South Africa

Gigaba, who was finance minister between March 2017 and February 2018. (Photo: AFP)

Have been blackmailed over leaked sex video: South African minister

Gigaba said he had decided to make the announcement because he had learned that the video was now circulating in political circles.

29 Oct 2018 3:03 PM

Nene is a pivotal figure in a probe into the three Indian-born Gupta brothers, who built a business empire during Zuma's nine-year tenure only to see it disintegrate as the scandal-plagued leader was forced out by his own party in February. (Photo: AP)

South Africa's Finance Minister to testify in Gupta brothers probe

The Gupta family and Zuma have denied any wrongdoing and say the allegations are part of an orchestrated witch hunt.

03 Oct 2018 10:07 AM

Prime Minister Modi who arrived in Johannesburg on Wednesday to attend the BRICS Summit called for sharing the best practices and policies in the connection, while adding that technology can help to enhance better service delivery, productivity levels. (Photo: AP)

India wants to work with BRICS on 'Fourth Industrial Revolution': PM Modi

PM Modi underscored high-skill but temporary work as new face of employment, Fourth Industrial Revolution more important than capital.

26 Jul 2018 9:06 PM

On the sidelines of the BRICS Education Ministers' meeting here, the minister of state for HRD echoed the views of his counterparts that many of the current traditional jobs will become redundant or demand different qualification requirements in future. (Photo: @dr_satyapal/Twitter)

Youth needs to be prepared for 'fourth industrial revolution': Satya Pal

Singh underlined role of digital technologies to enhance education, saying it was key to help India, S Africa prepare youth for future.

15 Jul 2018 12:41 PM

Swaraj was the keynote speaker at a banquet at the City Hall here marking the 125th anniversary of the day when on June 7, 1893, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, a young lawyer then, was thrown off a train compartment reserved for whites only. (Photo: File | PTI)

World looks up to India, South Africa for providing leadership: Sushma Swaraj

'The world is better place because of us. The world has much to gain from us. The world looks up to us to provide leadership,' Swaraj said.

07 Jun 2018 2:46 PM

Swaraj will visit the Phoenix Settlement, a South African Heritage site, a place where Mahatma Gandhi developed his philosophy of non-violence. (Photo: ANI)

Sushma Swaraj discusses bilateral ties with South African President

During visit, Swaraj to have meetings with top South African leadership, participate in BRICS, chair IBSA Foreign Ministers Meeting.

04 Jun 2018 3:14 PM

Tributes for the little girl have poured in on social media as news of her shooting went viral. (Representational Image)

Protests in South Africa over death of Indian-origin girl in carjacking

After the incident, over 3,000 members of community gathered outside Chatsworth police station demanding swift action.

29 May 2018 2:08 PM

BTC Global said that its services had been suspended after its primary trader, identified as Steven Twain, had failed to reply to emails requesting payments. (Representational Image)

South Africa: Bitcoin trader vanishes with USD 80 million plunder

South African police said they were investigating the fraud, with more than 28,000 investors affected.

26 May 2018 12:27 PM

Often called the "Mother of the Nation" and "Mama Winnie," Madikizela-Mandela fought to keep South Africa's anti-apartheid struggle in the international spotlight while her husband, Nelson Mandela, was imprisoned. (Photo: AP)

Huge crowds turn out for Madikizela-Mandela's final journey

Thousands of mourners packed a 40,000-seat stadium to celebrate the powerful figure who was buried as a national hero.

14 Apr 2018 5:25 PM

Most of Winnie Mandela's 38-year marriage to Nelson was spent apart, leaving her to raise their two daughters alone as she kept his political dream alive. (Photo: AFP)

South Africa lays to rest 'Mama' Winnie Mandela today

A 21-gun salute will be fired and a full honour guard is expected to escort Winnie's remains to her final resting place.

14 Apr 2018 1:46 PM

Madikizela-Mandela was married to Nelson Mandela from 1958 to 1996. Mandela, who died in 2013, was imprisoned throughout most of their marriage. (Photo: AP)

‘Mother of the Nation’ Nelson Mandela’s ex-wife passes away at 81

‘She succumbed peacefully in the early hours of Monday afternoon surrounded by her family and loved ones.’

03 Apr 2018 3:38 PM

The ball-tampering row has put question marks on Australian cricket team’s culture. (Photo: Youtube screengrab)

What's ball-tampering and why it is considered a serious offence?

Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft ball-tampering issue during third test against south Africa shocked cricket world.

27 Mar 2018 11:36 AM

The International Cricket Council on Sunday banned Australia captain Steve Smith (right) for one match and fines 100 percent of his match fees. (Phot: AFP)

Cricket Australia could ban Smith, Warner for life after ball-tampering row

Steve Smith sensationally admitted to ball-tampering during the third Test against South Africa.

26 Mar 2018 10:09 AM

Patel and Del Vecchio also stand accused of contravening the Protection of Constitutional Democracy Against Terrorism and Related Activities Act by hoisting an ISIS flag at a modest homestead in a rural area. (Representational Image)

ISIS-linked Indian-origin woman, partner, abduct British couple, held

Fatima Patel and her partner also face charges of robbery and theft after they went on a spending spree using the couples' credit cards.

26 Feb 2018 9:07 AM

The 65-year-old leader was elected as the new President of the African National Congress two months ago. (Photo: AP)

Cyril Ramaphosa sworn in as new S African prez after Zuma’s resignation

Ramaphosa was elected unopposed in the National Assembly Thursday afternoon.

15 Feb 2018 6:41 PM

Zuma has been in a power struggle with multi-millionaire former businessman Cyril Ramaphosa, the deputy president who now becomes interim president. (Photo: AFP)

South African President Jacob Zuma resigns under pressure from ANC

Zuma railed against the ANC for 'recalling' him from office and threatening to oust him via a parliament no-confidence vote due on Thursday.

15 Feb 2018 8:33 AM

The power struggle over Zuma's departure has put him at loggerheads with deputy president Cyril Ramaphosa, his expected successor, who is the new head of the ANC. (Photo: File)

'No confidence' in Jacob Zuma: S African Parliament to oust prez tomorrow

Zuma was expected to respond on Wednesday to the ANC's order for him to resign.

14 Feb 2018 6:05 PM

Police Zuma and the Guptas - a family of wealthy Indian-born businessmen - deny any wrongdoing. (Photo: AP)

S African Prez Zuma’s ‘wealthy Indian friend’ Atul Gupta’s home raided

A lawyer for the Gupta family said he could not comment on the raid because he had yet to see the search warrant.

14 Feb 2018 2:38 PM

'The decision by the NEC to recall its deployee was taken only after exhaustive discussion on the impact such a recall would have on the country,' he said.

Scandal-tainted S African prez Zuma 'agrees' to step down, but no fixed date

There is no fixed date for Zuma to stand down adding that there would be 'continuing interaction' between party officials and Zuma.

13 Feb 2018 7:56 PM

While India are struggling at 28 for 3, after dismissing South Africa for 286, Bhuvneshwar felt that the game is still pretty evenly poised. (Photo: AP)

SA vs IND: We conceded 25-30 extra runs, says Bhuvi

Bhuvneshwar Kumar finished with figures of 4 for 87 but missed out on a five-for on Day 1 of the 1st South Africa vs India Test.

06 Jan 2018 12:34 PM