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Did South Africa sell arms to Russia? Only a series of unlikely scenarios could have made it possible

On 11 May 2023 the US ambassador to South Africa, Reuben Brigety, claimed that South Africa had secretly exported arms to Russia in December 2022. The announcement rapidly fed into a popular narrative that South Africa was increasingly siding with Russia in relation to Moscow’s aggressive war in Ukraine.

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National anthems: how composers in South Africa and India are reimagining them

The rousing notes of the British national anthem God Save The King rang loudly in London’s Westminster Abbey when King Charles III was crowned – and in official and informal celebrations in many other places, though not always to an enthusiastic reception. The song is still sung in many Commonwealth…

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Why the west needs to offer Brazil, India and South Africa a new deal

The unwillingness of some countries to back the west’s position on Ukraine is a wake-up call. Western leaders must now determine what they can offer to powerful states including Brazil, India and South Africa to keep them onside.

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Russia, Ukraine to receive African mission on potential peace plan, Pretoria says

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy had agreed to meet a group of African leaders to discuss a potential peace plan for the conflict.

Reuters

Ex-Scarlets favourite's parents turn up to watch him for first time in five years and the crowd love it

Cassiem won eight caps for South Africa and was hugely popular with Scarlets supporters

Wales Online

I'm A Celebrity's Carol Vorderman and Fatima Whitbread want to reunite in Thelma and Louise-style series

The Countdown star and the Olympic javelin thrower struck up a close friendship during their time in South Africa, and hope to do their own show together

Bristol Post

Oldest Doctor In South Africa Keeps Going On The Job At 96 Years Old

Dr. John Callaghan doesn't stop as medicine is perceived as his life and dedication to help his patients.

Zenger

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A South African Comedian Makes The Impression On Social Media

Themba Robin tries to give a positive light on life in South Africa as laughter is the medicine to get by.

Zenger

S Africa army chief visits Moscow in wake of US weapons claim

Visit to Moscow follows US allegations that weapons were loaded on to a Russian ship in Cape Town in December.

Al Jazeera

Russian ship 'Lady R' brought ammunition to South Africa, reports say

On tonight's show: there's a new development in the South Africa-Russia arms accusations, we take a look at the situation in Sudan one month after the conflict started and we bring you the latest on the flooding in Somalia which has killed at least 22 people.

France 24

South African army general in Moscow days after country accused of sending weapons to Russia

Russia’s top army general and his South African counterpart have discussed “military cooperation” while meeting in Moscow

The Independent UK

Justice Yvonne Mokgoro: South Africa’s trailblazing defender of justice, human dignity and the constitution

Many great legal minds have made important contributions to the development of the law, justice and constitutionalism in South Africa. One figure who stands out as a particularly influential jurist of the era is retired judge Yvonne Mokgoro. She was among the first justices of the country’s new constitutional court,…

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Safari guide attacked by crocodile makes life-saving escape

An experienced trail guide who was leading tourists on a hike in South Africa suddenly found himself underwater and fighting for his life.

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South Africa can keep coal fired plants running longer, climate committee says

South Africa's climate policy body on Monday suggested the government could delay retiring its ageing coal-fired power plants to address electricity shortages and said a power crisis had put the country on track to meet its climate goals anyway.

Reuters

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I'm A Celebrity legend Myleene Klass says daughter was concerned after finding 'love letter' from co-star

She appeared on This Morning to chat about winning the ITV reality show's spin-off series, I'm A Celebrity... South Africa

Reuters

Germany's Scholz: Some nations see Western double standards on Russia

Influential countries such as India, Vietnam and South Africa balk at criticizing Russia's invasion of Ukraine because they believe international principles are not applied equally, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said in a speech on Monday.

Daily Mirror

Woman 're-grows' her spine after landing on neck when she slipped during pole dancing

Kaitlin Rawson was practicing a pole dancing routine until one slip left her on the ground paralysed with a shattered spine in Johannesburg, South Africa, and forced to "re-grow" it

The Conversation

Millions of young South Africans are jobless: study finds that giving them 'soft' skills like networking helps their prospects

The fact that more than half of the South African population is under 30 years could be beneficial for the country’s economic growth and development. But South Africa has not been able to reap this demographic dividend. This is largely due to a skills mismatch.

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Man pulled underwater by 12ft crocodile after it grabs his hand and drags him into river

Mark Montgomery needed three surgeries after escaping from the jaws of the crocodile on the bank of a river in Kruger National Park, South Africa

Reuters

South Africa's non-aligned position does not favour Russia, Ramaphosa says

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday the country's non-aligned position did not favour Russia over other states and reiterated its call for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Ukraine.

Zenger

A Middle Age Woman Copes With Cystic Fibrosis As She Prays For A Miracle

Vertexs has been present in South Africa as the young patient copes with the high cost of the medication.

Reuters

US unlikely to sanction South Africa in Russia weapons dispute -Bloomberg News

(This May 14 story has been refiled to clarify comments were made at a press briefing, not in a statement, in paragraph 5)

Al Jazeera

South Africa to investigate gold mafia uncovered by Al Jazeera

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that authorities are looking at several individuals mentioned in Al Jazeera.

The Times of India

Zimbabwe great Heath Streak undergoes cancer treatment, remains in 'good spirits'

NEW DELHI: Former Zimbabwe all-rounder Heath Streak has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing treatment in South Africa.

The Conversation

Fear and loathing in South Africa: book examines how anxiety plays out in everyday life

Social scientists have shown how freedom in South Africa has lost its meaning for many in the country. Despondency about democracy is on the rise as the promise of prosperity under a caring government continues to ring hollow for many, thanks to poor governance, corruption and incompetence. Nicky Falkof is…

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