3 h. 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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25 h. ago Khunotswane residents struggle as floods worsen, plead for help

The community is calling for urgent intervention from the relevant authorities

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27 h. ago Tshwane Mayor warns residents to brace themselves for tariff hikes

The City of Tshwane is struggling to increase its revenue collection.

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45 h. ago Residents in KwaDukuza want a councillor that ensures basic services

Residents braved rainy weather to cast their votes.

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52 h. ago South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown

ArcelorMittal South Africa has postponed the planned closure of its long steel operations to August 31, following a $91.5 million lifeline from the state-owned Industrial Development Corporation. The struggling steelmaker had earlier announced it would shut down the division by April after failing to secure government concessions on electricity costs, freight rail tariffs, and import… Read More »South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown The post South African Steel Giant Gets State Boost to Avert April Shutdown first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Transport Minister asked to waive toll fees at Oribi Toll Plaza

Residents have had to use the N2 and pay toll fees to travel to town, which is R40 for cars.

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3 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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3 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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4 d. ago Ratepayers oppose eThekwini’s proposed R2.8 million rebranding plan

The proposal has been met with opposition, particularly from organisations representing residents.

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4 d. ago Manchester City Boss Guardiola Laments ‘Poor’ Season Performance

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has said his own efforts this season have been “really poor” as his side struggle to recapture their title-winning form. Reigning champions City, who have won six Premier League crowns under Guardiola since the Spaniard joined in 2016, are fifth in the table 22 points adrift of leaders Liverpool. “My… Read More »Manchester City Boss Guardiola Laments ‘Poor’ Season Performance The post Manchester City Boss Guardiola Laments ‘Poor’ Season Performance first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago KZN govt finds land to build houses for flood displaced families

Permanent houses for the flood victims will be built on seven parcels of land in KZN.

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4 d. ago Hammanskraal residents say have no hope of getting clean water

Hammanskraal residents have endured nearly 20 years without clean drinkable water.

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5 d. ago Joburg Mayor confirms no increase in prepaid electricity charges

Mayor Morero confirmed no increase in the R200 prepaid electricity charge for Joburg residents.

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7 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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7 d. ago Ethiopia’s Abiy Calls for New Tigray Leader Amid Party Power Struggle

Abiy Ahmed, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, has called on Tigrayans to publicly nominate a new regional leader in a bid to ease tensions and prevent renewed conflict. This follows deepening divisions within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), which recently saw armed supporters of party leader Debretsion Gebremichael seize key towns in the region, forcing interim… Read More »Ethiopia’s Abiy Calls for New Tigray Leader Amid Party Power Struggle The post Ethiopia’s Abiy Calls for New Tigray Leader Amid Party Power Struggle first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Investigator reveals struggles to locate Kwinana for questioning

Kwinana's legal representatives were not pleased with the way the State is handling the matter

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7 d. ago Stockpoort, Groblers Bridge ports reopened after heavy rains

The BMA earlier this month suspended all operations at the two ports due to severe flooding.

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8 d. ago Musk, Trump, and the “White Genocide” Claims: The “Kill the Boer” Song Explained

Elon Musk has reignited controversy over South Africa’s struggle song Dubul’ ibhunu, which translates to “Kill the Boer”, accusing the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) of promoting white genocide. The song has a storied background, emerging in 1980s South Africa as a call to resistance against apartheid rule. When sung, it is usually accompanied by toyi-toying,… Read More »Musk, Trump, and the “White Genocide” Claims: The “Kill the Boer” Song Explained The post Musk, Trump, and the “White Genocide” Claims: The “Kill the Boer” Song Explained first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago State capture opened door to corruption in every sector: Schreiber

Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber says South Africa is still struggling with corruption.

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1 week ago EFF Revives Controversial Struggle Song, Sparking Fresh Clash with AfriForum

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) are once again in hot water with lobby group AfriForum after leader Julius Malema belted out the contentious struggle song Dubula ibhunu at a rally in Sharpeville on Friday. The chant, which roughly translates to “Shoot the boer”, has long been a flashpoint in South Africa’s political landscape. AfriForum CEO… Read More »EFF Revives Controversial Struggle Song, Sparking Fresh Clash with AfriForum The post EFF Revives Controversial Struggle Song, Sparking Fresh Clash with AfriForum first appeared on iAfrica.

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