Southern Africa
Everything SaharaWire has filed out of South Africa: public affairs, business, technology and culture, in one continuously updated archive.
Beyond the headlines
The trailer for Ramayana: Rise of a Legend has been released, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, set to screen at Nu Metro in South Africa on November 6, 2026.
South African businesses praised for resilience, but governance failure hampers competitiveness
Informal traders feed millions in African cities, but their voices are ignored in food policy decisions, entrenching corporate power and neglecting their realities.
The United Nations is struggling to adapt to 21st-century pressures, with member states disagreeing on reform goals, financing, and authority.
Creatine, often associated with bodybuilding, may have benefits for women, particularly as they age and experience menopause, in maintaining muscle strength and overall health.
Lions lose to Glasgow Warriors, ending their European tour without points
Makana Local Municipal Council meeting addresses governance breakdowns, bad debt, and infrastructure challenges
South African Police Service flags potential flashpoints linked to service delivery protests, community unrest, and other security incidents ahead of 2026 local government elections.
South African visual artist and activist Zanele Muholi has been recognised as the 2026 Hasselblad Award laureate.
Families of 37 artisanal miners who died in custody in Nigeria demand swift justice and return of seized property.
Pick n Pay's turnaround strategy is showing convincing signs of working, with losses narrowing and margins improving, but the retailer still faces significant challenges.
South Africa's reform tracker hits new high despite port problems
