-Shabab has staged several attacks in Kenya, prompting the border to be closed.

Search efforts are continuing for the missing passengers, who included children.

Madagascar’s disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

This is the iconic South African precinct that made R11 billion in one year.

KPMG South Africa has named Joelene Pierce as its next CEO starting 1 March 2026.

Sithole says her re-election to the leadership position shows confidence and renewal of the mandate.

She has been accorded a Special Provincial Official Funeral, Category 2.

Niehaus cited the ANC’s step aside rule against Gigaba for wanting him to recuse himself.

The Ad Hoc Committee heard conflicting reports on Lazarus Mokgosi’s Naledi appointment.

Relebohile Mofokeng secured his third consecutive Man of the Match award after guiding Orlando Pirates to a 3-0 win over Gallants.

Ireland survive a major scare from Italy to claim their first win in this year’s Six Nations and deny the Azzurri a first championship victory in Dublin.

Orlando Pirates have opened a six-point gap on Mamelodi Sundowns at the top of the Betway Premiership, thanks to a 3-0 win over Marumo Gallants.

Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs are in Egypt to battle Zamalek for a place in the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinals.

Life goes on? Nadia Nakai – who dated the late rapper AKA – has teased the public with a romance with another music artist…

Bittersweet: Reeva Steenkamp’s mother June has regained the memory of her ‘baby’, who was tragically murdered 13 years ago…

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi hinted that he gifted his younger brother Liyema a brand-new car. Take a look…

Gallants moved down to 14th position on the log.

The Brazilians needed a win to advance from the group stage and started the match on the front foot.

For consenting adults, the department encouraged safe sex and avoiding ‘love without protection’.

The concert will take place on 14 June 2026 at Orlando Stadium in Soweto.

Bitcoin (BTC) is once again approaching a key psychological level, with traders watching closely as it eyes the $60,000 mark. After months of volatility and consolidation, the world’s largest cryptocurrency is trying to rebuild bullish momentum. At the same time, a newer altcoin that began gaining traction in 2025 has quietly delivered strong gains, outperforming […]

Ripple price analysis is back in the spotlight as investors ask a bold question: can XRP reclaim the $3 level in 2026? After months of uneven momentum and shifting market sentiment, XRP holders are watching key resistance zones closely. While Ripple remains one of the most recognized names in crypto, the path back to $3 […]

The Q1 of 2026 has brought a noticeable shift in how major capital moves across the crypto market. The era of chasing viral trends and short-lived meme rallies is fading. Instead, experienced investors are directing funds toward protocols that aim to modernize lending, borrowing, and on-chain financial infrastructure. Rather than holding onto slower-moving top altcoins, […]

Following a major accident, the last thing people want to hear is the words “write off”.

Lawmakers are cracking down on screen-dominated car interiors.

Preventing smash-and-grab attacks requires drivers to be proactive and alert.

A high number of elderly people on wards and respiratory cases in A&E prompt warnings from staff.