South Africa: News
17 Dec 2024
AnimalWorld's oldest crocodile, Henry, celebrates 124th birthday
Henry, the world's oldest known crocodile, celebrated his 124th birthday on Monday at South Africa's Crocworld Conservation Centre.
16 Dec 2024
Ireland'Crossed every red line': Israel closes embassy in Ireland
Israel has announced the closure of its embassy in Dublin, Ireland, citing "extreme anti-Israel policies" behind the decision.
14 Dec 2024
Rassie van der DussenHeinrich Klaasen completes 1,000 T20I runs: Decoding his stats
South Africa pulled off a thrilling win against Pakistan in the second T20I match in Centurion on December 13.
05 Dec 2024
Bhupender YadavMP: Two male cheetahs released into open wild at Kuno
In a major leap for India's cheetah reintroduction project, two male cheetahs—Agni and Vayu—were released into the wild at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park on International Cheetah Day.
30 Nov 2024
Milky WayAstronomers discover record burst of energy coming from deep space
A team of astronomers from the Curtin University node of the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) has detected a record-breaking energy burst from deep space.
25 Nov 2024
AfricaHome is the most dangerous place for women: UN report
A joint report by UN Women and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has revealed shocking statistics about global femicide.
23 Nov 2024
HyderabadTilak Varma scripts history with three consecutive T20 centuries
Tilak Varma, the captain of Hyderabad's cricket team, has written his name in the history books of cricket.
13 Nov 2024
King Charles IIIUK: Who's Justin Welby—Archbishop of Canterbury—who resigned after sex scandal
Justin Welby, the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury and spiritual leader of the Church of England and Anglican Communion, has resigned in the wake of a sexual abuse scandal.
09 Nov 2024
David MillerIndian batters with most runs against spin in a T20I
India's star batter Sanju Samson played a sensational knock in the first T20I against South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban.
08 Nov 2024
Kate MiddletonPrince William had a 'brutal' year due to Kate-Charles's cancer
Prince William has opened up about the "dreadful" year he has had to endure with the cancer diagnoses of his wife, Kate Middleton, and father, King Charles III.
07 Nov 2024
LifestyleCycling through the Cape Floral Kingdom, South Africa
Traveling by bicycle through the Cape Floral Kingdom in South Africa presents a distinctively beautiful adventure—one that unfolds amidst one of the planet's most biodiverse floral tapestries.
06 Nov 2024
LifestyleRooibos tea: Africa's antioxidant powerhouse for skin
South Africa's rooibos tea is a global sensation for good reason! Bursting with antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins, it's a secret weapon for skin care.
01 Nov 2024
Elon MuskWhy Musk may lose US citizenship and face criminal charges
SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk could face legal repercussions over his US citizenship.
26 Oct 2024
Avesh KhanRamandeep, Vyshak named in India's T20I squad for SA tour
The Indian cricket team has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming four-match T20I series against South Africa.
23 Oct 2024
BRICSBRICS expands: Which countries joined, which want to
The informal grouping of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—BRICS—has expanded its membership to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates.
02 Oct 2024
Applause EntertainmentAR Rahman to compose music for Hansal Mehta's 'Gandhi'
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman has been roped in to create the musical score for the upcoming series Gandhi, helmed by Hansal Mehta and produced by Applause Entertainment.
18 Sep 2024
AppleApple Intelligence to support German, Korean, and Italian in 2025
Apple has announced plans to extend the language support of its artificial intelligence (AI) feature set, Apple Intelligence.
18 Sep 2024
HIVMeet Lenacapavir: The drug that could end HIV epidemic
The global fight against HIV/AIDS has been bolstered by the promising results of a new drug, Lenacapavir.
17 Sep 2024
IndiaIndia's gold imports surge to record $10 billion in August
India's gold imports have reached a new high of $10.06 billion in August, more than doubling the previous year's figure of $4.93 billion, as per the Commerce Ministry data.
06 Sep 2024
Keshav MaharajCSA Annual Awards: Laura Wolvaardt, Marco Jansen bag top honors
Laura Wolvaardt, the captain of South Africa's women's cricket team, emerged as the star at the Cricket South Africa (CSA) Annual Awards.
