Southern Africa
Everything SaharaWire has filed out of South Africa: public affairs, business, technology and culture, in one continuously updated archive.
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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
South Africa's IEC strengthens security at ballot storage facilities amid disruptions and intimidation ahead of local government elections.
Chippa United midfielder Obakhe Tshaya aims to make an impact after joining from Hope FC in the ABC Motsepe League, putting his biomedical science studies on hold.
Haier launches Horizon and Flexmo Series refrigerators in South Africa, offering stylish designs, advanced food preservation technology, and long-term warranty support.
Western Cape MEC Anton Bredell seeks court order to remove Theewaterskloof Municipality's acting director, Tracy Mbalo-Tshungwana, citing irregular appointment.
Americans vote in midterm elections, with Democrats likely to gain House control
Residents of Saulsville hostel in South Africa's City of Tshwane face numerous challenges, including sewage spills, crime, and unemployment, as another election approaches.
A controversial payment of R822,000 allegedly made by Durban taxi boss Mfundo Gcaba to murder accused Mziwethemba Gwabeni dominated proceedings in the murder trial of rapper Kiernan “AKA”...
Jamiatul Ulama KZN apologizes for deleted Halloween post saying Hindus, Christians worship 'Shaytan'
The IEC reports 133,931 special votes cast in KwaZulu-Natal, amid security incidents and rain-related challenges.
