The Latest Breaking News from South Africa

Marais Erasmus to retire from international cricket umpiring after Australia-New Zealand Tests

NEW DELHI: Veteran South African umpire Marais Erasmus has announced his retirement from international umpiring following the ongoing Test series between New Zealand and Australia.

The Times of India · Feb 29, 2024

Conway out, Ravindra in for New Zealand ahead of 1st test against Australia

Devon Conway out, Rachin Ravindra cleared to play for New Zealand in first cricket test against Australia.

The Hindu · Feb 28, 2024

‘Jolt to reality’: Gaza war shakes up South Africa’s election campaign

Ahead of South Africa’s elections, parties’ take on the Gaza war is proving to be a deciding factor for many voters.

Al Jazeera · Feb 28, 2024

South Africa's ANC Kicks Off Election Season As Zuma Lurks

South Africa's ruling ANC kickstarts its election campaign Saturday for polls on May 29, facing its worst result ever amid high unemployment, a sluggish economy and a challenge from its former leader.

International Business Times · Feb 24, 2024

South African prosecutors seek extradition orders in the case of $580K stolen from the president

Prosecutors say they are seeking extradition orders and the arrest of more suspects over the 2020 theft of around $580,000 in U.S. cash that was hidden in a couch at South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ranch

The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2024

South Africa Eyes Stablecoins, Tokenization To Reform Digital Payments

South Africa's Treasury said in its 2024 budget review that this year will see the Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group putting more effort into studying the possible use cases of stablecoins and tokenization to further promote digital payments.

International Business Times · Feb 23, 2024

Neeraj Chopra to shift training base from South Africa to Turkiye

NEW DELHI: Reigning Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has decided to shift his training base from South Africa's Potchefstroom to Antalya in Turkiye, as the star javelin thrower looks to commence his athletics season with one of the Diamond Leagues in Doha or Rabat.

The Times of India · Feb 23, 2024

Lions vs. tortoise is a sighting ‘etched in your memory forever’

Footage from a private wildlife reserve in South Africa shows a tortoise besting a lion as they do “battle” in the bush.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 22, 2024

South Africa To Utilize Contingency Reserves, Says Finance Minister

South Africa plans to use contingency reserves to support the economy during global uncertainties, emphasizing financial stability and growth.

Top News · Feb 22, 2024

Earth’s early evolution: fresh insights from rocks formed 3.5 billion years ago

Evidence is preserved in ancient volcanic and sedimentary rocks dating back to the Archaean age, between 4 billion and 2.5 billion years ago.

The Hindu · Feb 22, 2024