The South African Police Service has expanded its investigation into a series of women's deaths in the Ekurhuleni area after a seventh body was discovered. On Tuesday, 15 September 2026, the body of a woman in her thirties was found in a decomposed state behind Club 69 in…
4 sources across 2 countries
· South Africa · Hong Kong
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Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
South China Morning PostHong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
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South Africa won a four Test series against New Zealand, winning the series 3 to 1. The final match of the series took place in Baltimore, Maryland. This event was part of an effort by rugby stewards to grow the sport within the United States market. South Africa currently holds…
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2 sources across 2 countries
· South Africa · United States
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
CNNUnited States · Centre-left · Warner Bros. Discovery
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Delhi Police recovered approximately 3 lakh rupees in Indian and US currency after a South African BRICS delegate accidentally left the money in a cab. Officers from the Barakhamba Road police station tracked the vehicle and returned the funds to the delegate roughly 30 minutes…
2 sources
· India
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The Indian ExpressIndia · Centre · Indian Express Group (Goenka family)
Hindustan TimesIndia · Centre-right · HT Media (KK Birla group)
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The South African health department is set to launch an online training course on respectful maternity care on 22 September via its Knowledge Hub platform. Fikile Ndlovu, the deputy director general for maternal health, stated that the course consists of three lessons with…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
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The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
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South Africa won the inaugural Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series 3-1 after defeating New Zealand 43-28 in Baltimore. The match took place before a US record crowd of more than 68,000 people, many of whom were expatriate South Africans. The Springboks scored six tries to New…
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2 sources across 2 countries
· South Africa · United Kingdom
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Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
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The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
South Africa won the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series 3-1 after defeating New Zealand 43-28 in the fourth and final Test match in Baltimore, Maryland. The match took place at the M&T Bank Stadium, the home of the Baltimore Ravens, in front of a crowd estimated between 68,173 and…
development
5 sources across 3 countries
· South Africa · United Kingdom · Argentina
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
BBC NewsUnited Kingdom · Centre · Public · Licence fee, royal charter
La NacionArgentina · Centre-right · Saguier family
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
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South Africa is extraditing six Nigerian nationals to the United States on suspicion of being members of the Black Axe organized crime network. The South African Police Service stated that the individuals are wanted by U.S. authorities on charges of wire fraud and money…
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2 sources across 2 countries
· Nigeria · United Kingdom
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Premium TimesNigeria · Centre · Premium Times Services Ltd
ReutersUnited Kingdom · Centre · Thomson Reuters Corporation
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
The South African Football Association (Safa) will hold its elective congress on 12 September 2026, with the presidency contested by incumbent Dr. Danny Jordaan and AmaZulu FC chairman Sandile Zungu. Delegates will cast 265 votes for various positions, including the presidency,…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Friday to participate in the 18th BRICS Summit, which is scheduled for September 12 and 13 at Bharat Mandapam. The summit is being chaired by India and will include leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa,…
development
9 sources across 7 countries
· 1 of them is linked to a state
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The HinduIndia · Centre-left · Kasturi & Sons (family-owned)
The Indian ExpressIndia · Centre · Indian Express Group (Goenka family)
Hindustan TimesIndia · Centre-right · HT Media (KK Birla group)
InfobaeArgentina · Centre-right · Daniel Hadad
The Daily StarBangladesh · Centre · Mediaworld Ltd
Al JazeeraQatar · Centre-left · State-affiliated · Qatari government funded
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
BloombergUnited States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Matipandile Sotheni, a former member of the South African Police Service Special Task Force, appeared in the Brakpan Magistrate Court on 9 September. Sotheni faces 16 criminal counts, including premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder, in connection with the killing…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has dismissed legal challenges brought by the South African Democratic Teachers Union (Sadtu) and the nonprofit Equal Education, upholding the Western Cape's authority to establish new models for public schools. The ruling affirms the legality…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The South African government has appealed to the country's highest court to prevent the auction of objects belonging to Nelson Mandela in the United States. The government argues that the items are part of the national heritage and that their export without authorization is…
