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South Africa aware of legal obligations regarding Putin visit

South Africa is aware of its legal obligation, a spokesperson for President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Sunday, referring to a proposed visit by Vladimir Putin after an international court issued an arrest warrant against the Russian leader.

Reuters

Algorithms are moulding and shaping our politics. Here's how to avoid being gamed

In 2016, evidence began to mount that then-South African president Jacob Zuma and a family of Indian-born businessmen, the Guptas, were responsible for widespread “state capture”. It was alleged that the Gupta family influenced Zuma’s political appointments and benefited unfairly from lucrative tenders.

The Conversation

Gregory Maqoma and Thuthuka Sibisi: Broken Chord review – fascinating story comes alive in song

A 19th-century South African choir’s journey to the west is dramatised in this powerful show, Maqoma’s last as a performer

The Guardian - UK

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2nd ODI: Ton-up Shai Hope leads West Indies to victory against South Africa

NEW DELHI: Captain Shai Hope led from the front with an unbeaten century as West Indies defeated hosts South Africa by 48 runs in the second one-day international at Buffalo Park in East London on Saturday.

The Times of India

The Next Royal Adjacent Wedding Is Coming Up—Soon

Let us (re)introduce you to the bride, Lady Amelia Spencer.

Marie Claire

Absa Cape Epic 2023 – everything you need to know about the world’s toughest MTB race

The Absa Cape Epic kicks off on March 19th, here's all you need to know about this year’s South African mountain bike stage race

Bike Perfect

Why is there a Chinese police car patrolling the streets of Douala, Cameroon?

Residents of Douala, Cameroon took several photos and videos of a police car with Mandarin writing on it in January. Locals said that they have seen the vehicle, driven by Cameroonian police officers, in a neighbourhood with a large number of Chinese businesses on several occasions since late 2022. Our…

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Australian police investigate South African flying school exec over Chinese military training

Australian police are investigating a former British military pilot suspected of involvement in the training of Chinese People's Liberation Army pilots at a flying school in South Africa, a Sydney court was told on Friday.

Reuters

Love Island's Lana and Ron 'on verge of splitting after furious row days after final'

Love Island finalists Ron Hall and Lana Jenkins may have already faced trouble in their budding romance as it's been reported the pair had a 'furious' argument on the plane back to the UK from South Africa

Daily Mirror

New discovery: fossilised giant zebra tracks found in South Africa

Tens of thousands of years ago, a huge horse species walked, trotted and galloped across the shifting sands of what is today South Africa’s Cape south coast.

The Conversation

Tanzania's first female president on visit to South Africa

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan, on a state visit to South Africa, has urged more security cooperation and trade between the two countries

The Independent UK

Medicine stockouts are a problem in South Africa's clinics: how pharmacist assistants can help

Primary healthcare clinics are the main healthcare access point for millions of South Africans.

The Conversation

Veteran umpire Aleem Dar steps down from Elite Panel after officiating in record 435 men’s internationals

NEW DELHI: Veteran Pakistan umpire Aleem Dar has stepped down after serving 19 years on the Elite panel, officiating in a record 435 men’s international matches while South Africa’s Adrian Holdstock and Pakistan’s Ahsan Raza have been included in the Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires on Thursday.

The Times of India

Award-winning South African jazz singer Gloria Bosman dies

Smooth-voiced South African jazz musician Gloria Bosman has been lauded for her contribution to the country’s music industry in a career spanning more than two decades

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The Conversation

Power cuts are hurting small businesses in South Africa - but sharing resources and equipment might be a solution

Worldwide, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are seen as the backbone of a thriving economy. They make up a substantial portion of the total number of companies and are estimated to contribute over 87% of all jobs globally.

The Conversation

South Africa's corporate whistleblowers don't get enough protection: what needs to change

Corporate misconduct is difficult to detect and prove. This is because it is often hidden by a complicated web of transactions, misleading corporate records and convoluted company group structures. This is why corporate whistleblowers whose positions give them an inside track on misconduct are so important in exposing corporate crime…

The Guardian - UK

Why Temba Bavuma’s second century matters, for himself and South Africa

Temba Bavuma had become a walking metaphor for his country’s failures before a change in coach and promotion to captain

Daily Mirror

Love Island's Tanya and Shaq face brutal truth as they head home amid warnings from family

Tanya Manhenga and Shaq Mohammad came fourth in the Love Island final on Monday after a rocky road to romance in the South African villa

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Explosive revelations about South Africa's power utility: why new electricity minister should heed the words of former Eskom CEO

A month ago South Africans heard some hard truths about the state of the power utility, Eskom, from the outgoing CEO André de Ruyter. In an interview broadcast on television, De Ruyter made accusations about the role of criminal gangs as well as politicians in corruption that’s crippled the utility.…

Wales Online

Rugby World Cup 'a laughing stock' as three of world's best five teams can't even get past quarter-finals

A lot has changed since the draw was made back in December 2020 and it all looks very lopsided right now

The Conversation

Farms in cities: new study offers planners and growers food for thought

Urban agriculture as a global phenomenon is widely promoted as a sustainable land use practice. On small plots and in big projects, using sophisticated technology or simple solutions, city dwellers around the world are producing food. Growing food in a city can improve local food security and express local culture.

Zenger

Israel Slams South Africa Parliament Decision To Downgrade Ties

Israel on Wednesday slammed as "disgraceful" the South African parliament's decision to downgrade Jerusalem's embassy in Pretoria to a liaison office

Evening Standard

Here are the top 10 most popular destinations in South Africa as Love Island ends

From whale watching in Gansbaai to a sunrise hike at Lion’s Head in Cape Town, there’s bound to be something for everyone.

The Independent UK

Women’s World Cup: Who are England playing and what is their group?

England will go into the World Cup as one of the tournament favourites after winning the Euros

The Independent UK

What do the statistics tell us about England’s recent struggles?

Saturday’s seven-try humbling broke the record set by a 42-6 home loss to South Africa in 2008.

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