SOUTH AFRICA

Muslims, Jews and Hindus are forbidden by custom from consuming pork products of any kind.

African leaders have agreed on new framework for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Details are lacking, but potential is great.

A new report by the National Enquirer alleges that Reeva Steenkamp was pregnant at the time of her death.

Moonoo is a member of South Africa's small, but vibrant, Indian community, which makes up about 2.5 percent of the population.

There's no way the Oscars will net more global viewers than the World Cup. Not this time. Not ever.

Pictures show Charlize Theron and her gorgeous pixie cut at 2013 Oscars ceremony in Los Angeles Sunday.

China's Five-Year Plan shows a push toward increasing the nation's use of nuclear power, but that's not all China has planned for its rapidly developing nuclear reactors.

The lead detective was pulled after it emerged that he has attempted murder charges.

The head investigator into the killing of the South African Olympian’s girlfriend is facing attempted murder charges.

The lead detective in the murder case against Olympian Oscar Pistorius faces seven charges of attempted murder over a 2011 shooting incident, South African police revealed Thursday. However, contradicting reports emerged in the media on the removal of the lead detective from the Pistorius case.

London’s West End regained its premier position as the world’s priciest location to rent office space, but there are bargains in Eastern Europe.

Scientists trace South African climate history by studying layers of fossilized urine left by generations of rock hyraxes.

Prosecutors claim he killed Reeva Steenkamp in cold blood.

The rate of female homicide in South Africa is five times higher than the global average.

Blade runner Oscar Pistorius accused of killing his girl friend Reeva Steenkamp was charged with premeditated murder Tuesday for the purpose of bail, judge ruled while hearing a bail petition by the accused, NCA News reported.

"Blade Runner" is accused to murdering his girlfriend in his home.

Balancing accelerated food production with sustainability is a tricky act, but some scientists think aquaculture can pull it off.

The victim, 29-year-old model Reeva Steenkamp, was reportedly found with a crushed skull, in addition to gunshot wounds.

Trish Taylor, the mother of Oscar Pistorius' ex-girlfriend, says she is glad her daughter is out of his "clutches."

Oscar Pistorius broke down in tears during his court appearance in South Africa, on charges he murdered his model-girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.

Disabled Olympic track star Oscar Pistorius became a symbol of courage and hope for South Africa.