South Africa’s newest universities open their doors
Two new universities open in South Africa, managing to attract less than 250 students for their initial intake
Sertan started writing for the South African to find his inner African - or so he claims. With his background in journalism Sertan has worked on various documentaries and news channels, and has also contributed features to the Guardian and other publications. He holds a Master's Degree in War Studies but does not believe in the initiation of violence. If that makes him 'pieperig', so be it.
Two new universities open in South Africa, managing to attract less than 250 students for their initial intake
The case against a 23-year-old truck driver who killed 24 people in a crash near Durban last September is being adjusted ahead of his trial
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe turned 90 years old last week – without any signs of relinquishing power any time soon
A recent Bank of America poll shows a worrying trend in investment, as stability in emerging markets is widely considered the most important factor for future investments
The short version of events: the ANC wins and the DA loses in a number of by-elections held across South Africa earlier in the week. But the long version of the story rather exposes how neither party can actually claim a major victory or celebrate any success, as the campaign season shifts into full gear
Someone in The New York Times newsroom must clearly be in love with Cape Town – and they have very good reason to be
As media focus begins to keenly shift towards the upcoming ‘trial of the century’, we take a look at Oscar Pistorius’s older brother Carl’s social media habits – a man who seems to be forever in search of inspiration
As all of Cape Town appears to be preparing for its annual Gay Pride celebrations this weekend, LGBTI issues in South Africa begin to take on a more political dimension with the launch of a gay political party
A mother from Mpumalanga celebrates her win over an international custody battle, as the High Court in North Gauteng publishes a blasting report on how her case had been handled recklessly especially by the British authorities involved in the case
A teaser for the documentary feature film “The Boers at the End of the World” has sparked interest for the unique linguistic conundrum that is Afrikaans, raising questions about the prospects of its survival around the world
Another inspired ad campaign hits South African screens – it depicts the intricate steps undertaken by an illiterate elderly man learning to read; while keeping his motivation for embarking on this difficult journey hidden until the very end
18-year-old Filipa Carmo da Silva makes her way into audiences’ hearts around the world, coming up first in Ryan Seacrest’s coveted online competition – ahead of Jedward!
As the diamond mining industry is embarking on a path of recovery and undergoing major reforms after the demise of the De Beers stronghold, examining the meaning and history behind diamonds may provide some insight into this ‘asset’s’ future
Underground accidents are turning into a commonplace occurrence for South Africa’s decaying mining industry, as the latest incident highlights the dangers of the trade from a different perspective
Just when you think you have finished spending a small fortune on all the adapters needed for your transcontinental lifestyle, this happens
Thousands of ANC and DA supporters barely managed to shy away from violent clashes, as the election year is pushed into gear
Students enrolled in Russian universities are forced to sleep at train stations, as the Zimbabwean government fails to send financial assurances for their upkeep.
Think kids are getting out of hand these days? Think again and meet some of the unruly teenagers coming to South Africa to learn a lesson or two about discipline.
There’s no sign from South African teacher Pierre Korkie, as his execution deadline comes and passes.
A reluctant Londoner puts a whole new twist on the idea of a jet-set lifestyle, making Barcelona practically a suburb of London
As a South African couple are found guilty of defrauding church members of nearly £250,000, the husband goes AWOL in a bid to escape prison
The rhetoric between Iran and the United States has turned sour once more, forcing South Africa into a compromising position
As voter registration comes to a close, President Zuma announces 7 May as the date for the general elections – leaving relatively little time for parties to wrap up their election campaigns
With almost a billion rand in the red for the second year running, South African Airways (SAA) turns to government as well as new airline partnerships to keep its ailing fleet afloat
25 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, we visit this restless city to examine a very European transition into democracy