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South Africa
SAA salaries delayed again as cash flow crunch threatens...
The airline has informed staff there will be a delay in salary payments in October
Five things to know about why ‘Gagash’ and wife failed...
It's alleged the pair stole about R11m from 15 deceased estates
CCTV shows accused tailing AKA from airport to hotel
KZN cops link AKA murder accused to footage of vehicle tailing the musician hours...
Ouaddou dismisses claims of Ncikazi fallout
Last week, reports emerged that Ouaddou was trying to get rid of Ncikazi
Late detection in Nigeria raises alarm as Ebola spreads...
Nigeria’s first Ebola case in a decade was detected 13 days after symptoms began...
BETWEEN MEETINGS | Seabelo Senatla weaves creative legacy...
Sowetan's pick of stories you should read as you take a break from work.
Shock as Safa says it will pay the bill for Danny Jordaan’s...
The association says it is compelled to defend its president and CFO in corruption...
Beatings and cyberattacks shadow Serbia's election campaign
Student-led protest movement challenges Aleksandar Vucic as election nears
Masked men attempt to storm Libya’s financial oversight...
UN condemns use of force in bid to install disputed official
Ukraine to have access to military supplies via Nato agency
Procurement agency promises Ukraine structured support and access to established...
The AM Check-in | Fuel relief won’t ease cost-of-living...
Sowetan’s choice of the top three reads you should not miss today
READER LETTER | SA needs to keep its Elon Musks
Musk defies science and even logic; he lives way ahead of his time.
Fuel relief won’t ease cost-of-living squeeze
The operational and design details are still being worked out, the Treasury says
Carrim ‘car theft’ charges: SAPS confirm fresh case against...
Police have confirmed that businessman Suliman Carrim faces new charges related...
Five key takeaways from Brigitte Mabandla’s TRC testimony
Former justice minister scrutinised over delays in TRC prosecutions
Fuzile blew away formidable foe, Malcolm Klassen, on this...
That fight — at Orient Theatre in East London — was Klassen’s 45th professional...
Treasury moves to reform municipal finance laws
Proposed PFMA and MFMA amendments aim to boost accountability and support distressed...
READER LETTER | Secrecy around Zuma’s health dubious
The timing of his illness when he’s scheduled to appear before the Khampepe commission...
The AM Check-in | Economists expect limited relief for...
Sowetan’s choice of the top three reads you should not miss today
Bavuma heroics help SA take control of second Test
Skipper Temba Bavuma led a run feast for his side, scoring 179 as SA turned around...
LISTEN | Economists expect limited relief for households...
Mining sector windfall offers government slight budgetary cushion
Bavuma’s masterpiece puts Proteas on top in second Test
Temba Bavuma produced the best innings of his career to give the Proteas the advantage...
Soweto school under fire amid pupil rape claim
A nine-year-old girl has stopped attending school after allegedly being raped by...
More than 150 people feared killed in Sudan drone attack...
South Sudan summons Sudanese ambassador as official says toll could rise as fires...
How to secure R500k from a New Zealand fund for your project
Applications open for grants supporting women, youth and marginalised groups.
BETWEEN MEETINGS | How DJ Fae Fae’s journey to the top...
Sowetan’s top picks of what you should read while you take a break from work
Agitated AKA had fresh injuries after Tembe’s death, doctor...
Forensic experts debate likelihood of accidental fall versus possible foul play
Investigators in Joe Sibanyoni case receiving threats,...
State places concerns about threats on record as defence denies clients’ involvement
High court rules against councillor in ANC candidate row
Western Cape High Court judge Daniel Thulare dismissed Anele Gabuza’s urgent application...
Too much of a good scent? Hanoi curbs iconic trees
Hanoi launches a major pruning campaign to reduce pungent autumn fragrance of its...
Albanese urges calm as MP Helen Haines has leg amputated...
Australian Prime Minister calls for calm as anti-terror police probe a vehicle attack...
Trump warns Kansans that US will ‘burn’ like France if...
Rising fuel prices and farm economy woes fuel voter frustration in conservative...
KELLY ALEXANDER | EU investment offers hope for Africa’s...
With rising fuel prices small businesses in South Africa are forced to be self-reliant,...
Ramaphosa weighs fuel relief as cost of living soars nationwide
President Cyril Ramaphosa has indicated that the National Treasury is considering...
SOWETAN | Don’t abandon democracy over delivery failures
Communities urge action as water crisis overshadows upcoming local elections
Shop ordered to drop ‘Sun City’ name
The Companies Tribunal ordered an Eastern Cape business, Sun City Tuckshop, to remove...
Over 400 ill as water fears grip Bronkhorstspruit
Bronkhorstspruit residents are suffering from widespread stomach illnesses, including...
‘Tsontso’ case: Five things that came out of court on Monday
Three men appear in court over a smartwatch belonging to slain runner Elizabeth...
