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Laurent Gbagbo charged with crimes against humanity
The ICC has charged ex-Ivorian leader Laurent Gbagbo with four counts of crimes against humanity, adding that his opponents may be similarly charged.
‘Last-ditch’ UN climate talks kick off at COP17 in Durban
UN talks to save the Kyoto Protocol begin today in Durban, aimed at cutting emissions blamed for rising sea levels, intense storms and crop failures.
Protesters to rally worldwide against greedy rich
Protesters worldwide geared up for a cry of rage against bankers, financiers and politicians they accuse of condemning millions to poverty.
SA recognises NTC as Libya’s legitimate leaders
South Africa has joined the AU in recognising the National Transitional Council as Libya’s government, saying the NTC had addressed its main concerns.
Zuma faces another family scandal
President Jacob Zuma’s second wife Nompumelelo Ntuli has a 13-year-old son with South African actor Joe Mafela.
‘We voted ANC but it seems we are forgotten’
SA police fired rubber bullets and water cannons on Tuesday to quell protests in Orange Farm near Johannesburg in which one policeman was shot.
Subpoenas slammed after World Cup storm
E.tv has declined to reveal how it will respond to subpoenas after airing interviews with criminals planning to target the World Cup.
Sale of 2010 Cup tickets to be simplified
The 2010 Cup organising committee confirmed on Monday that moves are afoot to change the way tickets are sold in order to accommodate local fans.
Serbian team says Benoni hotel a ‘decrepit dump’
The hotel offered to the Serbian team for the Soccer World Cup is a "decrepit dump," the Belgrade daily <i>Press</i> said on Tuesday.
Selebi wins documents battle
The Johannesburg High Court has ordered the Scorpions to hand over almost all the documents Jackie Selebi wants to prepare for his trial.
Parts of Bara without water for a week
Sections of Chris Hani-Baragwanath Hospital in Johannesburg have been without water for nearly a week, media reports said on Tuesday. This has resulted in theatres being closed,…
Move to unite civil society against crime
The National Civil Safety and Security Action (Nacissa) has asked how government and the ruling party can promote a better life for all if crime is out of control. "We are not…
Mugabe’s threats ‘betray panic’
Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe is threatening the opposition with "fire and death" if it dares call street protests against his government, but analysts say the veteran…
NPA: Nothing sinister about Zuma raids
<a href="http://www.mg.co.za/specialreport.aspx?area=zuma_report"><img src="http://www.mg.co.za/ContentImages/243078/zuma.jpg" align=left border=0></a>There were no sinister…
Puppets join the battle against abuse
In a new production destined for comunnity centres, puppets reflect the real world of domestic violence. Ferial Haffajee reports.