‘For the people, by the people’ — fact-checking seven claims in Rise Mzansi’s election manifesto
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‘For the people, by the people’: Fact-checking 7 claims in Rise Mzansi’s election manifesto
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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.
Kenya ranked fourth wealthiest country in Africa: Kenya has been ranked among the big five wealthy markets in Africa having millionaires and billionaires
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Quick Glance: Kenya Among Top 5 Wealthiest Countries in Africa
- Kenya is recognized as one of the prosperous markets in Africa with a significant number of millionaires and billionaires.
- As per the 2024 Africa Wealth Report released by an international wealth advisory firm, Kenya holds the fourth position in terms of wealth ownership.
- Following South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria ranking at positions one to three, Kenya comes.
- The data in the report indicates that Kenya has a substantial population of affluent individuals, totaling 7,200 millionaires.
South Africa election: Mbeki promises to rid ANC of 'rotten apples': South Africa's former president hits out at corruption within the governing party.
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Quick Glance: Support for South Africa's ANC around 40% before elections
- An Ipsos poll revealed that support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has dropped to just over 40%, weeks before an election that could bring about significant political change.
- While the ANC is still expected to secure the most votes on May 29, falling below 50% would require seeking coalition partners to govern, marking the first such alliance since Nelson Mandela led the party to power 30 years ago.
- The survey was based on face-to-face interviews with 2,545 registered voters across all nine provinces in March and April, boasting a margin of error of 1.9% at a 95% confidence level.
- The poll also highlighted rising voter discontent due to issues like unemployment, corruption, crime, and poor services, with the ANC considering potential coalition partners such as the economically liberal DA and the far-left Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
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- 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.
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The young South Africans rethinking Nelson Mandela’s legacy: Some of those born after the end of apartheid are taking inspiration from the radical politics of ...
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Quick Glance: Young South Africans Reconsidering Nelson Mandela's Heritage
- Kenneth Khoza is canvassing near Vilakazi Street for the uMkhonto we Sizwe party, named after the former armed wing of the African National Congress.
- Some young South Africans are questioning Mandela's legacy due to the deep disillusionment in the country marked by unemployment, crime, and racial inequality.
- There is a growing critique of the ruling ANC party, as some believe Mandela and the leadership of the liberation era should have taken more radical measures to correct the injustices of the apartheid era.
- While the ANC is expected to emerge as the largest party in the elections, polls suggest increasing dissatisfaction with its performance, potentially ushering in a new era of coalition politics.
South Africa will mark 30 years of freedom amid inequality, poverty and a tense election ahead
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Quick Glance: BHP Proposes Acquisition to Anglo American
- Anglo American receives BHP buyout proposal, reshaping the copper market.
- The proposal involves BHP acquiring Anglo shares, sparking industry transactions.
- Anglo reviews proposals after profit decline, plans demergers to reduce South Africa exposure.
- The potential deal could make BHP the world's largest copper producer with market impacts.
Repatriated South African apartheid-era artworks on display to celebrate 30 years of democracy
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Next Africa: Rwandan Meddling Fuels Decades-Old Congo Conflict: Welcome to Next Africa, a twice-weekly newsletter on where the continent stands now — and where ...
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South Africa election: Jacob Zuma and MK lead 3-0 in court battles: How the country's former president is thwarting attempts to bar him from contesting the polls ...
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Malema: South Africa will go on stage six load-shedding after elections: The Economic Freedom Fighters leader also said his deputy, Floyd Shivambu ...
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Quick Glance: Malema Warns of Escalating Power Outages and Praises Finance Minister Candidacy
- EFF leader Julius Malema defended his statement that the party would consider entering a coalition with the ANC if EFF deputy president Floyd Shivambu was appointed as finance minister.
- Malema warned that Eskom will move to stage six load-shedding after the elections and strongly criticized the current officials in charge.
- He emphasized that Shivambu is an expert on the country's economy, the continent, and the world at large, and has not stolen any money.
- Malema stated that the escalation of power outages after the elections is due to the incompetence of officials, not sabotage.
Old Mutual gets the green light to open OM Bank: Old Mutual has been given the initial approval to launch a bank in South Africa.
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South Africa faces upside risk to inflation, financial conditions, central bank governor says
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Quick Glance: Challenges for South Africa in Inflation and Financial Conditions, According to Central Bank Governor
- Lesetja Kganyago, the Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, warned of upside risks to the country's inflation outlook.
- Despite the chaotic impact of adverse El Nino weather in Africa, the latest data does not show indications of price hikes in food.
- The South African Reserve Bank noted that the inflation rate is expected to reach the target range of 4.5% only by the end of 2025.
- Kganyago highlighted potential risks from higher oil prices due to tensions in the Middle East and tight global financial conditions resulting from prolonged high interest rates at the U.S. Federal Reserve.
South Africa's Capitec Bank reports 16% rise in FY profit: South African lender Capitec Bank reported a 16% rise in full-year profit on Tuesday ...
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WATCH | Wheel damage during take-off forces FlySafair plane to make emergency landing in Johannesburg
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Jacob Zuma wins court battle to stand in South Africa's election: South Africa's ex-president wins an appeal against his earlier disqualification by the ...
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Quick Glance: The Unstoppable Impunities of Jacob Zuma
- Former President Jacob Zuma secures a significant victory for his MK party, confirming his candidacy.
