Analyst warns Ethiopia fighting could widen into regional conflict

Renewed fighting in northern Ethiopia could spread beyond Tigray and destabilize the wider Horn of Africa, an International Crisis Group analyst warned

South Sudan: Kiir opens political dialogue ahead of December elections

Critics have questioned whether credible elections can be held in just three months, amid concerns over security, political space and the absence of a permanent constitution.

Ukraine: Russian drone barrage on Kyiv kills teenage boy and wounds 20 residents

A 14-year-old boy was killed after a Russian drone tore into a 16-storey apartment block in Kyivâ s Pecherskyi district overnight on Friday 25 September 2026.

DRC amputee football tournament offers hope and a path to recovery

In Uvira, in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, football is also being used as a way to rebuild lives. From 23 to 25 September, amputee players from North Kivu, South Kivu and Tanganyika came together for the first national amputee football tournament.

Galloway blasts 'settler occupation' during fiery Durban Palestine address

Jetour Traveler 7 priced in China as possible first hint of facelift T2

Jetour South Africa is still to confirm whether the Traveler 7 will become the updated local market T2.

WATCH: Comic Con Africa cosplayers bring favourite characters to life

Dive into the vibrant world of Comic Con Africa, where cosplay and creativity celebrate gaming, comics and beloved characters.

African-American artistâ s work celebrated in travelling retrospective

Kerry James Marshall's arguably done more than any living artist to bring black figures into Western galleries

Explosion near Acropolis collapses building in Athensâ Plaka, injuring two

A powerful explosion in Athensâ historic Plaka district brought down a two-storey building near the Acropolis on Friday 25 September 2026, injuring at least two people. The cause remains under investigation, although a gas leak is suspected.

Kaizer Chiefs legend identifies key problem holding Mfundo Vilakazi back

Tsepo Masilela has challenged Kaizer Chiefs youngster Mfundo Vilakazi to make the most of his opportunities given to him at the club.

Sudan's Al-Burhan pushes Saudi maritime deal as parliament remains absent

Sudan's Al-Burhan is pushing ahead with Saudi maritime border talks as the war continues and the country remains without an elected parliament.

Sekunjalo Group condemns News24 headline as 'materially misleading' over SCA finding

Ramaphosa widens SIU probe into KZN Transport tenders and contracts

El Niño rundown: from first warnings to a 451,000-death projection

What started as a routine climate forecast has become one of the most closely watched weather stories of the year. Here's the full timeline, and what it means for South Africa.

Former CFO Mthethwa returns to take ACSA hot seat

Former ACSA CFO Siphamandla Mthethwa returns as CEO amid procurement controversies, irregular expenditure and pressure to improve airports.

Lions eager to rectify mistakes in URC opener against Leinster

The Lions are aiming to start their new URC campaign on a high by beating the defending champions Leinster.

Heavy fighting, internet disruption as Ethiopia conflict rages

Ethiopian forces battled to repel assaults on multiple fronts by Tigrayan rebels while telecoms shutdown raised blockade fears.

Khanyi Mars and Munaka join new season of SABC's 'HotSpot Seli'

The new season premieres on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

French literary prize removes novel from longlist after AI claims

Organisers of Frances top literary prize Prix Goncourt removed a novel by Canadian-Haitian writer over AI writing claims.

US rapper Macklemore announces â free Palestineâ concerts

The announcement comes after Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeranâ s Loop Tour, following his public pro-Palestinian comments on stage