South Africa has pledged US$2.5 million (about 41.2 million rand) to the Africa Epidemics Fund in a move aimed at strengthening the continent’s response to the latest Ebola outbreak affecting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The contribution was welcomed by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, which described the funding…
South African Police Service officers in the Sedibeng district have arrested two suspects after intercepting a truck transporting illicit cigarettes valued at approximately 3.7 million rand. The intelligence-driven operation was carried out on 20 May 2026 following information received by Crime Intelligence officers regarding a white truck allegedly moving illegal cigarettes from Gauteng towards QwaQwa…
South Africa has strongly condemned the interception of the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), describing the reported detention of South African citizens in international waters as a serious violation of international law and human rights. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) issued the statement after Israeli forces reportedly intercepted the civilian-led humanitarian vessel…
Amazon has made a significant change to its South African marketplace by ending its long-running free delivery promotion, marking a new phase in the company’s local expansion strategy. South African customers who previously enjoyed free shipping on nearly all orders will now face stricter delivery conditions, while priority delivery fees have jumped sharply from just…
Zhejiang province, a group of doctors are emerging as true-life heroes. Traveling aboard a medical ship, they deliver free healthcare services to residents on remote islands. In the past, many elderly islanders spent hours on boats just to see a doctor. Today, medical staff from provincial and city hospitals regularly volunteer on their days off…
Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday that China and Russia should drive the development and revitalization of both countries through comprehensive strategic coordination of even higher quality. Xi made the remarks during talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in…
In Lhasa, Xizang, a chef and host runs a cozy family kitchen where foreign travelers can become cooks for the day. They go on a short grocery run to gather fresh ingredients at the local wet market to discover Tibetan herbs, yak butter and colorful vegetables. Back at her kitchen, chef Langzhen guides her guests…
The City of Johannesburg is undertaking major upgrades to two museums in preparation for the temporary relocation of the Johannesburg Art Gallery’s internationally significant art collection. The move forms part of a broader effort to preserve what is widely considered the largest and most historically important public art collection in Sub-Saharan Africa. In a statement…
Millions of South Africans now buy National Lottery tickets through their banking apps, but many players still wonder what happens if they win a major prize. Will the bank notify you automatically, or do you still need to check the numbers manually? According to South Africa’s major banks, the answer is yes — banking apps…
A Soweto entrepreneur is turning personal trauma into a unique luxury fashion business by creating bulletproof handbags designed to combine style, safety and African heritage. Hlumelo Nyaluza, founder of HN Luxury, has launched a collection of premium handbags and backpacks made with ballistic-resistant materials while incorporating African artistry and Xhosa cultural identity into the designs….
