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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
Du Plessis to sleep better after Bengaluru end losing streak: The playoffs remain a distant dream for struggling Royal Challengers Bengaluru but captain Faf du ...
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Ramaphosa tells ANC it needs 14 million votes to win elections outright, as party marshalls ministers to tout successes
mg.co.za/politics/2024-04-21-ramaphosa-tells-anc-it-needs-14-million-votes-to-win-elections-outright-as-party-marshalls-ministers-to-tout-successes/
Quick Glance: Ramaphosa Urges ANC to Secure 14 Million Votes for Clear Victory
- The ANC has mobilized all its ministers to 'aggressively communicate its success stories' in the critical campaigning weeks ahead of the May 29th national elections.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa stated in a leaked recording of the national executive committee meeting last week that the party would need 14 million votes for a clear victory, compared to the previous 10 million.
- ANC head of elections Mdumiseni Ntuli delivered a report on the party's campaign battle plan to remain in government, emphasizing the need to strengthen the base and win back disgruntled voters.
- Ramaphosa expressed concern during the meeting that some NEC members had not met their commitments towards campaigning for an outright majority and emphasized consequences for those who fail to meet campaign work targets.
Cape Town Spurs veteran Michael Morton has weighed in on why there are so few white players in South African football.#football Full story in the comments
Elite Olympian Chad le Clos has ‘unfinished business’ heading into the Olympic Games
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-19-elite-olympian-chad-le-clos-has-unfinished-business-heading-into-the-olympic-games/
VAR coming to PSL: Proposal will be submitted to Safa CEO, who will forward it to the football governing body for deliberation
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/sport/2024-04-21-var-coming-to-psl/
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Five star Gerda Steyn blitzes Two Oceans record to win ultra-marathon: It was Gerda Steyn’s fifth successive Two Oceans Marathon win, becoming the first athlete ...
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Safa, Danny Jordaan maintain innocence amid Hawks probe: South African Football Association (Safa) president Danny Jordaan recently spoke out for the first time ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-18-safa-danny-jordaan-maintain-innocence-amid-hawks-probe/
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Sierra Leone’s capital has been plunged into darkness for weeks, severely disrupted daily life.
Most of Freetown’s power comes from a Turkish ship ... Show more
Africa Live: Burkina Faso expels French diplomats - BBC News
Africa Live: Burkina Faso expels French diplomats - BBC News
Quick Glance: Africa Focus: Burkina Faso Expels French Diplomats - BBC News
- Zambia requires $940 million in aid due to ongoing drought.
- Kelvin Kiptum, the marathon world record holder, to be honored at London Marathon.
- Cape Town airport named Africa's best airport in customer survey.
- Chibok abductee and her three children rescued after 10 years.
Sundowns coach Mokwena says Ronwen Williams is redefining the culture of goalkeeping
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-25-sundowns-coach-mokwena-says-ronwen-williams-is-redefining-the-culture-of-goalkeeping/
Wrestling royalty in Africa: How Saraya and her family are cracking the continent
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Relentless Sundowns two wins away from seventh successive PSL title: The irresistible Mamelodi Sundowns juggernaut edged closer to the record extending seventh ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-23-relentless-sundowns-two-wins-away-from-seventh-successive-psl-title/
Mabasa’s strike against Usuthu sees Bucs in 2nd spot: There was no revenge for AmaZulu, and instead the Durban club would have had further grumbles with match ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/sport/2024-04-21-mabasas-strike-against-usuthu-sees-bucs-in-2nd-spot/
Paid articlePaid ‘We're here to finish the job,’ say Esperance stars of Sundowns clash: Esperance star midfielders Oussema Bouguerra and André Bukia have collectively ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-25-were-here-to-finish-the-job-say-esperance-stars-of-sundowns-clash/
Will Africa ever host the Olympic Games as Egypt prepares 2036 bid?: The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris are 100 days away, but Africa has never hosted the world's ...
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Bok star Cheslin Kolbe continues to embrace responsibility — on and off the field
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-21-cheslin-kolbe-continues-to-embrace-responsibility-on-and-off-field/
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Quick Glance: South African Butts Rated Biggest in the World
- South Africa tops the list of the biggest butts in the world in the latest research.
- South Africa's successful athletes have won the Rugby World Cup and a mixed martial arts trophy in recent years.
- The size of the buttocks fluctuates with fashion trends, but genetics play the most significant role.
- South Africa's butts have long been a symbol of posteriors. Researchers at Gitnux evaluated the top 15 countries with the biggest buttocks, with South Africa leading the list.
