13 h. ago Amazon takes on Starlink with first Kuiper internet satellites

Like Starlink, Amazon has positioned Kuiper as a boon to rural areas where connectivity is sparse

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23 h. ago Carney’s Liberals win Canada election, will form minority govt: CTV

The Liberals were leading or elected in 161 districts, followed by the Conservatives with 150.

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35 h. ago Niemann wins LIV Mexico, Novak and Griffin win Zurich Classic

Niemann claims LIV title and US Open spot; Novak, Griffin celebrate first PGA Tour win.

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59 h. ago Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition

Communities in Phola and Carolina, Mpumalanga, are grappling with the severe consequences of coal mining pollution, particularly in the Highveld region, long plagued by environmental degradation and health issues. At the launch of a new report titled Systems Change for a Just Transition on 15 April, Ronesa Mtshweni from Amandla Community Development in Carolina highlighted… Read More »Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition The post Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition first appeared on iAfrica.

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59 h. ago Hojlund Late Goal Salvages Draw For Man United At Bournemouth

Rasmus Hojlund scored an equaliser deep into stoppage time as Manchester United salvaged a 1-1 away draw in the Premier League at Bournemouth, who played the last half hour with 10 men after a controversial sending off. Antoine Semenyo had put the hosts ahead in the 23rd and United were staring at a 16th defeat… Read More »Hojlund Late Goal Salvages Draw For Man United At Bournemouth The post Hojlund Late Goal Salvages Draw For Man United At Bournemouth first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Two men arrested for brutal murder of Mahikeng woman Motlalepule Kau

Police arrest two men after body of missing woman, Motlalepule Kau, found in shallow grave.

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3 d. ago Ipswich Relegated From Premier League After Loss At Newcastle

Ipswich Town were relegated from the Premier League on Saturday following a 3-0 defeat at Newcastle United, with the visitors reduced to 10 men after Ben Johnson was sent off for picking up two yellow cards in the first half. Kieran McKenna’s Ipswich have 21 points, 15 behind West Ham United with four games left,… Read More »Ipswich Relegated From Premier League After Loss At Newcastle The post Ipswich Relegated From Premier League After Loss At Newcastle first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Palmer’s Dip In Form A ‘Mental Thing’, Says Chelsea Boss Maresca

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer’s 16-game goal drought is due to a mental issue rather than a tactical or technical one, manager Enzo Maresca has said. The 22-year-old England international had a remarkable debut campaign last season at Chelsea, scoring 27 goals and registering 15 assists in 48 matches. This time around, however, Palmer has found… Read More »Palmer’s Dip In Form A ‘Mental Thing’, Says Chelsea Boss Maresca The post Palmer’s Dip In Form A ‘Mental Thing’, Says Chelsea Boss Maresca first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago On Cusp Of League Title, Liverpool Boss Not Getting Ahead Of Himself

Liverpool only need a point at home against struggling Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday to seal a 20th English top-flight title but manager Arne Slot cautioned that there would be no early celebrations from his players until the fulltime whistle. Following second-placed Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace in midweek, Liverpool can win the Premier League… Read More »On Cusp Of League Title, Liverpool Boss Not Getting Ahead Of Himself The post On Cusp Of League Title, Liverpool Boss Not Getting Ahead Of Himself first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Eskom briefs Parliament Committee on winter generation capacity

CEO Dan Marokane says their focus is on ensuring the availability of additional power in winter.

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4 d. ago Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has introduced urgent legislation in Parliament to scrap the impending value-added tax (VAT) increase, set to take effect in just six days. However, the move has sparked legal uncertainty over whether it will be sufficient to halt the hike in time. In an unprecedented step, Godongwana has also withdrawn the two… Read More »Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain The post Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 d. ago McKenzie says SA’s living legends should benefit from their work

"We cannot simply take from our elders while giving nothing back," Minister McKenzie states.

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4 d. ago Mangaung prison warders accused of inmate murder granted bail

Three of the four men, with the exception of Boitumelo Mooi stated they intended to plead not guilty

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6 d. ago State witness to take the stand as Joshlin Smith trial continues

Jacquen Appollis, Steveno Van Rhynand and Kelly Smith stand accused of kidnapping Joshlin Smith.

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7 d. ago Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability

S’thembiso Mdlalose, the man who previously confessed to starting the devastating fire at the Usindiso building in Johannesburg’s CBD, is now contesting that confession, claiming it was not made voluntarily. The 31-year-old appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Tuesday, where his legal team announced a challenge to the confession’s admissibility. The fire, which… Read More »Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability The post Joburg Fire Accused Retracts Confession, Cites Duress and Mental Instability first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Officer Explains Why Charges Were Dropped Against Former Accused in Joshlin Smith Case

The lead investigator in the Joshlin Smith case has testified about why charges were withdrawn against a former accused, Phumza Sigaqa. Captain Wesley Lombard from the police’s anti-kidnapping unit continued giving evidence on Tuesday, detailing the steps taken during the investigation into the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith. Joshlin’s mother, Kelly Smith, along with Jacquen… Read More »Officer Explains Why Charges Were Dropped Against Former Accused in Joshlin Smith Case The post Officer Explains Why Charges Were Dropped Against Former Accused in Joshlin Smith Case first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Expert Flags Political Undercurrents in Mashatile Shooting, Cites ANC Tensions and Delayed Disclosure

Criminal justice expert Professor Jéan Steyn has raised concerns about the timing and secrecy surrounding the reported shooting of Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s convoy, suggesting it may reflect deeper political tensions within the ANC. Steyn noted that the incident occurred shortly after the ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting—timing he described as potentially significant. “The… Read More »Expert Flags Political Undercurrents in Mashatile Shooting, Cites ANC Tensions and Delayed Disclosure The post Expert Flags Political Undercurrents in Mashatile Shooting, Cites ANC Tensions and Delayed Disclosure first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago EFF Slams VAT Increase as ‘Unconstitutional’, Joins Legal Bid to Halt Implementation

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has labelled Parliament’s process to adopt the new fiscal framework and value-added tax (VAT) hike as “farcical” and unconstitutional. The party made its case in the Western Cape High Court on Tuesday, intervening in the Democratic Alliance (DA)’s urgent application seeking to halt the VAT increase, scheduled to take effect… Read More »EFF Slams VAT Increase as ‘Unconstitutional’, Joins Legal Bid to Halt Implementation The post EFF Slams VAT Increase as ‘Unconstitutional’, Joins Legal Bid to Halt Implementation first appeared on iAfrica.

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8 d. ago Garrick Higgo claims 2nd PGA Tour title in Dominican Republic

Higgo finished on 274, 14-under-par, one stroke ahead of second placed player.

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1 week ago Madrid Heroics Boost Arsenal’s Appeal In Transfer Window – Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said his side’s big win over Real Madrid, which sent them through to their first Champions League semi-final since 2009, can boost the club’s appeal to top targets in the close season transfer window. Arsenal beat Real Madrid in both quarter-final legs to advance 5-1 on aggregate, setting up a semi-final… Read More »Madrid Heroics Boost Arsenal’s Appeal In Transfer Window – Arteta The post Madrid Heroics Boost Arsenal’s Appeal In Transfer Window – Arteta first appeared on iAfrica.

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