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A Deeply Divided Israel Greets New Coalition Government
The “change government” of Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid promises little real change—other than an end to Netanyahu. ...
Miss South Africa Hopeful's Inspiring Story: I Was Abandoned in a Box
A 22-year-old contestant for the title of Miss South Africa, who was abandoned as a baby, is encouraging those down on their luck in a spirited message of hope. ...
UN Security Council calls for free, fair elections in Mali
A large majority of the 15-nation UN Security Council called Monday for free and fair elections to go ahead in coup-hit Mali without the participation of its current leaders. ...
The Mediterranean Should Be On Joe Biden’s Mind When He Meets Putin
Despite its consistent rhetoric toward Moscow, the administration has not yet demonstrated its strategic understanding that ceding too much operating space to Russia will hurt U.S. efforts to confront China. As President Joe Biden is set to meet with Russian
Black Hymns: The Legacy Left by the Enslaved Honored on Juneteenth and Every Day
The Bennehan Home at Stagville, built circa 1787. Image from the Stagville State Historic Site. DURHAM, N.C. — (Source: www.abc7news.com) – If the trees surrounding the historic Stagville plantation in Durham, North Carolina, could talk,
Macron says Turkey's Erdogan wants foreign mercenaries out of�Libya
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said he had received assurances from Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan
‘A lot still needs to be done’ – Musa calls for ‘action’ after Kano Pillars ...
The Super Eagles captain has voiced his discontent following the event that overshadowed the Sai Masu Gida and Promise Keepers encounter on Sunday ...
Andre Ayew: Frank McAvennie not sure Celtic can afford Ghana star's salary
The Ghana international is a free agent and he is looking for a new club after the Swans opted not to renew his deal ...
Ronaldo will succeed at Manchester United or PSG – Adepoju on Juventus star
The LaLiga ambassador feels either a move to the Red Devils or the Parisians would be a fantastic move for the Portuguese superstar ...
Nato declares China a security risk for first time
Nato has described China as a security risk and moved to confront the Asian power’s military ambitions for the first time in a joint communique warning that it poses “systemic challenges”. The declaration came at a summit of the 30-strong transatlantic
Uzbek reporting team assaulted while reporting at Andijan mayor’s office
Stockholm, June 14, 2021 – Uzbek authorities should conduct an impartial and thorough investigation into the recent attack on three employees of the independent news website Effect.uz, and hold those responsible to account, the Committee to Protect Journalists
Cape Town teen, 14, manages to elude attempted kidnappers
A 14-year-old girl narrowly escaped after an attempted kidnapping in Brackenfell on Tuesday afternoon. ...
Eastern Cape woman gets 12 years for raping 13-year-old boy
A 29-year-old Eastern Cape woman has been sentenced to 12 years' imprisonment for raping a 13-year-old boy in June 2020 while his friend was also sleeping in the same bed. ...
Samwu warns of potential strike amid wage negotiations
Wage negotiations between unions and the South African Local Government Association started in March. ...
No foreigner is going to win eight PSL titles - Mamelodi Sundowns' Onyango
The custodian has insisted he will not give up until he wins 10 league titles in South Africa ...
Fosu-Mensah: Former Manchester United defender ‘following’ Ghana Black Stars
The 23-year-old opens up on his connection to the country of his parents ...
Yaya Toure: Former Barcelona and Manchester City star appointed FK Akhmat assistant coach
The African football great has been confirmed as assistant manager of the Russian Premier League side ...
Gang linked to Ndwedwe top cop’s murder killed in shootout with police; SAPS K9 killed
DURBAN: Three men, believed to have been involved in the murder of a KwaZulu-Natal SAPS station commander last month, have been killed. A police dog was also killed and two more police dogs remain in a serious condition, at a local veterinary clinic.
Abavuki celebrate 20th anniversary with first official performance of the year
Cape Town - Multi-instrumentalist, Afro-fusion group Abavuki began its 20-year-anniversary celebrations with its first official performance for the year. On Saturday, Gallery 44 & Theatre on Long Street was filled with supporters of the eight-member marimba
Aston Villa star Trezeguet: Al Ahly mentality shaped me for Europe
Aston Villa winger Mahmoud Trezeguet has described Al Ahly as his home after they equipped him with a winning and fighting mentality. From rising through their youth ranks to making his professional debut with the Red Devils, Trezeguet spent 14 years at the
‘Diamond rush’ grips South African village after discovery of unidentified stones
The discovery was a life changer, said one digger Mendo Sabelo as he held a handful of tiny stones. “This means our lives will change because no one had a proper job, I do odd jobs. When I returned home with them, (the family was) really
Uganda court grants bail to 18 supporters of opposition leader Wine
A Ugandan military court has released on bail 18 supporters of singer-turned-opposition leader Bobi Wine detained since the start of the year. ...
