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South Africa foiled Ghana’s bid at the AU to put xenophobic attacks in South Africa on the October mid‑year agenda, pushing instead for a continent‑wide migration summit.

Telkom has cut City of Johannesburg landlines over unpaid municipal bills, crippling municipal call centres and forcing officials onto personal phones, raising urgent concerns about emergency and public services.

Amnesty: India sent 2,596 arms shipments to Israel during genocide in Gaza Submitted by Azad Essa on Wed, 07/29/2026 - 15:05 Amnesty said its 'conservative' methodology meant it was likely underestimating the true extent of India's contribution to Israel Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, attend a press conference in Jerusalem, on 26 February 2026 (Gil Cohen-Magen/AFP) Off Indian state-owned and private companies shipped at least 2,596 consignments comprising hundreds of thousands of arms, ammunition and military components to Israel during the genocide in Gaza, a new Amnesty International report has revealed.  The shipments, sent between 7 October 2023 and 30 November 2025, included machine-gun components, 155 mm high-explosive artillery shells supplied to Elbit Systems, explosive warheads for the SkyStriker "kamikaze" drones - similar to those discovered amid the ruins in Khan Younis - and armoured vehicle components destined for major suppliers to the Israeli military. According to Amnesty, these amounted to 564,970 parts of explosive ordnance (drone warheads, artillery shell casings and others); 390,516 small arms parts for military-grade weapons; and 298 components of military vehicles to large Israeli companies that supplied the Israeli armed forces. As of 29 July 2026, at least 247,387 Palestinians have been either killed or injured since Israel launched its military campaign in Gaza, following the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel on 7 October 2023.

Professor Oghenetega Ighedo has become the first Black woman to earn a doctorate in Pure Mathematics from University of South Africa, marking a historic milestone in the institution's 148-year history. The post Meet Oghenetega Ighedo, first black woman to earn pure mathematics PhD at UNISA appeared first on Vanguard News .

Fifa boss Gianni Infantino is a man of many ideas. His latest and most controversial yet is the proposal to invite external investors to claim a stake in the global soccer federation, with a company linked to US President Donald Trump leading the process.

In a narrow 14 to 13 vote, Parliament’s impeachment committee on Wednesday decided to appeal against the interdict that effectively stopped public impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa in connection with the Phala Phala theft of forex stashed in sofa cushions. It’s a preview of what lies ahead – if public proceedings should ever happen.

In South Africa there are deep-rooted connections between fatherlessness and our electoral behaviour. Like a child waiting at the gate for an absent father, we vote out of loyalty to leaders who never arrive, as we confuse historical gratitude with accountability.

https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-07-29-miss-universe-uganda-finalist-honours-slain-friend-karabo-mokoena/

Moving, tragic, surprising, inspiring, terrifying, shocking... This is a selection of images from our planet, over the past seven days.

Abia State has condemned the torture and killing of Mr Ibe by South African police, demanding justice, while there are renewed concerns over the safety of Nigerians in South Africa amid rising anti-migrant violence. The post Abia demands probe over police killing of Nigerian in South Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

After decades of building lives in South Africa, hundreds of African migrants were forced to leave by renewed anti-immigrant tensions. A Ugandan who spent two decades in South Africa shared with DW how she's coping.

Omoyele Sowore defends South African singer Tyla against calls to boycott her Lagos concert, arguing artists aren't accountable for political failures or xenophobia.

His new campaign to attract tourists to South Africa has sparked debate online, as renewed concerns over xenophobia continue to shape perceptions of the country. The post Trevor Noah’s South Africa campaign draws xenophobia backlash appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

More than half of South African workers are turning to sports betting and online gambling to plug budget shortfalls and to pay off existing debt, a survey showed.

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The 2025 Standard Bank Young Artist Award winner for music will be performing at Spier on 31 July and 1 August as part of Brett Bailey’s The Routes of Sound, a curated circuit of otherworldly sonic performance.

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Virginia is on track to become the sixth and final early-voting state in the 2028 Democratic presidential nominating calendar under a proposal unveiled last week, a move that could bring presidential candidates, campaign spending and national attention to the commonwealth in the weeks before Super Tuesday. The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws Committee recommended […]

“I thanked him for making the resources available. I also told him that two of the evacuation batches were funded by private individuals,” he said. The post FG pursues compensation over South Africa attacks appeared first on Vanguard News .

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has condemned the alleged killing of a Nigerian national by members of the South African Police Service, describing the incident as disturbing and calling for urgent action to end attacks on Nigerians in the country. In a statement shared on his Facebook page, Fani-Kayode said he watched what he […] The post Fani-Kayode condemns alleged killing of Nigerian by South African Police, demands justice appeared first on Vanguard News .

