News South Africa

Newly promoted Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar crashes his car in wet conditions on the second day of Formula 1 pre-season testing.

South Africa is considering imposing tariffs of up to 50% on vehicles from China and India as it moves to protect its automotive industry from a flood of imports.

Pilane is now officially recognised as the rightful traditional leader of Bakgatla-Ba-Kgafela.

Municipal workers affiliated to SAMWU and IMATU have again downed tools over unpaid salaries

The bodies of the three were found by a community member.

An inquest docket has been opened after the man was found dead.

Young Iranians able tell the BBC how they saw friends and other people die as security forces crushed protests earlier this month.

He has been described as an avid outdoorsman who loved mountain biking.

India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement, at a time when Washington targets them both with steep import tariffs, pushing major economies to seek alternate partnerships.

On a visit to Ankara, Bola Tinubu was filmed stumbling and falling after walking past soldiers and dignitaries.

Franco-Chadian military relations have been strained after Chad abruptly ended its defence agreement with France.

Kenyan middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon plans to build a maternity facility in her hometown Keringet in partnership with her shoe sponsor.

Prosecutors say Paul Mackenzie lured the latest victims to their deaths by writing notes from his prison cell.

Mafia-style syndicates are now targeting homes in some of the country’s top suburbs.

Adv. Adila Hassim asks Gen. Lesetja Senona why Cat sent him a video of an internal SAPS meeting.

Lawson Naidoo says Ad Hoc Committee isn’t functioning as it should because of political interests

KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Gen Senona says allegations made by Gen. Khumalo are nothing but baseless

Lesetja Senona is alleged to have assisted Cat Matlala to secure a R360 million SAPS tender.

The Premier Soccer League has confirmed the dates, venues, and kick-off times for the 2026 Nedbank Cup Round of 32. Defending champions Kaizer Chiefs are playing on 4 February.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot says his side can do “special things” if they improve, but refuses to say what he considers to be an “acceptable” season.

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has made 10 selection changes to Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership at Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and a reporter share a heated exchange over comments he made about new Premier League referee Farai Hallam following Manchester City’s 2-0 win over Wolves.

Officials from the City of Johannesburg have said that ignoring the notice could lead to the suspension of municipal services.

EFF leader Julius Malema has urged US President Donald Trump to ‘drink poison’ over his claims that South Africa has a ‘white genocide’.

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Concerns were raised regarding the NPA’s lack of autonomy.

Sly Dunbar, the human metronome who defined the beat of roots reggae and dancehall, has died.

Outa says threats from Eskom and municipalities are creating unnecessary confusion and anxiety for households and companies

Users of Facebook, Instagram, and Threads can no longer share links to ICE List, a website listing what it claims are the names of thousands of DHS employees.

Watermark Investments has formalized a long-horizon capital strategy framework designed to support institutional and professional investors seeking stability, regulatory clarity, and disciplined growth in an increasingly interconnected global financial system. The framework reflects the firm’s view that capital allocation decisions must be guided by structural realities rather than short-term...

Whether you’re working from home or just trying to hit your step goals, these walking pad deals make it easy to move every day.

Chinese brands are gaining popularity in South Africa’s used car market.

Annual salary increases in South Africa are beating inflation, but still contend with new vehicle prices.

Almost a quarter of adults in England do not drink alcohol, according to new figures from a health survey.

Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo suggests taking micro-moments to calm yourself.