18 h. ago Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims

Western Cape Local Government MEC Anton Bredell has announced that preparations for a class action lawsuit on behalf of Riverlands flood victims are nearing completion. In August last year, severe floods impacted over 200 residents in Riverlands, a small farming community near Cape Town, following the collapse of four dam walls at a nearby farm… Read More »Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims The post Western Cape Prepares Class Action for Riverlands Flood Victims first appeared on iAfrica.

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18 h. ago Judge Admits Confession Statements in Joshlin Smith Trial Despite Torture Allegations

Confession statements by two accused in the Joshlin Smith kidnapping and human trafficking trial will be admitted as evidence, Judge Nathan Erasmus ruled on Thursday. The decision follows a trial within a trial, during which co-accused Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn alleged they had been tortured by police into confessing their involvement. Appollis, Van… Read More »Judge Admits Confession Statements in Joshlin Smith Trial Despite Torture Allegations The post Judge Admits Confession Statements in Joshlin Smith Trial Despite Torture Allegations first appeared on iAfrica.

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18 h. ago The Africa Food Show: Shaping the Future of Food & Beverage with Africa’s Local and Global Brands at the Forefront

Welcoming more than 350 exhibitors and 6000 visitors from over 25 countries, the inaugural Africa Food Show is poised to become Africa’s premier event for the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry. The  B2B event, which will be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 10-12 June 2025 , is considered to be… Read More »The Africa Food Show: Shaping the Future of Food & Beverage with Africa’s Local and Global Brands at the Forefront The post The Africa Food Show: Shaping the Future of Food & Beverage with Africa’s Local and Global Brands at the Forefront first appeared on iAfrica.

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18 h. ago Cheetah Conservation Thrives At Lalibela With Birth Of Six Cubs

As autumn light washes over Lalibela Wildlife Reserve in the Eastern Cape, a remarkable wildlife story quietly unfolds in the tall grass. Six cheetah cubs, just three weeks old, are captured on the reserve’s thermal cameras, their tiny spotted forms huddled close to their vigilant mother. Beyond celebrating an increase in numbers for Lalibela’s cheetah… Read More »Cheetah Conservation Thrives At Lalibela With Birth Of Six Cubs The post Cheetah Conservation Thrives At Lalibela With Birth Of Six Cubs first appeared on iAfrica.

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68 h. ago Klerksdorp gets energy boost from provincial government partnership

North West and Matlosana are launching the Urban Blue Gas Power project for energy solutions.

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2 d. ago Accused in Joshlin Smith Case Grilled Over Added Details in Confession

An accused in the disappearance of Joshlin Smith was subjected to intense cross-examination on Tuesday over specific details included in his confession to police. Jacquen Appollis, accused number one, alleges that he was tortured by police and then instructed on what to say in his statement. He claims detectives told him to implicate himself, co-accused… Read More »Accused in Joshlin Smith Case Grilled Over Added Details in Confession The post Accused in Joshlin Smith Case Grilled Over Added Details in Confession first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 d. ago Key Witnesses Missing in Reopened Inquest Into Chief Albert Luthuli’s Death

The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has heard that crucial witnesses in the reopened inquest into the 1967 death of Chief Albert Luthuli are untraceable. Tuesday marked the second day of proceedings into the circumstances surrounding Luthuli’s death, which the apartheid government claimed was caused by a train accident in kwaDukuza. However, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)… Read More »Key Witnesses Missing in Reopened Inquest Into Chief Albert Luthuli’s Death The post Key Witnesses Missing in Reopened Inquest Into Chief Albert Luthuli’s Death first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 d. ago Africa’s Health Systems Buckle as US Cuts Trigger Malaria, Cholera, and Vaccine Crises

The abrupt withdrawal of US health funding under President Donald Trump’s administration is dismantling health systems across Africa, leaving millions vulnerable as diseases like malaria, cholera, and mpox surge. In Nigeria’s Borno state — which accounts for a third of global malaria deaths — dozens of clinics have closed, leaving unemployed nurses like Musa Adamu… Read More »Africa’s Health Systems Buckle as US Cuts Trigger Malaria, Cholera, and Vaccine Crises The post Africa’s Health Systems Buckle as US Cuts Trigger Malaria, Cholera, and Vaccine Crises first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 d. ago African Creators Shine on TikTok: Facts about Creator Rewards and Monetisation

