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Three red cards - are referees getting tough at this World Cup?
Three players were sent off in the World Cup opener as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0. Are we about to see a World Cup littered with red cards?
June 11, 2026Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red - Reuters
Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red Reuters
June 11, 2026Three red cards shown in opening game of World Cup
Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio shows red cards to South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane as well as Mexico's Cesar Montes during the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium.
June 11, 2026Quinones and Jimenez fire Mexico to opening World Cup win over nine-man South Africa - Reuters
Quinones and Jimenez fire Mexico to opening World Cup win over nine-man South Africa Reuters
June 11, 2026Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
Nigeria is the latest African state to repatriate citizens following reports of xenophobic attacks.
June 11, 2026Air miles, altitude & Springboks - Scotland's arduous summer
Playing Argentina and South Africa away from home before Fiji at Murrayfield on consecutive July weekends is a daunting prospect for Scotland in the inaugural Nations Championship.
June 9, 2026Wolves sign Trippier and in Jimenez talks
Wolves sign former England full-back Kieran Trippier and are in talks to re-sign former striker Raul Jimenez on a free transfer.
June 8, 2026Malawians repatriated from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns
Malawi is among several African nations transporting their citizens out of the country following reports of violence against migrants.
June 8, 2026South Africa's Ramaphosa vows crackdown on groups behind xenophobic attacks - Reuters
South Africa's Ramaphosa vows crackdown on groups behind xenophobic attacks Reuters
June 7, 2026Departing players have been 'a big motivator' - Doris
Leinster captain Caelan Doris says the prospect of several players leaving the province at the end of the season provided extra motivation before their 20-11 URC semi-final win against the Stormers.
June 6, 2026Leinster hold off Stormers to reach URC final
Leinster will face the Bulls in the United Rugby Championship final for the second year running as the Irish province beat the Stormers in a bruising semi-final.
June 6, 2026The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president
A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.
June 5, 2026FIFA bans vuvuzelas from World Cup stadiums - Reuters
FIFA bans vuvuzelas from World Cup stadiums Reuters
June 4, 2026South Africa made to look like fools after World Cup visa issues, says minister
The country's football association says it is working to resolve the problems that have delayed the team's departure to Mexico.
May 31, 2026South Africa's World Cup departure delayed in visa 'debacle' - Reuters
South Africa's World Cup departure delayed in visa 'debacle' Reuters
May 31, 2026'Gifts' from a lover and 'botched' cocaine raids: Police inquiry grips South Africa
South Africa's Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.
May 30, 2026Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests - Reuters
Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa after anti-immigrant protests Reuters
May 27, 2026First Ghanaians set to be repatriated from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence.
May 27, 2026Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans - Reuters
Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans Reuters
May 26, 2026South African president mounts legal challenge against report that could lead to impeachment
Cyril Ramaphosa argues that the authors of the report "misconceived" their mandate.
May 26, 2026Kohli to play 2027 World Cup only if he can add value - Reuters
Kohli to play 2027 World Cup only if he can add value Reuters
May 16, 2026BRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran - Reuters
BRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran Reuters
May 15, 2026Hotel owners expected a World Cup boom - so far it hasn't happened
An industry body survey found hotels in World Cup host cities see the tournament as a "non-event".
May 15, 2026Ghana to evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks - Reuters
Ghana to evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks Reuters
May 13, 2026South Africa's top court bars repeat asylum applications
The home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system.
May 12, 2026South Africa's Ramaphosa faces down calls to resign over cash-in-sofa scandal - Reuters
South Africa's Ramaphosa faces down calls to resign over cash-in-sofa scandal Reuters
May 11, 2026South African president says he will not step down after impeachment call
President Cyril Ramaphosa said he would not resign on Monday evening after days of speculation.
May 11, 2026Microsoft’s African data center falters on payment demands, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
Microsoft’s African data center falters on payment demands, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
May 10, 2026South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling
The Constitutional Court says MPs were was wrong to block impeachment proceedings against Cyril Ramaphosa.
May 8, 2026South Africa condemns 'fake videos' of alleged xenophobic attacks
As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.
May 7, 2026At least 130 Nigerians seek repatriation from South Africa after protests, Abuja says - Reuters
At least 130 Nigerians seek repatriation from South Africa after protests, Abuja says Reuters
May 4, 2026South Africa says British national critical after hantavirus case on antarctic cruise - Reuters
South Africa says British national critical after hantavirus case on antarctic cruise Reuters
May 4, 2026Nigeria summons South African envoy over attacks on its nationals
There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.
May 3, 2026South Africa's top envoy to Ghana summoned over attacks on foreigners
A Ghanaian national was confronted by South Africans in a viral clip and questioned about his immigration status.
April 24, 2026Exclusive: Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans - Reuters
Exclusive: Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans Reuters
April 23, 2026South African police chief suspended over $20m health contract
Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.
April 23, 2026South Africa's police boss charged in connection with controversial health contract
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.
April 21, 2026Trailblazing black beauty queen who defied apartheid South Africa dies aged 76
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa - one black and one white.
