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‘We’re terrified all the time’: Fear and anger in South Africa after nine women’s bodies found in three months

IN FOCUS: A series of gruesome discoveries in Johannesburg have put renewed focus on gender-based violence in the country. But campaigners tell Maira Butt that women have been raising the alarm for years yet little is being done

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Nine women found dead near Johannesburg sends shockwaves through South Africa

Vigils, group runs and moments of silence: thousands of protesters gathered across South Africa this weekend to pay tribute to the nine women found murdered in eastern Johannesburg. In a country that records more than 60 homicides a day, the nine murders sent shockwaves through the population. Anger is mounting,…

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This circus in South Africa lifts poor young performers into the spotlight

Behind the spectacle of Johannesburg’s circus stages is a social program that trains people from under-resourced communities, helping turn talent into professional skills and paid work in a country struggling with high youth unemployment

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Africa's urban waste crisis is outpacing infrastructure investment and choking neighborhoods

Johannesburg is struggling with a deepening waste crisis marked by unreliable collections, rapidly shrinking landfill space and a rise in illegal dumping

The Independent UK

Serial killer suspicions in South Africa

In tonight's edition: the body of a ninth woman is found in Johannesburg as South African police start investigating a potential femicidal serial killer. Also, Africans are excited about what good use of the technology could mean to growth, but many are also worried about what an AI free-for-all could…

France 24

South African police find a ninth woman's body, with possible links to series of killings

South African police say they have discovered a ninth woman's body east of Johannesburg

The Independent UK

'In This Country We Are Prey': Eighth Woman's Body Found Near Johannesburg Fuels Femicide Anger

The discovery of an eighth woman's body near Johannesburg in under two months has intensified public anger, as police investigate possible links between the deaths and South Africa's femicide crisis.

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Deaths of nine women in South Africa spark fears of a serial killer – what we know

South African police have discovered the bodies of nine women in the east of Johannesburg over the past two months

The Independent UK

‘We are prey’: discovery of seven women’s bodies fuels anger over femicide in South Africa

String of female murder victims found near Johannesburg’s international airport, including five in the past week

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Seven women found dead near Johannesburg sparking serial killer fears

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Serial killer fears grow as seven women found dead near major city

Authorities say that the cases appear to be linked

The Independent UK

From townships to TikTok, South Africa's amapiano gets the world dancing

Amapiano dancers across South Africa are helping a sound born in the country's black townships reach audiences far beyond its borders – one viral challenge at a time. Short routines filmed in homes, schools and public spaces are spreading across social media, giving musicians another way to promote a genre…

Radio France Internationale

South Africa v New Zealand LIVE: Result and reaction as Springboks come from behind in epic third Test

South Africa 29-24 New Zealand: The Springboks produced a rousing comeback against the All Blacks to secure victory in Johannesburg

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Durban's Indian Diaspora: How KwaZulu-Natal Became Home to a Community That Never Forgot India

The Crossing That Was Never Meant to Be PermanentIn November 1860, a ship called the Truro docked at Port Natal carrying 342 Indians from Madras. They had signed five-year indenture contracts to work the sugar cane fields of the Natal colony. The British needed labour after emancipation freed enslaved Africans.…

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South African police arrest two Thai men for allegedly smuggling parrot eggs

Bird eggs intercepted in homemade incubators at Johannesburg airport as officials try to halt wildlife trafficking

The Economic Times

South Africa targets 1 lakh Indian tourist arrivals in 2026

South Africa is targeting 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2026, up from nearly 70,000 in 2025. It is focusing on younger, experience-seeking travellers while improving visa processes and air connectivity and promoting destinations beyond Cape Town and Johannesburg.

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How to watch Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026 online from anywhere: free live streams for New Zealand's tour of South Africa

How to watch Rugby's Greatest Rivalry 2026 live streams around the world. Free coverage, schedule, venues, preview for New Zealand's tour of South Africa.

Bangkok Post

Back to the future as champion Springboks host All Blacks

JOHANNESBURG - Hosts South Africa and visitors New Zealand are going back to the future with a rugby tour that begins in Cape Town on Friday and ends 12,700 kilometres away in the United States.

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"Return of World Cup to Africa after 24 years a landmark milestone": ICC chairman Jay Shah

The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. This marks the tournament's return to Africa after a 24-year absence. Johannesburg hosted the official unveiling of the tournament's brand and venues. The event will feature 14 teams and a new three-stage format. This prestigious…

The Guardian - UK

Beaten, robbed and driven out: violent demonstrations target immigrants in South Africa

Thousands have fled amid months of anti-immigration protests as campaigners demand undocumented people leave the country

Bangkok Post

South Africa's anti-migrant unrest led over 160,000 to flee

JOHANNESBURG - More than 160,000 foreign nationals left South Africa over the past two months as local groups increased violent hostility against undocumented migrants, according to an AFP tally based on figures from the repatriating governments.

The Independent UK

Blunt-force trauma cause of death of mother and children in Bedfordshire home

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who is suspected of killing his wife and daughters, appeared in court in South Africa

Evening Standard

Blunt-force trauma caused death of mother and children in home

Triple murder suspect Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma has been remanded in custody after appearing at Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court.

The Guardian - UK

Man charged with Bedfordshire murder of his wife and daughters after arrest in South Africa

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma was arrested in a Johannesburg suburb after an international manhunt

Evening Standard

Man charged with triple murder over death of wife and two daughters

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma was arrested in Kensington, Johannesburg, and has since been charged with three counts of murder, the CPS said.

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