Fans of the Mighty Amakhosi, Kaizer Chiefs, have blasted the team after they suffered yet another loss to Premier Soccer League newbies Richards Bay FC on ... Show more
Two-time Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was on Tuesday named in TIME Magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people of 2024 ... Show more
AFC calls for gov’t nominees on PPC to step down over Tepui decision: -wants restructuring of NPTAB The Alliance For Change (AFC) on Friday called for the ...
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Niyo: Detroit shows up and shows out for NFL Draft: You looked good, Detroit. You sounded great. And if all this felt different, well, that’s sort of the idea ...
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AmaZulu coach Franco accuses Pirates of unsportsmanlike behaviour: AmaZulu coach Pablo Franco Martin felt hard done by the officiating of their 1-0 DStv ...
sowetanlive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-21-amazulu-coach-franco-accuses-bucs-of-no-fair-play-and-celebrating-like-winning-a-world-cup/
'It's sad and painful': Mdu Shabalala vows to lift Chiefs out of quagmire
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-25-its-sad-and-painful-mdu-shabalala-vows-to-lift-chiefs-out-of-quagmire/
The giant-killers from Cape Town’s northern suburbs: Three weeks into the schoolboy rugby season, Milnerton High School have already beaten powerhouses ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-25-the-giant-killers-from-cape-towns-northern-suburbs/
MARC STRYDOM | Sundowns’ fatigue a concern against Esperance, and PSL scheduling not helping
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-17-marc-strydom-sundowns-fatigue-a-concern-against-esperance-and-psl-scheduling-not-helping/
PSG challenges South Africans to help solve SA’s economic growth woe: PSG Financial Services has launched the inaugural PSG #ThinkBigSA Competition in ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-10-psg-challenges-south-africans-to-help-solve-sas-economic-growth-woe/
Hardest Geezer Russ Cook completes London Marathon after Africa run: Russell Cook, nicknamed “Hardest Geezer”, has completed the London Marathon.
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Tête à tête - 'One of the biggest problems in South Africa is corruption', CAF president Motsepe says
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Springbok rugby has regained its identity: The quality of established Bok and South African players returning to South Africa is changing.
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/sport/2024-04-21-springbok-rugby-has-regained-its-identity/
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"And in many places, Museveni was a hero, the embodiment of what a future glorious Africa could look like. A Ugandan passport was a wonderful thing to ... Show more
These are the times and seasons of Bobi Wine | Monitor
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Akani Simbine keeps his 100m crown as he reclaims old Mr Cool image: Akani Simbine raised his arm in victory as he won his sixth national 100m crown at the South ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/2024-04-19-akani-simbine-keeps-his-100m-crown-as-he-reclaims-old-mr-cool-image/
POLL | Do SA referees deserve recent criticism from football coaches?: Referees in South Africa have been in the spotlight recently, lambasted for some decisions ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-17-poll--do-sa-referees-deserve-recent-criticism-from-football-coaches/
Williams penalty shoot-out hero again as Sundowns progress to Nedbank Cup semis: Ronwen Williams was the shoot-out hero again for Mamelodi Sundowns as he saved ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-12-williams-penalty-shoot-out-hero-again-as-sundowns-progress-to-nedbank-cup-semis/
‘This time I will speak because it is bad’: Sundowns coach Mokwena on refs: Match officiating in the DStv Premiership came under further scrutiny on Monday night ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-16-this-time-i-will-speak-because-it-is-bad-sundowns-coach-mokwena-on-refs/
Sundowns brace for Esperance fans ranked in ‘top five on the continent’: Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena says he has an idea of the level of noise and ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-20-sundowns-brace-for-esperance-fans-ranked-in-top-five-on-the-continent/
Olympic Games failure a crossroads for Banyana coach Desiree Ellis: The South African Football Association is fully behind Desiree Ellis, despite Banyana ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-17-olympic-games-failure-a-crossroads-for-banyana-coach-desiree-ellis/
South Africans have guns pointed at their heads while politicians are given more VIP bodyguards
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-12-south-africans-have-guns-pointed-at-their-heads-while-politicians-are-given-more-vip-bodyguards/
More officiating drama as Sundowns beat Spurs to stay on course for title: There was drama as runaway DStv Premiership leaders Mamelodi Sundowns stretched their ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-09-more-officiating-drama-as-sundowns-beat-spurs-to-stay-on-course-for-title/
Eight venues in South Africa have been confirmed for the 2027 Cricket World Cup, according to Cricket South Africa chief executive Pholetsi Moseki ... Show more
Game over for Jooste's polo-playing former girlfriend as Reserve Bank seizes cash and property
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/news/2024-04-23-game-over-for-joostes-polo-playing-former-girlfriend-as-reserve-bank-seizes-cash-and-property/
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Daniel Perez: Yad Binyamin's favorite son, killed on Oct. 7: For 163 days, Daniel Perez, missing since the beginning of the war, was thought to be alive ...
