The Latest Breaking News from Pretoria

Time to settle the best side in the world debate – SA v Ireland talking points

The Springboks deservedly edged last weekend’s opening Test in Pretoria.

The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2024

'Hardly Anything' Will Deter Israel's Gaza War: S.Africa Judge On ICJ Case

A leading South African judge said on Thursday that "hardly anything" will deter Israel's Gaza offensive, but Pretoria's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice remains vital to highlight the dire situation.

International Business Times · Jul 11, 2024

South Africa's Ramaphosa To Be Sworn In As President

South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa is to be sworn in as president at a ceremony in Pretoria on Wednesday, after his weakened African National Congress (ANC) struck a government coalition deal.

International Business Times · Jun 19, 2024

Ramaphosa hails ANC record as South Africa marks 30 years of democracy

President Ramaphosa lauds South Africa’s achievements under his party’s leadership since the end of apartheid in 1994.

Al Jazeera · Apr 27, 2024

‘I am prepared to die’: Mandela’s speech which shook apartheid

Sixty years ago at the Rivonia Trial, Nelson Mandela made one of the most famous speeches of the 20th century.

Al Jazeera · Apr 20, 2024

S. Africa Urges More Emergency ICJ Measures Against Israel Over Gaza 'Starvation'

South Africa on Wednesday petitioned the International Court of Justice to impose fresh emergency measures on Israel over what it described as the "widespread starvation" resulting from its Gaza offensive.

International Business Times · Mar 6, 2024

How Kagiso Lediga became the most sought-after filmmaker in South Africa

The South African, now the go-to filmmaker for global brands seeking African stories, tells Al Jazeera his own story.

Al Jazeera · Feb 24, 2024

Could Mini Nuclear Stations Plug South Africa's Power Gaps?

South African nuclear scientists want to build a new generation of mini nuclear reactors, both to plug holes in their own country's blackout-plagued grid and to build an export industry for the future.

International Business Times · Feb 18, 2024

Pretoria to host fourth edition of Basketball Africa League games

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is set to kick off its fourth edition with a new host nation and an expanded format. South Africa's capital city, Pretor...

Top News · Feb 16, 2024

Addis summit raises questions about AU’s muted stance on Ethiopia rifts

For years, AU officials have refrained from addressing atrocities in Ethiopia. Analysts say this is strategic.

Al Jazeera · Feb 14, 2024