South Africa

Pretoria - The newly constructed King Shaka International Airport in Durban came out with flying colours during a trial exercise on Thursday.

Pretoria - Pitso "Jingles" Mosimane registered his first win as Bafana's new head coach when South Africa beat the Black Stars of Ghana 1-nil in an international friendly at FNB stadium on Wednesday night.

Pretoria - The South Gauteng High Court has ruled that the spectacular stadium which hosted both the opening and final matches of the 2010 FIFA World Cup should revert to its original name - FNB Stadium, until 2014.

Cape Town - When Cynthia Lombo started as a contractor with the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Working for Water, it was a daily battle trying to get her workers to work because she had no vehicle of her own, but now four years later she is the proud owner of two bakkies and a trailer.

Johannesburg - The City of Johannesburg on Thursday unveiled details of its new billing system which authorities hope will improve the city's billing practices which have caused frustration to thousands of residents.

Pretoria - A new bicycle called "A hi fambeni" powered by hydrogen has been launched by Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor.

Bloemfontein - The Free State government has heeded the 67 minutes global call to play their role in changing the world around them in honour of Madiba.

Pretoria - The month-long football frenzy might be over, but South Africans can be assured that some of the systems that added to its success will not be lost.

Pretoria - Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister, Tina Joemat-Pettersson, has approved an additional R6 million as part of the social relief plan for commercial abalone right holders and crew

Pretoria - The South African Football Association (SAFA) is still in talks with the Bulgarian Football Association in an effort to secure an international friendly match for Bafana Bafana on May 24.

Pretoria - Packed with information, ranging from the stadiums to accommodation, locations, health facilities and Fan Fests, the 2010 FIFA Fan Guide is a one-stop information resource to ensure soccer fans' experience of the World Cup is safe, secure and unforgettable.

Cape Town - Defence Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has revealed a plan to set up a national service to provide training and instil discipline in youth

Pretoria - New vehicle sales in April has increased by 36 percent compared to the same time last year, the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) announced on Tuesday.

Pretoria - South Africans who still wish to purchase 2010 FIFA World Cup tickets will be relieved to know that a few thousand additional tickets have gone on sale today.

Pretoria - President Jacob Zuma opened the first crucial Heads of State and Government Summit of the Southern African Customs Union (Sacu) with a call for a change in the way the union operates