South Africa

Vodafone's strong performance in emerging markets was weighed down by weak demand in European countries.

Javier Hernandez has offered a word of advice to Manchester United's newest signings, with the striker saying that they need to settle in as quickly as possible to take full advantage of the pre-season tour and find their place in the squad.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says striker Dimitar Berbatov wants to leave the club following his restricted appearances last season.

Eden Hazard and Gylfi Sigurdsson were both on target as Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur began their pre-season preparations with comfortable victories.

Former US President Bill Clinton visited Mandela at his Qunu home.

United will play pre-season friendlies in South Africa and China before kicking off domestic duties with a game against David Moyes and Everton on 20 August

Rise in black market demand sees jump in number of rhinos being illegally killed in South Africa.

Matt Prior has been given painkilling injections by the England medical staff, raising questions about his fitness ahead of the Test series against South Africa.

Former England test captain Alec Stewart believes the form of Ravi Bopara will prove crucial in South Africa's attempts of becoming the world's No.1 test team.

The South African edition of Marie Claire has hit upon a novel idea - to make Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, the cover of their Fan Art tribute

Former Liverpool and Manchester City goal keeper David James has hailed England's Joe Hart as the best keeper in the world

Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata targets an Olympic gold medal, this summer, with the Spanish national team

Gary Neville believes that Shinji Kagawa could become the next Javier Hernandez or Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Manchester United, with the former Red Devil praising Sir Alex Ferguson's latest signing.

Villager John Chakabaya's horrific ordeal during 12-day kidnapping by gang including Masenyani Mandhalele outlined in court.

The pullout is bound to have serious impact on the beleaguered investment arm of the government-owned conglomerate.

George Obama lives in Nairobi slum and believes in self-help and respect for one's parents - core values of the American right.

South African wicketkeeper Mark Boucher has announced his retirement from international cricket after having undergone eye surgery after being struck by a bail during a tour match against Somerset at Taunton.

Bryan Robson believes that Manchester United signing Shinji Kagawa is showing great ability off the field as well as on it, with the Japan international preparing to join the squad in their pre-season tour.

Police conclude investigations into sex abuse claims by five woman against South African tennis champ they say abused them when he was their coach.

Japan, Norway and Iceland among countries block long-running campaign at International Whaling Commission vote.

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee is set to continue to sparkle for the public, as more than 10,000 royal diamonds belonging to the Queen are due to go on display at Buckingham Palace.

The victim is in a critical condition in intensive care after losing several fingers and a part of an ear.

Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed that Shinji Kagawa will play for Manchester United in their pre season matches, along with young Crewe signing Nick Powell.

England's five-match one-day series against Australia gets under way at Lord's on Friday

Human ancestors consumed parts of trees like bark and leaves, as well as sedges, shrubs or herbs, rather than grass

Check out a full tactical preview and analysis ahead of Thursday evening's Euro 2012 semi final between three time FIFA World Cup champions Germany and the Italy, as well as information on where to watch live and what time it kicks off

WWF and Traffic voice support as Gabon president Ali Baba lit a pyre of more than 4,000 Kilos of Ivory blocked from illegal trade in Asia.

South African government accused of preferring to spend money destroying books rather than educating children.

Manchester United have announced ticket details for their pre-season tour of South Africa, with details on games in China and Norway expected to follow

Cambridge Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology explores psychology and politics of living with HIV/Aids in South Africa.