SOUTH AFRICA - A lawyer representing one of the men accused of killing South African footballer Senzo Meyiwa has claimed he was killed by a shot fired by Longwe Twala, the son of legendary music producer Chicco Twala.
South Africa's governing African National Congress has taken back control of the main city, Johannesburg, after its candidate was elected mayor by a comfortable margin.
New School rapper, Tshego is dragging Cassper Nyovest to court after accusing him of not paying royalties from the music he made whilst under his record label.
Duduzane Zuma has finally met Big Zulu, the male artiste of the moment in South Africa. After hyping his "Imali Eningi" Big Zulu could not hold back the joy but publicly thanked Zuma.
Bishop Daniel Obinim has urged his estranged wife, Florence Obinim, to stop discussing their marriage in interviews as their highly publicised relationship dispute continues.
Nancy Isime's comments about keeping her income private have reignited debate over financial transparency, trust and healthy boundaries in relationships.
Former Nollywood actor Joseph Momodu has completed US Army Basic Combat Training, becoming the latest Nigerian entertainer to begin a military career in America.
MTN Group chairman Mcebisi Jonas has urged South Africans to reject xenophobia, arguing that poor governance—not migrants—is driving the country's economic and social challenges.
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has warned organisers of June 30 anti-immigration protests that they could face criminal charges and financial liability if demonstrations turn violent.
Netflix's The Polygamist has become a global streaming sensation, attracting millions of viewers and igniting conversations about polygamy, family and betrayal.
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has urged South Africans to reject violence and vigilantism ahead of planned anti-migrant protests, calling for immigration laws to be enforced by the state.
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has travelled to neighbouring Uganda to take part in the birthday celebrations of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni's son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba. This trip to Uganda, Mr Kagame's first in four years, is being seen as a sign of a cooling of tensions between the two countries.
South Africa's internationally renowned actress Pearl Thusi has vowed to disrupt apartheid's President FW de Klerk's funeral if he gets a state funeral.
South African TV personality and Idols SA judge Somizi has crushed reports circulating on social media that he and his husband Mohale are going through a divorce.
South African TV personality and Idols SA judge Somizi has crushed reports circulating on social media that he and his husband Mohale are going through a divorce.
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has travelled to neighbouring Uganda to take part in the birthday celebrations of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni's son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba. This trip to Uganda, Mr Kagame's first in four years, is being seen as a sign of a cooling of tensions between the two countries.
South Africa's internationally renowned actress Pearl Thusi has vowed to disrupt apartheid's President FW de Klerk's funeral if he gets a state funeral.
The United States has sanctioned Rwanda's Gasabo Gold Refinery and its executives over allegations they helped traffic conflict minerals from eastern DR Congo.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae has criticised Bastian Schweinsteiger's comments about African football, saying they reinforced racist stereotypes despite the team's historic World Cup success.
Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala has pleaded guilty to corruption, fraud and money laundering as part of a plea deal that could expose senior South African police officials.
Tanzania has suspended political rallies nationwide, prompting fierce opposition criticism and a planned court challenge as political tensions continue to rise.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed a new case against Rwanda at the International Court of Justice, accusing Kigali of violating international law during the long-running conflict in eastern Congo.
Uganda's High Court has directed security agencies to produce Education Ministry adviser Duncan Keith Ayebare, who has been missing since February, following allegations of unlawful detention.