South Africa in the news:
- Footballer dies two months after being struck by lightning during a match in South Africa: Footballer Luyande Ntshangase has died in hospital after being struck by lightning during a friendly match in South Africa, his club have announced. The Maritzburg United striker, 21, was put into an induced coma after being one of three players to be hit …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Chiefs’ season at a crossroads: The Chiefs’ Super Rugby season now looks to be at a crossroads, as some battered bodies and souls climb aboard for the long haul to South Africa. In the wake of their 23-19 slump to the Jaguares in Rotorua on Friday night, the Chiefs’ hopes of being a …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Earthquake in South Africa mine leaves 7 dead: An earthquake that hit a South African gold mine claimed a total of seven lives, its owner said Saturday, after rescue operations were completed at the site outside Johannesburg. The epicenter of the 2.2-magnitude quake was close to where the miners were …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Semenya wins first race since new rules announced: They are due to come into force on 1 November. The IAAF has faced increasing criticism over the rules. South Africa’s ruling ANC even described the measures as “racist”. But supporters say women like Semenya have testosterone levels similar to men …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Seven South Africa gold miners die after earthquake strikes: The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) said it was “angry and concerned at the rate at which mining incidents are happening at Sibanye-Stillwater.” Mine accidents are common in South Africa. In 2016, 73 people died in mines around the country, according …: “South Africa” – BingNews