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 »

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: '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: Another Joburg Building Catches Fire

Johannesburg has seen another building on fire, this time on Tuesday afternoon. 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: 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 »

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 »

South Africa: Springboks Outsmarted!

Ireland beat the Springboks 13-8. Read more »

South Africa: Bantu Holomisa Clings to Power As UDM Party 'Turns 26

Road to 2024: Bantu Holomisa walked out of the ANC 26 years ago to build an alternative for the black majority. Zukile Majova asks, how is that going? Read more »

South Africa: 'Occupied' ANC Office Set for Demolition

Florence Matomela House, the ANC regional office in Gqeberha, is to be demolition. Read more »

South Africa: Fire Rips Through Storage Facility in Marshalltown

Fear and unanswered questions linger in the minds of residents in the City of Johannesburg as more unexplained fires gut through buildings in Marshalltown. Read more »

South Africa: Water Water Everywhere, but Little to Drink in Johannesburg

The City of Jo'burg is going through a major water crisis. But just how bad is it? Read more »

South Africa: Sundowns Sink Pirates in High-Octane Clash

Orlando Pirates could not weather the storm as they were beaten 1-0 by Mamelodi Sundowns in a Premier Soccer League clash at Orlando Stadium on Wednesday. Read more »

South Africa: Supersport Sizzle As Chiefs Fizzle

Kaizer Chiefs' woes continued after they were edged 1-0 by SuperSport United in a Premier Soccer League tie at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday. Read more »

South Africa: Mother's Quick Call On Social Media Saves Child From Kidnapper

A Mthatha mother's quick response when her five-year-old daughter disappeared led to the alleged kidnapper being caught less than 24 hours after abducting the child. Read more »

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 »

Kenya: Kenyan Astronomer Puts Stars in Girls' Eyes

With her goal to spark a love for science and astronomy, particularly among young girls, Susan Murabana tours Kenya introducing others to the wonders of the cosmos. Read more »

Africa: CAF Increases Super Cup Prize Money... But Only for Men

The Confederation of African Football (Caf) has revealed that the prize money for the men's Super Cup will be 130% higher than last season, though the Women's Champions League… Read more »