Police in Worcester are searching for the mother of a newborn baby boy abandoned inside a shopping bag bearing the distinctive logo of Woolworths South Africa.

South African expats have urged the Australian town of Cooma to update a flag on display from the apartheid era.

Volunteers from the South African embassy in London worked a symbolic 67 minutes at Richard House Children’s Hospice to represent the years Nelson Mandela spent serving his community, his country and the world.

The Brankens, a white family, has recently moved to Hillbrow, Joburg’s most feared suburb. What can we learn from them?

Nelson Mandela is spending his 95th birthday with his family at the Medi-Clinic Heart Hospital, to which he was admitted on 8 June for a recurring lung infection. Share your birthday wishes for him here!

An extremely respected authority in the field of periodontics, Peter Galgut talks to us about his passion for dentistry, what he would change about the NHS, and whether it’s all true about ‘British teeth’

A stunning five-part series chronicling Madiba’s life story from rural beginnings to election as South Africa’s first democratic president and a documentary exposing the 13-year process, from 1977 to 1990, when South Africa’s apartheid government agonised over Mandela’s release.

A Wimbledon-based South African has invited other London South Africans to walk home from work on Mandela Day, Thursday 18 July, to honour Madiba’s long walk to freedom – why not join him?

In the lull that followed the Apartheid state’s embarrassment at the outcome of the Treason Trial, Nelson Mandela briefly became notorious in the media for travelling the length and breadth of the country disguised as a chauffeur, coordinating resistance and laying the groundwork for the Umkhonto weSizwe resistance organisation. The decision to embrace armed resistance was a major turning point for the ANC that marked a definitive break with the Luthuli era.

Business process outsourcing has been, for India, a way of leapfrogging the lack of physical infrastructure and spreading wealth wherever talent and language skills cluster. Could this same model work among dispersed rural populations? We explore the implications for rural South Africa in this two-parter.

Business process outsourcing has been, for India, a way of leapfrogging the lack of physical infrastructure and spreading wealth wherever talent and language skills cluster. Could this same model work among dispersed rural populations? We explore the implications for rural South Africa in this two-parter.

Zimbabweans hail “their own Julian Assange”, a Zanu-PF party insider who reveals alleged state secrets on a blog that has become very popular since it was created in March.

If you are an entrepreneur looking to settle in the UK, there is good news for you. The Tier 1 Entrepreneur immigration category is a relatively easy way for entrepreneurial non-EU citizens to settle in the UK.

Robert Mugabe has allegedly hired a Lebanese murder squad to carry out an assassination of Jacob Zuma and South African diplomat Lindiwe Zulu, to make it look like an accident.

The trial of a South African former theology student accused of murdering four people in Ohio and New Mexico has been postponed till October.

Although there was a great deal of worry about this last week, other factors that might contribute to the stabilisation of the Rand, is a consolidation in commodity markets like gold and platinum and the news that China was set to achieve growth of 7% for 2013.

A former Durbanite has been convicted and jailed in the UK for money laundering part of the proceeds of a £5.7 million international fraud scheme.

His work in explosives and Improvised Explosive Devices puts Brad in the frontline of counterterrorism and counterinsurgency efforts in Afghanistan. Here he discusses his rigorous training, support for the troops and the impending withdrawal of British troops from Germany

Channel 4 reporter Inigo Gilmore speaks to the wife of Andries Tatane, a South African activist killed by police in 2011, and reveals compelling new evidence of the police’s role during and after the Marikana massacre in 2012.

The long-awaited trailer for Nelson Mandela’s biopic has finally been made public – and British actor Idris Elba is already tipped for an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of the South African icon.

Former South African Deputy President takes over as the head of UN Women in August.

Most people know that the world’s first heart transplant was performed in Cape Town by Dr Chris Barnard, but did you know that other South African inventions include the CAT scan, Q20 and ‘Kreepy Krawly’?