The son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was arrested after a shooting at Bieniemy's home in Virginia, authorities told USA Today Sports.

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https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2026-07-29-defence-shreds-police-captain-over-conflicting-arrest-claims-in-matlala-case/

Lieutenant General Lawrence Mbatha, the chief of the South African Army, held talks with ​Russian counterparts on Tuesday during a visit ‌to Moscow which his hosts said resulted in an agreement to beef up ties between the two nations’ ​land forces. Mbatha, on his second official visit ​to Russia, was part of a military ⁠delegation… Source

Every year, South Africans pull eight billion single-use plastic carrier bags from supermarket counters – more than 100 per person. With less than 1% of these bags recycled, the rest spill over into landfills and waterways, choke our marine life and degrade into toxic microplastics.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana released July’s municipal equitable share payments despite non-compliance, citing service delivery concerns. However, he warned that December payments would be withheld if municipal financial management did not improve, maintaining pressure on local governments to meet Treasury demands.

Nearly two months after Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality promised urgent action to restore vandalised beachfront infrastructure, much of its flagship tourism precinct remains poorly lit, while critics argue the ward’s R1.945-million maintenance and upgrade budget is nowhere near enough to reverse years of neglect.

India’s Gen Z protests have shattered the aura of invincibility surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi. South Africa’s anger has yet to find somewhere as useful to be channelled.

The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, told reporters after briefing President Bola Tinubu on talks with South African Foreign Minister Roland Lamola. The post Nigeria demands justice, compensation after ‘Afrophobic’ attacks in South Africa appeared first on Vanguard News .

The coach who has the most athletes registered in the sum of the four bodybuilding championships organized by SC Fitness in 2026 – Horsepower Show, Eduardo Corrêa Classic, Sardinha Classic and Sul Brasileiro – will win a trip for a safari in South Africa. The prize will also be valid for the professional who wins the most titles in these four tournaments. Read more (07/28/2026 - 5:13 PM)

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https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/07/28/nigeria-confronts-south-africa-over-killings-of-98-citizens-demands-end-to-xenophobic-attacks/

https://www.ewn.co.za/2026/07/28/johnson-tells-madlanga-commission-she-doesn-t-know-why-she-authorised-a-probe-into-the-saps-pktt

https://www.ghanamma.com/2026/07/28/ghana-leads-regional-push-for-justice-demands-legal-compensation-from-south-africa-over-xenophobic-violence/

[Premium Times] Mr Aina stated that the government is also implementing digital financial systems to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of funds allocated to PHC facilities.

Six Bangladeshis have been killed in a devastating fire at a supermarket in a labor area of Queenstown in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

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The Premier Padel P1 main draw has begun in Pretoria, marking a historic moment as South Africa hosts an official padel tour for the first time. While local teams faced strong international competition, their participation signifies a major step forward for the rapidly growing sport in the country.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The High Court has lifted the ban on shisha, ruling that continued enforcement of the prohibition is unlawful and unconstitutional after the government failed to regularise the underlying regulations.

Family-owned food companies are stocking up on U.S. snack companies, which are warming to the idea of private backers - many of them overseas - that can help them weather the storm in the supermarket aisles.

<p>Pull up your electric bill. Somewhere in that number, you are paying for a building you will never enter.</p><p>Data centers are going up everywhere. They need enormous amounts of electricity.

Nigerians are divided over calls to boycott South African singer Tyla’s Lagos concert, linking it to alleged xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerians-divided-over-calls-to-boycott-south-africa-tylas-lagos-concert/

[Vanguard] President Bola Tinubu has declined to receive a special envoy dispatched by South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, Vanguard can authoritatively report.

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After a freight train derailed in Richmond earlier this month, questions have emerged about what caused the crash and whether the extreme heat played a role. Excluding the July train accident in Richmond, Virginia has recorded four derailments, all at speeds under 9 mph, since January, Federal Railroad Administration data shows. The incidents reflect the […]

In the midst of the brazen, extra-judicial killings of Nigerians in South Africa, along with other Africans, on the grounds that these are illegal immigrants, the South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has now sent South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, and a team, as envoys to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. They […] The post Xenophobia, Tinubu and Ramaphosa, By Reuben Abati appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

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Tanzania opened their TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 Group B campaign with a famous 2-1 victory over South Africa in a tightly contested Monday evening encounter played at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca. This was the second consecutive edition that the two sides meet in the same group and the […]

https://www.timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-07-28-sa-and-nigeria-step-back-from-the-brink-in-talks-after-migrant-protests/

As debates around urban belonging continue, a Johannesburg arts project, Hey Hillbrow! Let's Dlala!, responds with song, costume, and collective imagination. On 8 August, over 350 children will fill Hillbrow's streets dressed as birds for its seventh edition, connecting the 1956 Women's March to contemporary ideas of freedom and movement.