2 sources across 2 countries
· Argentina · Brazil
Who reported this
ClarinArgentina · Centre-right · Grupo Clarin
UOLBrazil · Centre-left · Grupo Folha
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A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Sandile Zungu, the president of AmaZulu FC and a candidate for the South African Football Association (Safa) presidency, has accused the administration of incumbent president Danny Jordaan of using financial inducements and electoral fraud to maintain power. Speaking at a media…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Former National Assembly speaker and defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula testified in the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Mapisa-Nqakula faces 12 counts of corruption and one count of money laundering. The charges relate to…
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2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Forecasters warn that El Niño is established in the tropical Pacific and is expected to strengthen through the closing months of 2026, bringing below normal rainfall and above normal temperatures to much of South Africa and the broader Southern African Development Community…
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2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
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Left
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Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The Cape Town Magistrate’s Court has opened an inquest into the death of Anele Tembe to determine how she died and if the death resulted from the negligence or unlawful conduct of another person. Witnesses testified on Monday regarding the moments leading up to Tembe’s fatal…
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2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
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The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has dismissed an application by former National Assembly Speaker and defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to have corruption and money laundering charges thrown out. Judge Mashudu Munzhelele ruled that the state presented enough prima facie…
3 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Real estate investment stocks and trusts experienced a decline in momentum during the summer months in both South Africa and Switzerland. In South Africa, real estate investment trusts (Reits) fell 5 percent in August. According to the SA Reit Association, this pullback was…
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2 sources across 2 countries
· South Africa · Switzerland
Who reported this
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
Neue Zuercher ZeitungSwitzerland · Centre-right · Dispersed shareholders, no controlling stake
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A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
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Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
South Africa defeated New Zealand 29-17 in the third Test match at FNB Stadium, taking a 2-1 lead in the series. Both teams scored four tries during the contest. The Springboks secured the win through a dominant scrum and strong performances from players including Siya Kolisi,…
development
3 sources across 2 countries
· United Kingdom · South Africa
Who reported this
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
The TelegraphUnited Kingdom · Centre-right · RedBird Capital Partners
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Civil rights groups and society organizations in South Africa are calling for a temporary halt to the construction of new data centers until the impact on water, land, and electricity resources is fully investigated. The South African Human Rights Commission reported receiving…
development
2 sources across 2 countries
· Brazil · South Africa
Who reported this
Agencia PublicaBrazil · Left · Non-profit, grant funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
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Centre
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A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
South Africa and New Zealand will face each other in the third test of their rugby union series on Saturday at FNB Stadium, also known as Soccer City, in Soweto. The series is currently level at 1-1. A final match is scheduled for September 12 in Baltimore, United States. South…
development
2 sources across 2 countries
· South Africa · United Kingdom
Who reported this
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
The Springboks and All Blacks will face off in a decisive third Test match this Saturday at Soccer City in Johannesburg. The series, titled Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, is currently tied at 1-1 after the first two matches. Approximately 87,500 spectators are expected to attend the…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The Springboks and All Blacks have entered a war of words regarding scrummaging tactics following a 33-26 victory for South Africa in Cape Town, which leveled the four-match series at 1-1. All Blacks coach Dave Rennie alleged that the South African pack was walking around the…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
A new report from the Competition Commission reveals that approximately 50 percent of rural and township households spend their money outside their local economies, often because local stores lack the variety, quality, or legal permits to stock essential goods. This spatial…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Three claimants have filed a lawsuit against the South African government seeking compensation for the 1960 Sharpeville massacre. The legal action follows a peaceful protest on March 21, 1960, where residents gathered outside a police station to protest pass laws. Police opened…
