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Couple attacked in South African crime hotspot sue Google
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Oscar Pistorius too 'toxic' to find work after prison release
Former Paralympic champion and convicted killer Pistorius has struggled to find work.
Mistake leaves cruise passengers stranded in West Africa without belongings
A pregnant woman and a paraplegic were among the passengers left high and dry.
Horror bus crash in South Africa claims 45 lives
Bus believed to have been carrying group heading to a church for Easter.
UN orders Israel to open more land crossings for aid into Gaza
South Africa sought more provisional measures, Israel urged court not to issue new orders.
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Israel urges UN court to reject South Africa’s requests in genocide case
South Africa has accused Israel of breaching the Genocide Convention with its attacks.
South Africa foreign minister says citizens fighting with Israeli forces will be arrested
Citizens who fight in the Israeli armed forces in Gaza will be arrested when they return.
A girl, 6, went missing in South Africa. Now her mother is charged with selling her
Shocking twist in a case that has seized the country’s attention.
What happened to MH370? Disturbing theories, twists, latest search 10 years on
Flight MH370 disappeared a decade ago. Many are still searching for answers.
Google mishaps: Shot tourist sues tech giant after satnav suggested visit to 'murder capital’
Shot in the face and robbed after satnav suggested a shortcut.
'My mum just has this beautiful approach to life' Family ask for support after mum injured in crash
'It was a scary and traumatic experience for all of us,' Molloy family say.
South Africa sets 'pivotal' May 29 elections
The African National Congress is expected to face a stern test to retain its majority.
What a stink! Foul stench settles over Cape Town port
A ship transporting 19,000 live cattle found to be the cause.
'I can get through this': Injured Black Cap confident of return
Kyle Jamieson suffered another cruel injury blow, ruled out until at least next summer.
'Best player in the world': Watching Williamson in his happy place
Tim Southee feels fortunate to share a dressing room with Kane Williamson.
Andrew Alderson: Pioneering Black Caps finally cross the frontier
After 17 attempts across almost 92 years, this New Zealand side have made history.
Masterful Williamson leads Black Caps to history
Kane Williamson hit test ton No32 to lead his side to a first series win over the Proteas.
Black Caps claim historic series win
The Black Caps have beaten South Africa in a test series for the first time.
'A special moment': Young gun fires for Black Caps
New Zealand appear to have unearthed a long-term weapon in 22-year-old Will O’Rourke.
Young pair haul Black Caps back into contention
Will O’Rourke snared a record return on debut while Glenn Phillips added a vital spark.
Andrew Alderson: The brave batter who put Proteas on top
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O'Rourke five-for leads Black Caps fight back, chase now on for history
The Black Caps have been set a chase in Hamlton.
'They showed how to bowl': Black Caps must match Proteas' approach
South Africa taught New Zealand a painful lesson of how to play in their home conditions.
Andrew Alderson: Conway painting a troubled picture
The Black Caps are faced with the delicate task of nursing Devon Conway back to form.
Black Caps crumble with history in sight
New Zealand collapsed on the second afternoon of the second test against South Africa.
Dire Black Caps dismissed before stumps
The Black Caps finished off the South African innings before being bundled out.
Black Caps v South Africa: Kiwi debutant on a freak hat-trick
Young gun has chance to enter history books.
'Last refuge of Gaza': South Africa appeals to UN court to stop invasion of Rafah
South Africa wants court to decide if Israel's invasion of Rafah breaches human rights.