Des diplomates nigérians et sud-africains se sont réunis le 27 juillet 2026 à Abuja pour aborder la question des violences xénophobes visant les migrants en Afrique du Sud, un dossier source de tensions, la partie nigériane dénonçant la « complicité » de Pretoria dans les manifestations contre les sans-papiers. La semaine précédente, un ressortissant nigérian a été tué au Cap, au cours d’une opération de police dans des « circonstances douteuses », selon le consulat nigérian à Johannesburg.

Travellers from 12 African nations were required to obtain visas before entering South Africa, as they were excluded from visa-free access agreements.

The two results transformed the complexion of one of the competition's most competitive groups, leaving Tanzania and Côte d'Ivoire level on three points after the opening round of matches while South Africa and Burkina Faso were left searching for a response.

Varun Beverages shares fell 5% after the Pepsi bottler reported a 76-basis-point contraction in Q2 CY2026 EBITDA margin to 27.7%, weighed down by the consolidation of South Africa's Twizza business. Despite the margin pressure, revenue from operations rose 20.4% year-on-year to Rs 8,451.23 crore, driven by strong volume growth across domestic and international markets.

[The Conversation Africa] Raising adolescents can be difficult under the best of circumstances. On top of that, some families are also dealing with poverty, unemployment, conflict, displacement, illness and climate shocks. In these conditions, caregivers may receive very little support themselves.

A bad smell in your car can be a major turn-off for potential buyers and make your daily commute unpleasant. This guide identifies 10 common car odors, explains what they signify, and provides practical steps to eliminate them, from cigarette smoke to burning oil and exhaust fumes.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed as "fake news" reports claiming he had been stripped of key government responsibilities.

[allAfrica] Rio de Janeiro, Brazil -- For sixteen years, a group of South African adolescents has been part of one of the world's longest-running HIV studies.

The newly established Strategic Presidential Team of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has cautioned its MP, Mzwanele Manyi, against engaging with the media without prior authorisation. Manyi, also the spokesperson for the Jacob Zuma Foundation, is reminded of the party's strict communication protocols.

https://www.businessday.co.za/opinion/editorials/2026-07-28-editorial-home-affairs-digital-drive-deserves-to-be-a-state-blueprint/

Nostalgic foods like toad-in-the-hole also in demand at Waitrose as people pivot towards familiarity amid climatic and political upheaval Forget a crisp salad and glass of chilled rosé. Enervated Britons are seemingly more likely to crave a rich cottage pie and a robust red in heatwaves. In a trend termed “reverse comfort eating”, Waitrose’s cottage pie sales have soared 110% in the last month and South African red wine is up 68% compared with the same period last year.

Revealed to the world by the phenomenal hit "Water," South African singer Tyla has become in just a few years one of the essential new figures of international pop, endorsed by the entire industry. With her second album, A-Pop, the young superstar intends to continue to make Africa shine on the world stage through pop infused with amapiano and R&B. An ambition befitting her rise, which this overly cautious record struggles to realize.

Srinagar, Jul 27: From checking weather forecasts to being obsessed with real time cricket scores, the online search habits of people in J&K over the past year offers a sneak-peek into their priorities, interests, and daily lives. Google Trends data for J&K shows that weather emerged as the most searched query over the past 12 months. This underscores the undeniable dependence on forecasts amid erratic weather, snowfall, rainfall, and highway closures.  Plus the recurrent flood concerns have people glued to their phones for updates on rainfall.

KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is believed to have gone public after his allies in Crime Intelligence were criminally charged. Those charges have now been dropped.

Ukrainians have protested against Russia’s ‘militarising and indoctrinating’ South Africa’s youth after a social media post showed pictures of a schoolboy in Russian uniform that had been taken in a museum in the Russian city of Chelyabinsk.

Swimming South Africa’s high-performance model is increasingly relying on athlete contributions, leaving some athletes facing costs of up to R120,000 to represent the country.

According to the police, the suspects fled the scene and have not yet been arrested. The post Gunmen kill five people in South Africa appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

In this bulletin: 1. COMMONWEALTH GAMES — Sports ministers renew Commonwealth cooperation through sport2. COMMONWEALTH GAMES — Sāmoa and Nauru win medals at Glasgow Commonwealth Games3.

ABUJA, July 27 (Reuters) - Nigeria urged South Africa on Monday to do more to prevent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African migrants, saying repeated violence was straining ties and raising questions about whether the government was complicit.

As financial scandals unfold, the question looms larger: Who can we trust with our financial futures amid a growing tide of betrayal and political manipulation?

