South Africa amused by isiZulu version of 'White Chicks' on DStv

2000s movie White Chicks became a hot topic in South Africa recently after it was dubbed in a local language The Hollywood movie has been made available to South Africans in one of the 11 official languages Online users shared their reactions to a...

China-made motor sales surge in South Africa, cutting into rival brands' market dominance

Just a few years ago, Chinese-made cars were rare on South African roads, with manufacturers seen only as fringe players. However, this is quickly changing as Chinese carmakers now outsell some established Western, American and Japanese brands. In...

3 Indians Killed, One Injured, 5 Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Mozambique Coast

Last Updated:October 19, 2025, 13:13 IST Three Indian nationals died, one was injured, and five rescued after a launch boat with 14 Indian crew capsized near Beira port in Mozambique, the Indian High Commission reported. A Consular Officer from...

Uganda To Host GAIME Conference 2025 — Africa’s Largest AI Gathering Set For October

Uganda is set to become the epicenter of global artificial intelligence dialogue as it hosts the GAIME Conference 2025 from October 30–31. Expected to draw over 5,000 delegates from more than 180 countries, the event will be Africa’s largest and...

India-Brazil-South Africa Fund empowers rural Fiji women via skills training

New York [US], October 19 (ANI): India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations shared on the occasion of the recently concluded International Day of Rural Women how the India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) Fund has positively impacted the lives...

PREVIEW: Remo Stars, Mamelodi Sundowns renew Nigeria–South Africa rivalry

Barely five days after South Africa snatched the final automatic ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup ahead of Nigeria on the last day of the qualifiers, the football rivalry between both nations is set for another chapter — this time on the club...

California man proposes African Embassy in Arkansas

A California man with ties to Arkansas is proposing to bring an African embassy to Pine Bluff. Juan Armando, originally from Los Angeles, spent a short amount of time living in Waldo, Arkansas, during his youth. Seeing economic growth for the...

West African comfort reaches Hà Nội

Kigali shines as PFL Africa delivers action-packed semifinals

World News | India-Brazil-South Africa Fund Empowers Rural Fiji Women Via Skills Training

New York [US], October 19 (ANI): India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations shared on the occasion of the recently concluded International Day of Rural Women how the India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) Fund has positively impacted the lives...

South African insurance sector shows resilience amid economic headwins, report says

The South African insurance sector has not only sustained its performance but has built upon the robust outcomes recorded in 2023, demonstrating a remarkable degree of resilience amid persistent economic headwinds. This is the central finding of...

Strauss & Co partners with Art Auction East Africa to bolster secondary market for East African art

Strauss & Co, Africa’s leading auction house, and Danda Jaroljmek, Director of Art Auction East Africa, are pleased to announce details of Art Auction East Africa | Strauss & Co, a new two-part auction of rare and important art from East Africa...

Pressdia empowers African storytellers with accessible PR distribution tools

For years, brands across Africa have struggled with limited access to affordable press release distribution services. Pressdia is changing that narrative. The digital PR marketplace offers automated tools that make it easy for individuals and...

Discover HONOR's Magic 8 series launch in China and what it means for South African consumers

HONOR launched its new Magic 8 series in China on October 15, featuring the Magic 8 and Magic 8 Pro, alongside new wearables. These devices run on Magic OS 10, based on Android 16, with a strong focus on AI capabilities and cross-device...

Uganda Table Tennis Women’s Team Secures Semifinal Spot at ITTF Africa Seniors Championship.

By John Barnes Ssentamu. Uganda’s table tennis women’s national team of Judith Mirembe, Jemimah Nakawala, and Parvin Judith Nangonzi has continued its impressive run at the ITTF Africa Seniors Championship, edging hosts Tunisia to book a place in...

Amnesty International voices concern over possible closure of Special Criminal Court in Central African Republic

Amnesty International on Friday voiced concern over the possible closure of the Special Criminal Court (SCC) in the Central African Republic due to a lack of funding. The rights group stated that it would lead to a catastrophic blow to prospects...

Kenyans Storm Tanzania Border After Suluhu’s Govt Blocks Leader From Attending Raila’s Burial

Drama ensued at the Kenya-Tanzania border after a rowdy group from both nations stormed the immigration offices, demanding the release of Tanzanian opposition leader John Heche. Heche is said to have been apprehended on Saturday afternoon at the...

ADHERE: China’s stable economic performance good news for Africa

An aerial drone photo taken on April 25, 2025 shows a cargo ship navigating at Tianjin Port in north China's Tianjin. (Xinhua/Zhao Zishuo)China's economy continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and dynamism, even as it navigates a complex...

Bedfordview dancer to represent South Africa at World Tap Championships

It is an exciting time for Ana Cordeiro as she looks forward to participating in the World Tap Dance Championships. Ana will be competing in the championships for the sixth time, which will be held from October 22 to 26 in Prague. The Bedfordview...

Spin in focus again as South Africa chase redemption in Rawalpindi

SOUTH AFRICA TOUR OF PAKISTAN, 2025 South Africa will have to find a way to counter spin in Rawalpindi. © Getty How about we scrap the toss and give the visiting team the choice of batting or fielding first? It's been tried in county cricket, with...