WATCH | ‘No victor’ meant no prosecutions after apartheid...
Truth and reconciliation seen as compromise to avoid renewed conflict, former president...
Lerena ‘feeling good’ despite weight loss for cruiserweight...
‘Two Guns’ last fought in current division in 2020
Ulderink awed by City’s determination in promotion push
Late Amato strike seals dramatic win for City in tough away clash
Back in KZN after losing hope of trading in Johannesburg
High court ruling fails to bring relief as informal traders await registration
Anele Tembe’s footprint on balcony suggests she was facing...
Police say scene contamination may have erased key forensic evidence
VW plans to freeze salaries until 2030, works council says
Unions vow resistance as pay freeze could mean 10% loss for workers
BETWEEN MEETINGS | Black Motion’s Thabo Smol’s debut solo...
Sowetan's picks of what you should read while you munch
Jobless graduate cleans his way to a master’s degree
A former gold-refining supervisor worked as a cleaner at TUT while earning his master’s...
Suliman Carrim to remain behind bars for now
Businessman Suliman Carrim will remain in custody until his next bail hearing on...
READER LETTER | Service delivery ramped up for votes
Local government plays a crucial role in our lives.
‘South African boxing is punching above its weight’
“A new generation of unbeaten prospects forced its way into the national ratings,...
Homeless people demand answers from parties ahead of local...
National Homeless Manifesto is a platform for the voices of homeless people to be...
AfriForum wants to cross-examine Mbeki at Khampepe commission
AfriForum seeks to question Thabo Mbek over alleged suppression of apartheid-era...
Couple placed under debt review without their knowledge
R15k being deducted from their income every month
WATCH | ‘Voting won’t make a difference,’ say dejected...
areas like Kanana and Portion nine continue to face severe water shortages and sewage...
Mamelodi Sundowns held by Wiliete in first leg in Angola
Useful opponents make Brazilians work hard for the draw, but Downs will be confident...
Flydubai captain describes horror axe attack by co-pilot
Captain Smit Machchhar has been hailed as a hero for his role in averting disaster...
Macron faces pressure after France’s worst unrest in years
Rioting and looting broke out in multiple cities in France over high prices and...
Mosiako runs on fumes to defend 10km Joburg title
Thabang Mosiako overcomes marathon fatigue to defend his Hollywoodbets 10km title...
Da Cruz calls for togetherness amid Chiefs’ slump
Coach urges fans to rally behind struggling Chiefs ahead of decisive home leg
GALETLOWE SEMENYA | Honouring Mmakgabo Sebidi by returning...
Honouring Mme Mmakgabo Sebidi means investing in women’s creativity, writes Galetlolwe...
PODCAST | Hold God accountable to His Word
In this week’s episode we delve into what it means to hold God accountable to His...
Pope Leo returns to Vatican four days after lung cancer...
The 71-year-old walked unaided to his waiting car, waving to well-wishers outside...
IN PICS | DA Joburg final rally in Nasrec
The DA held its final pre-election rally with Johannesburg mayoral candidate Helen...
INSIGHT | Bangladesh is battling measles; it’s a ‘real...
Falling immunisation rates and weak outreach drive deadly surge in measles cases
DANIEL ORELOWITZ | How to break SA’s youth unemployment...
Employers seek to hire workers with experience, but how do you get experience if...
Five things to know about Suliman Carrim’s bail application
Former ANC North West regional treasurer Suliman Carrim to spend weekend in custody
EXPLAINER | Why is SA experiencing such intense heat in...
Weather expert points to El Niño, warns of hot weekend and extreme fire conditions
Weight-loss drugmakers race for slice of $100bn pie
Pills, monthly injections and novel combinations drive fierce innovation in obesity...
WATCH | Steyn eyes another podium finish at Hollywoodbets...
After finishing second last year ultra-marathon queen Gerda Steyn sets sights on...
WATCH | Carrim arrested at airport with one-way ticket...
Former North West regional treasurer failed to appear before the Madlanga commission
Ethiopia’s Abiy appoints Tigray caretaker government
Ethiopia accuses Eritrea, Egypt and Sudan of backing rebels as regional tension...
Masemola says Idac was ‘executing a bigger plan’ but failed
Police commissioner Fannie Masemola speaks after President Cyril Ramaphosa lifts...
Heatwave, storms and fire danger warnings — SA heads for...
South Africa is facing a weekend of mixed weather, with heatwave warnings in parts...
Two buses intercepted on N1 with 65 passengers without...
Two buses travelling from Zimbabwe have been intercepted on the N1 near Polokwane
Metro FM’s ‘Ask A Man’ moves to TV with Somizi, Naked DJ,...
South Africa’s favourite radio feature, ‘Ask A Man’, is making the leap to television
RECORDED | Fadiel Adams back in court for pre-trial conference
Political leader Fadiel Adams faces fraud and justice obstruction charges in KwaZulu-Natal