WATCH | Classes suspended at Witbank High following clashes between parents over racism allegations
Classes have been suspended at Witbank Technical High School in Mpumalanga for a week after clashes between parents over racism allegations broke out. ...
Eastern Cape man handed 25-year-jail sentence for raping, then trying to kill underage sister
An Eastern Cape man has been sentenced to 25-years-imprisonment for raping his sister and trying to kill her. ...
Africa to be a priority for G7's donated COVID-19 vaccine doses- WHO
Africa will get priority treatment for the Group of Seven's pledged 870 million doses of COVID-19
'No holy cow': All departments in ANC to be looked at when reducing staff
ANC treasurer general Paul Mashatile confirmed that the ANC is carrying out an audit of its employees with the aim of significantly cutting down on staffers as it struggles with the payment of salaries. ...
DA calls on Gauteng govt not to take over city ambulance services
The DA wants the Gauteng government to urgently make arrangements to ensure that all city ambulances are in operation as the province continues to dominate the daily COVID-19 infection numbers in the country. ...
'You have to bank on yourself' - Erasmus on recovering from difficult debut Mamelodi Sundowns season
The former Orlando Pirates player's maiden campaign in the colours of Masandawana was plagued by injuries which limited his game time ...
Afcon Qualifier: Sierra Leone vs Benin delayed amid Covid-19 controversy
The Group L fixture between the pair is yet to commence after the Leone Stars refused to accept their alleged positive cases ...
Hudson-Odoi: Ghana FA boss Okraku delivers update on Chelsea star chase
The football association president has spoken on the Black Stars' pursuit of the 20-year-old Premier League player ...
Appau the hero as Asante Kotoko down Inter Allies in Ghana Premier League
The Porcupine Warriors left Dawu with three points, going level with Hearts of Oak ...
Kaizer Chiefs' five best games last season
It has overall been a season of mixed fortunes and inconsistent form for the Soweto giants, which resulted in coach Gavin Hunt's sacking ...
Cobalt ‘bubble’ will burst, Ivanhoe executive in Congo says
“I’m not a fan of cobalt,” said Watum, who is also an executive at Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. and previously ran their Congo operations. “Cobalt is a bubble that is going
SA digital agency recognised with global awards nod for Nessie, the WhatsApp Mathbot
JOHANNESBURG: A South African digital agency has been recognised at New York’s Shorty Awards for its innovative WhatsApp Mathbot, winning two gongs in the process and a bronze award. The agency, Triple Eight, worked with Nestle to develop the world’s first
'Harbour Arch is a flagship investment in the City of Cape Town'
Cape Town - Covid-19 has caused project delays and contract cancellations in the construction and property development industry, resulting in widespread job losses and retrenchments, but some developments in Cape Town are bucking the trend. Premier Alan Winde
WATCH: KZN premier fears Ladysmith 'diamond rush' could be a super-spreader event
DURBAN - The KZN government has expressed concern, following viral videos and images, over people flocking to the KwaZulu-Natal town of Ladysmith in search of diamonds - while flouting Covid-19 safety protocols. KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala said it was
Turkish journalist Sinan Aygül sentenced to jail over sexual assault reporting
Istanbul, June 14, 2021 – Turkish authorities should not imprison journalist Sinan Aygül, and the country’s Constitutional Court should accept his case, the Committee to Protect Journalists said today. On April 29, the First Penal Chamber of the Van Regional
South Africa's President Ramaphosa urges G7 nations to plug Covid-19 funding gap
Johannesburg, South AfricaSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged the Group of Seven (G7) countries to help finance the World Health Organization's program to boost Covid-19 testing, diagnostics and vaccines, the presidency said on Sunday. Ramaphosa,
Nigeria's Twitter ban leaves businesses in the lurch
Lagos, NigeriaLagos-based entrepreneur Ogechi Egemonu was selling more than 500,000 naira ($1,219) worth of watches, shoes and handbags on Twitter per week. Now, with the site suspended by the Nigerian government, Egemonu does not know how she will cope.