Implats halts its Rustenburg operations after two miners die in accidents, raising critical questions about the reliability of high-tech safety systems in the mining industry.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has snubbed South African envoys amid ongoing xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, directing them to a junior minister instead

The Federal Government has urged South Africa to take urgent and concrete measures to end recurring Afrophobic attacks against The post Nigeria demands action over 98 citizens killed in South Africa since 2022 appeared first on Tribune Online .

President Bola Tinubu on Monday declined to receive a delegation from Cyril Ramaphosa, South African President, over the ongoing xenophobic read more Tinubu declines meeting with South African envoy over xenophobic attacks on Nigerians

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A multibillion-dollar cross-border payments platform serving southern Africa plans to expand beyond the South African rand and Angolan kwanza, widening the range of currencies it supports to lower transaction costs and boost trade.

Huawei South Africa's Kui Zheng predicts AI could contribute up to R1.4 trillion to the country's economy and create 400,000 jobs by 2030. Discussions at South Africa Connect 2026 highlighted challenges and the crucial role of digital infrastructure and partnerships in driving AI adoption.

<p>Former <a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears" target="_blank" >Bears</a> assistant coach <a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/bears/2025/09/06/bears-vikings-dandre-swift-running-back-4-yards-need-run-eric-bieniemy-ben-johnson-kyle-monangai" >Eric Bieniemy</a>’s wife was shot at their home in Virginia on Sunday, <a class="Link" href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49462234/sources-wife-chiefs-eric-bieniemy-shot-couple-home" target="_blank" >ESPN reported</a>, and has been hospitalized with “serious injuries.” She was in stable condition Monday morning.</p><p>Bieniemy, who was the Bears’ running backs coach last season, was with the Chiefs for training camp in Missouri. His wife Mia, 57, was at the couple’s home in Ashburn, Va.</p><p>Police were alerted to a shooting at the Bieniemy home near the Commanders’ practice facility, where Bieniemy was offensive coordinator under coach Ron Rivera in 2023.</p><p>The Chiefs said in a statement they were aware of “the incident involving Eric Bieniemy’s family,” but nothing else.</p><p>Bieniemy, 56, has long been regarded as one of the best assistant coaches in the NFL. He was the Chiefs’ running backs coach from 2013 through ’17 before taking over as offensive coordinator from 2018 through ’22, during the emergence of quarterback Patrick Mahomes and two of the franchise’s Super Bowl wins.</p><p>After spending 2023 with the commanders and 2024 as UCLA’s offensive coordinator, he joined Bears coach Ben Johnson’s staff and was instrumental in the team finishing third in the league in rushing last season.

Mozambique signed, on 16 July, in Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, the Agreement on the Establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), becoming one of the 29 founding member states of the new international organisation dedicated to promoting global cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI). Among the signatories are South Africa, Algeria, Brazil, Belarus,… Source

An X user has taken to her official account to express pain after seeing the brother of the late South African footballer Jayden Adams at his funeral.

Mbenenge has been on special leave since 2023. The Judicial Service Commission recently found him guilty of gross misconduct over sexual harassment.

All Black coach Dave Rennie recalled veteran flank Ethan Blackadder and named three uncapped players in a 44-man touring squad for next month’s fixtures in South Africa. Captain Ardie Savea will miss the opening two matches.

Nigeria, once regarded as Africa’s cryptocurrency leader, is facing growing pressure from rival markets as Kenya, South Africa and Ghana read more Kenya, South Africa, Ghana pull ahead as Nigeria risks losing crypto leadership

Four Pakistani nationals were shot dead in an ambush in Kempton Park, South Africa, while they were stopped at a traffic light. The police are investigating the incident as a murder case, and the motive remains unknown.

MBABANE – South African hitmaker Makhadzi has called Eswatini her new ‘bucket list’ destination after headlining the Embiveni Biggest Braai for the first time, but her claim to have single-handedly pulled over 20 000 people has sparked debate among locals online. In a Facebook post on Sunday, the Limpopo star reflected on her performance, saying […] The post Biggest Braai 20k turnout: Makhadzi takes the bow, locals credit the braai brand appeared first on Times of Eswatini .

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African economies face significantly higher commercial borrowing rates compared to developed nations, hindering growth and investment. However, a new approach is emerging from within Africa, with leaders and institutions actively creating conditions for growth rather than waiting for external adjustments.

MBABANE- Eswatini’s Kwakhe Thwala drew over a million SABC 1 viewers facing Kaizer Chiefs. When Eswatini talent Kwakhe Thwala stepped onto the pitch for Zimbabwe’s Scottland FC against South African giants Kaizer Chiefs, he was instantly propelled into a mammoth television phenomenon that smashed the one million viewership mark on SABC 1. The staggering viewing […] The post Kwakhe Thwala hits a million viewers on SABC 1 appeared first on Times of Eswatini .