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Brazil great Romario to play for Rio de Janeiro team at 58: Retired Brazil striker Romario has registered as a player for America-RJ, the Rio de Janeiro state ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-18-brazil-great-romario-to-play-for-rio-de-janeiro-team-at-58/
The Big Easy is about to swing into KwaZulu-Natal: Golfing legend Ernie Els is preparing to bunker down on a new golf resort with his family
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/home-and-gardening/2024-04-14-the-big-easy-is-about-to-swing-into-kwazulu-natal/
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Indigenous artists scoop Venice Biennale’s Golden Lions: Archie Moore won best national pavilion for Australia, and a group of four Māori women awarded the Best ...
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Ramaphosa puts on his boxing gloves: Rumours of the ANC’s demise — like those about it’s leader — might be greatly exaggerated
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-04-18-ramaphosa-puts-on-his-boxing-gloves/
Lions have to be better, says scrum coach Redelinghuys: The Lions have a lot to improve on if they are to become more consistent came the sobering assessment of ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2024-04-23-lions-have-to-be-better-says-scrum-coach-redelinghuys/
AQuellé Tour in Durban this Sunday: These roads will be affected: At least 3,000 participants are expected in this year's race. Race director, Alec Lenferna ...
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Sundowns star Morena expects fireworks in packed stadium in Tunis: Mamelodi Sundowns utility player Thapelo Morena is expecting a hostile atmosphere at Stade ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-18-sundowns-star-morena-expects-fireworks-in-packed-stadium-in-tunis/
Much rides on Munster match for Lions: The Lions' fight for a maiden place in the knockout rounds of the United Rugby Championship will face a stern test ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2024-04-25-much-rides-on-munster-match-for-lions/
Safa president Danny Jordaan vows to take Hawks to the cleaners: South African Football Association (Safa) president Danny Jordaan came out of the ordinary ...
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/sport/2024-04-14-safa-president-danny-jordaan-vows-to-take-hawks-to-the-cleaners/
Paid articlePaid ‘I am happy with the performances,’ says Safa referees boss Ebrahim: South African Football Association (Safa) head of referees Abdul Ebrahim has defended recent ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-16-i-am-happy-with-the-performances-says-safa-referees-boss-ebrahim/
Dobson and Stormers nervously look over shoulders as selection puzzle bites: A crippling injury list adds to their troubles, particularly at loosehead prop
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-04-23-dobson-and-stormers-nervously-look-over-shoulders-as-selection-puzzle-bites/
Paid articlePaid MARK KEOHANE | It’s going to be a brutal showdown and one the Bulls must win: The Sharks are away to Glasgow, the Stormers play the strongest of the Welsh teams ...
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Saints deliver derby-day delight after Kata sees red for Leicester Tigers: Saints stepped on the gas in the second half as they delivered a 40-17 derby-day win ...
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Quick Glance: Saints Triumph in Derby Delight Against Leicester Tigers
- Saints stepped on the gas in the second half to claim a 40-17 victory against Leicester Tigers at a sold-out cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday afternoon.
- After Solomone Kata's dismissal in the 61st minute, Saints pressed on in pursuit of tries, securing a crucial win. This victory was a significant boost for the black, green, and gold, breaking a streak of losses in recent league meetings with Leicester.
- Saints extended their lead as league leaders, setting their sights on a match against Harlequins. Despite early struggles, they managed to turn the game around, denting Leicester's playoff hopes in the process.
- The game was filled with excitement, starting with a man advantage post-Kata's red card and culminating in a 23-point win for the Saints, delighting their fans with an outstanding performance.
Waste pickers — ensuring dignity and a sustainable way of life for the unsung, unseen heroes of recycling
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-11-waste-pickers-ensuring-dignity-and-a-sustainable-way-of-life-for-the-unsung-unseen-heroes-of-recycling/
Lions hope depth will prove the difference in T20 semi against Titans: The kind of charity the Lions showed on Monday will be locked in the shipping container ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/cricket/2024-04-23-lions-hope-depth-will-prove-the-difference-in-t20-semi-against-titans/
Meet rugby-mad barber ‘Oom Bennie’: snipping players’ and fans’ hair for decades in Joburg
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/fashion-and-beauty/2024-04-21-meet-rugby-mad-barber-oom-bennie-snipping-players-and-fans-hair-for-decades-in-joburg/
Paid articlePaid POLL | Should coach Desiree Ellis’s job be under scrutiny after Banyana’s Olympic failure?
