Nice to have a taste: Springboks take loss in stride The world No.1 Springboks are treating Sunday's thrilling loss to the Wallabies as a valuable experience ahead of a potential re-match in next year's World Cup. AAP · Sep 28
Bizarre audition: Williams thrives as Wallabies skipper The cool and calm leadership of Jeremy Williams has played a key role in the 11-man Wallabies holding on for a famous win over South Africa in Perth. AAP · Sep 28
Manhunt After South Africa Shootings: Mass attacks kill 30+ at taverns; experts warn of rising violent crime South Africa police have launched a manhunt after three separate shootings across the country left more than 30 people dead and several others injured overnight, as authorities grapple with persistent violent crime. The Times of India · Sep 28
‘We are being scapegoated’: Why refugees fear renewed anti-migrant violence in South Africa A September 30 deadline declared by South Africa's March and March, an anti-immigration movement that has led anti-migrant protests across the country this year, has renewed fears of violence among migrant communities. The Times of India · Sep 28
South African gold giant set to pursue Australian rival Johannesburg-based Gold Fields isn't giving up on acquiring Northern Star Resources despite the Australian goldminer rejecting its $39 billion takeover offer. AAP · Sep 28
What's behind South Africa's mass shootings and how they're often different to lone gunman attacks A total of at least 38 people were killed and nearly 30 were wounded in three separate mass shootings in South Africa this week The Independent UK · Sep 27
The four minutes that lasted a lifetime as Wallabies won all-time chaos classic One year out from a home World Cup, in circumstances comically heroic, this was the match Australian rugby needed The Guardian - AU · Sep 27
Police hunt gunmen after 2 mass shootings in South Africa leave at least 27 dead Two mass shootings hours apart near South Africa’s two largest cities killed at least 27 people, police said The Independent UK · Sep 27
Rassie Erasmus admits Springboks gamble after Australia defeat in Perth thriller The South Africa head coach was gracious in defeat to the Wallabies, who survived a late onslaught from the world champions after going down to 11 men The Independent UK · Sep 27
At least 27 dead after two mass shootings in South Africa, police say Seventeen people killed near Johannesburg in suspected ‘illegal goldmining turf war’, as 10 killed in separate incident at barbecue venue near Cape Town The Guardian - UK · Sep 27
Australia stun South Africa to secure dramatic win with just 11 players IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 27
Gunmen kill at least 27 people in separate mass shootings in South Africa At least 27 people were killed in separate mass shootings in Cape Town and Johannesburg, police said Sunday. No suspects have been arrested in either shooting, and the motives for the attacks remain unknown. France 24 · Sep 27
'Bursts' of Direct Radio Signal Detected From Beyond Our Solar System for the First Time in History Astronomers using South Africa's MeerKAT array report radio bursts from Beta Pictoris b, potentially revealing its magnetic field, although the preprint has not yet undergone peer review. International Business Times UK · Sep 27
Wallabies hold off world champion Springboks in chaotic Test for the ages Australia beat South Africa 42-38 in Perth to send World Cup warning after surviving the final 15 minutes with 11 men The Guardian - AU · Sep 27
AAP · Sep 27 Eleven-man Wallabies hang on against South Africa The Wallabies had four players sent off in seven minutes but were still able to cling on for a nerve-shredding Test win over world champions South Africa.
The Economic Times · Sep 27 27 dead within hours in South Africa: What do police know about the two mass shootings, and are the suspects still at large? Police said the attackers were armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols. During the shooting, some people at the venue were reportedly searched and had their mobile phones taken.
The National (Scotland) · Sep 27 Rangers' Makhanya lauded for South Africa display as he 'handles' Dortmund star Rangers' Makhanya lauded for South Africa display as he 'handles' Dortmund star
The Guardian - AU · Sep 27 Australia 42-38 South Africa: international men’s rugby union Test – as it happened The Wallabies hold on to beat Springboks after four yellow cards in final 15 minutes in Perth as Les Kiss extends unbeaten streak
AAP · Sep 27 Australia limp to ODI series loss as Protea bats bloom Despite more big hitting from captain Mitch Marsh and Travis Head, Australia have again crumbled to lose their second ODI and the series against South Africa.
The Economic Times · Sep 27 At least 27 people dead in separate mass shootings in South Africa townships Eight gunmen opened fire in two mass shootings in South Africa, leading to at least 27 fatalities. The first incident occurred on Saturday night in Wedela township near Johannesburg. The second shooting took place on Sunday morning in Lwandle township near Cape Town. No arrests have been made in connection…
The Independent UK · Sep 27 Australia v South Africa LIVE: Rassie Erasmus makes Springboks admission after 11-man Wallabies win gripping Perth test The Wallabies, reduced to 11 men late on, held off a storming Springboks comeback to gather momentum just 12 months before Australia play hosts at the Rugby World Cup 2027
The Independent UK · Sep 27 South Africa rocked by two separate mass shootings with at least 27 people dead IN FULL
Euronews · Sep 27 Two mass shootings in South Africa leave at least 27 dead Seventeen people were killed in a shooting at a bar to the west of Johannesburg, while 10 people were fatally shot in an attack outside of Cape Town, police said.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 27 South Africa beat Australia by 32 runs in second men’s ODI to win series – as it happened Temba Bavuma and David Miller both struck centuries as South Africa defeated Australia by 32 runs to claim the three-match series with a game to spare
The Independent UK · Sep 27 At least 17 dead in mass shooting at bar in South Africa, police say Police said eight men armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols entered the bar and began shooting at the patrons