36 h. ago PP clears Ramaphosa in RDP house handover during ANC campaign

The Public Protector investigated a complaint against President Ramaphosa.

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41 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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44 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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45 h. ago One lane of the N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass reopened after truck crash

One person died in the crash at the foot of the Pass KZN.

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48 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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48 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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64 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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64 h. ago Officer in insurance murder case wants bail denied to accused

Mabunda says Florah Shokane has been interfering with witnesses since her arrest

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65 h. ago Kiir attempting to shore up his position amid discontent: Analysts

President Salva Kiir placed his longtime rival Machar under house arrest last week.

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67 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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3 d. 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 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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4 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 State witness denies assault of witnesses in Joshlin kidnapping case

Hanana was corroborating evidence given earlier by Investigating Officer, Captain Wesley Lombard.

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4 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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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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5 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 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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