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How to escape the ‘heroin hustle’: the project helping South African addicts

Heroin use has risen sharply across the country but in Pretoria, a programme of methadone and support is successfully helping people regain their lives

The Guardian - UK

Johannesburg’s underbelly is explored in Niq Mhlongo’s fresh new novel about a messy break-up

Niq Mhlongo was born in Soweto, Johannesburg in 1973 and grew up under apartheid, South Africa’s institutionalised racial segregation under white minority rule. He graduated in political studies and African literature in 1996 and then studied law, but dropped out in his final year to become a writer instead.

The Conversation

Tyla Wins Best Afrobeats At 2024 MTV Video Music Awards

South African artist Tyla wins Best Afrobeats at 2024 MTV VMAs, sparking genre discussions and celebrating African music diversity.

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Rashid Khan returns for South Africa ODIs

NEW DELHI: Rashid Khan, Afghanistan's best leg-spinner, returns to the team for the country's next ODI series against South Africa, which is set to take place in Sharjah from September 18-22.

The Times of India

How a traveling 'health train' has become an essential source of free care in South Africa

A passenger train in South Africa has been transformed into a mobile health facility

The Independent UK

Tyla Calls Best Afrobeats VMAs Win "Bittersweet" Because of the "Tendency to Group All African Artists Under" the Genre

The South African star took home the Moonperson for her global hit "Water."

Marie Claire

Critics say a South African education bill on language in schools threatens new unity government

South Africa's second largest political party says an education bill that would give the government more control over white minority language schools is a threat to the country’s new government of national unity

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South Africa is failing its youngest children – report flags critical gaps in early learning, social protection and health care

Nearly 10 years ago South Africa outlined its commitment to invest in the health and development of young children.

The Conversation

South Africa’s green hydrogen hub: EU grants not nearly enough to get industry going

South Africa is poised to become a major player in the global energy transition, thanks to its vast renewable energy resources (sun and wind) and its plans for green hydrogen production.

The Conversation

South African farmer accused of killing two women and feeding them to pigs

Farm owner and two employees allegedly shot dead Locadia Ndlovu and Maria Makgatho after they trespassed

The Guardian - UK

Steve Biko’s murder exposed deep racism in how medicine was taught and practised in South Africa

In 1966, Steve Biko began studying medicine at the University of Natal in South Africa, the same year that the general assembly of the United Nations declared apartheid a crime against humanity. As a young man, and a leading thinker, philosopher and activist, Biko made an indelible mark on the…

The Conversation

South African farmers accused of killing women and feeding them to pigs in case that shocked the country

A man with the two women was injured and crawled to a nearby road to scream for help

The Independent UK

Sexual violence in South Africa: women share their stories about the dangers of commuting on minibus taxis

Millions of people use minibus taxis to get around South Africa every day. These “pillars of public transport” (which are privately owned and run rather than operated by the state) account for 66.5% of all public transport on the country’s roads.

The Conversation

Pluto mission: South African astronomers join forces with NASA to learn more about the dwarf planet

When the International Astronomical Union announced in 2006 that Pluto was being demoted from its status as the Sun’s ninth planet, many astronomers and non-experts alike were shocked.

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The Times of India

South Africa hand trio first ODI call-ups to build limited overs depth

NEW DELHI: For their upcoming series against Afghanistan and Ireland in the United Arab Emirates beginning next week, South Africa has called up Nqaba Peter, Andile Simelane, and Jason Smith for the first time.

The Independent UK

Siya Kolisi returns to South Africa to rejoin Sharks after Racing 92 contract cut short

The Springboks skipper spent just a single season in Paris

The Times of India

'Because of Indian fans' prayers': Rishabh Pant's light hearted take on Suryakumar Yadav's catch in T20 World Cup final

NEW DELHI: India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant gave a light-hearted take on Suryakumar Yadav's extraordinary catch during the final moments of the 2024 T20 World Cup final against South Africa. This catch played a pivotal role in securing India's thrilling seven-run victory, keeping South Africa from stealing the game.

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James Matthews: the rebel writer who was South Africa’s voice of resistance

World renowned South African poet James Matthews has died at 95. His was the last great voice of an era of writers who worked against South Africa’s repressive and racist system of apartheid, which resulted in him being relentlessly harassed, detained by police and his work banned.

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'Jab India jeetta hai toh Pakistan mein ... ': Former Pakistan captain brutally trolled for congratulating Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli

NEW DELHI: It's been over two months since India defeated South Africa to clinch the T20 World Cup trophy on June 29, ending a 13-year wait for an ICC title. Rohit Sharma's team overcame the Proteas in a thrilling final at a packed Kensington Oval in Barbados to lift the…

The Independent UK

South Africa win Freedom Cup after tense victory over New Zealand

South Africa 18-12 New Zealand: Siya Kolisi and Malcolm Marx score the only tries as the Springbok’s won the game in Cape Town

The Guardian - UK

Beauty queen row exposes xenophobia towards immigrants in South Africa

Saga over contestant’s nationality reflects hatred of other Africans fuelled by poverty among black population

The Independent UK

South Africa v New Zealand LIVE: Result and reaction from Rugby Championship as Springboks win Freedom Cup

South Africa 18-12 New Zealand: Sifa Kolisi and Malcolm Marx scored to secure the win for the Springboks

Al Jazeera

Why are Cape fur seals in South Africa infected with rabies?

It’s the world’s first significant rabies infection in marine mammals. And it has scientists – and beachgoers – worried.

Evening Standard

Married BA pilot is suspended after ‘drunken assaults on female crew’ in South Africa

The airline confirmed a member of flight crew has been suspended pending further investigation

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South Africa vs New Zealand live stream 2024: How to watch the Rugby Championship match online, Springboks make seven changes

South Africa vs New Zealand live streams for round four of The Rugby Championship 2024. Here's how to watch South Africa vs New Zealand online, wherever you are and for free.

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