Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba, former treasurer of the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal and ex-MEC for Human Settlements, has died in a tragic accident, confirmed by the provincial party.
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South Africa's national team celebrated a historic achievement by advancing past the World Cup group stage for the first time, returning home to a hero's welcome.
A South African court has rejected Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala’s agreed eight-year plea deal on fraud and corruption charges, with the magistrate proposing a 12-year prison sentence instead.
South Korea announced a massive $500 billion semiconductor investment to meet surging AI demand, while China added 20 Japanese organizations to its export blacklist, escalating regional tech tensions.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce were married at Madison Square Garden in New York, with numerous celebrities in attendance. The couple marked the occasion with a $26 million donation to U.S. charities.
The EFCC chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed that cybercriminals known as 'Yahoo boys' stole ₦7.2 million from a judge's bank account in a single night. Debit alerts reportedly woke the judge as the funds were being withdrawn.
Nigeria's electoral commission has extended the Continuous Voter Registration deadline by two weeks and introduced an online self-service option for first-time voters.
The largest-ever Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has exceeded 1,400 cases, with the WHO warning it is one of Africa’s most serious public health emergencies this year.
Iranian authorities have begun multi-day funeral events for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in February during a regional conflict triggered by attacks from the United States and Israel. Up to 20 million mourners are expected in Tehran.
Keiko Fujimori has been officially declared the winner of Peru's presidential election nearly a month after the vote, marking a pivotal moment in the country's political landscape.
Nigerian First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has drawn widespread criticism for advising women to start small businesses such as frying akara and selling kulikuli, sparking online backlash and public debate.
Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce were married in a high-profile ceremony at Madison Square Garden, officiated by Adam Sandler and attended by global celebrities.
SA Rugby has lowered ticket prices for the upcoming clash with England, while assistant coach Mzwandile Stick expresses confidence in utility players despite limited squad depth in key positions.
The Plateau University chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has threatened an indefinite strike over the unimplemented 2025 federal agreement, citing unpaid salary adjustments and allowances.
Multiple political parties, civil society organizations, and prominent figures are calling for an independent investigation into the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) scandal and the removal of Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila.
Kenya and Nigeria have begun evacuating their citizens from South Africa following a resurgence of xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants.
Cape Verde coach Bubista praised Lionel Messi after his team's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, calling the match 'the game of our lives.' Messi scored in the dramatic encounter.
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties to secure their first-ever World Cup knockout stage victory and advance to the last 16.
Egypt advanced to the Round of 16 at the World Cup after defeating Australia in a penalty shootout, with Mohamed Salah scoring a decisive panenka. They will face the winner of Argentina vs Cape Verde.