Oscar Pistorius Will Be Released On Parole Next Week
The South African double-amputee sprinter nicknamed the "Blade Runner" was convicted of killing his girlfriend in their home in 2013. He will be under house arrest.
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Quiz: Are You Smarter Than A South African High School Student?
So you think you know a lot about world affairs? Like, um, what kind of animal did that American dentist shoot? See how you do on the annual Interschool quiz for South Africa's youth.
Basketball (And The NBA) Try To Find Fans In South Africa
Soccer is the national sport. But this was a big weekend for hoops in Johannesburg. Two top local teams faced off and the NBA played its first African exhibition game.
WATCH: Surfer In South Africa Narrowly Escapes Shark
During a World Surf League competition in Jeffreys Bay that was broadcast live on television, Australian surfer Mick Fanning has a heart-stopping moment.
Sudanese President Flies Home After South African Court Orders His Arrest
President Omar al-Bashir was indicted by the International Criminal Court in 2009 on charges that he committed war crimes and genocide in Darfur, where 300,000 people died.
South African Court Orders Sudan's President Detained For War Crimes
The court's decision to prevent visiting President Omar Hassan al-Bashir from leaving the country is at odds with the South African leader's promise of immunity.
He Couldn't Stop Painting Rocks — And Now He Has Inspired A Play
Tonight, a new play by Athol Fugard opens off-Broadway. It's based on the story of Nukain Mabuza, a poor farm laborer in South Africa who was obsessed with creating a garden of painted rocks.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo to South Africans: Stop Attacking Immigrants
There's been a wave of violence against immigrant workers. Now the Grammy-winning singers have joined their voices with Mali's superstar Salif Keita. The message: "United we stand."
South Africa's Xenophobic Attacks 'Vile,' Says Zulu King Accused Of Inciting Them
Recent attacks against immigrants have reportedly caused at least seven deaths in the country. Accused of incendiary remarks, Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini says his comments were taken out of context.
Violence Against Immigrants In South Africa Turns Deadly
At least five people have been killed, immigrant-owned businesses have been attacked and thousands have sought refuge at temporary shelters. The government has condemned the violence.