Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has weighed in on the Teboho Mokoena ineligibility saga, and the Belgian has suggested there is no need for Bafana Bafana to be punished. A dark cloud still hangs over South Africa’s senior national team since midfielder Mokoena took to the field in the 2-0 win over Lesotho in March… Continue reading Bafana Coach Broos Not Losing Sleep Over Mokoena Saga
Tragedy in Brakpan: Police Sergeant Fatally Shoots Wife, Injures Family, Then Takes Own Life
The community of Brakpan remains in shock following a deeply disturbing incident in which Sergeant Brian Mngadi, stationed at Brakpan Police Station, allegedly murdered his wife and injured several family members before turning the gun on himself. He later fled the scene. African Times secured a WhatsApp voice note recorded by Sergeant Mngadi just before… Continue reading Tragedy in Brakpan: Police Sergeant Fatally Shoots Wife, Injures Family, Then Takes Own Life
Bafana Bafana Final Squad Announced for World Cup Qualifiers
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has cut down the squad from 48 to 23 players ahead of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Bafana Bafana will clash with neighbours Lesotho ‘away’ at the Free State Stadium on 5 September, before hosting Nigeria at the same venue four days later. South Africa’s senior national team tops Group… Continue reading Bafana Bafana Final Squad Announced for World Cup Qualifiers
Unisa’s Eminent Women Academics Recognised for Science Excellence
The Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI) has honoured several of UNISA’s female academics for “pushing the boundaries of knowledge” in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). These trailblazers were among the recipients of the DSTI’s 2025 South African Women in Science Awards (SAWiSA) in Pretoria on August 21, 2025. They… Continue reading Unisa’s Eminent Women Academics Recognised for Science Excellence
Mailula Faces Uncertain Future in Canada
South African forward Cassius Mailula will be reintegrated into the Toronto squad, but he faces a bleak future at the club. The MLS side has confirmed Mailula will make a return after a move to Algerian side MC Alger fell through. He spent the past season on loan at Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca. Despite interest… Continue reading Mailula Faces Uncertain Future in Canada
CAETE Serves as an Apt Venue for African Businesses to Boost Exports, Form Lasting Links
In the picturesque city of Changsha, a cool breeze from the Xiangjiang River whispers through landmarks like Yuelu Mountain and Orange Isle. Inside the exhibition halls, the rich aromas of African tea, spices, and essential oils filled the air, as a renowned showcase of China-Africa cooperation brands got underway. The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade… Continue reading CAETE Serves as an Apt Venue for African Businesses to Boost Exports, Form Lasting Links
Zungula Calls for Reparations to Be Written Into Law at African Debt Conference
African Transformation Movement (ATM) parliamentary leader Vuyolwethu Zungula has called on young lawmakers across the continent to push for reparations to be made a legal obligation, saying the time for speeches has passed and that Africa must legislate justice. Speaking at the 5th Edition of the African Conference on Debt and Development (AfCoDD V) held… Continue reading Zungula Calls for Reparations to Be Written Into Law at African Debt Conference
Bafana Bafana Winger Joins Saudi Club
Saudi Arabian Pro League club Al-Hazem has announced the signing of Bafana Bafana winger Elias Mokwana. The 25-year-old joins the Asians on a one-season loan deal from Tunisian outfit Espérance. Mokwana was deemed surplus to requirements by the Blood and Gold but quickly garnered interest, especially from the Gulf region, with Al-Hazem moving quickly to… Continue reading Bafana Bafana Winger Joins Saudi Club
SAHRC Welcomes Malema Hate Speech Ruling as EFF Cries Political Persecution
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has welcomed a landmark ruling by the Western Cape Equality Court declaring that statements made by Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema in 2022 amounted to hate speech and incitement to violence. The ruling, delivered on Tuesday, 27 August 2025, found both Malema and the EFF jointly… Continue reading SAHRC Welcomes Malema Hate Speech Ruling as EFF Cries Political Persecution
Miss Univen’s 2024/5 2nd Princess Dies
Thohoyandou – Fourth-year Bachelor of Social Work student at the University of Venda andMiss University of Venda’s 2024/5 pageant, Hasandi Ranzida (21), who earned the title of Second Princess and became part of the royal family, died on Tuesday. The Ranzida family of Maniini, located outside the Thohoyandoon town, confirmed her death today and expressed… Continue reading Miss Univen’s 2024/5 2nd Princess Dies