16 h. ago Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods

As water levels surge past dangerous thresholds, business owners along the Vaal River are speaking out, demanding action from the government to protect their livelihoods. On Sunday, the Department of Water and Sanitation opened a fifth sluice gate at the Vaal Dam, raising fears of widespread destruction. The move comes after the dam reached a… Read More »Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods The post Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods first appeared on iAfrica.

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23 h. ago Eskom ramps up diesel generators to keep up with high power demand

The latest data from Eskom shows they ramped up their use of open cycle gas turbines.

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26 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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41 h. ago Family awaits report after University of Venda student’s death

Vhutshilo Munyai was found dead in his room by security officers.

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42 h. ago Family demands answers in Mangaung inmate’s prison death incident

The family was initially told that Mkhumbeni had died from an asthma attack.

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67 h. ago UN calls for Myanmar support as quake death toll reaches 3 354

Myanmar's neighbours, such as China, India and Southeast Asian nations dispatched relief supplies.

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4 d. ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago DSA, civil groups march in Pretoria, demands Ramaphosa resign

Defend South Africa and civil groups march in Pretoria today, calling for Ramaphosa's resignation.

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4 d. ago US decisions on SA not based on ‘correct facts’: Steenhuisen

Steenhuisen was among the economic cluster ministers who were answering oral questions in the NA.

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6 d. ago Masemola tasks head of family violence to oversee Matatiele rape case

There has been a countrywide outpouring of support for the seven-year-old.

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6 d. ago Enyobeni Tavern owner denies responsibility in Scenery Park incident

Ndevu has been accused of failing to ensure the safety of patrons on the day of the tragedy

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7 d. ago Three men fatally shot in suspected taxi violence incident in Joburg

Three men have been shot and killed in what appears to be taxi violence at Vlakfontein.

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7 d. ago KZN Premier encourages women to report abuse by their partners

The man committed suicide after the incident. He was the father of Nandipha's baby.

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8 d. ago “Purpose” Broadway Play Explores Black Legacy, Politics, and Family Secrets

“Purpose,” a groundbreaking Broadway play directed by Phylicia Rashad, delves into Black political legacies and familial secrets through the fictional Jasper family. Written by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, the production highlights the complexities of identity, history, and societal contributions, with the Jasper family as a powerful symbol of civil rights activism. Featuring a distinguished cast, including LaTanya… Read More »“Purpose” Broadway Play Explores Black Legacy, Politics, and Family Secrets The post “Purpose” Broadway Play Explores Black Legacy, Politics, and Family Secrets first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Morocco’s Traditional Clothing: A Key Element of Eid Celebrations

As Ramadan nears its end, Moroccans eagerly prepare for Eid, where traditional attire plays a crucial role in the festivities. Garments like kaftans and djellabas, often crafted from luxurious fabrics and intricate embroidery, are custom-made for the occasion. Fashion designers, like Sahar El Maazouzi, release exclusive Eid collections that feature opulent designs. The demand for… Read More »Morocco’s Traditional Clothing: A Key Element of Eid Celebrations The post Morocco’s Traditional Clothing: A Key Element of Eid Celebrations first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Third suspect in Marry Me murders to appear in Pretoria court

The suspect is the third person to be arrested in connection with the tragic incident.

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8 d. ago Family outraged as Limpopo education is silent amid learner suicide

Maimela's sister Annah Maimela says the department has not given them any feedback.

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8 d. ago Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,700 As Aid Scramble Intensifies

The toll from Myanmar’s earthquake continued to rise on Sunday, as foreign rescue teams and aid rushed into the impoverished country, where hospitals were overwhelmed and some communities scrambled to mount rescue efforts with limited resources. The 7.7-magnitude quake, one of Myanmar’s strongest in a century, jolted the war-torn Southeast Asian nation on Friday, leaving… Read More »Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,700 As Aid Scramble Intensifies The post Myanmar Quake Death Toll Hits 1,700 As Aid Scramble Intensifies first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago Myanmar quake death toll passes 1 600, junta lets in foreign rescuers

Survivors in Mandalay, Myanmar's second-biggest city, dug with their bare hands on Friday.

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9 d. ago Man City deny allegations that Haaland hurt mascot: Media reports

The incident occurred before the home Premier League match against Southampton in October.

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