India and Africa Must Strive Together for Decentralised Globalisation: Jaishankar
Jaishankar made the
Crucial Sierra Leone-Benin tie in another Covid-19 row
Reports reaching this medium have confirmed Sierra Leone officials are contesting the result of six players who allegedly tested positive for Covid 19 in Guinea. The news was received when the
Boeing 727 Set To Be Turned Into Luxury Hotel Experience
A 54 year old Boeing 727 has taken a five-day-long trip across the north of South Africa. Unlike its previous flying days, this was a slow, arduous trip by road, traveling 320 miles between Johannesburg and Hoedspruit. The 727 is destined to become a VIP hotel
UN rights office concerned about serious human rights violations by Tunisian police
The United Nations human rights office in Tunisia says it is concerned about the Tunisian police's "serious and repeated" acts of violation amid violent protests in the capital. In a statement on Monday, the UN human rights office said the "serious and
Egyptian court upholds death sentence for Brotherhood members
A court in Egypt has upheld the death sentence issued against a dozen defendants convicted in the case of a 2013 sit-in protest in Cairo that spiraled into deadly turmoil. A judicial official said the Court of Cassation on Monday upheld and confirmed the
Gqeberha 'cat burglar' plunges off apartment roof clutching stolen TV
A cat burglar, who scaled a double-storey building in Gqeberha, missed his step and fell off the roof of the building while trying to leave with a flat-screen television. ...
Kenya to reopen Mogadishu embassy 'as soon as possible'
Kenya said it will honour Somalia's invitation to restore diplomatic ties and reopen its embassy in Mogadishu. ...
WATCH | Trial for Zandile Gumede and others likely to only start in 2022
The trial date for embattled KwaZulu-Natal legislature MPL and former eThekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede is likely to only commence in 2022. ...
Free State ANC to discuss 'rumours' Ace Magashule is funding mobs to cause shutdowns in province
The newly established interim task team in the Free State has expressed concerns regarding rumours that suspended ANC Secretary-General, Ace Magashule, is behind the funding of numerous shutdowns taking place in municipalities in the Free State. ...
Laws guiding blood transfusion in Nigeria inadequate - Nigerian Medical Association
The Nigerian Medical Association on Monday, June 14 said laws guiding blood transfusion in Nigeria were inadequate with the attendant proliferation of quackery and other sharp practices in the sector. The association’s National President, Prof Innocent Ujah,
India and Africa must strive together for decentralised globalisation: S Jaishankar
Jaishankar made the comments during the
Egypt upholds death penalty for 12 Brotherhood members over Rabaa events
Egypt's court of appeal on Monday upheld the death penalty for 12 members of the Muslim Brotherhood convicted in the
Former Zambian president Kenneth Kaunda, 97, taken to hospital
Kaunda ruled Zambia from 1964, when the southern African nation won its independence from Britain, until 1991. ...
Economic recovery: SAA and power generation decisions show government is serious
Although further structural reforms needed. ...
Aspen to release fresh J&J vaccines within one week
To bolster the country's vaccination drive, it said on Monday. ...
PIC owns 30% of Harith, but ‘is not involved’ in 51% SAA acquisition
Spotlight on Harith General Partners, the main black empowerment component of the Takatso Consortium, which is set to take a majority stake in the national airline. ...
SA agriculture-business mood index jumps to a record
Supported by expectations of record crop yields and strong commodity prices. ...
Hunt failed because of his attitude toward Kaizer Chiefs players - Setlhodi
The legendary goalkeeper tactician alleged that the sacked manager did not get on well with his players during his time at the club ...
Afcon Qualifier: Sierra Leone v Benin delayed amid Covid controversy
The Group L fixture between the pair is yet to commence after the Leone Stars refused to accept alleged positive cases ...
Azam FC reveal why they signed Manyama from Ruvu Shooting
The Ice-cream Makers recently sealed a three-year deal with the Taifa Stars left-footed star as they beefed up their squad for the new season ...
When is the game between USA and Nigeria and how can I watch?
Goal brings you everything you need to know about the Super Falcons’ international friendly against the four-time world champions ...
World Blood Donor Day a chance to celebrate those who give blood - SANBS
SANBS said this year finds people recovering from a unique set of circumstances that brought the world to its knees. ...
