South Africa in the news:
- Test for ruling party as South Africa votes in local elections: JOHANNESBURG: South Africans voted on Wednesday in closely-contested municipal elections that could deal a heavy blow to the African National Congress (ANC) that has ruled since leading the struggle against apartheid. Nelson Mandela’s former party risks …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Brazil bets on talented trio to try to win first soccer gold: Star striker Neymar and promising youngsters Gabriel Jesus and Gabigol will lead Brazil’s attack when the hosts debut at the Rio Games against South Africa on Thursday in Brasilia. There are high expectations about the front three, touted by most …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Van Zyl on a high, Maxwell continues to struggle: Australia A and South Africa A faced off at Alan Border Field in Brisbane from July 30 to August 2 in the first of two four-day matches, and the hosts won the encounter by 197 runs. A number of prominent players are a part of this series, which also serves …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Brazil v South Africa Olympic preview: Brazil kickoff their Olympic campaign in Brasília on Thursday evening, when they take on South Africa. Brazil have opted to take the competition very seriously, having never before landed an Olympic gold medal for football. That, along with the fact that …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Sweden holds off South Africa in women’s soccer opener: NBCSN Women’s Soccer: Canada vs. Australia Olympic Sports 2pm ET USA Women’s Soccer: Brazil vs. China Olympic Sports 3pm ET NBCSN Women’s Soccer: United States vs. New Zealand Olympic Sports 6pm ET USA Women’s Soccer: France vs. Colombia Olympic Sports 9pm …: “South Africa” – BingNews