September 28, 2023
South Africa: Constitutional Court Dismisses Political Party's Leave to Appeal Bid Against AfriForum
The two are often at each other's throats with court battles running since 2017 and some still being heard in the courts today. Read more »
South Africa: Inkatha Freedom Party Trumps the Opposition in Umhlathuze
The ANC and EFF's ambitions to retain control over the uMhlathuze Municipality have ended after a defeat by the IFP. Read more »
South Africa: Traffic on Highway at Standstill in Cash-in-Transit Heist Drama
Traffic on the M1 highway in Johannesburg came to a standstill on Thursday as police cordoned off the highway, treating it as a crime scene. Read more »
South Africa: Pollard Steps in Against Tonga
The smart money had it that Manie Libbok would come on at the start of the Springboks' match against Tonga on Sunday and Handré Pollard would be eased in sometime during the… Read more »
South Africa: Struggle Icon Aziz Pahad Dies, Aged 82
Aziz Pahad, one of the country's most prominent freedom fighters during apartheid, has died in Johannesburg aged 82. Read more »
South Africa: Power Utility is Pumping Dangerous Levels of Soot Into the Air - Report
Eskom has strained its coal-fired power facilities, causing four out of its 15 plants to violate government emission standards, according to a Reuters report confirmed by Eskom… Read more »
South Africa: Downs March On As Chiefs Edge Sekhukhune
Mamelodi Sundowns avoided their first defeat of the season after coming from behind to force a 3-1 victory over Stellenbosch at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Wednesday. Read more »
September 27, 2023
South Africa: Parties Pull Out All the Stops to Win By-Elections
At least 62 municipalities were hung in the past local government elections -- meaning they are now governed through coalitions. Read more »
South Africa: Johannesburg Faces Election Crisis
The ruling party has already made it clear it doesn't want to go to the 2024 national general elections with Al Jama-ah councillor Kabelo Gwamanda as the executive mayor. Read more »
South Africa: Heavy Rains Expected to Ease in Nelson Mandela Bay
Waterlogged roads, widespread water and electricity outages and uprooted trees due to strong winds were some of the consequences of the weekend's storm surge in the Eastern Cape. Read more »
South Africa: School Trip Takes Adventurous Turn After Storms Trap Learners at Resort
A helicopter was forced to come to the rescue of 61 Eastern Cape primary school learners, after the Western Cape storms trapped them at the Cango Mountain Resort on Tuesday… Read more »
September 26, 2023
South Africa: Another Joburg Building Catches Fire
Johannesburg has seen another building on fire, this time on Tuesday afternoon. Read more »
South Africa: Johannesburg Mayor Renames William Nicol Drive to Winnie Mandela Drive
Mayor Gwamanda has been missing in action for the past two weeks while large parts of the city suffered water cuts with a dozen water reservoirs almost running dry. Read more »
South Africa: Why Being Third Is Good for the Springboks
After the loss to Ireland, the Springboks have slipped to third in the world rankings behind France. Read more »
South Africa: Nelson Mandela's Granddaughter Dies
The Mandela family made the sad announcement on Instagram, sharing that the 43-year-old Zoleka was surrounded by loved ones during her last moments. Read more »
South Africa: 'Walk in Healthy and Get Wheeled Out Sick'
An investigation has been launched into the Livingstone Hospital in Gqeberha after one patient died and five others have been treated for infections after undoing surgeries. Read more »
South Africa: Pirates Set Sail for Cup Final After Three Straight Losses
Orlando Pirates have registered three successive defeats across all competitions -- yet they've managed to get through to the MTN8 final. Read more »
September 25, 2023
South Africa: Banyana Fall to U.S. Again
Banyana Banyana found it hard against the USA again following a 2-0 defeat in an international friendly match at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sunday. Read more »
South Africa: Nelson Mandela University Student Fatally Stabbed On Campus
A Nelson Mandela University student has been arrested after fatally stabbing a fellow student at an on-campus residence. Read more »
South Africa: Rescue Missions On As Cape Storms Ramp Up
Following the South African Weather Service's (SAWS) Orange Level 9 alert, rescue missions have started in the Overberg District Municipality, where several individuals are trapped… Read more »
South Africa: Mzansi's Weather Whirlwind
Welcome to the first edition of our weekly column, Weather Whirlwind, where we'll be outlining the nation's weather for the week ahead. This column is crafted by ChatGPT, and… Read more »
September 23, 2023
South Africa: Springboks Outsmarted!
Ireland beat the Springboks 13-8. Read more »
September 21, 2023
Africa: Ramaphosa Claims Peace Plan Progress After Talks With Ukraine President
There are some positive results coming out of the peace mission by African leaders to Ukraine and Russia in June. Read more »
Africa: South Africa's Adopted Son
Who can forget Rassie Erasmus choking back the tears as he told the story of Makazole Mapimpi - the man who had no family? Read more »
September 20, 2023
South Africa: Motlanthe Warned - 'Touch Ingonyama Trust, and It's War!'
A KwaZulu-Natal traditional leader has sent a strong message to the ANC and former interim president Kgalema Motlanthe, warning against any interference with the land administered… Read more »