GlobalPost — South Africa

Swaziland's wildlife makes spectacular comeback

Nicolas Brulliard — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:27:21 +0000

Animal populations thrive thanks to tough anti-poaching legislation.

Outraged Ireland demands a replay

Conor O'Clery — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:53:40 +0000

A French hand ball puts Ireland out of the World Cup.

South Africa builds fitting memorial to Samora Machel

Nicolas Brulliard — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:31:40 +0000

Harrowing homage paid to Mozambique's first president who was killed in mysterious crash.

Full Frame: Freedom fighters, 30 years later

David Rochkind — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:31:47 +0000

A photographer tracks down anti-apartheid fighters who have since struggled to find productive places in society.

South Africa debates same-sex marriage

Nicolas Brulliard — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:39:58 +0000

Gay marriage has been legal for three years, but some groups want to overturn ruling.

A World of Trouble: Is the nightmare over?

Thomas Mucha — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:35:50 +0000

With signs of economic recovery finally emerging, here's where things stand in 20 countries around the world.

Child mortality rises in South Africa

Nicolas Brulliard — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 13:20:43 +0000

New health minister launches programs to prevent more deaths.

"District 9" puts spotlight on South Africa's housing crisis

Erin Conway-Smith — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:01:00 +0000

Movie shows shacks for aliens, where many blacks still live 15 years after apartheid.

Canadian decision riles South Africans

Erin Conway-Smith — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:35:17 +0000

Black and white South Africans outraged at Canadian decision to grant man refugee status because he is white.

Is this runner male or female? The question sparks outrage in South Africa.

Nicolas Brulliard — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:10:23 +0000

Caster Semenya has won a World Championship, but now many ask if she is really a woman.

These legs are made for running

Mercedes Sayagues — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:30:39 +0000

New technology gives hope to Africa's amputees, many victims of landmines and crocodiles.

Florence? Siena? No, Pretoria.

Nicolas Brulliard — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 17:02:32 +0000

Tuscan villas the rage in South Africa, but many architects are appalled.

Florence? Siena? No, Pretoria.

Nicolas Brulliard — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 17:02:32 +0000

Tuscan villas the rage in South Africa, but many architects are appalled.

South Africa's water conundrum

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:19:27 +0000

Climate change and economic growth drain South Africa's low water supplies.

South Africa's water conundrum

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:19:27 +0000

Climate change and economic growth drain South Africa's low water supplies.

Workers take to the streets in South Africa

Nicolas Brulliard — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:00:38 +0000

The economic downturn, along with unmet expectations, fuels strike season.

Workers take to the streets in South Africa

Nicolas Brulliard — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 17:00:38 +0000

The economic downturn, along with unmet expectations, fuels strike season.

Nelson Mandela: So big, he's a holiday too

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:08:06 +0000

The declaration of Mandela Day on July 18 honors South Africa's former leader with call to humanitarian service.

1 year until South Africa hosts soccer World Cup

Nicolas Brulliard — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 16:51:18 +0000

Hopes are high Africa's first World Cup will bring tourists and financial benefits.

On climate, it's Washington v. Beijing

Eric J. Lyman — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 16:35:59 +0000

The Major Economies Forum ends without achieving its goal for an agreement on global warming.

Africa's moment?

Mort Rosenblum — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:25:40 +0000

Opinion: Hints of light in a not-so-dark continent

South Africa succeeds with Confederations Cup

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:25:24 +0000

Some seats are empty, but the sound of vuvuzelas fills soccer stadiums.

South Africa succeeds with Confederations Cup

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:25:24 +0000

Some seats are empty, but the sound of vuvuzelas fills soccer stadiums.

Can the US pull off another upset?

Mark Starr — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 14:56:31 +0000

After an unlikely win against Spain, US soccer faces another superpower: Brazil.

Heads hang after US soccer losses

Mark Starr — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:47:46 +0000

Lackluster performance at Confederations Cup dashes high hopes for soccer future.

A World of Trouble, the sequel

Thomas Mucha — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:40:50 +0000

Special Report: It's still ugly out there.

Malaria: The view from South Africa

Nicolas Brulliard — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:02:56 +0000

In effort to combat malaria, South Africa continues to use DDT.

The deadly side of glittering gold

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:19:10 +0000

More than 80 'zama-zamas' die in latest illegal mine tragedy

The deadly side of glittering gold

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:19:10 +0000

More than 80 'zama-zamas' die in latest illegal mine tragedy

Even as gold prices rise, miners struggle

Nicolas Brulliard — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:40:25 +0000

South Africa's miners face dangers even after post-apartheid reforms.

New mine threatens historic South African site

Nicolas Brulliard — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:24:17 +0000

Site of Iron Age kingdom, ignored by apartheid, now is threatened by coal mine.

Indian cricket league relocates to South Africa

Nicolas Brulliard — Sun, 24 May 2009 15:49:17 +0000

South Africans warm up to Indian pop, Bollywood stars.