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-10-poll-should-coach-desiree-elliss-job-be-under-scrutiny-after-banyanas-olympic-failure/
Cricket SA seeks up to R400m to ready venues for 2027 World Cup: Biggest sporting event in country since successful 2010 Fifa soccer tournament.
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/sport/2024-04-14-cricket-sa-seeks-up-to-r400m-to-ready-venues-for-2027-world-cup/
Paid articlePaid Mkhambathi FC has warned fans that the South African Police Services (SAPS) and other security services will be present to prevent people from bringing weapons ... Show more
Cape Town trains 1,000 new metro police officers to help SAPS fight crime: The City of Cape Town is training 1,000 potential new metro police officers as part of ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-22-cape-town-trains-1000-new-metro-police-officers-to-help-saps-fight-crime/
Burna Boy, William Ruto land a spot on ‘TIME’ 2024 Most Influential People | Africanews
africanews.com/2024/04/18/burna-boy-william-ruto-land-a-spot-on-time-2024-most-influential-people/
ANC accelerates ‘battle plan’ in bid to secure majority despite looming MK party threat
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-16-anc-accelerates-battle-plan-in-bid-to-secure-majority-despite-looming-mk-party-threat/
LIAM DEL CARME | Could former teen prodigy Feinberg-Mngomezulu be the next Bok flyhalf?
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-04-18-liam-del-carme-could-former-teen-prodigy-feinberg-mngomezulu-be-the-next-bok-flyhalf/
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Tamburlini with 1st tournament win 👏🇨🇭
⛳ Chiara Tamburlini from St. Gallen celebrates her first victory on the Ladies European Tour in her first season as a ... Show more
Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen included in TIME100 list: Time has once again named the 100 most influential people in the world and Max Verstappen is ...
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Quick Glance: Chinese Grand Prix: Drama for Verstappen's Victory March?
- The Chinese Grand Prix could bring drama to Formula 1, and Red Bull's Max Verstappen isn't a guaranteed winner.
- The track is unknown and coated with thin asphalt, causing uncertain driving conditions.
- McLaren's Lando Norris secured the pole for the sprint race after a rainy qualifying session that challenged drivers.
- Practices revealed unusual names at the top, hinting at an entertaining race ahead.
‘The differences were not with Jordaan’: Motlanthe on why he left Safa: He says there are no discussions about his return
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-04-18-the-differences-were-not-with-jordaan-motlanthe-on-why-he-left-safa/
Paid articlePaid The Basketball Africa League, a boon for talents and sports infrastructure | Africanews
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Two of the country’s main netball provinces, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, are locked in arbitration with Netball South Africa. Details in the #SundayTimesZA tomorrow.
These are the road closures for the Two Oceans Marathon in Cape Town: The Totalsport Two Oceans 21km marathon will be held on Saturday, and the ultra marathon on ...
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Mamelodi Sundowns are feeling the effects of competing on all fronts: Winning consistently is not easy, especially when there is a constant expectation to do so ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-24-mamelodi-sundowns-feel-effects-of-competing-on-all-fronts/
Sundowns sweat on fitness of Teboho Mokoena ahead of Esperance clash: Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena will be hoping influential midfielder Teboho Mokoena ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-04-17-sundowns-sweat-on-fitness-of-teboho-mokoena-ahead-of-esperance-clash/
Stormers have much to lose against Ospreys: The Stormers have more to lose than gain when they clash with the Ospreys on Saturday, says director of rugby John ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/rugby/2024-04-19-stormers-have-much-to-lose-against-ospreys/
Peter's precision propels Lions into T20 Challenge final: Nqaba Peter’s mix of ‘sliders’ and googlies propelled the DP World Lions into the final of the CSA ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/cricket/2024-04-24-peters-precision-propels-lions-into-t20-challenge-final/
Dubai Floods: Durban man on his way to watch FA Cup semi final in London, stranded in Dubai airport
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/dubai-floods-durban-man-on-his-way-to-watch-fa-cup-semi-final-in-london-stranded-in-dubai-airport-d74832be-8f00-4b25-829b-d2451b7ab76b
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