A South Korean convenience store has partnered with the local exchange Bithumb to offer Bitcoin meal boxes, allowing customers to potentially receive small amounts of Bitcoin when making purchases.
Six individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of South African rapper AKA. The shooting at a restaurant last year, which resulted in the deaths of the performer and his friend, deeply impacted South Africans.
In Seoul, South Korea, on Tuesday, trainee doctors staged a collective walkout to intensify their protest against a government medical policy, resulting in the cancellation of surgeries and other medical procedures at hospitals.
The South Korean president's office has confirmed to the BBC that North Korea infiltrated the personal emails of an aide ahead of President Yoon Suk Yeol's state visit to the UK last November.
South African DJ Black Coffee, 47, was injured during a flight to Argentina, but is now recovering well after reportedly suffering severe blows during turbulence.
South African artist Tyla is ranked fourth in the BBC Sound of 2024 after her global hit "Water". She believes people are unprepared for her debut album, emphasizing her confidence in making a strong impact with her music.
South African theatre legend Mbongeni Ngema, famed for the musical Sarafina!, has passed away. Known for portraying the lives of black people under apartheid, he leaves behind a legacy of powerful storytelling. Tributes pour in to honor his impactful contributions to the arts.
Zahara, the acclaimed South African Afro-pop singer also known as Bulelwa Mkutukana, has passed away, as announced by the country's Culture Minister. The 36-year-old artist had been hospitalized, reportedly due to liver complications, with the government providing assistance to her family. Zahara gained widespread recognition in 2011 with her beloved album, Loliwe, celebrated throughout Africa.
Recently, the world was captivated by the surprising and innovative move made by King Charles during his visit to South Korea. In a bold departure from traditional state banquets, the King took the opportunity to showcase the global phenomenon that is K-pop.
South African singer-songwriter, Tyla, has recently achieved an incredible milestone in her career, making a historic debut on the prestigious Billboard Hot 100 chart with her breakthrough single, 'Water'. This accomplishment not only showcases Tyla's immense talent but also serves as a testament to the growing global influence of South African music.