South Africa in the News on 19 January 2013

Daily SunMission to South AfricaTHISDAY LiveVINCENT ENYEAMA: His reputation as a largely reliable goalkeeper has long been established. For a decade, he has been the country's first choice keeper. more…

Sad story of Zimbos in South AfricaNewsDayZimbabweans in South Africa, unlike the locals, cannot access bursaries and scholarships to pursue their studies in desired fields and the South African gover more…

Nehawu Welcomes the Appointment of Hospital CEO?sAllAfrica.comNEHAWU salutes the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi for fulfilling the mandate of the ANC and bringing to fruition the legislation more…

NDTVKirsten keen to change South Africa's one-day luckThe News International“Winning one of these events is more important in South Africa than in other countries,” Kirsten said. “We have a more…

South Africa: Visa LabelLeadership NewspapersBusinessmen and other investors in South Africa seeking visa labels to travel to Nigeria have been facing herculean problems in securing the vital document more…

South Africa frustrates Punch from AFCON coverageThe PunchWith the 2013 Africa Nations Cup staring today in South Africa, the hosts' high commission in Nigeria is yet to issue entry visa to Punch more…

UNAIDSUNAIDS Executive Director congratulates President Jacob Zuma of South Africa …UNAIDSThe President of South Africa, Jacob Zuma met with UNAIDS Executive Director, Michel Sidibé, on 18 January more…

UNAIDSThe Deputy President of South Africa reviews country's progress in HIV responseUNAIDSUNAIDS Executive Director, Michel Sidibé met with the Deputy President of South Africa, Kgalema Motlanth more…

Saudi GazetteWill South Africa sneak home at Cup of Nations?The IndependentOnce again, the nation came together as South Africa approached the final, but this time it was in the game of the majority. more…

The Guardian (blog)South Africa plays host again but World Cup legacy still in questionThe Guardian (blog)In South Africa, where the Africa Cup of Nations starts on Saturday following its transfer fro more…

The Guardian (blog)South Africa federation left with $50 million from World CupSI.comJOHANNESBURG (AP) — Nearly three years after Spain won the 2010 World Cup final, South Africa's football assoc more…

BBC NewsAfrica Cup of Nations 2013: South Africa ready for openerBBC NewsThe 29th instalment of the tournament kicks off here in Johannesburg on Saturday with South Africa facing first time qualifiers more…

South Africa eager for Cup of Nations winSouth China Morning PostAnything less than victory against debutants Cape Verde in today's Africa Cup of Nations curtain-raiser could spell potential disas more…

Soccer-South Africa hand out first allocation of World Cup moneyYahoo! SportsJOHANNESBURG, Jan 18 (Reuters) – South Africa disbursed the first 56 million rand ($6.29 million)of its 2010 World Cup lega more…

2 Killed in South Africa Prison Brawl; 65 InjuredABC News2 Killed in South Africa Prison Brawl; 65 Injured. JOHANNESBURG January 18, 2013 (AP). A South African government official says two prisoners w more…

ESPNcricinfo.comOverburdened de Villiers abandons glovesESPNcricinfo.comAB de Villiers has, for the first time, admitted being overburdened by his roles as a batsman, wicket-keeper and part of South A more…

Independent OnlineRhinos named 2012 newsmakerIndependent OnlineRhinos in South Africa have been named the 2012 newsmaker of the year by the National Press Club in Pretoria. File picture: Reuters. Pret more…

Telegraph.co.ukSouth Africa: a unique holiday destinationTelegraph.co.ukSouth Africa has much more besides amazing animals, too, from unforgettable activities and experiences such as hot-air balloonin more…

BBC SportSouth Africa v Cape VerdeBBC SportHosts South Africa kick off the 29th Africa Cup of Nations against tournament debutants Cape Verde. Bafana Bafana coach Gordon Igesund rotated his players in more…

SA Urged to Rally Behind Bafana BafanaAllAfrica.comActing CEO of GCIS and government spokesperson, Phumla Williams, said: "The Afcon tournament is pivotal for national pride in South Africa, ther more…