1 hour ago Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown

South African road-running queen Gerda Steyn etched her name deeper into the history books on Saturday by claiming a record-breaking sixth consecutive title at the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town. Steyn dominated the 56km race, completing it in 3:26:54 – just over a minute off her own course record of 3:29:06 set in 2023.… Read More »Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown The post Gerda Steyn Makes History with Sixth Two Oceans Victory; Seutloali Clinches Men’s Title in Tactical Showdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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12 h. ago NHBRC moves to discipline suspended CEO over George building collapse

NHBRC is in the process of instituting disciplinary action against its suspended CEO Songezo Booi.

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27 h. ago Lamola dismisses claims that SA was aware of October 7 Hamas attack

The attacks led to Israeli retaliation that has since continued in Gaza

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30 h. ago System failures by NHBRC led to George building collapse: Simelane

The collapse, which took place during construction, caused 34 deaths and dozens of injuries.

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33 h. ago W Cape High Court reviews Van Rhyn’s confession amid torture claims

The court continues viewing video of Van Rhyn's confession amid torture claims in Joshlin Smith case

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34 h. 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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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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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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3 d. ago Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign

Sophie Chandauka, chair of Sentebale, the African charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has accused the Duke of orchestrating a bullying campaign to oust her. In an interview, she claimed Harry’s Netflix commitments disrupted a fundraising effort for the charity and that the behavior of Harry’s wife, Meghan, at the same event created tension between herself… Read More »Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign The post Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar

A diplomatic rift has emerged after Raila Odinga claimed South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir blocked him from meeting Vice President Riek Machar and insisted he see Uganda’s President Museveni first. Kiir’s office has firmly denied the claim, calling it a misinterpretation of diplomatic norms. Press Secretary David Amuor Majur clarified that Odinga’s Uganda visit was… Read More »South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar The post South Sudan Refutes Raila’s Claims Over Denied Access to Machar first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago NW MEC for transport welcomes high court ruling on removal of BRP

The entity has been marred by financial difficulties and governance collapse.

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5 d. ago Uitenhage residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

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5 d. ago Kariega residents decry impact of Matanzima road bridge collapse

The alternative route is a gravel road which deteriorates the state of the vehicles.

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5 d. ago ‘At every step I want to cry’: Tourist describes Myanmar destruction

Tourist Ravil Nasretdinov said that a large number of high-rise buildings had collapsed.

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5 d. ago ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse

Negotiating teams from the ANC and DA resumed critical talks on the Budget Sunday afternoon, following an impasse on Friday that threatened the stability of the coalition government. A source familiar with the negotiations informed News24 that the ANC had reached out to the DA to restart discussions after talks stalled, aiming to secure an… Read More »ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse The post ANC and DA Resume Crucial Budget Talks to Avert Coalition Collapse first appeared on iAfrica.

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6 d. ago Chacarra claims first DP World Tour title at Indian Golf Open

Spain's Eugenio Chacarra won his first-ever DP World Tour title.

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6 d. ago Sabalenka wins Miami Open, Djokovic chases 100th career title

Aryna Sabalenka claimed her first Miami Open title, defeating Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2.

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8 d. ago Deadline for beneficiaries to replace gold cards is May: Postbank

Post Bank has clarified that the deadline for social grant beneficiaries to replace their gold cards

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8 d. ago South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities

South Africa is collaborating with the World Bank on a $3 billion initiative to revitalize urban infrastructure in eight major cities, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. These cities have experienced challenges, ranging from power outages and water shortages to degraded road networks and waste management systems. Under the plan, the World Bank will provide… Read More »South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities The post South Africa and World Bank Launch Plan to Rescue Struggling Cities first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Royal AM back on the market after Moodley deal falls through

Royal AM are reportedly back on the market after Moodley's deal to buy the club collapsed.

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