05 Sep 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja joins BJP
Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
03 Sep 2024
InstagramShikhar Dhawan trolls Jadeja; his comment will make your day
Seasoned Indian cricketers, Shikhar Dhawan and Ravindra Jadeja, are known for their camaraderie both on and off the field.
28 Aug 2024
Nicholas PooranWest Indies whitewash South Africa in T20I series: Key stats
The West Indies cricket team secured a comprehensive eight-wicket victory against South Africa in the 3rd and final match of the T20I series.
25 Aug 2024
Nature Ecology and EvolutionSouth Africa to 'bomb' invasive mice eating albatrosses alive
Conservationists in South Africa have revealed a plan to combat the escalating threat of mice on Marion Island, which is endangering the survival of albatrosses and other seabirds.
24 Aug 2024
RussiaWhy Botswana keeps unearthing the world's biggest diamonds
A 2,492-carat diamond—the second largest in the world—was recently unearthed in Botswana.
09 Aug 2024
Aung San Suu KyiBefore Yunus, which Nobel laureates have led their nations
Economist Muhammad Yunus, the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was sworn in on Thursday as the head of Bangladesh's interim government.
07 Jul 2024
HIVMajor breakthrough in HIV prevention: Biannual injection proves 100% effective
A significant advancement in HIV prevention has been found in a large clinical trial conducted in South Africa and Uganda.
30 Jun 2024
Anushka SharmaHardik Pandya's post-T20 World Cup victory call ignites fan speculation
Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya, instrumental in India's triumph at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, was seen making a video call after the match.
28 May 2024
LeicesterStudy finds that bright-colored plastics degrade faster
A three-year collaborative research project between US scientists and the University of Cape Town in South Africa has revealed that the rate of plastic degradation is color-dependent.
28 May 2024
Atlantic OceanHead over to Cape Town's finest coastal gems
Cape Town, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and towering mountains, is a city that boasts some of the world's most breathtaking beaches.
15 May 2024
Cape TownExplore Cape Town's vibrant street art with this guide
Cape Town's walls are a vibrant tapestry of cultural expression, where the townships' graffiti bursts with life.
27 Apr 2024
ZimbabweHerds of endangered hippos trapped in mud in drought-hit Botswana
Herds of endangered hippos trapped in the mud of dry ponds in drought-stricken Botswana are at risk of dying, conservation officials told AFP on Friday.
18 Apr 2024
ToyotaToyota launches new Fortuner SUV with hybrid tech
Toyota has launched a mild-hybrid variant of its popular SUV, the Fortuner, in South Africa.
17 Apr 2024
DubaiExplained: Is artificial rain behind Dubai flood?
In an unusual occurrence, Dubai, a city typically characterized by its arid climate and soaring temperatures, was hit by heavy rainfall on Tuesday.
14 Apr 2024
ToyotaToyota Taisor to be sold as Starlet Cross globally
Japanese automaker Toyota has recently introduced a new model in the Indian market, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor.
29 Mar 2024
Travel And TourismUnveiling South Africa's scenic Garden Route
The Garden Route in South Africa is a breathtaking stretch of coastline renowned for its natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, and quaint towns.
20 Mar 2024
International Court of JusticeIsrael undermining top UN court, says South Africa
South Africa's foreign minister, Naledi Pandor, has accused Israel of setting a precedent for governments to defy the International Court of Justice (ICJ), as she alleged a "starvation" campaign in Gaza.
27 Feb 2024
Travel And TourismTake a journey along South Africa's scenic Garden Route
The Garden Route in South Africa is a breathtaking stretch of coastline renowned for its natural beauty, diverse ecosystems, and quaint towns.
20 Feb 2024
Cape TownFoul stench blankets Cape Town, traced to ship carrying cattle
Cape Town officials recently launched an investigation into a foul odor that engulfed parts of the city, only to discover that it was caused by a ship carrying 19,000 live cattle from Brazil to Iraq.
26 Jan 2024
International Court of JusticeICJ orders Israel to take all measures to prevent genocide
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday, in an interim ruling, ordered Israel to take all measures within its power to prevent genocide.
10 Jan 2024
IsraelWhat is the genocide case against Israel at UN court
South Africa has taken Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of genocide in the Gaza war and demanding an immediate halt to its military actions.
