Best South Africa News Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.1 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

The best south africa news apps on iPhone average 3.1★ across 249+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated November 2026.

Compare top South Africa News Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The South AfricanThe South AfricanFree3.7★ (15)NoNoOct 2026
2News24: Trusted News. FirstNews24: Trusted News. FirstFree2.8★ (265)YesYesOct 2026
3South Africa Radio News, Music, Talk Show Metro FMSouth Africa Radio News, Music, Talk Show Metro FMFree—NoNoOct 2026
4Newsday: SA Breaking NewsNewsday: SA Breaking NewsFree—NoNoOct 2026
5SABC News appSABC News appFree3.5★ (2)NoNoNov 2026
6Daily Dive South AfricaDaily Dive South AfricaFree5.0★ (2)NoNoOct 2026
7IOL NewsIOL NewsFree4.5★ (104)NoNoNov 2026
8YOU South AfricaYOU South AfricaFree1.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for South Africa News

News24: Trusted News. First#2

News24: Trusted News. First by 24.com

SA’s leading news source.
Strong Contender
📡 News
2.8😞(265 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking news, in-depth analysis, and exclusive content from South Africa's leading journalists. Stay informed on politics, business, entertainment, and sports. Offers both free and paid subscription options for enhanced features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 🔍 Keeps me updated on news
  • 🌍 Useful for expats
  • 📱 Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 Battery drain
  • 💰 Too many ads
  • 🔒 Subscription issues
  • 📰 Declining quality of news
  • 🙈 Biased reporting

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FAQ about South Africa News

What are the best south africa news apps for iPhone?
The South African tops our south africa news apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 3.7-star average from 15 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top south africa news apps we rank are free to download, including The South African and News24: Trusted News. First.
The South African has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ south africa news apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.