The Latest Breaking News from South Africa

British Army veteran Jaco van Gass hopes to deliver more Paralympic success

The former soldier cheered on his native South Africa against England during last year’s Rugby World Cup in France.

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2024

WI vs SA, 3rd T20I Highlights: West Indies sweep T20 series 3-0 with commanding eight-wicket victory over South Africa

The West Indies triumphed with an eight-wicket victory over South Africa on Tuesday, sealing a 3-0 T20 International series sweep in a rain-affected match at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba.

The Times of India · Aug 28, 2024

Competition in South Africa’s electricity market: new law paves the way, but it won’t be a smooth ride

South Africa endured an electricity crisis from 2008 characterised by intermittent rolling blackouts and a growing culture of non-payment. The state-owned utility, Eskom, came to be regarded as the single largest risk to South Africa’s economy. At the end of March 2020 Eskom’s debt stood at R488 billion (US$27.4 billion).

The Conversation · Aug 27, 2024

China calls for more support for its Ukraine peace plan created with Brazil

China is calling for more countries to endorse its peace plan for Ukraine, after a round of diplomacy with Indonesia, Brazil and South Africa to support its plan

The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2024

ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 warm-up matches schedule announced: India to play West Indies and South Africa

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Tuesday that India will face West Indies and South Africa in warm-up matches as part of their preparation for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

The Times of India · Aug 27, 2024

Soccer betting is on the rise among young Zimbabweans – our study found it can serve a positive purpose

Betting on soccer games is a popular pastime in many African countries. A 2024 report by GeoPoll found that 76.16% of respondents from Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Tanzania and Nigeria had gambled or placed bets and that soccer was by far the most popular sport to bet on. Young…

The Conversation · Aug 26, 2024

Giant batteries to store wind and solar power can speed up South Africa’s energy transition – how that can happen

South Africa is at a pivotal moment in its energy transition: trying to decarbonise its economy (move away from coal) and make sure that everyone has access to reliable and affordable energy. Storage of renewable energy is very important for this transition. Solar and wind power are not available all…

The Conversation · Aug 26, 2024

South Africa’s new pension rules: Australia, Chile and Singapore show how personal savings can grow the economy

Up until now South Africans have been allowed to withdraw their entire pension or provident fund when leaving a job. This has left many with no savings at all when they get to retirement age.

The Conversation · Aug 26, 2024

WI vs SA, 2nd T20I Highlights: South Africa collapse hands West Indies series win in a thriller

In a stunning turn of events, South Africa suffered a 30-run defeat against West Indies in the second T20 International match on Sunday, despite being in a commanding position. The loss handed the Caribbean side an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

The Times of India · Aug 26, 2024

Pilloried South African Beauty Queen Gets Second Chance In Nigeria

She was hounded from the Miss South Africa contest in a torrent of vicious, xenophobic abuse.

International Business Times · Aug 25, 2024