Mozambique’s Ministry of Labour, Gender and Social Action has launched a campaign to locate beneficiaries of South Africa’s Mineworkers’ Provident Fund (MWPF). The initiative will run from 27 July to 14 August across the provinces of Maputo, Gaza and Inhambane. According to a ministry statement, the exercise aims to trace 2,271 beneficiaries in the three… Source

https://www.ewn.co.za/2026/07/27/we-are-going-to-be-in-their-offices-govt-warns-employers-in-nationwide-labour-crackdown

Nigerian banks dominate Africa by customer numbers, with Access Bank leading at 60 million users, but they still trail South African rivals in total assets.

A bad smell in your car can be a major red flag for potential buyers and make your daily commute unpleasant. This guide walks you through the 10 most common bad car smells, explains what they mean, and provides solutions to get rid of them, from simple cleaning to professional repairs.

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Four Pakistani nationals, including two brothers and two of their workers, were shot dead in an alleged targeted attack in … Read More The post 4 Pakistani Businessmen Reportedly Killed in Alleged Targeted Attack in South Africa appeared first on ProPakistani .

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[SAnews.gov.za] Government has called on South Africans to unite behind the national women's football team, Banyana Banyana, as they continue their campaign in the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

[Premium Times] This part of the PREMIUM TIMES series on the yet-untold stories about the now moot coup plot against the President Tinubu-led government captures the paradox of motivation and doubts that characterised the alleged conspiracy, through the lens of an officer.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) trapped in a severe liquidity crunch are turning to structured trade finance to survive, as unpaid government pending bills climb past record highs.

[Nile Post] At least four people, mainly children, have reportedly died in different parts of Adjumani District following suspected dog bites, raising concerns over a prolonged shortage of anti-rabies vaccines at government health facilities.

Digital protection is crucial for South African businesses. Learn how to implement cybersecurity best practices to defend against escalating cyber threats like phishing and ransomware, ensuring stability and POPIA compliance for your small or medium enterprise.

The erotic is not a luxury: it is the pulse of being fully alive, in music, in skin, in sunlight, in love. Your body is not a vessel to be endured but a site of possibility and joy. It has been waiting for you.

https://www.timeslive.co.za/politics/2026-07-27-divided-tshwane-leadership-scrambles-to-defend-mettler-suspension-as-court-battle-unfolds/

The wind that blows through Algoa Bay has always carried the smell of salt and diesel. Increasingly, it carries something else: the uneasy feeling that history is repeating itself, and that Gqeberha may be about to suffer its third deadly blow.

As venture capital pivots away from software, investments are surging into defence and robotics, highlighting a new era where physical innovation takes precedence over digital applications.

In a challenging retail landscape, Mr Price and Pepkor reveal contrasting strategies, highlighting their unique approaches to growth and market dynamics.

https://www.businessday.co.za/politics/2026-07-26-political-week-ahead-andrea-johnson-returns-to-testify-after-asking-to-step-down-as-idac-head/

[allAfrica] When Eric was diagnosed with HIV at 26, a doctor told him to plan for his funeral and give up on the idea of children.

A recent conference in Cape Town revealed the tension between the threat of water bankruptcy and communities who are fighting to access water.

Ghana is set to evacuate 1,000 more citizens from South Africa amidst ongoing xenophobic attacks. This marks the final phase of Ghana’s efforts to bring it Read More: https://punchng.com/xenophobia-ghana-to-evacuate-1000-more-citizens-from-south-africa/

https://www.news24.com/southafrica/crime-and-courts/alleged-extortion-mastermind-arrested-for-murder-of-da-ward-candidate-20260726-0599

https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tv/jasmin-bhasin-recalls-frightening-health-scare-in-dubai-aly-goni-101785053345036.html

Headline inflation accelerated in both Namibia and South Africa in June, and in both cases the story is the same: transport did the heavy lifting. Namibia inflation rose to 4.4% year on year (y/y), up from 4.1% in May, while South African inflation climbed to 5.0% from 4.5%. Beneath these headline moves, transport was the […] The post Namibia in Numbers: Inflation Drivers June 2026 appeared first on The Namibian .

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https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/2026-07-25-david-beats-goliath-as-family-dealership-floors-wesbank-in-high-court-showdown/

The Southern African Development Community’s governments, with South Africa being the most powerful, have been watching Zimbabwe’s slide into a constitutionally entrenched dictatorship in silence. This has consequences, not just for the country whose democracy is being killed, but for its neighbours as well.

Durante um passeio na Jamaica, Virginia filmou o momento em que o namorado, Vini Jr., caiu com o carrinho de golfe em um buraco

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The lead single “I Know Who I Be,” featuring South African producers Jazzwrld and GL Ceejay, is already out and gives the first real taste of where the album is headed. The post Davido announces August 11 for ‘Oriade’ album premier in London appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

A federal judge in Virginia ruled that it was illegal for Democratic former President Joe Biden's administration to require doctors and pharmacies to be specially certified to prescribe the abortion drug mifepristone.

