Recent articles from publications based in South Africa.
Springboks vs Wallabies: Historic 2027 rematches already set
The South Africanby Bruce Douglas·14d ago
Springboks vs Wallabies: Historic 2027 rematches already set South Africa and Australia are set for at least 2 Tests next year, according to the international calendar so far.
36-hour water shutdown for Durban: More areas face supply cuts this week
The South Africanby Sundeeka Mungroo·14d ago
36-hour water shutdown for Durban: More areas face supply cuts this week A major water maintenance shutdown could affect parts of Durban’s Inner West, Outer West, North and South regions this week.
Electric delivery bikes gain ground as petrol heads for R30/litre
TechCentralby Fanie van Rooyen·14d ago
Kenyan motorcycle company ARC Ride has launched an electric delivery bike in South Africa priced from R22 500, betting that last-mile riders paying close to R27/l for petrol would rather pay per...
Are great white sharks finally coming back to South Africa's waters? [video]
The South Africanby Nicole Burger·14d ago
Are great white sharks finally coming back to South Africa’s waters? [video] For years, one of South Africa’s most iconic marine encounters all but vanished.
March and March protest: SA braces for MASS action on Wednesday
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·14d ago
March and March protest: SA braces for MASS action on Wednesday South Africa is bracing for another day of mass protest action as March and March prepares to take to the streets on Wednesday, 30...
What R10 000 can buy for a family in South Africa vs Botswana
The South Africanby Dumani Moyo·14d ago
What R10 000 can buy for a family in South Africa vs Botswana What can R10 000 buy for a family in South Africa compared with Botswana? We compare September 2026 grocery and fuel prices.
Ethiopia’s peace deal is unravelling – what went wrong with the Tigray agreement
The Conversation Africaby Alemayehu Fentaw Weldemariam, Ph.D. Fellow, Center for Constitutional Democracy, Indiana University·14d ago
The Pretoria peace deal in Ethiopia was an agreement to cease hostilities. It wasn’t a comprehensive political settlement.
Confirmed: When the Springboks will reassemble
The South Africanby Craig Lewis·14d ago
Confirmed: When the Springboks will reassemble The Springboks will soon set their sights on the remaining Test challenges this year after receiving a wake-up all against Australia.
Why can you smell rain before it arrives?
The South Africanby Shyleen Choruma·14d ago
Why can you smell rain before it arrives? That familiar earthy smell of rain has a name, and science explains exactly where it comes from and why we can smell it.
Two Gupta brothers still wanted by Interpol - Firoz Cachalia
The South Africanby Garrin Lambley·14d ago
Two Gupta brothers still wanted by Interpol – Firoz Cachalia Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia has confirmed that Rajesh and Atul Gupta are still being sought by Interpol.
South Africa's next energy crisis is in the accounts department
TechCentralby Craig Holmes·14d ago
In the first half of 2026, 17 independent power producer projects reached commercial operation in South Africa, adding 1.92GW.
Kaizer Chiefs' Mfundo Vilakazi has changed
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe·14d ago
Kaizer Chiefs’ Mfundo Vilakazi has changed Mfundo Vilakazi’s tactical maturity has proved crucial in what has been a functional but unconvincing, start to the 2026/27 Betway Premiership season for...
'Take responsibility': Rachel Kolisi calls on men in fight against GBV
The South Africanby Alicia Naidoo·14d ago
‘Take responsibility’: Rachel Kolisi calls on men in fight against GBV Rachel Kolisi has called on the men of South Africa to start having open conversations and take responsibility for change.
Siya Kolisi expected to make Stormers comeback this Friday
The South Africanby Craig Lewis·14d ago
Siya Kolisi expected to make Stormers comeback this Friday Siya Kolisi recently joined up with the Stormers and could be in line for his highly-anticipated comeback match this weekend.
Why everyone is talking about Emile Witbooi
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe·14d ago
Why everyone is talking about Emile Witbooi Emile Witbooi has emerged as one of the biggest talking points in South African football after another impressive showing for Amajita at the COSAFA U20...
Orlando Pirates treble winner announces retirement at 36
The South Africanby Eliot Mahlase·14d ago
Orlando Pirates treble winner announces retirement at 36 Former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana striker Bongani ‘Drogba’ Ndulula has officially called time on his football career at the age of...
Caregiver shares struggles of SASSA old-age pensioners
The South Africanby Ray Leathern·14d ago
Caregiver shares struggles of SASSA old-age pensioners A caregiver of the elderly has shared the struggles SASSA old-age pensioners endure every day. But will government listen?
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Matchday two results
The South Africanby Siseko Gwegwe·14d ago
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Matchday two results The Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2027 qualifiers continued on Monday with four matches producing important results across the continent.
URC Round 2: Why some teams won’t get their Springbok boost
The South Africanby Bruce Douglas·14d ago
URC Round 2: Why some teams won’t get their Springbok boost Some of the Springboks who faced Australia in Perth may not feature in the URC Round 2 this weekend.
September school holidays: Six things to do with kids in Durban
The South Africanby Alicia Naidoo·14d ago
September school holidays: Six things to do with kids in Durban From aquarium fun to budget friendly picnics and more, here are six things to do with kids during the school holidays in Durban.
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