Pretoria - The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNAIDS have welcomed a study conducted on a vaginal gel which is said to reduce the risk of HIV infections in women if used before and after intercourse.
Tunis - Afriqiyah Airways said in a statement there were 93 passengers and 11 crew members aboard the plane, which crashed at Tripoli airport early Wednesday morning.
Pretoria - South Africans can still get their hands on Category four tickets for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in some host venues.
Pretoria - While many soccer fans have not been able to get their hands on the coveted 2010 FIFA World Cup tickets, they will still be able to experience the biggest soccer extravaganza in Africa.
Pretoria - The Dangerous Weapons Bill is an attempt to harmonise historical legislation and does not seek to prevent people from carrying items such as the pepper spray as has been erroneously reported, Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa said on Tuesday.
Pretoria - South Africa's revenue for last year was more than what was expected, said Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Pretoria - Steps will be taken against those who do not comply with tax laws, warned Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.
Durban - It seems like South Africa is making history when it comes to hosting global events with the Northern Cape scooping the right to host the World Premier professional skateboarding showcase.
Pretoria - Transnet has sought a court order against violence perpetuated by striking workers.
Pretoria - Hygiene and habitable settlements will form part of North West MEC for Human Settlements, Desbo Mohon's focus as the province embarks on a massive campaign aimed at raising awareness on sanitation.
Cape Town - Members of Parliament (MPs) will learn how to get their hips shaking to the country's soccer jive, the diski dance and learn how to blow the vuvuzela, the Speaker of Parliament Max Sisulu said to howls of laughter in the National Assembly on Tuesday.
Durban - The 2010 Tourism Indaba attendance numbers was likely to top last year's, said Chief Executive Officer of SA Tourism Thandiwe January-McLean.
Pretoria - Government is to consider the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) report on South Africa that among others highlights the country's high unemployment rate.
London - Britain on Tuesday ushered in a new political era, with new Prime Minister David Cameron leading the first ruling coalition in decades
Durban - Bafana Bafana coach, Carlos Alberto Parreira, has urged the national team to alter their mental state with just under 30 days to go before the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