April 20, 2026What next for South African opposition firebrand Malema after his five-year prison sentence?
The sentence raises huge questions marks over the political future of one of South Africa's most controversial politicians.
April 17, 2026South African rand edges up as dollar remains under pressure - Reuters
South African rand edges up as dollar remains under pressure Reuters
April 17, 2026South African opposition figure Malema sentenced to five years in prison for firing a gun
Malema is appealing against the decision, which means he is not going to prison immediately.
April 16, 2026South African opposition leader Malema gets jail sentence for firing gun - Reuters
South African opposition leader Malema gets jail sentence for firing gun Reuters
April 16, 2026Wanted activist arrested in South Africa over support for Benin coup plot
Keba Seba is known for opposing French influence in Africa and backing West Africa's military leaders.
April 16, 2026Former US Marine pilot loses appeal against extradition from Australia
Daniel Duggan was arrested in 2022 over claims he illegally trained the Chinese military in South Africa.
April 16, 2026South Africa names apartheid-era politician as new ambassador to the US
Roelf Meyer played a key role as a negotiator during talks to end white-minority rule in South Africa.
April 15, 2026South African president appoints Roelf Meyer as next ambassador to US - Reuters
South African president appoints Roelf Meyer as next ambassador to US Reuters
April 14, 2026Can this man broaden the appeal of a South African party seen by some as 'too white'?
The Democratic Alliance's new leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, admits the party's support is too narrow.
April 13, 2026US has let in 4,499 refugees since October - all but three were South African
Trump has given priority to Afrikaners, a white minority group he says is being persecuted. South Africa has objected to his characterisation.
April 10, 2026Ladysmith Black Mambazo's 'wise elder' dies aged 77
Albert Mazibuko sang in the iconic South African choral group for more than 55 years.
April 6, 2026South African army arrive in crime hotspots to help tackle gangs
The army has been deployed to five of South Africa's nine provinces for a year-long operation.
April 1, 2026Semenya vows to fight against IOC's gene-screening policy - Reuters
Semenya vows to fight against IOC's gene-screening policy Reuters
March 31, 2026South Africa's exclusion from G7 summit no surprise, says Ramaphosa
Reports say the US pressured France to rescind Ramaphosa’s invitation after Trump threatened to boycott the summit.
March 27, 2026South Africa's police chief to appear in court over controversial health contract
South African authorities declined to disclose the charges he will face when he stands in the dock.
March 25, 2026South Africa's gold producers stay in the shallows as prices surge - Reuters
South Africa's gold producers stay in the shallows as prices surge Reuters
March 24, 2026South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis
Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks.
March 19, 2026South Africa rejects US pressure to distance itself from Iran - Reuters
South Africa rejects US pressure to distance itself from Iran Reuters
March 16, 2026Whistleblower murder suspect is former elite officer, South African police say
Marius van der Merwe was shot dead three weeks after accusing police officers of killing a robbery suspect.
March 16, 2026New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'
Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.
March 11, 2026South Africa calls in new US ambassador over 'undiplomatic remarks' - Reuters
South Africa calls in new US ambassador over 'undiplomatic remarks' Reuters
March 11, 2026South Africa team, stranded in India, to fly home from Wednesday - Reuters
South Africa team, stranded in India, to fly home from Wednesday Reuters
March 11, 2026South Africa's long-serving former defence minister and former Robben Island prisoner dies
Mosiuoa Lekota was imprisoned with former South African President Nelson Mandela on Robben Island.
March 4, 2026South Africa offers to mediate in Middle East conflict if asked - Reuters
South Africa offers to mediate in Middle East conflict if asked Reuters
March 4, 2026South Africa's Lekota, who led breakaway from ANC, dies at 77 - Reuters
South Africa's Lekota, who led breakaway from ANC, dies at 77 Reuters
March 4, 2026Maersk reroutes some sailings around Africa due to 'unforeseen constraints' in Red Sea - Reuters
Maersk reroutes some sailings around Africa due to 'unforeseen constraints' in Red Sea Reuters
February 27, 2026Girl, 14, shot dead as South Africa's 'taxi wars' hit school
Violence has plagued South Africa's highly competitive and lucrative taxi industry for decades.
February 26, 2026Ramaphosa thanks Putin for release of South Africans lured into Russia-Ukraine war
The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.
February 24, 2026South Africa says most of a group of 17 men lured into fighting for Russia set to return home - Reuters
South Africa says most of a group of 17 men lured into fighting for Russia set to return home Reuters
February 24, 2026Robert Mugabe's son charged with attempted murder in South Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe and one other man have not commented on the charges after a 23-year-old was shot.
February 23, 2026Mugabe's son appears in South African court on attempted murder charge - Reuters
Mugabe's son appears in South African court on attempted murder charge Reuters
February 23, 2026South Africa thump India to assert T20 World Cup title credentials - Reuters
South Africa thump India to assert T20 World Cup title credentials Reuters
February 22, 2026Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder
Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured.
February 19, 2026