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WORLD2h agoSouth Africa selects Durban as preferred candidate for Olympic bidThe SA Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee says, however, it will likely be a "multi-city" bid that would propose some events are held in other cities.Africanews [en]
WORLD2h agoDurban to lead South Africa’s bid to bring Olympics to AfricaSouth Africa has selected Durban to lead its bid for the 2036 or 2040 Summer Olympics, as the country seeks to become the first in Africa to host the Games.Africanews [en]
WORLD16h agoAnyaoku condemns xenophobic attacks in South AfricaBy Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, has condemned the reported xenophobic attacks against African nationals in South Africa, describing them as distressing and regrettable. Anyaoku expressed sadness that South Africans, who endured years of apartheid and received support from across Africa in their struggle for liberation, were now turning […] The post Anyaoku condemns xenophobic attacks in South Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD17h ago3rd Test, Day 3: Australia inch ahead; South Africa fightThe third day of the ongoing Test match between South Africa and Australia witnessed some thrilling action.newsbytesapp · india
POLITICS21h agoSelective sanctuary: America’s ‘White South Africans Only’ refugee policy is wrongAs persecution continues around the world, so too should our bipartisan support for refugees — regardless of where they come from, the color of their skin, or what faith they practice.The Hill
WORLD23h agoOlympic Games: South Africa bids to make Durban host city for 2036 or 2040South Africa names Durban as host city for its 2036 and 2040 bids to bring the Olympics to Africa for the first time.Al Jazeera [en]
SCI & TECH1d agoSouth African activists push back on data centre rushCivil society groups have demanded a halt in the construction of new AI centres in South Africa. The prospect of a water- and power-hungry hyperscale data centre near areas of the city where thousands of people lack proper access to these resources has alarmed activists.Africanews [en]
SCI & TECH2d agoSouth Africa claims 7.6 kilometer-long freight train is the longest everA government-run company in South Africa claims that it has sent the longest freight train ever on a test run.Africanews [en]
CONFLICT2d agoSouth Africa Deploys 500 Soldiers to Quell Anti-Immigration ViolenceNYT World
WORLD2d agoSouth Africa: Athlete traverses 600 monkey bars under a 216-metre bridgeSuspended beneath South Africa's 216-metre-high Bloukrans Bridge, Thomas van Tonder crossed 600 monkey bars over more than 280 metres, completing the challenge in 47 minutes and 37 seconds.Africanews [en]
WORLD2d agoSouth Africa: Athlete traverses 600 monkey bars under a 216-metre bridgeSuspended beneath South Africa's 216-metre-high Bloukrans Bridge, Thomas van Tonder crossed 600 monkey bars over more than 280 metres, completing the challenge in 47 minutes and 37 seconds.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS3d agoSouth African ambassador calls for talks to ease tensions with USRoelf Meyer said Pretoria is seeking "direct dialogue" with Washington as it seeks to avoid exclusion from a key US-Africa trade deal.Africanews [en]
POLITICS3d agoSouth Africa's ambassador to US says it must repair strained relationsRoelf Meyer said Pretoria is seeking "direct dialogue" with Washington as it seeks to avoid exclusion from a key US-Africa trade deal.Africanews [en]
WORLD3d agoAustralia Faces Selection Crisis Ahead of Third Test Against South AfricaAustralia contemplates squad changes for the third Test in Cape Town, releasing opener Nic Maddinson amid concerns over Steve Smith's fitness.indianewsnetwork · india
BUSINESS3d agoASP Isotopes says South Africa gas project achieves stable liquid helium productionASP Isotopes announced that its gas project in South Africa has achieved stable liquid helium production. This marks a significant operational milestone for the company in its South African venture.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLD4d agoNDLEA Arrests US - Based Grandma , South African Woman Over DrugsThe NDLEA has arrested a US-based grandmother and a South African woman in connection with drug offenses. This highlights international drug interdiction efforts and associated legal actions.opinionnigeria.com · Nigeria
POLITICS4d agoSouth Africa: Can Helen Zille conquer Johannesburg?Les sondages donnent l’Alliance démocratique (DA) en tête des élections municipales du 4 novembre à Johannesburg. Mais cette victoire ne suffirait pas nécessairement à propulser sa candidate, Helen Zille, à la tête de la ville. Deux scénarios de coalition pourraient décider de son sort.Jeune Afrique
WORLD5d agoNDLEA arrests US-based grandma, South African woman with large cocaine, loud shipmentsThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) disclosed on Sunday that it's operatives have arrested a 62-year-old Nigerian-American grandmother, Anetor Gloria Ubong, with 9.45kg of high-grade cannabis, loud, imported from the United States and a 34-year-old South African woman, Qhina Beauty, with 36.65 kilograms of cocaine at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. The post NDLEA arrests US-based grandma, South African woman with large cocaine, loud shipments appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLD6d agoXenophobia: FG condemns attacks, evacuates 114 more Nigerians from South AfricaThe ministry said the latest operation was the 16th consular evacuation since the exercise began on June 10, 2026, bringing the total number of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa to 2,151. The post Xenophobia: FG condemns attacks, evacuates 114 more Nigerians from South Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESS6d agoSouth Africa's bilateral trade with China surges after zero-tariff dealCommerce between the two countries reached almost $15 billion from May through to August, representing a nearly 24 per cent year-on-year increase.Africanews [en]
WORLD6d agoIn South Africa, a crowd of about fifty people beat a foreigner to deathBBC Afrique