Recent articles from publications based in South Africa.
The Conversation Africaby Lindsay Favero, PhD Student, Michigan State University21 Aug 2026
Across southern Africa, sitting presidents have faced a wave of turnovers and electoral setbacks in the past few years. Malawi and Botswana saw opposition victories.
The South Africanby Tarryn-Leigh Solomons21 Aug 2026
SAPS reacts as Crime Intelligence boss Khumalo charges dropped SAPS has welcomed the withdrawal of charges against Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo as he turns his focus back to organised...
TechCentralby Paratus Group21 Aug 2026
Paratus Uganda has become the first provider in the country to launch Starlink’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite service, three months after the Uganda Communications Commission granted SpaceX an...
The South Africanby Mary Alson21 Aug 2026
This is how much you need to retire comfortably in Cape Town If you’re thinking of spending your twilight years in Cape Town, this is what you need to retire comfortably.
The South Africanby Eliot Mahlase21 Aug 2026
SAFA run to Molefi Ntseki amid Pitso Mosimane standoff SAFA could turn to Molefi Ntseki as an interim Bafana Bafana coach amid the uncertainty surrounding Pitso Mosimane.
The South Africanby Nicole Burger21 Aug 2026
Dua Lipa’s Italian getaway had one word fans keep repeating in the comments (Pics) Dua Lipa just shared a new bikini carousel from Italy, and fans are already calling it one of her best looks yet.
The South Africanby Ernest Makhaya21 Aug 2026
Kaizer Chiefs announce loan deal for another academy graduate The 22-year-old defender spent last season at Botswana’s Black Lions, and Kaizer Chiefs have decided to loan him out again.
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe21 Aug 2026
Motsepe Foundation Championship finally kicks off The Motsepe Foundation Championship finally gets underway this weekend, with nine fixtures scheduled across South Africa as teams begin their push...
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe21 Aug 2026
Full list: 13th player leaves Orlando Pirates Orlando Pirates have undergone a major squad overhaul ahead of the 2026/27 season, with 13 exits to reshape their squad.
The South Africanby Craig Lewis21 Aug 2026
Confirmed: Who will sing the national anthems at Ellis Park Here is who will sing the national anthems prior to the Springboks’ Test against the All Blacks at Ellis Park on Saturday.
The South Africanby Nicole Burger21 Aug 2026
South Africa’s sun is stronger than most people realise, even right now It’s still technically winter, but SAWS keeps flagging “high” UVB warnings, and there’s a reason South Africa’s sun hits...
The South Africanby Ernest Makhaya21 Aug 2026
Molefi Ntseki could return as Bafana Bafana coach… for now Molefi Ntseki is seen as SAFA’s Plan B should negotiations for the Bafana Bafana job with Pitso Mosimane continue to drag.
The South Africanby Nicole Burger21 Aug 2026
One thing could stop you claiming your PowerBall jackpot, and it has nothing to do with your numbers Matching all six numbers means nothing if the wrong detail slips your mind afterwards, and it’s...
The South Africanby Eliot Mahlase21 Aug 2026
‘Score goals or supporters will call for your head’: Kaizer Chiefs striker warned Kaizer Chiefs striker Etiosa Ighodaro has struggled to find his feet since arriving at Naturena last season.
The South Africanby Megan van den Heever21 Aug 2026
St Stithians mourn passing of another past pupil St Stithians is mourning the passing of another past pupil, just weeks after the shock deaths of Cameron Waldeck-Cooks and Ethan Coetzee.
The South Africanby Sundeeka Mungroo21 Aug 2026
Durban water repairs at risk as thousands of plumbers face uncertainty eThekwini is facing pressure to resolve its plumbing contractor crisis as water leaks and bursts remain active across the...
The South Africanby Nicole Burger21 Aug 2026
Jennifer Lopez’s Rome trip with her twins had one detail that got fans emotional (Pics) Jennifer Lopez just shared a Rome getaway with her twins, and the timing behind it is what’s really getting...
The South Africanby Eliot Mahlase21 Aug 2026
‘Something is happening at Pirates’: Bucs legend raises muti concerns Pirates legend Albert ‘Bashin’ Mahlangu has made a stunning claim about muti in the PSL.
The South Africanby Sundeeka Mungroo21 Aug 2026
Durban water supply hit by major pipeline leak after planned repairs Parts of Durban are facing another water shutdown after a severe leak developed on the Southern Aqueduct during pipeline...
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley21 Aug 2026
Top 10 most-capped Test players list – UPDATED Veteran lock Eben Etzebeth will extend his record as the most capped Springbok of all time to 143 matches against the All Blacks on Saturday.
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