05 Jan 2024
MurderOscar Pistorius, jailed for murdering girlfriend, released on parole
South African Paralympics champion Oscar Pistorius, jailed for murdering his girlfriend and model Reeva Steenkamp, was officially released from prison on parole on Friday.
05 Jan 2024
IsraelIsraeli defense minister outlines postwar plan for Gaza
Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has announced a postwar plan for Gaza following the defeat of the Palestinian terror group Hamas.
30 Dec 2023
Israel'200 killed in 24hrs': Israel intensifies bombardment in southern Gaza
Israel has launched a massive assault in southern Gaza with tanks and aerial bombings, resulting in nearly 200 deaths within 24 hours, Reuters reported.
24 Nov 2023
Olympics'Blade Runner' Oscar Pistorius, jailed for girlfriend's murder, released early
South African Paralympics champion Oscar Pistorius (37), jailed for murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, was granted an early release from prison on parole on Friday.
21 Nov 2023
IsraelIsrael recalls ambassador ahead of South African vote on embassy
Israel has summoned its ambassador to South Africa, Eliav Belotserkovsky, "for consultations" in Jerusalem as South Africa's Parliament is set to vote on the closure of the Israeli embassy in Pretoria.
06 Nov 2023
IsraelSouth Africa recalls diplomats from Israel amid Gaza conflict
South Africa on Monday announced it was recalling all its diplomats from Tel Aviv as the Israel-Hamas war completed a month.
31 Aug 2023
JohannesburgJohannesburg: Fire in abandoned building sheltering homeless leaves 73 dead
A catastrophic fire in a five-story building in South Africa's Johannesburg claimed at least 73 lives, including seven children, and injured 52.
24 Aug 2023
BRICSBRICS to soon get 6 new members
Six countries will soon join the BRICS group, and their membership will take effect from January 1 next year, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday.
23 Aug 2023
Xi JinpingXi Jinping's mysterious absence at BRICS Business Forum raises questions
Chinese President Xi Jinping's "unexplained" absence from a scheduled key speech at the BRICS Business Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa, has sparked rumors about his health and political standing.
04 Aug 2023
Madhya PradeshAfrican expert suggests against keeping 'healthy cheetahs confined' in Kuno
After 14 cheetahs were confined in enclosures yet again at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh due to a skin infection fear, South African cheetah expert Vincent van dan Merwe said that this continuous capturing and release is "unsettling" for the big cats.
02 Aug 2023
Madhya PradeshFemale cheetah found dead at Kuno National Park
In a major setback for India's cheetah reintroduction program, a female African cheetah was found dead at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday, NDTV reported.
02 Aug 2023
Supreme Court Of IndiaForeign experts flag serious concerns about India's Project Cheetah
India's prestigious cheetah conservation program, Project Cheetah, has reportedly plunged into a crisis leading to the "avoidable" deaths of big cats recently.
12 May 2023
Election Commission of India (ECI)Never sent EVMs to South Africa: ECI dismisses Congress's claims
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday dismissed Congress's allegation that the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in Wednesday's Karnataka Legislative Assembly elections were previously used by South Africa, reported ANI.
10 May 2023
ShoppingVisiting South Africa? Make sure to grab these souvenirs
The southernmost country in Africa is the topmost when it comes to travel and tourism.
29 Mar 2023
Madhya PradeshMadhya Pradesh: Namibian cheetah gives birth at Kuno National Park
One of the eight cheetahs, translocated from Namibia to India, has given birth to four cubs at the Kuno National Park(KNP) in Madhya Pradesh, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav informed on Wednesday.
18 Feb 2023
Madhya PradeshMP: 12 South African cheetahs arrive at Kuno National Park
Twelve cheetahs from South Africa arrived in Madhya Pradesh as an Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft carrying the big cats landed at the Gwalior Air Force base on Saturday.
16 Feb 2023
Madhya PradeshMadhya Pradesh: India all set to welcome 12 African cheetahs
The Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh is all set to welcome 12 cheetahs from South Africa on February 18, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav informed at a recent press conference in Delhi.
27 Sep 2022
Travel And TourismAdd these unique South African accommodations to your bucket list
Well-known for its excellent tourist infrastructure, stunning coastlines, beautiful semi-deserts, lakes, waterfalls, canyons, and dramatic mountainscapes, South Africa must be included in your international travel itinerary.
