South Africa News in English

Good morning! It’s 17th October, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Cyril Ramaphosa suspends inspector-general of intelligence amid claims of failures and corruption.

Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu to face Parliament over allegations of political interference.

Western Cape allocates funds to boost police resources for the holiday season amid rising crime.

Students arrested as protests over registration at the University of Free State disrupt classes.

Police raid Brown Mogotsi's business in Mahikeng during a crackdown on corruption.

KZN SASSA launches biometric registration for social grants, urging compliance to avoid penalties.

DA charges former Tembisa Hospital CFO in a R2 billion corruption scandal following whistleblower's death.

New private Afrikaans university officially opens in South Africa amid ongoing student unrest.

Dismay over decision to renew 25-year leases for oil majors in Durban amid environmental concerns.

Raila Odinga mourned as police clash with thousands at his funeral, resulting in fatalities.

Wealthy foreigners flock to South Africa, boosting tourism as it becomes a top luxury destination.

Gambling revenue hits R75 billion as online betting surges amid rising poverty levels.

Game-changing HIV-prevention jab set to arrive in South Africa, promising new hope in the fight against HIV.

Astronomers close in on ancient signals from unexplored periods in our universe, revealing cosmic mysteries.

27.6% drop in Western Cape infant immunisations raises alarms about potential outbreaks.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!