Ebola fears keep pregnant women away from healthcare in eastern DRC

Fear of Ebola is keeping pregnant women away from healthcare facilities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising the risk of stillbirths, premature births and maternal deaths as the country's deadliest Ebola outbreak continues to disrupt routine medical care.

ICC slams United States sanctions against top court staff

It measures against the ICC president and a senior trial lawyer are the latest salvo by Washington against the court which it accuses of being "politicised".

Dozens killed in Central African Republic gold mine collapse

A landslide at an illegal gold mine in the western Central African Republic has killed several dozen people, with local sources estimating the toll at up to 100. Rescue teams are searching for survivors as authorities struggle to establish the final death toll.

UN calls on Zambia to stop arbitrary arrests of opposition figures

The United Nations rights chief has called on Zambia to stop arbitrary arrests and uphold the rights of all those detained. The statement from UN High Commissioner Volker Türk follows reports of arrests and detention of opposition figures in Zambia before and after Thursdayâ s election.

Russia and Ukraine Exchange 103 Prisoners Each in Latest Swap

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 103 prisoners each in their latest wartime swap, with the United Arab Emirates acting as mediator. The release offers another rare point of cooperation between the two sides as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict remain largely stalled.

DR Congo says Ebola cases exceed 5,000 with 2,378 deaths

Responders are warning the deadly haemorrhagic virus is spreading at an unprecedented rate, outpacing efforts to slow it in the remote eastern part of the country.

Infrastructure centre of South Africa's agenda as chair of SADC

South Africa says itâ s putting infrastructure development at the centre of its agenda as chair of the Southern African Development Community.

Food inflation lowest in 16 years: StatsSA

StatsSA announced the lowest annual inflation rate for food declining to 0.9% in July.

E Cape pig farmers concerned over African swine fever outbreak

Farmers are calling for urgent government intervention to prevent further spread of the disease.

Kyrgios provisionally suspended after testing positive for cocaine

The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced the suspension.

US sanctions ICC president, senior legal official

the United States (US) has escalated its campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Adams describes Mkhwanazi as an apartheid-era police officer

Adams testified that he took exception to comments made by Mkhwanazi in Parliament.

Police hunt woman linked to DJ Warras murder

Hlengiwe Buthelezi is a suspect wanted in connection to Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock's murder.

AU sends condolences to Zimbabwe following ferry accident

Youssouf says the AU stands in solidarity with the people of Zimbabwe and all affected communities.

2027 Comrades launched despite ongoing feud

Comrades Marathon Association went ahead with the launch of the 2027 centenary race in Durban.

SA hands over remains of two apartheid-era Namibian prisoners

South African government has formally handed over the remains of two Namibian political prisoners.

ANC reinstates Eastern Cape PEC

Provincial ANC Chairperson Oscar Mabuyane called on party members to focus on the upcoming polls.

Flu, COVID-19 or a cold? How to tell the difference

Ramokgopa promises more transparent electricity bills under new policy

Woman sues dealership for R400,000 after Mercedes-Benz was returned in worse condition