As South Africa readies itself to two host large sporting events in the coming months, the question remains what effect the current global economic crisis would have.

Dec 4, 2008 – Odilile Ayodele

The ANC split grows as prominent party member Mbhazima Shilowa resigns and backs the suspended Mosiuoa Lekota.

Oct 18, 2008 – Dominic Timothy Ruiters

Thabo Mbeki has stepped down as president of the Republic of South Africa. His resignation, instigated by his own party, leaves the ANC in an unstable state.

Oct 14, 2008 – Dominic Timothy Ruiters

A cartoon of ANC leader Jacob Zuma by Zapiro draws a tumultuous response in the South African media. Heated debate centered on its racy content continues unabated.

Sep 30, 2008 – Dominic Timothy Ruiters

Jacob Zuma's most recent attempt to nullify his prosecution was unsuccessful as the Constitutional Court ruled Thursday July 31 2008. Zuma will turn to the High Court.

Aug 3, 2008 – Dominic Timothy Ruiters

The ongoing spate of xenophobic incidents on foreign nationals in South Africa have created feelings of terror amongst those involved and unease amongst minority groups.

Jul 26, 2008 – Warren Potter

The phrase Madiba Magic was coined at the 1995 Rugby World Cup when then President Nelson Mandela showed up in the captain's number 6 jersey.

Oct 27, 2007 – Karen Lotter

The Smart City Conference and Exhibition in Durban, South Africa has kicked affordable broadband provision into top gear making Durban the Smartest City in Africa.

Apr 21, 2007 – Karen Lotter

The 2007 edition of this annual handbook for business has been released and shows that more black businessmen are getting richer.

Mar 11, 2007 – Karen Lotter

When South African Finance Minister, Trevor Manuel presented the 2007 Budget on 22 February to Parliament he had some surprises in store.

Feb 22, 2007 – Karen Lotter