African creators on TikTok have been coining it on the platform, contrary to popular belief. TikTok, the leading short-form video platform, shares a suite of rewarding features designed to empower creators to monetise their creativity and engage with their communities like never before. Social media platforms, including entertainment platforms like TikTok, offer diverse monetisation models… Read More »African Creators Shine on TikTok: Facts about Creator Rewards and Monetisation The post African Creators Shine on TikTok: Facts about Creator Rewards and Monetisation first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 d. ago G20 nations must find solutions to illicit financial flows: SA govt

SA government calls on the G20 Working Group nations to find solutions to illicit financial flows.

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2 d. ago “Lack of critical skills contributing to ailing municipalities”

Dr Msizi Myeza says the local government's failure to expand infrastructure exacerbating the crisis

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5 d. ago It’s dangerous to pretend budget talks benefit S Africans: Analyst

The ANC has been holding talks with its Government of National Unity partners.

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5 d. ago Leicester Draw With Brighton To Snap Scoreless Losing Streak

Stephy Mavididi and Caleb Okoli scored for Leicester City as they twice came from behind to grab a 2-2 draw at Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday and end a run of eight Premier League losses without scoring. The shadow of relegation still hangs heavy over Leicester, who are 19th in the table on 18… Read More »Leicester Draw With Brighton To Snap Scoreless Losing Streak The post Leicester Draw With Brighton To Snap Scoreless Losing Streak first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Everton’s Doucoure Dents Forest’s Champions League Qualifying Hopes

Nottingham Forest’s Champions League qualification hopes were hit by a 1-0 defeat against Everton after Abdoulaye Doucoure scored a 94th-minute winner at the City Ground on Saturday, boosting his chances of a new contract at the Merseyside club. Everton forward Dwight McNeil won possession in midfield after sloppy play from Forest, which summed up their… Read More »Everton’s Doucoure Dents Forest’s Champions League Qualifying Hopes The post Everton’s Doucoure Dents Forest’s Champions League Qualifying Hopes first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago DA Calls Budget Talks with ANC ‘Constructive,’ Reiterates Opposition to VAT Hike

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has described its recent meeting with the African National Congress (ANC) regarding the ongoing budget impasse as constructive. In a brief statement, DA federal council chairperson Helen Zille said that negotiating teams from both parties engaged in robust but respectful discussions. The meeting follows heightened tensions last week when the DA… Read More »DA Calls Budget Talks with ANC ‘Constructive,’ Reiterates Opposition to VAT Hike The post DA Calls Budget Talks with ANC ‘Constructive,’ Reiterates Opposition to VAT Hike first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have sharply criticized US President Donald Trump for citing disputed claims about South Africa’s domestic policies as justification for his potential absence from the upcoming G20 summit. Trump took to his Truth Social platform on Saturday, voicing reluctance to attend the international gathering. He referenced controversial allegations of genocide against… Read More »EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row The post EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Rose Rolling Back The Years At Masters In Search Of Elusive Green Jacket

In a perfect world for Justin Rose, he would have slipped into a Green Jacket long ago, but the Englishman said on Friday, after grabbing the halfway lead at the Masters, that winning one in the twilight of his career would be even sweeter. The 44-year-old Rose has not triumphed in a major since earning… Read More »Rose Rolling Back The Years At Masters In Search Of Elusive Green Jacket The post Rose Rolling Back The Years At Masters In Search Of Elusive Green Jacket first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago EFF intensifies fight to dismantle Orania after failed talks

EFF vows to march on April 22, calls for Orania’s abolishment after talks end without agreement.

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7 d. ago Antonelli hopes to talk ‘Kimi to Kimi’ with iceman Raikkonen

The Italian, 18, has said he was not named after the Finn.

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7 d. ago Congo government, M23 rebel delegations in Doha for talks: Sources

A Congolese government source cautioned that any resolution of the conflict would take months.

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