Africa
img

Suryakumar to lead T20I side, KL Rahul to captain in ODIs in South Africa

The BCCI selection committee, which met here on Thursday, also decided to make pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah as Rohit Sharma's deputy in the two-Test series beginning on December 26 in Centurion.

published on : 30th November 2023
img

Uganda cricket on the cusp of making history

They posted 162/5 in 20 overs, with opener Simon Ssesazi scoring 60 runs from 50 balls to keep the innings steady.

published on : 30th November 2023
img

Elevator drop at platinum mine in South Africa kills 11 workers, injures 75

The country had 49 fatalities from all mining accidents in 2022, a decrease from 74 the year before.

published on : 28th November 2023
img

South Africa withdraw bid to host 2027 Women's World Cup

"We felt it was better to present a well-prepared bid for 2031... rather than producing a rushed presentation," said South African Football Association chief executive Lydia Monyepao.

published on : 26th November 2023
img

South Africa, Colombia and others are fighting drugmakers over access to TB and HIV drugs

In the COVID-19 pandemic, rich countries bought most of the world’s vaccines early, leaving few shots for poor countries and creating a disparity the WHO called “a catastrophic moral failure.”  

published on : 24th November 2023
img

South African lawmakers vote in favor of closing Israel’s embassy and cutting diplomatic ties

The motion tabled by the opposition party Economic Freedom Fighters received the support of 248 parliament members while 91 lawmakers opposed it.

published on : 22nd November 2023
img

Under-19 Cricket World Cup moved from Sri Lanka to South Africa

The ICC suspended Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) earlier this month, saying it had failed to ensure there was no government interference in its affairs.

published on : 21st November 2023
img

Israel recalls ambassador ahead of South African parliamentary vote to shut down Israeli embassy

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa previously said his country believes Israel is committing war crimes and genocide in Gaza, where thousands of Palestinians have been killed.

published on : 21st November 2023
img

Nandankanan to get white lion, other exotic species from Dubai

The zoo is planning to bring four African leucistic lions, one male and three female, possibly by March next year.

published on : 20th November 2023
img

Assam zoo gets its first giraffe calf, citizens rush to name new inmate

The announcement was made on Sunday morningas the Assam State Zoo-cum-Botanical Garden, widely known as Guwahati Zoo, welcomed the female giraffe calf.

published on : 20th November 2023
img

World Cup: Australia deny spirited South Africa with nervy win, set up final showdown against India

Living with the chokers' tag for decades, South Africa came up short in another ICC knockout game but were able to take the game right down to the wire.

published on : 16th November 2023
img

World Cup: Australia chasing 213 for victory after Miller rescues South Africa with fighting ton

Miller hit eight fours and five sixes during his rescue act, and brought up his century with a maximum over deep midwicket off Australian captain Pat Cummins.

published on : 16th November 2023
img

History beckons Proteas even as Aussies take solace in past semi final duels

Australia have been the most successful side in the tournament winning five titles while the latter have been a perennial underachiever as far as this event is concerned.

published on : 15th November 2023
img

World Cup: Fascinating contest on the cards between equals

Australia and South Africa, two teams familiar to each other at the World Cup stage, meet in second semifinal at Eden Gardens in Kolkata

published on : 15th November 2023
img

World Cup: Van der Dussen guides South Africa to five-wicket win over Afghanistan

Chasing 245 for victory, the Proteas, who had already qualified for the semifinals, completed the task in 47.3 overs.

published on : 10th November 2023
img

South Africa recalls ambassador and diplomatic mission to Israel; accuses it of genocide

The government also threatened action against the Israeli ambassador to South Africa over his recent remarks on the African country's stance on the Israel-Hamas war.

published on : 6th November 2023
img

Reporter's diary: Springboks, and the story of a cap at the cricket World Cup

How a rugby team's cap helped break the ice, making this reporter feel like part of a bigger family

published on : 6th November 2023
img

Kohli equals Tendulkar with 49th ODI hundred

The noise in the stadium was deafening when he equalled his idol Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 hundreds in his inimitable style against South Africa on Sunday.

published on : 6th November 2023
img

World Cup 2023: Ton of happiness for Virat and India at Eden Gardens

Kohli smashes 49th ODI century, equals Tendulkar's record on his birthday as India beat Proteas by 243 runs

published on : 5th November 2023
img

Kohli slams 49th ODI century as India score 326 for 5 against South Africa in World Cup 

Kohli, who turned 35 on Sunday, gave himself a timely gift with an unbeaten knock of 101 off 121 deliveries, which put him at par with the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, who too has 49 ODI tons.

published on : 5th November 2023
1 2 3 4 5 6 > 
Isreal Conflict