South Africa

Solitary Humpback Whales Now Travel In Groups; Scientists Consider This As Strange Behavior

By Carrie Winters - Mar 21, 2017 05:30 AM EDT

Scientists recently noticed that humpback whales come in super groups as spotted on the coast of South Africa. The recent behavior of these whales is said to be strange.

HIV Vaccine Trials to Be Conducted In South Africa

By Jenn Loro - May 28, 2016 09:34 AM EDT

Following promising results in earlier trials in Thailand in 2009, the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently announced a large-scale trial to take place in South Africa in November this year. An ongoing preliminary safety trial in South Africa also yielded positive results giving scientists hope that the November trial will produce an HIV-AIDS vaccine once and for all.

Australian Squad for triangular series announced: Starc finds place.

By Ajay Kadkol - Mar 31, 2016 02:19 PM EDT

After exiting the World T20 tournament Australia has started focusing on its next tours. Mitchell Starc’s unavailability in the tournament was felt by the Aussie bowling side.

South African President Jacob Zuma Agreed To Repay $24M Of Public Money

By Jenn Loro - Feb 11, 2016 09:22 AM EST

South African President Jacob Zuma agreed to settle $24 million after an anti-corruption watchdog report linked him to alleged misuse of state funds for excessive “security” upgrades for his private rural estate.

Olympian Oscar Pistorius found Guilty of Murder

By Cheri Cheng - Dec 03, 2015 12:59 PM EST

Oscar Pistorius has been found guilty of murder on Thursday.

Prince Harry Joins Battle Against Poachers In South Africa

By R. Siva Kumar - Aug 10, 2015 06:55 PM EDT

Cecil has made Prince Harry aware of his responsibilities towards animal rights.

Transplant Penis Helps 21-Year Old South African Become Dad

By Peter R - Jun 13, 2015 02:57 PM EDT

The man was left with just 1 cm of his organ following a botched circumcision procedure.

Lion Kills American Tourist on Safari in South Africa

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 01, 2015 06:12 PM EDT

An American tourist on vacation in South Africa is dead after being mauled by a lion while on a safari.

Seals Off South African Coast Feast on Shark Innards

By Peter R - Mar 28, 2015 10:44 PM EDT

Scientists are baffled by behavior of cape fur seals which are attacking and killing blue sharks.

Rand Paul Calls For Boycott Of Saudi And Slams Clinton For Accepting Their Donations

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 23, 2015 09:04 AM EDT

In his usual Clinton-bashing style, Senator Rand Paul accused her of "duplicity" for accepting Saudi donations.

The World Is Losing A 'Wildlife War' In Africa

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 22, 2015 09:22 AM EDT

Though it is a year since 46 countries signed up to eliminate trade in horn and ivory, rhinos and elephants are heading towards extinction.

Mercenaries Lead the Fight Against Boko Haram

By Dustin M Braden - Mar 13, 2015 06:40 PM EDT

Mercenaries are leading the fight against Boko Haram, the Nigerian terrorist group that recently pledged allegiance to the Islamic State.

South Africa's Rolene Strauss Wins Miss World 2014 Crown

By Casey Morada - Dec 15, 2014 09:31 AM EST

Miss South Africa, Rolene Strauss, won the Miss World 2014 title at the contest's extravagant finale in London on Sunday.

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