South Africa News in English

August 12, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 12th August, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Wind and dust storms affect two provinces while cold and rainy weather prevails elsewhere.

A boat carrying 95 capsizes in Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba, with at least 15 confirmed dead.

Fresh claims arise over Mchunu's handling of a confidential intelligence report amid ongoing inquiries.

South Africa's unemployment rate rises to 33.6%, marking the worst news for domestic workers in six years.

Parliament disputes Fadiel Adams' claims about faulty laptops during the Madlanga Commission hearings.

New laws impose hefty fines and long jail sentences for illegal miners in South Africa.

Tragedy strikes as two women die during a trip to buy firewood in Reiger Park.

Seventy years after the women's march, Sophia Williams-De Bruyn urges women to fight for their future.

Idac investigated police commissioner Masemola without the required complaint referral, raising concerns.

South Africa seeks R300 million reimbursement from Malawi and Nigeria for repatriation costs.

A $20 million wedding in Zimbabwe raises questions about who truly runs the country.

Jobs at Ferroglobe's eMalahleni smelter are at risk due to rising power costs.

Spur faces a R129 million setback after losing a lengthy court battle over damages.

YouTube has officially launched games in South Africa, expanding its entertainment offerings.

Danny K advocates for earlier cancer screenings in memory of his late wife, Lisa.

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

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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