Four arrested over boxing champion's murder in South Africa
One of the suspects is due in court on Monday to be charged with murder and attempted murder.
World
bbc.co.uk
24.08.2026
Zolani Tete dies at 38: Former world champion found dead after shooting at his home in South Africa
Tete held titles at junior bantamweight and bantamweight in his 34-fight pro career
Sport
cbssports.com
23.08.2026
All Blacks slay Springboks in first Test upset at fortress Ellis Park
New Zealand outscored hosts South Africa five tries to one and win the first Test 33-16 at Ellis Park on Saturday to go one-up in the four-match series.
Sport
skysports.com
22.08.2026
Former world champion boxer shot dead outside his home
Former world champion boxer Zolani Tete has been shot dead outside his home in South Africa, government officials said.
World
news.sky.com
22.08.2026
Corruption charges dropped against South Africa's police intelligence boss
Officials had faced charges over the appointment of a civilian to a top post within crime intelligence.
World
bbc.co.uk
21.08.2026
Smoke and mirrors fill the vacuum as Springboks and All Blacks brace for battle
South Africa welcome New Zealand for their Greatest Rivalry series with the suspicion that they plan on beating the tourists at their own gameThe problem with Test weeks is that they can feel long. Cr
Sport
theguardian.com
21.08.2026
Two Mexicans arrested as police uncover big meth lab on South African farm
The overnight raid of the multi-million dollar drug operation took place near the border with Zimbabwe.
World
bbc.co.uk
21.08.2026
Errol Musk: ‘I’m Elon’s father, not his pal’
The far-right convener on his violent upbringing in South Africa, why he admires Vladimir Putin and Tommy Robinson — and his on-off relationship with his son
Finance
ft.com
21.08.2026
Kolisi overlooked by Springboks for first All Blacks Test
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has been omitted the team for Saturday's first Test against New Zealand at Ellis Park.
Sport
skysports.com
20.08.2026
Azerbaijan's MFA expressed its condolences to the Republic of South Africa
Azerbaijan
apa.az
20.08.2026
Cape Town's caracals expose a hidden rat poison problem for the city's wildlife
Rat poisons used in homes, businesses and on farms are moving into South Africa's wildlife, according to new research from the Urban Caracal Project, a key research and education initiative based in t
Science
phys.org
19.08.2026
Liberia agrees to take 1,200 third-country deportees from the U.S.
The 1,200 deportees will include Africans as well as nationals from North America, South America and the Caribbean, with the first batch of 20 expected on Thursday.
World
npr.org
19.08.2026
South Africa to Australia: Why coal profits are surging during Iran war
Coal companies are reporting a huge rise in profits, but analysts say global clean energy transition is still on track.
World
aljazeera.com
19.08.2026
Jailed businessman appears accused of bribes and cartel links
In South Africa, the Madlanga Commission set up last year to unpick allegations of unlawful kickbacks, cliques and corruption in the criminal justice system continues its investigations.
World
france24.com
18.08.2026
Rugby's greatest rivalry? The history of All Blacks vs Springboks
In 2026 there is no Rugby Championship, but there is a throwback-type tour which sees New Zealand's All Blacks visit South Africa for eight matches, including four Tests against the Springboks, live o
Sport
skysports.com
18.08.2026
Anti-migrants protesters gather outside SADC Summit
Protesters in South Africa gather outside of a meeting of regional leaders demanding that they fetch their people. Frustration continues to fester on all sides as Pretoria tries to repair fractured re
World
france24.com
17.08.2026
Terra Industries closes $52M seed round to build defense infrastructure for the Global South
African defense tech company Terra Industries announced an additional $18 million in funding, bringing its seed round to $52 million.
Tech
techcrunch.com
17.08.2026
Lions and tigers begin a long-awaited rescue from a notorious Argentine zoo
Thirty lions and tigers from a closed Argentine zoo are starting a new life at wildlife sanctuaries in South Africa and the United States
World
abcnews.com
15.08.2026
Halting the march of the African armyworm: a natural cure offers hope to farmers
South African scientist’s breakthrough research shows soil fungus could be used in fight against devastating crop pestHearing about fields full of dead caterpillars enveloped in a mysterious white sub
Science
theguardian.com
12.08.2026
Late snow blankets parts of southern Africa as winter nears its end
Late-season snow hits South Africa and Lesotho as the Northern Hemisphere swelters in heat and wildfires.
World
aljazeera.com
11.08.2026