A Paarl resident's attempt to nap turns into a nightmare when she discovers a Cape cobra under her duvet, prompting a dramatic snake removal that has gone viral.

No, it wasn’t some twisted prank. It was the real deal with one of South Africa’s most dangerous snakes. Expert snake catcher Emile Rossouw was called in to remove the reptile safely.

Antivenom shortages persist, but a WHO-approved alternative is now available in both in private and state hospitals in South ...

A man in Cape Town released a venomous Cape Cobra, and it backfired, leaving South Africans shocked and amused. The video ...

As summer unfolds, snakes, including rinkhals ... Independent Online, popularly known as IOL, is one of South Africa’s leading news and information websites bringing millions of readers breaking ...

Africa’s largest snake, known for its aggressive nature and strength, with reports of attacks on humans, including children. Found in India and South Asia, capable of swallowing large animals and has ...

While the Big Five may steal the spotlight, these lesser-known species in SA offer equally thrilling wildlife experiences.

Rob and Marcela Wild were in for a surprise when they found a boomslang — one of South Africa's most venomous snakes — in their Christmas tree, CNN reports. The couple, who lives in the ...

It’s probably fair to say that most people don’t like being around venomous snakes because of the danger these reptiles ...

As the Warriors fielded only two black players instead of the stipulated three against the Dolphins, they were docked four ...