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Bad rural roads in South Africa aren’t just a technical problem – they block people’s rights: report

In many rural parts of South Africa, getting to a hospital, school or workplace depends on the condition of a gravel road. When that road collapses during rain or potholes make it impassable, the consequences are immediate: ambulances cannot reach patients, children miss school, workers lose income.

The Conversation

Striped mice survive harsh drought by slowing down and not getting stressed

For decades, ecologists lumped everything bad for animals under one word: stress. But what if animals don’t experience harsh environments as stressful at all? What if it is the opposite?

The Conversation

Beers and Nortje overhaul GC in finale to win men's Cape Epic, as Lill and Keller complete near total domination in women's race

Luca Schwarzbauer and Sam Gaze take most stage wins in men's race as Kate Courtney loses replacement partner midway through week in South Africa

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How Much Did Bryson DeChambeau Win At LIV Golf South Africa?

Bryson DeChambeau claimed back-to-back LIV Golf titles at Steyn City, but how much money did he win?

Golf Monthly

Bryson DeChambeau Tops Jon Rahm in LIV Golf South Africa Playoff After Amazing Shot

DeChambeau won in a playoff for the second time in as many weeks and will be riding high going into the Masters.

Sports Illustrated

Bryson DeChambeau And Crushers GC Claim LIV Golf South Africa Epic

DeChambeau defeated Jon Rahm with a birdie at the first playoff hole, while his Crushers GC side claimed a one stroke victory over South Africa's Southern Guards GC

Golf Monthly

South Africa’s gig economy workers set to get more protection under planned labour law reforms

South Africa’s minister of employment and labour has published a sweeping set of proposed amendments to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the Employment Equity Act and the National Minimum Wage Act.

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LIV Golf Confirms Date Change For South Africa 2027 Return

LIV Golf's South Africa debut has been an unprecedented success and, with it returning in 2027, there will be a slight date change compared to this year's tournament

Golf Monthly

How the Iran war has sent shocks rippling across the globe

From restaurant closures in the Philippines and petrol rationing in Sri Lanka, to Asian food production crises due to fertiliser shortages, the effects of the US-Israeli war on Iran reverberate around the world

The Guardian - UK

Slovenia decides not to join ICJ case against Israel as political scandals deepen

Slovenia's Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon said she regretted the government's move not to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the ICJ, claiming that external "pressure" had contributed to the decision.

Euronews

Diana Ferrus: the South African poet whose words reclaimed history

South African poet, storyteller, publisher, editor and activist Diana Ferrus (1953-2026) received a provincial funeral when she passed on 30 January.

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Fink Haysom fought tirelessly for justice and reconciliation – in South Africa and on the global stage

The preamble of the South African constitution of 1996 starts as follows:

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Bryson DeChambeau Makes Slam Dunk Eagle With New Wedges As He Targets Masters Challenge

Bryson DeChambeau rebuilt his wedge game in order to challenge for The Masters titles, and they've been sparkling in LIV Golf South Africa as he builds towards Augusta

Golf Monthly

LIV Golf South Africa Final Payouts, Prize Money, Winnings: Bryson DeChambeau Wins

Bryson DeChambeau won for the second straight week, beating Jon Rahm in a playoff of LIV Golf headliners.

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Rohit, Virat and Team India Deserve Straight Talk, Not Speculation

As India gears up for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa, the roadmap for the team seems clear for most key figures—but two of its biggest stars remain in a cloud of uncertainty.

The Independent UK

Inside the secretive circumcision rituals that have led to 500 deaths in just a few years

At least 48 boys and young men died during the latest round of initiation ceremonies

The Times of India

Eid ul Fitr 2026: South Africa announces official date; why is Eid on different days explained

South Africa will mark Eid ul Fitr on Saturday, March 21, 2026, a day after many Gulf nations and countries in the West, due to local moon-sighting traditions and astronomical data. This highlights the global diversity in determining Islamic festival dates, influenced by regional interpretations and scientific calculations, creating a…

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Gemma Collins drops I’m A Celebrity: South Africa spoiler as she teases emotionally 'raw' docuseries

The reality TV star, 45, spoke about her experience in the jungle second time around - and her upcoming docuseries, Gemma Collins: Four Weddings and a Baby

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The Conversation

A water solution for drought-prone South Africa: we designed systems to replenish aquifers simply and cheaply in five towns

South Africa is the 30th driest country in the world. Over 400 towns, especially in the western and central parts of the country, rely on water from aquifers that they pump out of the ground (groundwater).

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Oil price surge is hurting African economies: scholars in Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal and South Africa take stock

The attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, which started on 28 February 2026, upended key supply chains, driving oil prices above US$100 a barrel. The spike followed Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz in response to the US and Israeli action. About 20% of the world’s oil…

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Zanele Muholi: queer South African visual activist cements their global influence

South African visual activist Zanele Muholi’s celebrated work centres the lives and experiences of Black lesbians and trans people. For more than two decades Muholi has used photography to courageously open space for queer representation within and outside of art galleries in South Africa and across the world.

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Namibia: the history of a country shaped from a rich and traumatic past

Namibia might not be well known in many parts of the world. But the arid southern African country has an extraordinary history.

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The Lesotho Highlands Water project is 40 years old and going strong: but history weighs on its successes

Big projects bring big hopes and big dreams. They also bring big disappointment when they don’t deliver on all the promises. Even when the projects work as they are supposed to.

The Independent UK

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt returns home from training camp for family reasons

England are in South Africa for an intra-squad training series

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Mining companies and land rights in South Africa: how environmentalists have used the law to defend communities

Environmental activists in South Africa have been waging legal battles against the state and mining companies for years. This is often on the grounds that communities haven’t been consulted before mines were given permission to start digging and blasting on their land. Environmental justice researcher Mzingaye Brilliant Xaba has tracked…

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