A forest fire broke out in South Africa on July 18, 2026, and continued until July 24, 2026.

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"By now I expect the Nigeria government to cut diplomatic ties with South Africa and to suspend the South Africa ambassador to Nigeria,” one of the commenters said. The post Nigerians decry alleged killing of another compatriot by South African police, demand action from Tinubu govt appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Uzbekistan held talks with South Africa and Ethiopia on simplifying visa procedures, including prospects for visa-free travel and expanding bilateral cooperation.

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas spoke at the 50th Labor conference in Adelaide about his state's political contest with One Nation and defended the Aukus submarine deal, despite concerns over U.S. Virginia-class submarine production rates.

China launched the World Organization for Artificial Intelligence Cooperation last week, with 29 founding countries including Brazil, Russia, South Africa, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The organization, headquartered in Shanghai, aims to coordinate global AI governance efforts, potentially challenging existing Western-led technology standards.

Ghanaian nationals have requested an ICC investigation into months of xenophobic violence targeting migrants in South Africa, escalating international concern over systematic attacks on foreign nationals.

One of the recurring claims in anti-migrant politics is that foreigners take jobs, lower wages, and contribute little to their host society. These claims are, quite simply, contrary to the evidence. Overall, migration is good for growth, and good for job creation.

Long-time Springbok technical team member and assistant coach Mzwandile Stick speaks about his coaching journey, what he has learned from Rassie Erasmus, and pays tribute to the people who shaped him into who he is.

South Africa's opposition reacted angrily on Friday after a court suspended impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the Phala Phala cash scandal.

In the turbulent landscape of British politics, Keir Starmer’s fall was painful to watch. As Labour faces an uncertain future, will Andy Burnham’s ambitious promises be enough to restore stability before the 2029 general election?

[FrontPageAfrica] Government prosecutors have asked Criminal Court "A" for another week to produce the autopsy and toxicology reports central to the manslaughter and negligent homicide case against economist and political commentator Samuel P. Jackson. Nearly five months after his wife, South African national Toni Khumalo Jackson, died, and more than three months after Jackson was charged, the cause of death still hasn't been made public -- and her remains are still in a funeral home freezer, waiting on the paperwork

President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured an ‘interdict of limited duration’ to stall Section 89 impeachment proceedings against him.

The chicken was seasoned and clung to the middle of the rotisserie rod in a way that looked a bit too desperate, as if it knew it might fall off.

Civil rights complaints allege that Greystar, a national apartment management company, violated fair housing laws by rejecting prospective tenants who use housing vouchers, with over 100 instances identified in Virginia, Maryland, and other states.

The Consulate of Mozambique in Mbombela has confirmed the deaths of four (4) Mozambican citizens in a severe road traffic accident that occurred this Thursday, July 23. The crash took place in the locality of Ngodwana, in the South African province of Mpumalanga, along the N4 highway. According to police authorities cited by the diplomatic… Source

Faithful to a fault. That idiom could have been coined specifically for Disney’s live-action Moana. The remake isn’t bad, just bland and unnecessary.

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The High Court has found former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, his former personal assistant Michael Oyamo and former Migori County Clerk Caspal Obiero guilty of the 2018 murder of university student Sharon Otieno.

Behind Kruger National Park’s stark elephant mortality figures lies a complex reality of thriving populations, natural life cycles, and the difficult balance between conservation and human safety.

The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria heard that after a defence contractor’s suspended R104m SANDF contract was replaced with another worth R79m, former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula allegedly began requesting hundreds of thousands of rands and later proposed using coded language when discussing money.

As residents across Nelson Mandela Bay voice their growing frustration over the recurring water outages, prompting the DA to submit their crisis plan to officials, detailing the challenges and possible solutions.

As cash reserves dwindle to less than 49 days, Nelson Mandela Bay introduced strict financial measures while grappling with the impact of withheld equitable share payments from the National Treasury and other serious financial issues.

The South African Constitution champions a government based on the will of the people, expressed through citizen participation in elections. However, recent protests against illegal immigration and the government's response reveal a dysfunctional democracy, sparking a fundamental debate about the universal application of law and the role of active citizenry.

Jaecoo's new J5 BEV is poised to disrupt the South African electric vehicle market, offering a compelling middle ground between basic city hatchbacks and expensive mid-size crossovers. Priced at R549,900, this family-friendly SUV boasts practical features and a unique 'party trick' designed for the local outdoor lifestyle.