Julius Malema loses another house but launches his new political party

New smart ID cards to replace South Africa’s green barcoded ID books will be launched on 18 July

Many disappointed as a mysterious corpse thought to be an alien-like creature turns out be be only a baby baboon… but some people are still not convinced.

According to a CNN report, South Africa’s emerging middle class have quickly matured as a retail market. To reach them, corporates have adopted an entirely new, uniquely African, platform.

Johannesburg resident lodges consumer complaint that the City of Johannesburg’s long-running marketing campaign contains “blatant untruths”

The Monyetla (which means ‘opportunities’) Work Readiness Programme is a visionary programme of the kind South Africa needs in every sector. Employer-led and government-funded, the initiative seeks to augment the entry-level labour force for the business process outsourcing industry.

Minimum-income rules for spousal visa applications have angered many immigrants to the UK. Now, pending review, the Home Office has paused all applications that have been refused on these grounds.

The Cabinet reshuffle announced by South Africa’s President Jacob Zuma on Tuesday has been described by the opposition as the umpteenth failure to put good governance above cronyism.

The Sharpeville shooting marked a turning point in Apartheid’s fortunes. The massacre of 69 protestors by police galvanised world opinion and was the first real shot-in-the-arm to the anti-Apartheid movement in the West. Meanwhile, inside the country, Sharpeville set off a wave of rioting and unrest and set the stage for an entirely new level of Government repression in the decade to come.

Shocked onlookers watched as a famed guitarist was manhandled by law enforcement officials while his wife screamed at them to stop, in an incident captured on CCTV.

According to a government statement, Facebook hackers are impersonating South Africa’s Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan and sending out friend requests to members of the public.

South Africans rave about their first taste of Steers in London.

Nelson Mandela gave 67 years of his life fighting for social justice and human rights. The Mandela Day campaign asks that individuals, groups and corporates pledge 67 minutes of their time on 18 July and everyday thereafter to give back.

Understanding what triggers wrongdoing and how to help offenders change their lives is at the heart of Jerome’s field, which is a blend of, among others, social work, criminology, law, psychology.

Last Thursday saw thin market conditions due to the US enjoying Independence Day. Liquidity returned on Friday although thoughts on the likelihood of the market going back to normal were uncertain due to traders taking long weekends.

Zimbabwean Lucian Msamati, makes his directorial debut with ‘The Epic Adventure of Nhamo the Manyiko Warrior and his Sexy Wife Chipo’ at The Tricycle Theatre.

As a result of an order by the South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg, the SABC has encrypted its signal in attempt to stop rampant piracy from neighbouring countries. According to political analysts, Mugabe and state-controlled ZBC are unquestionably the biggest winners.

Zimbabwe and Cuba are reportedly the most realistic asylum prospects for US document leaker Edward Snowden.

It is believed that 26-year-old Duduzile Zozo’s murder was as a result of her sexual orientation.

The Nobel Peace Prize is probably Nelson Mandela’s most notable award, but did you know that the South African struggle icon has received more than 250 awards? Here are 10 of the most prestigious.

Though the sight of new contact centres opening up has become a common feature of South Africa’s larger cities this millennium, it is the Rand’s steep decline in 2013 has seen a new phenomenon emerge: overseas firms – particularly from the UK and India – have gone on a spree of acquisitions of South African outsourcers.

Part II of our feature explores the specific urban and workforce features that enhance Gauteng’s long-term prospects to become a major outsourcing world outsourcing centre

We take a closer look at how Gauteng Province’s incentive proposition to business process outsourcers complements national incentives

South African authorities and Nelson Mandela’s friend deny that the former president was unconscious following reports that a court document claims he is on life permanent life support.

State Minister claims it was Public Works Minister who made Nkandla report “top secret,” after Public Works Minister said it was vice versa.

