Johannesburg
Exploring the Demise of Skhothane, the Controversial Subculture Destroyed by the Media
Spawned in the townships of Johannesburg, skhothane revolved around garish displays of wealth—but when the media began to film kids burning their cash and clothes, the subculture imploded in on itself.
Skateboarding for Change (and Gender Equality) in South Africa
Skateistan has opened its latest chapter in Johannesburg, hoping to provide an escape for young South Africans, especially girls, in a city and a country with the highest rates of murder and domestic violence in the world.
Stowaway Survives 10-Hour Flight, as Another Body Crashes From 1,000 Feet
A body was found atop an office building in West London, while another man is in critical condition in hospital after being discovered in the undercarriage of a plane from Johannesburg.
Controversial South African 'Security' Operation Nets 1,650 Undocumented Migrants
Human rights groups have criticized police raids that have resulted in 3,914 arrests and led to the deportation of more than 400 migrants from Mozambique.
'We Are Not Safe at All': Immigrants in South Africa Live in Fear Following Deadly Xenophobic Attacks
An immigrant couple in South Africa tell VICE News they are considering fleeing the country following the latest wave of xenophobic riots which have left seven foreigners dead.
Deadly Xenophobic Durban Riots Spread to Other South African Cities
South Africa's leaders have called for international assistance to stem the rampant violence and attacks against foreign nationals.
'How Can They Kill Us Like Chickens?': Pitched Battles Erupt in Durban After Weeks of Xenophobic Attacks
South African police clashed with warring groups of locals and foreigners on a day intended to promote peace and an end to the violence that has killed at least five people and forced thousands to flee to "refugee" camps.
Police Fire Rubber Bullets on Xenophobic Riot Crowds in South Africa Amid Continuing Violence
Anti-immigrant violence has been ongoing for nearly two weeks, causing hundreds to flee, as rioters burned immigrant-owned businesses.
Photographer Roger Ballen Shoots the Fringes of South African Society
People who catch cats and sell them to witch doctors, people who chop up things with an axe because they were brutally attacked with an axe.
Artist Paul McCarthy Designed Surreal Skate Decks for Charity
The absurdist artist collaborated with nonprofit Skateistan to sell his work in order to raise money for Africa's first skate school.
Black Coffee Returns With a Fresh Pot of House on New Single "I Will Find You"
South Africa's most celebrated house producer is back with a new tune and album.
Street Artists Are Fighting South African Housing Corruption With Pink Splashes Of Paint
Street artist Yazmany Arboleta is calling attention to the decrepit housing conditions and fraudulent landlords in Johannesburg with coats of hot pink.