South Africa News in English

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

DJ Warras tragically shot dead in Johannesburg CBD.

Ramaphosa addresses misinformation on farm murders in Reconciliation Day speech.

Water restrictions now in effect across the Western Cape ahead of summer.

DA defends KZN coalition amid accusations of intimidation after failed no-confidence motion.

Rescue worker discovers his father among five victims of Redcliffe temple collapse.

M23 rebels announce withdrawal from Congolese town at request of the U.S.

Namibians flock to Angola for Christmas shopping, citing lower prices.

Bafana beats Ghana in AFCON warm-up match, boosting morale ahead of the tournament.

Former Bok women star Lusanda Dumke passes away at just 29 years old.

Severe thunderstorms expected across seven provinces this Wednesday, with possible flooding.

PowerBall player from Roodepoort wins a massive R19 million jackpot.

Measles cases rise in Western Cape, prompting urgent vaccination calls.

New analysis shows vaccines significantly reduce hospitalizations for flu and COVID-19.

Smithsonian acquires remarkably complete skull of the iconic Pachycephalosaurus dinosaur.

Five startups named winners of the second NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator program.

What can babies teach us about brain development?

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