Nuclear energy tipped to end South Africa’s problems meeting energy demand as International Atomic Energy Agency says the country is ready for nuclear power programme

For me, the tears that have surprised me over my cornflakes as I watch breakfast TV updates on his condition, are very real indeed. They stem from a love of my country but also from a very personal experience of meeting Mr Mandela. From that moment on, Nelson Mandela wasn’t just an anti-apartheid hero, a former president, or a Nobel prize winner, he was someone whose hands I had held. He was MY Mandela.

Nelson Mandela coins and medallions lead the surge in Mandela memorabilia purchases on South African auction website bidorbuy. Top items include a Mandela centenary 1kg gold medallion that sold for R640,000 and a signed photograph on offer at R85,000.

The councillors of Brent came to a unanimous vote to present the award to Nelson Mandela. He is only the second person to have ever received the honour.

As more and more people become disillusioned with the ANC and the leadership of Jacob Zuma – highlighted in a recent open letter to the president from Kenny Kunene – recent surveys have shown that Malema is rising from the ashes, winning over young South Africans with minimal EFF-ort.

The immediate after-effect of the adoption of the Freedom Charter was increasing paranoia in the Apartheid state. As Chief Albert Luthuli said of the Treason Trial which came shortly thereafter: “That grim pre-dawn raid, deliberately calculated to strike terror into hesitant minds and impress upon the entire nation the determination of the governing clique to stifle all opposition, made one hundred and fifty-six of us, belonging to all the races of our land, into a group of accused facing one of the most serious charges in any legal system.”

Lauren Fagen, an 18-year-old Canadian volunteer, was feeding a male lion when he tried to drag her into his enclosure at a South African wildlife rehabilitation centre

Steers London opened its doors for trading on 30 June. To celebrate its UK arrival Steers will give away 1,000 Burgers and Cokes at the official opening (terms and conditions apply) on Saturday 6 July from 12pm to 6pm.

Key players in Zimbabwe’s cultural landscape discussed important issues about the role of art, literature, religion and film in Zimbabwe’s future at the annual Britain Zimbabwe Society’s 2013 Research Day in Oxford.

Brian King has been at the helm of Johannesburg Child Welfare for many years. He shares some of his experiences in this remarkable organisation.

Visa refusal can happen on grounds that seem inconsequential to you – make sure that every care is taken in filling out your details. If, however, your visa is refused, there are steps you can take to try again.

Q: I am South African and have lived in London for 4 years. I have recently bought a rental property in Cape Town. How can I make sure I don’t lose out to adverse currency fluctuations with my ZAR mortgage payments?

Madiba’s relative believes that the current government has failed South Africans and wants to join the opposition party.

Sensitive negotiations are taking place between the South African High Commission and UK authorities concerning a potential memorial service for Nelson Mandela at Westminster Abbey when the time comes – a move that would make him the first non-Briton to be honoured in such a way.

Qualified female teacher to teach age group 3 — 4 year olds. Position at private school in Bahrain.

Qualified female teacher to teach age group 3 — 4 year olds. Position at private school in the UAE.

British businessman Shrien Dewani, accused of plotting his wife’s murder on honeymoon in Cape Town, is ready for extradition to South Africa to stand trial, prosecutors say.

Mandela’s cousin has declared his support for the DA because the ANC has “lost its way”, in spite of ruling party radicals’ attempts to secure votes ahead of the 2014 elections – the latest of which has allegedly seen a DA youth leader’s shack set alight for being a “dog of Helen Zille”.

An ideal opportunity for journalism students or graduates to build a portfolio of published work, writing for a business focused publication.

The Rand strengthened against most of its major trading partners last week Thursday. US jobless claims and consumer confidence showed marginal improvement on Thursday and left the market questioning the scaling back of quantitative easing in the world’s largest economy.

South Africa’s Ministry of Home Affairs might introduce visas for British officials travelling to South Africa, but will spare other UK visitors for now

Taxpayers may soon become overstretched as research shows there are more individuals living on social grants than earning in South Africa.

