Rugby World CupSpringboks omissions prove controversialUnder an air of pageantry on a night that threatened to turn stormy in Durban, 30 Springboks were selected to represent their country in England for the World Cup.29 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldPistorius' release reviewedA parole board will now review when Oscar Pistorius will be released from prison after the South African Justice Minister made a surprise last-minute intervention.20 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldReleased next week - why?Pistorius was sentenced to five years in prison for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Now he's set to be released after just serving 10 months of his sentence.13 Aug 08:25 PM
Black CapsElliott wary of Zimbabwe's heroicsNew Zealand will be on guard when they face Zimbabwe in the opening ODI of their four-game visit in Harare on Sunday.29 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionSA were the better teamJustin Marshall writes: South Africa dominated for large patches but would have been left with a feeling familiar.26 Jul 05:00 PM
All BlacksStunning score provides Coles comfortAs recently as last year, Springbok Bismarck du Plessis was widely considered the best hooker in the world. No longer and it's clear Dane Coles has overtaken him.26 Jul 05:00 PM
SportDead brother watching overThe mother of an Australian surfer who survived a close encounter with a great white shark believes her son's dead sibling was watching over him.20 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldMore than 300 hurt in terror crashMore than 300 people were injured when two passenger trains crashed in South Africa yesterday.18 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldSafari guide mauled by leopardA British safari guide was attacked by a leopard in the open-top jeep he was travelling in while in Kruger National Park, South Africa.03 Jul 07:35 PM
WorldCameras taken in lion park probeThe camera of an American woman mauled to death by a lion in South Africa has been taken by police investigating what prompted the big cat to pounce.03 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldPaid strike force secret weaponWith their roots in South Africa's apartheid-era security forces, they don't fit the image of an army of liberation.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouth African protest hits ParliamentDistressed members of New Zealand's African community have rallied at Parliament to protest violence against immigrants in South Africa.28 Apr 11:48 PM
WorldXenophobia: Zulu king retreatsZulu King Goodwill Zwelithini condemned attacks on foreign nationals as he tried to deflect criticism that his comments last month fuelled violence.21 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldZuma pledges justice for foreignersThe South African government will set up dedicated courts to try perpetrators of xenophobic violence that has afflicted the country in recent weeks, claiming at least seven lives.20 Apr 12:06 AM
World Photos: Terror on the streets of JohannesburgShocking scenes have emerged from the streets of Johannesburg, where South Africa was experiencing yet another day of widespread looting and anti-immigrant attacks.17 Apr 09:52 PM
WorldTerror on the streets of South AfricaSo far six people are believed to have been killed in violent anti-immigrant protests in South Africa.16 Apr 09:44 PM
TravelSouth Africa: A weekend in Cape TownChris Leadbeater makes the most of a short visit to the harbour city.03 Apr 04:00 PM
TravelSlow train across the HighveldJohn Coomber finds inconveniences don't bother him a bit on a cross-country rail trek.31 Mar 11:00 PM
WorldAussie tourist mauled by lionAn Australian tourist was lucky to escape with his life after he was mauled by a lion during an African safari tour.29 Mar 05:15 PM
WorldJune Steenkamp: 'It's something that I have to do'June Steenkamp is in NZ to share her experience. She hopes sharing what her daughter went through will help other women speak up to prevent domestic violence.23 Mar 06:25 AM
WorldWorld losing wildlife poaching warThe northern white rhino is heading the way of the dinosaurs. With only five left on Earth extinction is now inevitable.22 Mar 04:00 PM
SportRugby: Sth Africa obvious choice to host CupUnless the US, or another exotic wild card makes a late bid, the 2023 World Cup hosting rights have to - surely - be given to South Africa.21 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelIn praise of JohannesburgFor John Simpson, gritty, sunny Johannesburg is South Africa's golden city.13 Mar 08:00 PM
WorldPenis transplant a successSouth African doctors have performed the world's first successful penis transplant, three months after the ground-breaking operation.13 Mar 06:28 PM
Cricket World CupCricket World Cup: Do the sums - answer could be 400 for South AfricaA tantalising equation awaits today: S African captain + no Eden Park boundary greater than 65m - the prospective loss of Pakistan bowling dignity = the potential for another 400-plus innings.06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSlain model's mum in NZ to share storyThe mother of slain model Reeva Steenkamp, shot dead by Oscar Pistorius on Valentine's Day 2013, is due to share her daughter's story with Kiwis.24 Feb 04:00 PM
Cricket World CupZimbabwe force SA to scramble homeIt took only one match for several holes to be poked in South Africa's case for winning the Cricket World Cup.15 Feb 04:00 PM
Super RugbySharks and Bulls look the main challengersThe Bulls may end up being a surprisingly different side in terms of style this year.12 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandClaws out over Lion Man's new park"He wants to promote himself, make money out of it at the cost of the animals." The Lion Man's shift to South Africa has upset the conservation community there.27 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldRoar of the crowd heard in scienceYou can take a role in testing the effect of warming skin on memory. Or you can involve yourself in a bid to land a spaceship on the Moon....21 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldPistorius murder conviction still optionA successful appeal by state prosecutors means Oscar Pistorius could have his conviction upgraded from culpable homicide to murder.10 Dec 07:14 PM