5 h. ago South Africa’s Private Security Industry Reacts to Proposed Weapon Regulation Changes

South Africa’s private security industry voiced strong opposition to proposed amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, which could drastically alter their operations. The draft amendments, gazetted earlier today by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, include provisions that would require private security firms to seek approval seven days in advance before using any weapon that… Read More »South Africa’s Private Security Industry Reacts to Proposed Weapon Regulation Changes The post South Africa’s Private Security Industry Reacts to Proposed Weapon Regulation Changes first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 h. ago 16 killed in northwest Nigeria as villagers battle militants: Police

Kebbi police spokesperson Nafiu Abubakar said the attack occurred on Saturday evening.

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8 h. ago Three suspects Ganyesa police constable murder case arrested

The captains says three suspects were arrested and some of the victim's belongings were recovered.

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15 h. ago Three men killed in a shooting incident Mofolo Central, Soweto

The three men killed in the shooting are believed to taxi marshals.

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18 h. ago The Joshlin Smith kidnapping accused’s trial within a trial to resume

The accused contend that their statements were given under duress and they were tortured by police.

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33 h. ago Cape Town police seize over R700 000 in counterfeit cigarettes

Spokesperson, FC van Wyk, says during the raid officers also seized a firearm and ammunition.

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3 d. ago UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape, sexual assaults

Brand is due to appear in court for a first hearing on May 2, police said.

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3 d. ago LIVE: Police update on investigation of alleged child sexual assault

Media briefing on the investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a 7-year-old child.

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3 d. ago Free State police intercept food intended for illegal miners

Police also arrest six people, three men and three women while they were busy with food packaging.

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3 d. ago Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy

Guinea’s military junta has announced September 21, 2025, as the date for a long-awaited constitutional referendum—a key step toward restoring democratic rule in the West African country. The referendum will determine the adoption of a new constitution to replace the military charter currently governing the country. Initially, junta leader Col. Mamadi Doumbouya pledged to begin… Read More »Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy The post Guinea Sets September Date for Referendum to Restore Democracy first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships

Niger’s military-led government is doubling down on resource nationalism, awarding copper and lithium mining permits to local firms as part of a broader, Sahel-wide push to reduce reliance on Western companies. The move echoes similar strategies in Mali and Burkina Faso, fellow junta-led states, which also favor domestic control and courting non-Western allies like China,… Read More »Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships The post Niger Bets on Local Mining in Break From Western Partnerships first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago Free State police seize food items intended for illegal miners

They discovered 2 500 cans of energy drinks, 2 600 tins of corned meat and other food items.

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4 d. ago Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers

In a recent policy shift, the United States has imposed steep tariffs on several African nations, effectively signaling the end of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Countries such as Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Botswana, and South Africa now face tariffs ranging from 30% to 50%. This move comes amid existing challenges in these nations,… Read More »Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers The post Selective US Tariffs Spare Key South African Exports but Pose Challenges for Farmers first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks

A senior South African delegation, led by International Relations Director-General Zane Dangor, has returned from Washington, where it met top US officials to discuss bilateral issues and clarify Pretoria’s stance on contentious policies like the Expropriation Act. The US officials, including those from the White House and State Department, were reportedly “cordial and receptive.” The… Read More »South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks The post South African Officials Defend Land Policy During Key US Talks first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Five suspected CIT robbers killed in shootout with police in Durban

The shootout comes after a gang robbed a cash van during peak hour traffic.

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5 d. ago City Power condemns vandalism after suspected cable thief killed

A suspected cable thief was fatally electrocuted at the Houtkoppen substation last night.

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5 d. ago Security guard nabbed for killing Limpopo man during evictions

Police say violence broke out when suspected land invaders were being evicted.

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5 d. ago Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth

Tony Elumelu, a Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, has been appointed to the IMF’s newly established Advisory Council on Entrepreneurship and Growth. Joining global figures like Marc Benioff, Salesforce CEO, and Reema Al-Saud, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the US, Elumelu will help shape policies that promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable private sector-led growth. The council, created… Read More »Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth The post Nigerian Billionaire Joins IMF Advisory Council on Global Growth first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Truck hijacking case postponed to May for further investigations

Police spokesperson Stephen Thakeng says the accused have been granted bail.

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6 d. ago Zimbabwe police deployed to block demonstrations against Mnangagwa

Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU-PF party wants to extend Mnangagwa's term in office by two years until 2030.

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