Tag: South Africa
Ireland deports 42 South Africans following immigration enforcement operations
Ireland has deported 42 South African nationals following immigration enforcement operations carried out in Dublin and other cities.
Authorities sa [...]
U.S. cuts HIV funding to South Africa, government redirects billions to sustain treatment
The United States has begun phasing out HIV/AIDS funding for South Africa, citing political concerns, leaving the country scrambling to fill a massive [...]
Nigeria Evacuates Citizens from South Africa as Xenophobia Escalates
Nigeria has begun evacuating its citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment intensifies.
Officials in Abuja confirmed that flights carryi [...]
Mexico Defeats South Africa 2–0 in World Cup Opener at Estadio Azteca
Mexico began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 2–0 victory over South Africa in Mexico City.
Playing in front of a packed Estadi [...]
All you need to know about World Cup opening games
The much-awaited 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday, 11th June, at the Estadio Barnote in Mexico City. Co-host Mexico will play [...]
South Africa police launch manhunt after 12 killed in Johannesburg mass shooting
South African police have launched a manhunt after 12 people were killed in a mass shooting in Johannesburg.
Authorities said gunmen opened fire la [...]
Nigeria: Police warn against reprisal attacks over South African xenophobia
The Nigeria Police Force has officially issued a stern warning to citizens against launching reprisal attacks on South African nationals, businesses, [...]
South Africa: Constitutional court clears path for Ramaphosa impeachment
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing renewed pressure to step down after a landmark Constitutional Court ruling on May 8, 2026 [...]
South Africa: Police chief suspended over $20m health contract
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola following charges related to a controversial R360 m [...]
South Africa: Former beauty queen Cynthia Shange passes away aged 76
South African trailblazer, actress, and former beauty queen Cynthia Shange has passed away at the age of 76 following an illness, with her family conf [...]