3 suspects killed during shootout with cops in Bishopstowe
The police's Thembeka Mbele said the scene was still active on Monday afternoon and they were searching the scene for the remaining suspect. ...
'Schools are safe': Govt says no plans to close schools over COVID infections
The Department of Basic Educationsaid a decision to temporarily close schools will only be taken with guidance from the Health Department and Cabinet will have the last say. ...
Covid-19 weekly round-up: Gauteng driving uptick in Covid-19 cases
The Gauteng province has been driving the increasing number of Covid-19 cases during the start of the third wave in the country. The majority of new cases for the past few days have been from Gauteng with 63%, followed by the Western Cape with 11% and North
Saudi Arabia bans foreigners from this year’s Hajj pilgrimage due to Covid-19
Cape Town - Saudi Arabia has announced that it will only allow 60 000 residents and citizens from within the kingdom, to take part in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. The decision to limit the number of pilgrims was due to the Covid-19 pandemic, with several
Tunisia: Clashes in Tunis over police brutality
Photo credit: @YassineGaidi Youths clashed with officers again Saturday evening, hours after a demonstration in the Tunisian capital, Tunis, to protest police violence following the latest death of a man arrested by police. �� In the working class district of
Ganfeng Lithium to buy 50% of Mali mine for $130 million
Mali’s government can take 10% of the equity free of charge and pay in cash for up to 10% more, the company said. Ganfeng’s move mirrors Zijin Mining and Citic’s, which last week secured 100% of the copper production from Ivanhoe Mines’ recently-launched
Tanzania to add gold to reserves, resume $3 billion iron project
Establishing the refinery is part of the government’s plan to add value locally from its resources. Tanzania vies with Mali as Africa’s third-largest gold producer. It also has an
PICS | Cape Town man shot while walking home
An attempted murder case has been opened at the Strandfontein Police station after a male in his early 20s was shot and injured. ...
Eastern Cape attorney guilty of stealing close to R700k from client
The Mthatha Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Friday convicted Vuyani Gwebindlala, 52, on a charge of theft. ...
No money for electrification, municipal official tells shack dwellers
Residents from five informal settlements in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality are demanding electricity and other services. ...
Africa energy week 2021 takes place in Cape Town
The African Energy Chamber (EnergyChamber.org) is set to host the first-ever African Energy Week (AEW) in Cape Town on 9th – 12th November 2021; Replacing Africa Oil Week, the four-day interactive conference seeks to unite industry stakeholders, international
South Africa rejects 2m J&J vaccines due to FDA decision
Herald-Standard | 2021-06-14, 17:59
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been hit by further delays as it will have to discard at least 2 million Johnson & Johnson vaccines produced in the country. The vaccines were found by the U.S Food and Drug Administration to
South Africa to revise its stance on crypto amid surging retail interest
South Africa’s financial watchdogs are gearing up to introduce a crypto regulation framework in the country. A report unveiled this news on June 14, citing a position paper published by the South African Intergovernmental FinTech Working Group (IFWG) via
South Sudanese model Duckie Thot tired of being compared to Kendall Jenner
Australian-South Sudanese supermodel Duckie Thot says she has had enough of being compared to Kendall Jenner and she recently made her feelings known on social media. The 25-year-old said she is over being compared to the Kardashians’ step-sister after some
Children die after cassava consumption in Moxico province, Angola
Two brothers died after consuming manioc, allegedly poisoned, in a field in the 11 de Novembro neighbourhood, on the outskirts of the city of
Onana to Arsenal: Could Ajax star be the right man for the Gunners?
The Cameroon goalkeeper’s reduced ban means the London giants could be well placed to seal a deal for the Ajax man this summer ...
Kaizer Chiefs have every chance against Wydad Casablanca - Fredericks
Amakhosi are the only PSL team yet to complete their season, as they resume action on the continent this week ...
Zwane, Sheppard head Kaizer Chiefs' bench vs Wydad Casablanca as Baxter awaits work permit
Amakhosi’s winning technical team combination in their final two PSL games will lead the team in Morocco ...
Kenya to reopen embassy in Mogadishu
Kenya on Monday accepted Somalia’s request to reopen its diplomatic mission in the capital Mogadishu after the restoration of ties. The move
SAMRC concerned about impact of alcohol use on COVID cases in Gauteng
The province has the highest cases of COVID-19 as the country is in the grips of a third wave. ...
