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A small-town New Zealand pipe band swept the drumming competition at the national championships, with their youth-driven squad beating out even higher-grade competitors. Their secret? A year of tireless practice and a community spirit that turns competitors into friends.
Thapelo Maseko's 63rd-minute goal gave South Africa a crucial 1-0 victory over South Korea in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group A match. The win moves Bafana Bafana into second place and keeps their knockout-stage dreams alive.
South Korea successfully launched its next-generation Earth observation satellite aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, advancing the nation's ability to manage disasters and protect its citizens. The achievement marks a major step forward in South Korea's growing space technology sector.
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South African Airways just became Africa's first major airline to let passengers pay for flights with Bitcoin, completing transactions in seconds. The move puts South Africa at the forefront of real-world cryptocurrency adoption.
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South Africa is meeting its promise to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and a new €200-million loan from Germany will help the country speed up its shift from coal to solar and wind power. This funding is part of a global partnership helping South Africa prove that climate progress is possible.
South Africa is partnering with global health organizations to manufacture a revolutionary twice-yearly HIV injection that could help end the pandemic. The move could bring lifesaving medication to 8 million South Africans living with HIV and millions more across the continent.
Bafana Bafana stunned South Korea to advance to the FIFA World Cup's Round of 32, giving millions of South Africans a reason to celebrate together. Sports historians say the achievement offers the nation a much-needed moment of unity and pride.
South Korea is transferring its advanced KF-21 fighter jet prototype to Indonesia, turning a decade-long partnership dispute into a $1.5 billion breakthrough. This marks South Korea's first major combat aircraft export and reshapes defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
Bafana Bafana made history with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, securing South Africa's first-ever spot in the FIFA World Cup knockout rounds. The entire nation is celebrating this groundbreaking achievement on football's biggest stage.
A powerful South African telescope is revealing a hidden universe between galaxies, discovering 60 cosmic structures never seen before. The breakthrough puts South Africa at the forefront of mapping how the universe actually works.
South Africa is strengthening its global reputation through an ambitious 10-year science and innovation strategy focused on international partnerships and solving real-world problems. From vaccine manufacturing to climate research, the nation is positioning itself as a reliable partner bridging the Global North and South.
The South African National Defence Force is saving lives across two countries after devastating floods hit southern Africa. Their rescue helicopters are pulling stranded families to safety in both South Africa and Mozambique.
Bafana Bafana made history by advancing to the World Cup's round of 32 for the first time ever, defeating South Korea 1-0 in a thrilling match in Monterrey, Mexico. The victory marks a proud moment for South African soccer and shows how persistence pays off on the world's biggest stage.
South Africa's national football team made history by advancing to the World Cup Round of 32 for the first time ever, defeating South Korea 1-0. After five years of steady development under coach Hugo Broos, the team's breakthrough moment represents a monumental achievement for the nation.
Despite years of political tension, hundreds of South Koreans cheered through pouring rain as a North Korean women's football team defeated a local squad 2-1 on Wednesday. The match marks the first time North Korean athletes have competed in South Korea since 2018.
Two Mexican journalists held in South Africa for nearly three months are finally coming home after a judge dismissed all charges against them. Meanwhile, South Africa's national soccer team overcame visa delays to arrive in Mexico for World Cup preparation.
A new partnership is making it easier and faster for small businesses, fintechs, and retailers across South Africa to offer their customers modern banking services. Paymentology and Bank Zero are combining global payment technology with local expertise to help more South Africans access financial tools built for the digital age.
High school senior Liz Boschee launched a javelin 147 feet to break South Dakota's all-time record and win her championship by 18 feet. Her historic throw capped a remarkable day that saw 13 state records fall at the South Dakota Track and Field Championships.
For the first time ever, South Africa's national soccer team has broken through to the World Cup knockout rounds after defeating South Korea 1-0 in Mexico. The historic victory ends 28 years of group stage exits and ignites hope across the nation.
South Africa just secured €300 million from France to help its massive freight network go green, the latest in a wave of European climate support. After the US pulled back its funding, European nations are stepping up to help South Africa meet its climate goals while growing its economy. #
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