27 h. 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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30 h. 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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34 h. 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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50 h. 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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53 h. 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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58 h. 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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2 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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3 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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3 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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4 d. ago South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced substantial reductions in fuel prices effective from midnight tonight. Petrol 93 (ULP & LRP) will drop by 58 cents per litre, while petrol 95 (ULP & LRP) will decrease by 72 cents per litre. Diesel users will also benefit, with diesel (0.05% sulphur) dropping by 83.80… Read More »South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight The post South Africans Set to Enjoy Significant Fuel Price Cuts from Midnight first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 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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4 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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4 d. ago “Those who want foreign policy changes must follow proper channels”

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola says the GNU agreement is clear on this issue.

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5 d. ago Laila Gohar’s Culinary Art at the Egyptian Museum: A Journey of Creation 

Laila Gohar, born in Cairo, left for Florida at 19 to pursue university studies, marking the beginning of a journey into the unknown. Over two decades, she carved out a unique career blending food and visual storytelling, creating extraordinary works like brioche chairs and chocolate fountains. Gohar’s recent collaboration at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo… Read More »Laila Gohar’s Culinary Art at the Egyptian Museum: A Journey of Creation  The post Laila Gohar’s Culinary Art at the Egyptian Museum: A Journey of Creation  first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet

As global temperatures rise, 2024 saw a temporary 1.5°C increase from pre-industrial levels, exacerbating carbon emissions. Holidaymakers can help combat this by choosing eco-friendly accommodation, such as green hotels or eco-lodges, which focus on reducing water and energy consumption, recycling, and serving locally sourced food. Some eco-lodges are connected to public transport systems for added… Read More »Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet The post Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago Kubayi opens case over newspaper article regarding NPA interference

Minister Kubayi spoke outside the Brooklyn Police Station in the east of Pretoria.

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7 d. ago Bodies of two boys who drowned in Northern Cape retrieved on Friday

Two boys drown in Delportshoop, families grieve as police investigate.

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7 d. ago Seven illegal immigrants arrested in Mpumalanga for illegal mining

The suspects are aged between 18 and 67 and will appear in court on Monday.

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8 d. ago Parly orders forensic audit as SAPS DNA backlog hits 140 000 cases

Police insist that the DNA backlog is not affecting court cases. 

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8 d. ago Bloem CBD robbery video sparks public outcry – 9 suspects arrested

Police have urged those who witnessed the robberies to come forward.

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