July 25
South Africa: Ruth Weiss' Lifelong Struggle for Justice
As South African journalist Ruth Weiss turns 100, DW spoke with her about her lifelong commitment to seeking justice for those experiencing racism and antisemitism. Read more »
July 10
South Africa: 12 Schoolchildren and Driver Killed in Fiery Crash
Local education officials said 12 children from two schools in Gauteng province were killed. The incident took place as the children were being driven to school. Read more »
July 09
South Africa: Spanish Tourist Trampled By Elephant Herd
Authorities said the man disembarked from his car in the Pilanesberg National Park in the North West province. Visitors are warned not to leave their vehicles. Read more »
July 01
Africa: South Africa's New Unity Cabinet Explained
President Cyril Ramaphosa has named his cabinet after several weeks of intense negotiations between the ANC and the 10 other parties that form South Africa's government of national… Read more »
June 19
South Africa: Waiting for New Cabinet After Ramaphosa's Inauguration
Ramaphosa has taken his oath of office and will lead a government of national unity. Among those partnering him in government are his largest rivals, the Democratic Alliance. Read more »
June 17
South Africa: Zuma's MK Party to Join Opposition Alliance
Former South African President Jacob Zuma's MK party says it wants to coordinate efforts against the unity government led by the African National Congress (ANC), claiming a May… Read more »
June 14
Africa: South Africa Unity Government - a New Political Era Dawns
Analysts see the new unity government comprising the ANC and the opposition DA as a chance to stabilize the country. Read more »
South Africa: Unity Government Deal Reached
The African National Congress and Democratic Alliance have reached a deal to form a unity government along with the Inkatha Freedom Party. President Cyril Ramaphosa is likely to be… Read more »
June 11
South Africa: Pros and Cons of a National Unity Government
The ANC has proposed forming a national unity government after failing to win a majority in the May election. What does that mean? And would it even work in the politically… Read more »
June 03
South Africa: ANC Eyes Potential Coalition Partners
Informal talks between South African party bigwigs are underway in an effort to form a governing alliance following last week's election. DW asked ordinary South Africans who they… Read more »
June 02
South Africa: South Africa - ANC Loses Majority in Crucial Vote
The results are in: South Africa's governing ANC has lost its outright majority in the country for the first time since South African democracy began 30 years ago. What does this… Read more »
May 30
South Africa: South Africa Election - ANC Losing Majority in Early Results
The African National Congress could lose its parliamentary majority for the first time, according to partial election results. It remains unclear who a potential coalition partner… Read more »
May 26
South Africa: How South Africa Is Working to Become a New Global Player
South Africa is not just the strongest industrial nation on the continent, it is also making a name for itself internationally as a diplomatic powerhouse and the voice of the… Read more »
May 22
South Africa: Who Are South Africa's Presidential Candidates?
Nearly 28 million South Africans will head to the polls on May 29 for a much-anticipated general election. These are the main contenders to watch. Read more »
May 20
South Africa: Top Court Bars Ex-President Zuma From Election
South Africa is set to hold a general election next week in which the ruling African National Congress (ANC) could lose its majority for the first time since 1994. Jacob Zuma's MK… Read more »
May 17
South Africa: Israel to Respond to Rafah Genocide Charges At International Court of Justice
South Africa has filed an urgent request to the UN's top court for provisional measures, including ordering a cease-fire in Gaza. This is the third hearing on the war between… Read more »
May 16
South Africa: South Africa Election 2024 - What's At Stake?
The ruling ANC is projected to lose its majority in the May 29 elections. For many voters, the polls offer another shot at restoring hope in South Africa's democracy. Read more »
May 11
South Africa: Survivor Found 5 Days After George Building Collapse
Officials have described the rescue as a "miracle." Dozens of people are still missing after the collapse of the apartment building. Read more »
May 09
South Africa: South Africa - Dozens Missing Days After Building Collapse
Twenty-nine of the 75 workers who were at the site when the building collapsed in the city of George have been pulled out of the rubble alive. Six, however, have life-threatening… Read more »
May 01
Africa: Apartheid Victims Demand Reparations
Thirty years after the end of apartheid, dozens of South Africans have set up a protest camp outside the Constitutional Court. They are demanding reparations for human rights… Read more »
April 27
South Africa: 30 Years On, South Africa's Dream of Unity Lies Shattered
Thirty years after the end of apartheid, South Africa is looking back on a democratic but deeply divided society. Political divisions have fueled a growing disappointment with… Read more »
April 03
South Africa: Parliament Speaker Resigns Amid Corruption Probe
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is accused of soliciting bribes during her time as defense minister before she became the speaker of parliament. The resignation comes ahead of a general… Read more »
March 28
South Africa: Former President Jacob Zuma Barred From Running in Election
The former president has been expelled from the ruling ANC and has been campaigning for the newly formed MK party. An MK spokesman said the party will appeal the decision made by… Read more »
South Africa: Girl, 8, Thought to Be Sole Survivor After Bus Goes Over Cliff
A bus went over a cliff in South Africa's northern province of Limpopo. South Africa's transport minister expressed condolences to the families of the victims. Read more »
March 20
South Africa: Can South African Airways Soar After Sale Falls Through?
South African Airways' future hangs in the balance after a deal to keep it in business failed. The Takatso Consortium wanted to buy a controlling stake in the airline -- but… Read more »