Zambia’s Kenneth Kaunda, 97, hospitalized amid virus surge
LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — Zambia’s first president Kenneth Kaunda, 97, has been admitted to hospital, his office announced Monday, as the southern African country battles a surge in COVID-19 cases. Kaunda asked for “all Zambians and the international
Two soldiers killed in the northern part of Mali
Two Malian soldiers were killed Saturday, June 12 night in the north of the country in an attack blamed on jihadists and eight peacekeepers were wounded Sunday, June 13 in a mine explosion in the centre. "Two of our men were killed by terrorists Saturday night
How Nigeria govt in 1984 abducted an ex-minister in London and stuffed him inside a container
Umaru Dikko was Minister of Transport in Shehu Shagari's civilian government from 1979 to the end of 1983 until the country's army ousted it and installed Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari as president of Nigeria. The new military government imprisoned a number of
Wetin we know about di 'diamond rush' for South African village near Ladysmith
Local media dey report say, large crowds of pipo don gada for one South African village for KwaZulu-Natal province wia tori dey fly upandan say dem discover diamonds. Videos wey dem post on social media show as pipo dey dig di ground in search
KZN diamond rush: experts head to Ladysmith to inspect site
DURBAN - Experts are expected to head to the KwaZulu-Natal town of Ladysmith, where crowds of people have gathered to search for diamonds. KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala said the Department of Minerals and Energy has promised to dispatch teams to the site. “These
Tembisa 10: Father Teboho Tsotetsi urges public to halt donations until Gosiame Sithole, decuplets return home
Pretoria - Teboho Tsotetsi, the decuplets father whose wife Gosiame Sithole has failed to disclose her whereabouts and the condition of their babies, has called on members of the public to stop donating money into both their bank accounts until she returns
Patekile, Community Policing Forum clash over board’s function, communication
Cape Town - The Western Cape Community Policing Forum (CPF) Board is up in arms over the decision by police management to convert CPF cluster boards to district boards. Provincial CPF board chairperson Fransina Lukas said that in order for CPFs to be aligned
Indian man with 39 wives, 89 kids, 36 grandkids dies aged 76
An Indian man has died at the age of 76, news that would ordinarily be regarded as ordinary except for his wives and children. Zionnghaka Chana, who lived in the remote northeastern state of
Euro 2020: Schick score wonder goal for Czech to send dem top of group D ahead of England
Czech Republic flog Scotland 2-0 for dia opening group match for Euro 2020 to send dem top of group D ahead of England. Na Patrik Schick score di two goals
No instruction from Stellenbosch University management prohibiting Afrikaans, independent probe finds
An independent forensic report by Deloitte has cleared Stellenbosch University management of instructing the prohibition of the use of Afrikaans. ...
Child abuse accused escorted to court-ordered psychiatric evaluation after resisting
A Western Cape woman accused of abusing children in her care has resisted attending a psychiatric evaluation voluntarily. ...
Algeria: Now that the fake elections are over, time to pick a rubber-stamping Prime Minister
And now what? By Arezki Daoud: President Tebboune has had his election and it turned out to be a disaster. The man was warned by his own political police not to run at this stage, as the people were not ready. They begged him to postpone it, or else the
How Nigeria's Prez abducted an ex-minister in London and stuffed him inside a container
Umaru Dikko was Minister of Transport in Shehu Shagari's civilian government from 1979 to the end of 1983 until the country's army ousted it and installed Maj. Gen. Muhammadu Buhari as president. The new military government imprisoned a number of government
South African regulators check national policy about crypto
TL;DR Breakdown • Retailers’ interest in virtual currencies has led South African regulators to a new national policy on cryptocurrencies. • The country’s financial regulators are working on regulations in phases. South African regulators are
Cloudy Deliveries is here for your convenience
Cloudy Deliveries in Langa is looking to upgrade from bicycles to scooters and vans, as this would enable them to serve nearby townships including Khayelitsha, Gugulethu and Imizamo Yethu. ...
Emfuleni Municipality insists water supply challenges have been fixed
The Vaal Dam supplies water to Vanderbijlpark, Bophelong, Tshepiso and Boipatong. Residents have taken to social media to express dissatisfaction and dismay with not having had water for the past week. ...
Survey: Almost 30% of SA students went a day without eating during hard lockdown
A total of 41% of all students surveyed between the ages of 18 and 35 years old were not able to buy food during hard lockdown last year. ...