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2 sources across 2 countries
· Qatar · United Kingdom
· 1 of them is linked to a state
Who reported this
Al JazeeraQatar · Centre-left · State-affiliated · Qatari government funded
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Survivors and dependents of the 1960 Sharpeville massacre have initiated a legal effort to seek justice and damages from the South African government. The legal action seeks to overturn or address a 65 year old indemnity law that has prevented the perpetrators of the massacre…
single-lean coverage
2 sources across 2 countries
· United Kingdom · United States
Who reported this
BBC NewsUnited Kingdom · Centre · Public · Licence fee, royal charter
BloombergUnited States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)
What the colours mean
Left
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Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is investigating a low altitude flyover by two Airlink passenger jets over Cape Town's DHL Stadium before a rugby match between the Springboks and the All Blacks on August 29. The regulator has obtained flight data recorder…
development
4 sources across 4 countries
· France · Hong Kong · South Africa · United States
Who reported this
Le Monde AfriqueFrance · Centre-left · Fonds pour l'independance de la presse
South China Morning PostHong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
CNNUnited States · Centre-left · Warner Bros. Discovery
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has announced that more than 140,000 candidates have been nominated to contest approximately 10,500 council seats in the November local government elections. A total of 546 out of 732 registered political parties will be contesting…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has cleared South Africa's high commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, of any wrongdoing following an internal review. The investigation focused on Sooklal's presence at a religious event in Haridwar in June, where…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Shoprite has announced plans to acquire Vida e Caffè, the largest coffee chain in South Africa by standalone shop footprint. The acquisition is part of a broader strategy to diversify beyond groceries into scalable, asset light businesses. Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht stated…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
South African petrochemicals and energy giant Sasol reported a 17 percent rise in full year profit to R60.7bn for the financial year ending 30 June 2026. The company attributed the rebound in underlying profitability to operational gains at its Secunda coal to liquids complex…
development
2 sources across 2 countries
· France · South Africa
Who reported this
The Africa ReportFrance · Centre · Jeune Afrique Media Group
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
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Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga has ruled that suspended Crime Intelligence officer Major General Feroz Khan must appear before the Madlanga Commission on 28 September 2026, unless an independent medical specialist confirms he is unable to testify. The ruling follows repeated delays…
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2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
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Centre
Centre-right
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A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The South African Football Association (Safa) officially appointed Pitso Mosimane as the new head coach of Bafana Bafana on Tuesday, September 1. Mosimane replaces Hugo Broos, who recently led the team to the knockout stage of the 2026 Fifa World Cup. Safa President Danny…
development
3 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application by former presidents Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma to remove retired judge Sisi Khampepe as the head of a judicial inquiry into outstanding Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) issues. The ruling means Khampepe remains the…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Two passenger jets from the airline Airlink performed a low altitude flyover above a full stadium in Cape Town during an international rugby match between South Africa and New Zealand. According to the flight tracking website Flightradar24, one of the aircraft flew approximately…
development
2 sources
· Germany
Who reported this
Der SpiegelGermany · Centre-left · ~50% staff-owned
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
South African power utility Eskom reported a profit after tax of R30.3bn for the financial year ending 31 March 2026, more than doubling the restated R14bn reported in the previous year. The utility attributed the increase to lower diesel expenditures, Treasury relief, and a…
2 sources across 2 countries
· France · South Africa
Who reported this
The Africa ReportFrance · Centre · Jeune Afrique Media Group
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
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Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
South African airline Airlink has defended a dramatic low-altitude flyover involving two Embraer jets over Cape Town's DHL Stadium before a rugby match between South Africa and New Zealand on Saturday. Flight tracking data from Flightradar24 estimated that the lead aircraft…
development
4 sources across 3 countries
· United Kingdom · Brazil · South Africa
