February 11, 2023
South Africa: Coastal City Running Low on Water
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality warned residents on Thursday that water cuts could be on the way. Read more »
February 07, 2023
South Africa: Meet Unathi Nxumalo, Mzansi's Mountain Biking Star
Rising mountain bike star Unathi Nxumalo has signed a professional cycling contract with Pump for Peace racing team. Read more »
South Africa: Former Pirates Captain John Moeti Dies After Long Illness
Former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana midfielder John Moeti has passed away aged 55 after battling with illness for eight months. Read more »
South Africa: Pupils Boycott School, Demanding Justice for Murdered Learner
Learners across Gauteng have vowed not to step foot in school until the three men charged with the murder of learner Shaun Mphela are denied bail. Read more »
South Africa: Flood Victims Still Living in Hall Seven Years Later
For over seven years, at least 30 people who were displaced during the 2016 floods in Durban have been stuck in a flea-ridden community hall in Isipingo, south of Durban. Read more »
South Africa: Teacher in Custody After Murder of Car Guards
Four car guards suspected of stealing headlights outside a pub were kidnapped, stuffed in the boot of cars and taken to the veld where they were tortured by five men. Read more »
February 06, 2023
South Africa: World's Largest Internet Cable Arrives in Mzansi
2Africa, the world's largest fibre optic cable, has arrived in Amanzimtoti, south of Durban. Read more »
South Africa: ANC Launches Charm Offensive to Win Royal Favour
The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal has placed Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini at the heart of its plan to win voters in the province. Read more »
February 05, 2023
Senegal/Algeria: Afcon Champions Senegal Strike Again in CHAN Tournament
Senegal sealed the double with a penalty shootout win over Algeria in the final of the African Nations Championship (Chan) at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Algiers on Saturday. Read more »
February 04, 2023
South Africa: Unstoppable Sundowns Too Much for Pirates
Cassius Mailula's early goal fired Mamelodi Sundowns to a record-extending 15 consecutive Premier Soccer League wins following a 1-0 victory over Orlando Pirates at Orlando Stadium… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: The Congolese in Belgium - the Most Educated Uber Drivers in the World
Sousa Jamba in Brussels says the Pope justifiably condemned the looting of the DRC this week, but the Congolese are still drawn to their former colonial power Read more »
February 02, 2023
South Africa: Tourism Ministry Denies Reports of Proposed Tottenham Hotspur Sponsorship Deal
South Africa's tourism ministry has denied reports suggesting it planned to sponsor Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur. Read more »
February 01, 2023
Ghana: Ghanaian Finally Takes a Break After Over 250 Matches
Inaki Williams had featured in every single La Liga Santander game since August 2016, spanning a record of 251 consecutive league appearances. Read more »
South Africa: Family Asks for Victim's Suicide Note to Be Read to School Bullies
The family of a Creighton teenager, who committed suicide after being bullied about her looks at school, want her suicide note to be read out during her school memorial service. Read more »
January 31, 2023
South Africa: Brothers Among the Dead in Birthday Killings
A birthday celebration in the township of Kwazakhele in Gqeberha, turned deadly on Sunday afternoon when two gunmen stormed in and opened fire in the crowded room. Read more »
January 30, 2023
South Africa: Unemployed Doctors Take to Streets
Doctors took to the streets on Thursday to demand that the national health department hire more than 1,000 newly qualified medics who can't find work. Read more »
South Africa: Gunmen Kill Eight At Birthday Party
A birthday celebration ended in a bloodbath when eight people were shot and killed in KwaZakhele, Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape on Sunday night. Read more »
South Africa: Nelson Mandela Bay Prays for Rain
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality resorted to holding prayer sessions last week to call for rain as it endures the worst drought in its history. Read more »
January 28, 2023
South Africa: Zuma Makes Another Political Comeback
The old man is not ready to limp into the sunset just yet. Read more »
Africa: The Diva Who Brought African Pop to the World Stage
Revered as "Africa's premier diva" by Time magazine, Angelique Kidjo has been instrumental in putting African music on the global stage. Read more »
January 27, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: In the DRC Politicians Score With Football
Football is often used as a pawn in the game of politics worldwide. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is no different. Read more »
South Africa: U.S. Treasury Secretary Takes On ANC Bigwigs in Fight for Renewable Energy
There is nowhere to hide for ANC bosses and government leaders who want to sabotage South Africa's migration from coal-powered fire stations to cleaner energy sources. Read more »
January 26, 2023
South Africa: Bafana Star Booted for Being 'Overweight and Late'
Bafana Bafana star Ayanda Patosi has got himself offloaded by Persian Gulf Pro League side Foolad for misconduct. Read more »
South Africa: Burnley's Bafana Signing 'Better Than' Messi and Ronaldo
English Championship side Burnley FC have unveiled South Africa international Lyle Foster with a hilarious Shrek-inspired video. Read more »
January 25, 2023
South Africa: Sensational Lyle Foster On Cusp of Historic Premier League Move
Players on the move: Join Razeen Gutta for a weekly roundup of all the biggest deals taking place around South Africa and Europe. Read more »
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