Southern Africa
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Patients at Finetown Healthcare Centre face repeated trips to collect chronic medication due to alleged shortages of essential medication.
The CN Pillay Hospice hosted its Family and Friends Fun Day, featuring lively music, entertainment, and sporting activities, to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and celebrate a r...
Highway Sheila 2, the sequel to Highway Sheila: Resurrection, hits South African cinemas on December 4, 2026, with premieres in Durban and Johannesburg.
MK Party official says 1994's political freedom hasn't translated to economic freedom for black South Africans.
Poor service delivery is likely to influence voters in South Africa's 2026 Local Government Elections, with many communities struggling with basic services.
Over 450 pupils from Phoenix primary schools participated in the 2026 KFC Mini-Cricket season, featuring Saturday morning matches and a highlight festival.
Five men taken in for questioning over violent attacks against foreign nationals in Durban, including a murder.
Economists say end of duty-free benefits under Agoa will not be catastrophic, but labour federation Cosatu warns of potential job losses
Municipalities in South Africa must address the impact of migration on planning, infrastructure, and service delivery without scapegoating migrants.
South Africa marks National Children's Day on November 7 and World Children's Day on November 20, highlighting children's rights, education, and dignity.
Residents and businesses in Pinetown South face unreliable water supplies for second week
Over 300 voting stations in KwaZulu-Natal classified as high risk ahead of 2026 local government elections