Who reported this
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
BBC NewsUnited Kingdom · Centre · Public · Licence fee, royal charter
G1Brazil · Centre-left · Grupo Globo (Marinho family)
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
South Africa defeated New Zealand 33-26 in the second Test match to tie the series 1-1. The Springboks relied on seven successful goal-kicking attempts from Cheslin Kolbe to secure the win, despite New Zealand scoring more tries with a 4-3 advantage. The result follows a first…
development
2 sources across 2 countries
· South Africa · Taiwan
Who reported this
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
Taipei TimesTaiwan · Centre-left · Liberty Times Group
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Two Airlink Embraer 190 passenger planes flew dangerously close to the roof of the DHL Stadium in Cape Town during a pregame flyover for a rugby match between South Africa and New Zealand. According to FlightRadar24 data, one of the aircraft was only 12 to 13 meters above the…
single-lean coverage
2 sources across 2 countries
· Hungary · Israel
Who reported this
TelexHungary · Centre · Reader-funded, staff-owned
The Times of IsraelIsrael · Centre · Seth Klarman (majority backer)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
The Springboks leveled the series against the All Blacks with a victory at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. This win follows a 33 to 16 loss in the first Test at Ellis Park. South Africa took an early lead within the first two minutes and held a 10 point advantage at halftime. Cheslin…
development
3 sources across 2 countries
· United Kingdom · South Africa
Who reported this
The GuardianUnited Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
The TelegraphUnited Kingdom · Centre-right · RedBird Capital Partners
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
The Special Tribunal has ordered Minenhle Makhanya, the architect and principal agent for the security upgrades at former president Jacob Zuma's Nkandla residence, to repay the state approximately R147.3 million. The ruling follows civil action brought by the Special…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Former Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya testified before the Madlanga Commission that he did not intentionally disrupt the arrest of Katiso Molefe on December 6, 2024. Molefe is accused of the murder of businessman…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
The New Zealand All Blacks will face the South African Springboks in the second Test of their series this Saturday at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. New Zealand enters the match following a 33 to 16 victory in the first Test. If the All Blacks win this second encounter, they will…
development
2 sources across 2 countries
· Japan · South Africa
Who reported this
The Japan TimesJapan · Centre · News2u Holdings
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Vusimuzi Matlala testified at the Madlanga Commission on Wednesday that Sergeant Fannie Nkosi acted as a middleman who collected money for suspended deputy national police chief Shadrack Sibiya. During cross examination, Matlala discussed a meeting in April 2025 with KwaZulu…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Speaker of the National Assembly Thoko Didiza survived a motion of no confidence on Wednesday, with MPs voting 282 to 101 against her removal. The motion, brought by the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) under section 52(4) of the constitution, alleged that Didiza failed to uphold…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala testified at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry regarding his relationships with high ranking police officials and allegations of criminal infiltration in law enforcement. Matlala stated that during an April 2025 meeting with KwaZulu Natal provincial…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
A parliamentary committee hearing on Tuesday revealed that former Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos earned R1.4 million per month, or R16.8 million annually, excluding benefits like accommodation and a car. The disclosure came during a tense session between the South African…
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala invoked his constitutional privilege against self incrimination on Monday to avoid answering questions about his relationship with suspended deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya during the Madlanga Commission. The proceedings focused on a…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala threatened to approach the courts to halt his testimony before the Madlanga Commission on Monday after his lead counsel, Annalise van den Heever, fell ill. Matlala stated he was not prepared to be cross examined without Van der Heever and argued that he…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Mail & GuardianSouth Africa · Centre-left · Media Development Investment Fund (non-profit)
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named his squad for the second Test against the All Blacks in Cape Town, featuring the return of flyhalf Handre Pollard to the starting lineup. The team will see Pieter Steph du Toit earn his 100th Test cap and serve as captain, while prop Ox…
development
2 sources
· South Africa
Who reported this
Daily MaverickSouth Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
Business DaySouth Africa · Centre-right · Arena Holdings (Lebashe Investment Group)
What the colours mean
Left
Centre-left
Centre
Centre-right
Right
A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.
Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.
Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.
The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.
Every source for this story reports from South Africa.
