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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA), is the southernmost country in Africa. With over 59 million people, it is the world's 24th-most populous nation and covers an area of 1,221,037 square kilometres (471,445 sq mi). South Africa has three capital cities: executive Pretoria, judicial Bloemfontein and legislative Cape Town. The largest city is Johannesburg. About 80% of South Africans are of Black African ancestry, divided among a variety of ethnic groups speaking different African languages. The remaining population consists of Africa's largest communities of European, Asian, and multiracial ancestry.

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Covid-19 Vaccine Trials To Begin In South Africa A critical Covid-19 vaccine trial is underway in South Africa. The initial results for the Oxford developed vaccine have been promising. Researchers however say that the real test for the experimental.. Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:31Published 2 weeks ago

Coronavirus in numbers: Worldwide death toll passes 600,000 Countries including the US, South Africa and India are struggling to hold down rising rates of coronavirus as global deaths from Covid-19 surged past 600,000.Concerns are rising that the pandemic has.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:34Published 2 weeks ago

Worldwide death toll from coronavirus passes 600,000 Countries including the US, South Africa and India are struggling to hold down rising rates of coronavirus as global deaths from Covid-19 surged past 600,000.Concerns are rising that the pandemic has.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:42Published 2 weeks ago

Nelson Mandela day: Interview with UN secretary-general Guterres delivered the 18th annual lecture marking the birthday of former South African President Nelson Mandela. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 06:54Published 2 weeks ago

S.Africa e-commerce booms in lockdown South African retailers and delivery start-ups have been doing a roaring trade online as consumers shy away from shops during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the many experiencing an explosion in demand... Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 02:28Published 3 weeks ago

South Africa reimposes lockdown amid soaring COVID-19 cases The government insists it is trying to revive the economy - while at the same time protecting lives. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:42Published 3 weeks ago

Dramatic footage shows Cape Town lashed by gale-force winds Gale force winds and severe weather conditions battered Cape Town on Monday as the South African city was hit by stormy weather. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:43Published 3 weeks ago

Zindzi Mandela, Daughter Of Nelson And Winnie Mandela Dies At 59 Zindzi Mandela, daughter of anti-apartheid icons Nelson and Winnie Mandela, has died at the age of 59. Zindzi, who was Nelson and Winnie Mandela's youngest daughter, died early Monday morning. She was.. Credit: Wochit News Duration: 00:32Published 3 weeks ago

South Africa eases COVID-19 restrictions Move comes two months after it started one of the strictest lockdowns on the continent. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:41Published 3 weeks ago

Botswana gets first test results on elephant deaths Botswana said on Friday it had received test results from samples sent to Zimbabwe to determine the cause of death of hundreds of elephants but is waiting for more results from South Africa next week.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:52Published 3 weeks ago

South Africa: Many in Johannesburg are going hungry The mayor of South Africa’s biggest city says nearly one million households do not have enough to eat. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:34Published on July 3, 2020

South Africa eases lockdown to revive the economy While the tourist season begins in September, few travellers are expected as the country grapples with the highest number of coronavirus cases in Africa. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:40Published on June 28, 2020

South Africa to start continent's first coronavirus vaccine pilot African country with highest number of confirmed COVID-19 infections to begin trial of vaccine involving 2,000 people. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:49Published on June 24, 2020

South Africa: Security forces accused of fatal lockdown crackdown Security forces allegedly killed at least six people and are being accused of using excessive force while implementing coronavirus lockdown measures. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:50Published on June 23, 2020

South African schools reopen as COVID-19 lockdown is eased Most schools in South Africa have reopened and those in their final years of primary and secondary school are allowed to return. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:40Published on June 23, 2020

Hospital train reaches South Africa's more remote COVID-19 patients The country accounts for around a quarter of all Africa's COVID-19 cases.View on euronews Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:24Published on June 13, 2020

Sweden says 34 year mystery of Palme assassination is solved A Swedish prosecutor closed the case of the 1986 assassination of Prime Minister Olof Palme on Wednesday, accusing an insurance company graphic designer who died 20 years ago of the country's most.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:48Published on June 10, 2020

Federer out for rest of 2020 season after second knee surgery Federer announces that he is out for the rest of the 2020 season Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:34Published on June 10, 2020

Ed Sheeran teamed up with Jeremy Loops before music break South African singer Jeremy Loops has revealed he teamed up with Ed Sheeran for a secret studio session, and admitted there was "something beautiful" about the idea that the superstar wanted to work.. Credit: Bang Media World Duration: 00:57Published on June 5, 2020

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South Africa jailbreak: Malmesbury prison inmates rearrested Dozens of inmates fled after a group at Malmesbury Prison overpowered staff during exercise on Friday. BBC News - Published 1 week ago
South Africa escape: Manhunt launched for inmates on the run The inmates absconded while being transferred to court in Malmesbury, in an escape caught on camera. BBC News - Published 1 week ago
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Coronavirus: South Africa death toll could be 'far higher' Researchers point to a "huge discrepancy" between reported deaths and excess natural deaths. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago

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Andrew Mlangeni: Last Mandela co-accused dies aged 95 The South African president says Mr Mlangeni's death signifies the end of a generational history. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
England women to be based in Derby for international summer England women will be based in Derby for their proposed international summer series against South Africa. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago	Coronavirus in South Africa: A day in the life of a contact tracer The BBC gained exclusive access to follow a small team of contact tracers in the city of Bloemfontein, South Africa. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
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Five killed and 40 arrested in hostage situation in South Africa Police in South Africa said five people were killed and more than 40 arrested after an early-morning shooting involving hostages at a church near Johannesburg. A statement said police and military.. WorldNews - Published 3 weeks ago	South African church attack: Five dead after 'hostage situation' The church, on the outskirts of Johannesburg, was attacked amid reports of fighting over leadership. BBC News - Published 3 weeks ago
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