While fewer children attending low-income schools in Gauteng are suffering from the long-term effects of chronic malnutrition, many more are going hungry in the short term as rising food prices and economic hardship squeeze already struggling households, new research has revealed. Researchers from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) found that the proportion of underweight children aged five to 10 attending low-resource schools doubled from 6% to 12% between 2020 and 2022, even as rates of stunting declined.

Scientists are warning South Africa to prepare for an unusually early and strengthening El Niño that is likely to bring hotter-than-normal conditions and raise the risk of a drier summer, with climate models indicating it could become one of the strongest events on record.

Four months behind schedule, President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled the National Water Action Plan. Managed by a new high-level committee modelled on the team that tackled load shedding, the strategy targets infrastructure failures, corruption and municipal revenue diversion to stabilise South Africa’s collapsing water supply.

Cleared of all allegations, Advocate Andrew Chauke emerges as a potential successor to Andy Mothibi as head of the National Prosecuting Authority, raising questions about NPA dynamics.

Anti-corruption directorate boss Andrea Johnson was initially adamant about why she pursued certain Crime Intelligence officers, which ultimately led to their arrests. But she’s changed her tune somewhat, edging closer to KwaZulu-Natal police boss Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s stance that duplicitous individuals reside in South Africa’s key law-enforcement agencies, including in her office.

Germany’s Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Johann Wadephul met with South Africa's foreign minister, Ronald Lamola with talks that would focus on growing the economy and accelerating the Just Energy Transition and addressed pressing global challenges

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is visiting Africa to enhance cooperation in energy, infrastructure, and economic development. During his trip, he also expressed criticism regarding the United States' approach to South Africa.

With the South African Football Association (SAFA) presidential elections a month away, campaigners for businessman and football boss Sandile Zungu assert his leadership will transform the country's football economy and revitalise neglected lower-tier leagues. Zungu is challenging current president Danny Jordaan's 13-year reign.

For decades, Black South Africans and African foreign nationals have built communities together, a historical reality that challenges narratives of inherent xenophobia. However, a widening gap between public experience and discourse, coupled with declining confidence in the state's immigration management, has created fertile ground for frustration and vigilantism, bringing the migration crisis to the forefront of national and regional debate.

The Botmaskop dispute in Stellenbosch reveals a significant gap between what authorities intend, what they write, and what the public can reasonably understand. This article explores how linguistic complexities in land-use governance hinder meaningful public participation, leading to democratic erosion and unsuitable development in areas like the Boland.

Nkosi Ndebele says his career, along with that of compatriot Dricus du Plessis, is an example of what is possible in mixed martial arts. The Diepsloot-raised fighter is set to debut on the Professional Fighters League’s main roster on 25 July.

As a former intelligence official within the South African Presidency, the veteran Loyiso Jafta was Thabo Mbeki’s wingman, his ear to the ground, his eyes in the room and the keeper of knowledge.

[SAnews.gov.za] Spaza shop owners looking to grow their businesses can apply for support through the Spaza Shop Support Fund.

Angolan comedian Gilmário Vemba has once again seen a visa application refused by Mozambique, just as occurred a year ago, for a show scheduled for this Sunday, which has now been rescheduled to South Africa, a production source stated today. “I confirm that there was a refusal of cultural activity visas for Gilmário’s entire team,”… Source

The Public Protector has released her preliminary findings into the food safety failures that left at least 23 children dead from suspected food poisoning in 2024. But the report doesn’t go far enough in examining the full supply chain that stocked those Gauteng spaza shops.

Cognitive research is showing that device screens are affecting reading ability among pupils, and teachers overseas are concerned about it. However, South Africa continues to push for the use of electronic devices in classrooms.

Virginia households have paid $573 more for gas since the U.S.–Iran war began in late February, placing them among the citizens who have experienced the highest fuel costs jump in the nation. The war involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran has disrupted energy markets and oil shipments.

Several news outlets in Virginia are reporting on various local matters. These include a legal battle concerning power lines heading to the Virginia Supreme Court, an approaching deadline for early voting in the upcoming primary election, a study ranking Virginia's school system as the sixth-best in the U.S., and new legislation allowing adoptees to access birth records without a court order.

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If you ask anyone, “who is the greatest African of all time?”, the name of Nelson Mandela of South Africa will likely pop up. I took this question to three Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms: ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. They all chorused “Dr Nelson Mandela.” While Gemini and Claude held Kwame Nkrumah in second place with Mansa […] The post Nelson Mandela and ANC’s many failures, by Ochereome Nnanna appeared first on Vanguard News .

South Africa’s local government revenue crisis is no longer a slow burn — it is a structural collapse. Despite years of ‘return to basics’ rhetoric, revenue continues to dip across all municipalities. This is the second in a series of four articles on the state of South Africa’s municipalities and how they can be fixed.

As South Africa prepares for another round of local government elections, we must confront a difficult question: can communities truly give free, prior and informed consent when political decision-makers are financially or politically connected to the industries seeking approval?

