South Africa lion breeders face uncertain future after ban
South Africa has over 8,000 lions living in captivity, the largest captive lion population in the world.
Sun Sep 01 2024
Early results in South Africa's election show ANC losing majority
Based on the early results, the ANC is projected to have roughly 42 pct of the vote when the count is over.
Thu May 30 2024
EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election?
Under South Africa's constitution, voters elect 400 members of the National Assembly, who then elect the president by a simple majority.
Wed May 29 2024
Thirty years after end of apartheid, equality eludes South Africa
South Africa's joblessness rate, among the highest in the world, is the number one concern for many voters.
Thu May 23 2024
Over the past week 130 world leaders spoke at the UN - Where were the women?
Fewer than 12% of those to stand at the lectern were women.
Wed Sep 27 2023
S. Africa president exonerated after inquiry into couch money
The bank came to its conclusion after an investigation that lasted about one year.
Tue Aug 22 2023
BRICS leaders meet in South Africa as bloc weighs expansion
The leaders are likely to discuss a framework and criteria for admitting new countries.
Tue Aug 22 2023
South African authorities arrest 87 ahead of anti-government protest
The EFF has called for a national shutdown to protest crippling power cuts and demand the resignation of President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Mon Mar 20 2023
South African cities scramble to keep the lights on
South Africans spend up to 10 hours daily without power.
Tue Feb 21 2023
Ramaphosa re-elected as leader of South Africa's ruling party
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected leader of the governing African National Congress (ANC), paving the way for him to contest the presidency again at 2024 elections.
Mon Dec 19 2022
King Charles hosts first state visit for S.Africa's Ramaphosa
The last state visit hosted by Elizabeth was that by former U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania in 2019.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Britain and the world prepare to say last farewell to Queen Elizabeth
Among the 2,000 in the congregation will be some 500 world leaders, including Biden, Emperor Naruhito of Japan, Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Mon Sep 19 2022
At least 22 young people die in South African tavern
SABC reported the deaths resulted from a possible stampede, but was scant on details as the exact cause of death remained unknown.
Mon Jun 27 2022
Dozens still missing as South Africa floods death toll rises to 443
The floods have left thousands homeless, knocked out power and water services and disrupted operations at the port in Durban.
Mon Apr 18 2022
FACTBOX - Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
Shanghai denies rumours of a city-wide lockdown after a sixth straight increase in daily asymptomatic COVID-19 cases surge to record levels.
Thu Mar 24 2022
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Guitar bought by Beatles' teenage Harrison for GBP58 sells for more than GBP1 million
A guitar bought by George Harrison for about GBP58 has sold at auction for more than GBP1 million (US$1.27 million), the PA Media news agenc
Thu Nov 21 2024
Duct-taped banana goes for $6.2 mln in Sotheby's art auction
A piece of art that is little more than a banana duct-taped to a wall sold at auction to cryptocurrency entrepreneur.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Australian teen dies from tainted liquor in Laos; fourth suspected victim
Spurious liquor is a problem in Laos, with the govts of Australia and Britain warning citizens to be cautious when taking drinks there.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Woman found in freezer died from chest injuries - Police
Preliminary post-mortem report reveals that the victim died from chest injuries caused by blunt trauma.
Thu Nov 21 2024