- The MK party leverages court cases for nationwide publicity, establishing a strong presence in voters' minds.
- Zuma, amidst surviving various scandals, aims for a political comeback with support from the ANC government.
- The ANC's actions have facilitated Zuma's resurgence, inadvertently creating a formidable opposition in the process.
Slain Chiefs player Fleurs’ dad wants to see alleged hijackers ‘face to face’ in court on Friday
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Another honorary doctorate for Esther Mahlangu, for 'mathematical prowess'
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Three suspects linked to 30 murders shot dead in Booysens, Joburg: Three suspects were shot dead and three others were arrested after a shootout with a law ...
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Sandvik buys majority stake in China-based Suzhou Ahno: Sweden's Sandvik said on Tuesday it has agreed to buy a majority stake in China-based Suzhou Ahno ...
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Business Class from Copenhagen, Denmark to Johannesburg, South Africa for only €1440 roundtrip (lie-flat seats)
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Soaring vegetable prices push up the cost of a household food basket to over R5,300 for April
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‘We will work with the devils’, says Kenny Kunene on working with ANC and DA in a coalition after elections in 2024
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Number of African-born millionaires to skyrocket over next decade: report: Africa’s millionaire population is expected to rise by 65 percent within the next 10 ...
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IFP's Hlabisa: MK Party supported by disgruntled ANC members: The IFP is not concerned about the rise of Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party in KwaZulu Natal ...
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Quick Glance: IFP President Criticizes DA's Western Cape Policies, Pledges to Prioritize Equality and Development
- IFP President Velenkosi Hlabisa emphasized his party's dedication to addressing the increasing wealth gap in the province.
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Wife exposing R90,000 girlfriend allowance sentenced alongside husband and others in R200 million Sars fraud case
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Sibanye cuts more jobs after shutting loss-making Marikana shaft: South Africa's Sibanye Stillwater will close its 4 Belt shaft at Marikana and shed 855 jobs ...
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Defective arrest warrant keeps Joburg City manager Brink in the pink amid water disconnection saga
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Seche Opens South Africa’s First Landfill Water Treatment Plant: A unit of Seche Environnement SA has opened South Africa’s first landfill water treatment plant ...
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For the majority of South Africans, freedom’s just another word for nothing left to lose
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WATCH | 'She is the one': A love story that started inside a minibus ferrying commuters to work
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Addressing the water crisis in South Africa: Scarcity, climate change, and the spread of disease.
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Quick Glance: Protecting Water Quality: Significance of Testing
- Contaminated water poses serious risks to health and the environment, requiring comprehensive testing and proactive measures.
- Origins of pollutants are diverse, necessitating rigorous monitoring and preventive actions.
- Water testing is crucial for identifying quality issues and safeguarding public health.
- Kenya emphasizes robust water testing protocols and public-private partnerships to advance water quality goals.
Open letter to Gauteng Health MEC — R784m goes unspent as cancer patients continue to die
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Four killed as their vehicle rolls into a car dealership, trapping them inside: Four people died when their BMW vehicle rolled several times, landing in a Toyota ...
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‘People get stabbed or shot here’: 12 years on, Vannin Court still a criminal haven
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South African rand extends losses ahead of local data: South Africa's rand weakened in early trade on Thursday, extending losses from the previous day ahead of ...
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Quick Glance: South African Rand Weakens After US CPI Release
- South Africa's rand slipped as the dollar surged following data indicating a rise in U.S. inflation, reducing expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in June.
- The dollar index rose after the inflation report, trading up approximately 1.08% against a basket of global currencies.
- No economic data releases are scheduled in South Africa until Thursday, when gold and mining production as well as manufacturing data for February will be released.
- With general elections just over six weeks away, market uncertainty has contributed to rand weakness, exacerbated by an opinion poll estimating voter support for the governing African National Congress at 37%.
DaBaby Freedom Day Youth Celebrations concert postponed: From postponements, drama seems to have been following the event.
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Police arrest two for kidnapping of dogwalker, 85, at popular Joburg park: The victim was released at Montgomery Park nearly two months after the abduction.
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Three arrested for murders of Rand Water executive, bodyguard: Police on Friday announced the arrest of three more suspects in connection with the murders of ...
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Africa’s super wealthy still mostly in Joburg, but semigration sees Mother City fast catching up
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Watch: Boeing 737 makes emergency landing in South Africa after wheel falls off: A Boeing 737 made an emergency landing in South Africa on Sunday, 21 April ...
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Jub Jub to apply for amendment of his bail conditions on Thursday: The Johannesburg magistrate’s court on Tuesday postponed the rape case against TV presenter ...
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Why men choose to be absent fathers: The absence of fathers affects the development of children and has detrimental consequences for families and society
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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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‘We won’t vote,’ say Zandspruit residents after ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa’s door-to-door
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Charlotte Maxeke hospital still operational despite prolonged power cuts: The Gauteng health department says despite a power outage affecting parts of ...
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Authorities warn against ‘bogus’ Johannesburg City College and fake qualifications
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SA is facing a fast escalating heroin crisis — and it’s being misunderstood: Data show that heroin use has increased markedly. Jesse Copelyn analyses the drivers ...
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Five Tshwane officials suspended over Rooiwal contract: Five senior City of Tshwane officials have been suspended in connection with the controversial Rooiwal ...
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Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
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