Southern Africa
Everything SaharaWire has filed out of South Africa: public affairs, business, technology and culture, in one continuously updated archive.
Beyond the headlines
An 18-year-old woman accusing former police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya of rape has expressed fear for her life, urging the court to deny him bail.
COSATU reconvenes its 15th National Congress in Kempton Park, downplaying recent leadership battles and Gwede Mantashe's walkout.
Huawei's latest smartwatch, the GT 7 Pro, has launched in South Africa, offering a range of advanced health and fitness features, including a unique Physical Readiness score.
Helen Zille's coalition choices will be crucial for Johannesburg's future, says analyst William Gumede.
AKA's road manager Siyabonga Mdluli testifies in Durban High Court about the moments leading to Tibz's fatal shooting outside Wish restaurant.
South African political parties defend submitting single-name PR lists for local polls
South African jurist Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for contributions to peace, justice, and international law.
South Africa's economy shows tentative signs of quarterly recovery despite monthly dip in September
The India-South Africa Traditional Medicines Symposium and Exhibition was held in Durban, South Africa, in partnership with the Consulate General of India and the Ministry of Ayush.
Western Cape government explores adding Navi Pillay's statue to Nobel Square in Cape Town, joining other South African Nobel Peace Prize laureates.
A fourth fire at a central substation in Johannesburg's CBD has caused a power outage, affecting several areas in the inner city.
AKA's road manager testifies in murder trial, describing moments before slain rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and friend Chef Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane were killed on Florida road in February 2...
