Too many minor mothers in South Africa: Calls for SAHRC to intervene

According to the party's dossier, 798 births and 279 abortions were recorded among girls aged 10 to 14 during the first half of 2025.

Tyla made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup – And her outfit was as iconic as the moment

Tyla performed South Africa's national anthem at the World Cup opening ceremony wearing a custom flag-inspired dress.

Defence committee members blast department over slow 1 Military Hospital refurbishment

Plans to renovate 1 Military Hospital were approved in 2005, with part of the facility non-operational and services outsourced.

Gaza Families search ruins after Israeli strikes hit homes

Palestinians in central Gaza searched through rubble on 12 June after Israeli strikes destroyed homes in Deir al-Balah and the Maghazi refugee camp, leaving dozens of displaced families without shelter and struggling to recover their belongings.

Dangote Refinery targets $1 Billion fundraising

Nigeriaâ s Dangote Petroleum Refinery is taking a major step toward becoming a publicly traded company. The refinery is seeking to raise around one billion dollars through a private share placement, in a deal that values the company at roughly 39 billion dollars.

Xenophobia row rocks Africa as fans toss support to Mexico over Bafana Bafana

Africaâ s traditional show of football solidarity changed across social media at the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as a wave of fans across the continent openly backed Mexico over South Africa in their opening group match, reflecting deeper political tensions beyond sports.

King Mabhena honoured with Special Official Funeral Category 1

The late King Mabhena of the AmaNdebele Nation will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral.

State opposes Ndamase's bid for acquittal in Lusikisiki killings case

The Lusikisiki mass killings case has been adjourned until Monday.

Sedfa on drive to get spaza shop owners to apply for funding

The Agency has so far approved over 1 300 applications valued at R79. 6 million.

Three words from Carlos Alcaraz sum up Valentin Vacherot's fairytale run

"Respect is earned; not given", as the saying goes, and Valentin Vacherot experienced both on one of tennis's most prestigious stages. 

All eyes on Wiersma and Steyn at 99th Comrades Marathon

Gerda Steyn is aiming to become the seventh athlete, and only the second woman, to win the race five times.

US-Iran peace memorandum could be signed on Sunday in Geneva: Source

A Western source told Reuters on Friday, with Geneva emerging as the likeliest venue.

Urgent repatriation efforts for Malawians in Durban as numbers surge

Safe hiking trails in Gauteng for solo hikers and small groups

Looking for safe hiking trails in Gauteng? Opt for guided walks or places with regular foot traffic for extra peace of mind.

Extra-long weekend for pupils, with special school holiday confirmed

Despite the mid-month break, second term remains in full swing and is scheduled to continue until Friday, 26 June 2026.

Fuel shock sparks electric bike boom in Kenya

Rising fuel prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East are accelerating Kenyaâ s shift to electric mobility. As petrol costs soar, thousands of riders are abandoning fuel-powered motorcycles for cheaper electric alternatives, driving record sales and reshaping urban transport.

Nigeria 'neutralised' 13,000 'terrorists' in past year, according to President

Nigeria has killed more than 13,000 "terrorists" in the past year, President Bola Tinubu said Friday, adding that the death toll from the country's jihadist insurgency is down 81 percent since he took power in 2023.

GROUP STANDINGS: Soccer World Cup 2026

Keep track of all the Groups in the 2026 World Cup.

Batohi denied written representations on Chauke's fitness

Batohi's application to submit written representations on Chauke's fitness to hold office denied.

Ebola outbreak spreads to crowded displacement camp in Congo

Two Ebola-related deaths confirmed in a displacement camp in Congo, U.N. refugee agency said.