The Eastern Cape villages of Qunu and Mvezo are in the spotlight as battle commences between Nelson Mandela’s grandson Mandla and the rest of his family about where to bury Madiba.

Durban-based charity Umthombo does not force street children into a programme – it empowers them to make decisions, by introducing them to activities and lifestyles they may not have thought possible. The success of its surfing programme was highlighted a a reception in London last week.

Position available for an Engineer (Head of Department) in the water sector.

Engineering firm based in Centurion requires the services of a Senior C# Developer.

A diversified financial services group, listed on the JSE and one of South Africa’s leading distributors of financial products, is looking for an analytical Project risk auditor.

The client is UK-based, listed on the UK stock exchange and ranked 23rd on the FTSE 100. They’re a global brand within the South African FMCG sector, and a global success story — as well as a world leader in household brands on the forefront of FMCG and Supply Chain Management.

JSE listed entity, with the vision to be the leader in logistics and supply chain management in SA and to expand their core business into Africa and large parts of Europe.

The position will have you involved in a broad spectrum of activities aimed at helping governments, municipalities and companies to improve sewage handling, flood control, energy conservation, land reclamation and tunnel construction throughout the whole of South Africa.

As a specialist in the engineering sector, our client base is in need of various technical engineering skills.

Internationally recognised Hotel and Leisure industry requires a Financial Manager to oversee a large Finance department. This position will report directly to the General Manager.

An innovative international healthcare products company seeks a cluster Head of IT to join their team. The company is committed to rewarding the people who invest ideas and hard work. Their success depends on the creativity and performance of their associates.

A renowned commercial property finance company is in search of a Property Investment Analyst who has a BCom degree in Finance, with 2-3 years experience in a commercial property environment, which is essential. My client is looking for someone with a strong sales and marketing background within commercial property finance.

A portrait of Nelson Mandela by South African artist Conor Mccreedy has disappeared from a New York storage space.

Exciting opportunity available for a Senior Software Developer in JAVA to join a dynamic successful company.

The fall in telecoms costs has made South Africa more competitive as a BPO destination – but may have broader spinoffs outside this sector as well

PR Eng Design Engineer is required for a consulting firm.

An opportunity for a motivated Cape Town-based journalism or media studies student to create meaningful online content for an international publication

Business process outsourcing has been embraced by successive provincial and national governments in South Africa as a potent weapon against unemployment, particularly among the youth. BPO jobs tend to have low barriers to entry, with most requiring only a matric certificate. However, as the contact centre industry continues to mature and intensify, positions at these centres increasingly demand higher-level skills and experience.

One of the largest, global investment banks has a vacant position for a Financial Manager within their product department.

An international manufacturing company is looking for a dynamic, driven individual that will form part of the Finance team.

One of South Africa’s leading professional services companies is seeking a Senior .NET Web Developer GURU!!

The Chief Operating Officer requires a Senior Structural Engineer.

Got the potential to make your mark in the logistics/freight industry?

What is the exact level of national, provincial and city-level support for the business processing industry in Cape Town and the Western Cape?

Despite continuing global uncertainty, Cape Town’s central business district is capitalising on ever-improving data links to lure BPO investment away from traditional markets like India and the Philippines.

Having been in the country since 2004, Asda has been reaping the benefits of South Africa’s superior BPO offering for years. The time had come to ramp up operations to 600-plus employees.

Nelson Mandela’s family complained about international media invading their privacy as reporters are camping outside the hospital in Pretoria, where the former leader fights for his life

Nelson Mandela is now in a critical but stable condition, says the Presidency.

Whilst wishing Mandela a full recovery we can, and indeed must, use this opportunity to talk about the importance of palliative care — a taboo across much of the world including most of Africa, writes Steve Hynd from the African PalliativeCare Association

A South African turned Briton will try to become the first person to swim the length of Britain this summer, facing the threats of sharks, jellyfish and rough seas.

Sometimes clients have outstanding tax issues when they get to point where they should be able to qualify for British citizenship.