Southern Africa
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Beyond the headlines
Three suspected extortionists were shot dead by police in Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape, after officers responded to reports of businesses being targeted in Nothintsila village.
Caribbean singer Judy Boucher recovering in UK hospital after fall at home in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
At least nine people were reportedly murdered in Grabouw during October 2026, raising fears that extortion related violence is taking hold in the Overberg town.
South Africa's Reserve Bank delays Jibar rate discontinuation due to legislative loopholes
South African court rules EFF cannot coerce individual into standing for office against their will
South Africa's Electoral Commission assures citizens of credible local government elections amid attempts to impugn the polls.
Financial transactions following AKA's murder revealed in court
Mamelodi Sundowns beat Golden Arrows 1-0 to qualify for the Carling Knockout Cup semi-final.
Ivorian sprinter Bosson Greccy Hillary, 17, prepares to compete in the 100m at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, driven by a dream to make her mark on the world stage.
South Africa's IEC warns parties to stop campaigning by midnight ahead of local government elections
Western Cape local government elections face threats from political intolerance, intra-party conflict, and protests.
Residents of Maheights informal settlement in Tshwane are eager to vote in the local government elections, hoping for an end to their struggles with accessing clean water, electricity, an...
