Southern Africa
Everything SaharaWire has filed out of South Africa: public affairs, business, technology and culture, in one continuously updated archive.
Beyond the headlines
Former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila has joined forces with the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group to head a new outfit, amid an uncertain political climate in the Democratic Republic of Co...
Western Cape state land illegally occupied for Airbnbs and holiday homes, says Minister Dean Macpherson
VinFast announces incentives up to $60,000 for new electric motorcycle showrooms in Indonesia and Philippines.
South Africa's national football team, Bafana Bafana, defeated Seychelles 6-0 in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at FNB Stadium in 2018.
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou is pleased with his young team's growth despite a 2-0 defeat to Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final.
South Africa's petrol price hikes highlight need for domestic biofuels industry
South Africa's democracy faces challenges as protests and xenophobia surge amid economic struggles and state failures.
African Peer Review Mechanism launches AfCRA to provide alternative credit ratings for African sovereigns and institutions
South African retailer Boxer warns of higher food prices due to a R174 million diesel cost increase.
Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya resigns amid investigation into alleged criminality and corruption
A former parking lot in South Africa has been converted into a thriving food garden and Saturday market, providing fresh produce and community space.
Cape Town is deploying anti-vandalism technology, including reinforced streetlight poles and surveillance cameras, to combat cable thieves and protect its electricity network.