The trial of 62 accused for the July 2021 unrest, including police officer Menzi Blose, reveals troubling insights into the coordination behind the violence that shook South Africa.

July 21 (Reuters) - The PGA Tour and Europe-based DP World Tour announced on Tuesday a multi-year partnership with the Asian Tour that had previously served as a key feeder to LIV Golf.

Two Republican state lawmakers have asked Governor Abigail Spanberger to convene a special legislative session to extend the review period for the potential merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy.

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[Scrolla] SANTACO and the Gauteng National Taxi Alliance have given Premier Panyaza Lesufi seven days to resolve their dispute with transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela. The industry says the MEC bypassed its elected leadership by meeting directly with individual taxi associations, breaking long-standing protocol.

Deputy Water and Sanitation Minister Jack Bloom states that community clean-up campaigns only address the symptoms of South Africa's river pollution. He emphasizes that lasting change requires the government to repair failing sewage works and crack down on polluters, as highlighted during the launch of the 2026 Clear Rivers Campaign along the heavily polluted Apies River.

South Africa has a new Copyright Amendment Bill that has yet to be signed into law. However, among the groups that need reform of the copyright law are musicians, who need protection from exploitation by collecting societies.

Afriski says about 70 per cent of visitors come from neighbouring South Africa while the rest are mostly from across the region.

[Premium Times] The controversy comes two years after nationality questions forced Chidimma Adetshina to withdraw from the Miss South Africa pageant.

Public-private partnerships across South Africa are beginning to show clear business value, with shortened delivery timelines, reduced congestion and improved asset utilisation.

In spite of the South African Football Association insisting that all is well within the Banyana Banyana team, well-placed sources maintain that this is not the case – which is worrying in the run-up to the team’s major African assignment in just a few days.

Novo Nordisk ​will launch a more affordable authorised copy of its Ozempic diabetes drug in ‌South Africa later this month, partnering with healthcare company Acino to expand patient access. The medicine, which uses the same semaglutide active ingredient as Ozempic, will launch on July 27 and is registered by the South African ​Health Products Regulatory… Source

The controversy comes two years after nationality questions forced Chidimma Adetshina to withdraw from the Miss South Africa pageant. The post Miss World South Africa winner faces identity questions as Chidimma saga resurfaces appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .

Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and a Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department inspector, known as Witness K, are due to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court for a bail hearing on 22 July. The pair were arrested by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate on 17 July in connection with an alleged bogus police raid in Killarney, Johannesburg, during which sugilite stones valued at R14.9 million were allegedly stolen.

President Bola Tinubu has described the xenophobic attacks against other Africans Nationals in South Africa as “not acceptable” while addressing the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in Lungi, Sierra Leone. Tinubu thereafter asked the regional body to take the issue from the regional bloc to the continental […] The post XENOPHOBIA: South Africa’s behaviour unacceptable, Tinubu tells ECOWAS appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Virginia's rapid energy demand growth, driven largely by new data centers, is overwhelming grid capacity, with Dominion Energy reporting a 70-gigawatt backlog of projects awaiting connection. The utility's inability to rapidly expand power generation is creating delays that threaten the state's position as a tech hub.

European champions Spain have emerged winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 after extra-time in the final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday night. Spain have now won two World Cup titles after winning the 2010 edition histed by South Africa, and will be the co-host of the […] The post Spain beat Argentina to emerge 2026 World Cup winners appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Kabelo Kgobisa-Ngcaba responds to queries regarding her Rica advocacy, asserting the critical nature of the issue while defending her past work.

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Xenophobic violence in South Africa has intensified into organized hunts targeting foreign nationals, with marches turning violent and resulting in intimidation and arbitrary arrests. Tens of thousands of foreign nationals, primarily from Malawi, have fled the country while authorities set up a large refugee camp in the north to coordinate emergency repatriations.

Alex Casey returns to Peter Jackson’s genre-bending Lyttelton-shot ghostfest on its 30th anniversary. Here’s a fun fact about The Frighteners: according to his 2020 autobiography, Michael J Fox became so miserable and homesick while shooting the film down here in Aotearoa that his agent from the United States would periodically post him VHS tapes of Friends and Seinfeld to lift his spirits. “You have rugby this and rugby that,” the Back to the Future star grizzled to The Dominion in 1995.

Erasmus has become the longest-serving head coach, and the numbers show why he will go down in history as one of the greatest.

[263Chat] The Government is establishing treatment and drug rehabilitation centres across the country as part of efforts to address drug and substance abuse.

[Leadership] A resourceful business development company, B.O.S.S Resources and Consults, has challenged youths to develop sustainable skills, display creativity and job employability, so as to compete favourably with global best practice.