South Africa's ex-President Jacob Zuma won't return to prison due to overcrowding
President Cyril Ramaphosa approved his release, extending the same to more than 9,000 low-risk prisoners.
2023-08-11 17:58
Period poverty: In Africa, women are being priced out of buying sanitary ware
BBC research reveals that women in Africa spend up to 13% of their income on menstrual products.
2023-08-11 07:47
Five people killed in Cape Town taxi strike violence
A police officer and a British national are among those killed since the strikes began, police say.
2023-08-09 03:19
Women's World Cup: Sweden knock out USWNT by millimetres, Netherlands end South Africa fairytale
The defending champions will miss out on their Women's World Cup threepeat after being knocked out in the last 16 by Sweden in what can only be described as hilarious fashion. The Netherlands also registered a victory against South Africa.
2023-08-06 21:55
Edinburgh Fringe: The Life and Times of Michael K, a South African puppet play
A South African puppet play, based on a novel by JM Coetzee, is featuring at the Edinburgh Fringe.
2023-08-03 08:59
South Africa's Julius Malema celebrates 10 years of the EFF
Julius Malema divides opinion like few other politicians but he is celebrating his party's 10th anniversary.
2023-07-29 11:45
South Africa media guide
Overview of the media in South Africa, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.
2023-07-24 18:20
South Africa country profile
Provides an overview of South Africa, including key dates and facts about this African country.
2023-07-24 18:19
Lesotho country profile
Provides an overview of Lesotho, including key facts about this small country in southern Africa.
2023-07-24 16:56
Johannesburg explosion: South Africa concern over second suspected gas explosion
An unexplained blast in Johannesburg killed one person and injured 48 more, South African authorities say.
2023-07-20 18:59
Putin will not attend Brics summit - South African presidency
The announcement ends months of speculation over the Russian president's planned visit.
2023-07-19 20:21
Manuel Chang: South Africa to hand Mozambique 'tuna bond' minister to FBI
Mozambique's ex-finance minister is to be tried in the US after five years in a South African jail.
2023-07-10 23:28