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Foot-and-mouth disease: the gaps in South Africa's efforts to keep it under control

In mid August, South Africa’s minister of agriculture, land reform and rural development Thoko Didiza responded to outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease with a nationwide ban on the movement of cattle for 21 days. By late August, 127 cases of the disease had been recorded in six of the country’s nine…

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Meghan Markle slammed by Nelson Mandela's grandson after interview comment

In her recent bombshell interview with American magazine The Cut, the Duchess of Sussex said she had been likened to the anti-apartheid activist by South Africans.

Daily Record

England name unchanged squad for third Test against South Africa

England thrashed the Proteas by an innings and 85 runs last time out at Old Trafford to level the three-match series at 1-1

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Ben Stokes to lead unchanged England squad in third Test against South Africa

Captain Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum could stick with the same XI in the series decider at the Kia Oval.

The Independent UK

England unchanged for South Africa Test series decider after Zak Crawley shows grit at Old Trafford

England have confirmed an unchanged Test squad for next Thursday’s series decider against South Africa at The Oval.

Evening Standard

Nelson Mandela’s grandson ‘surprised’ by Meghan Markle’s marriage celebration claims

The Duchess of Sussex recounted how she was told South Africans ‘rejoiced in the streets’ when she married Prince Harry

The Independent UK

South African president hit by tough questions in parliament

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa faced a grilling by lawmakers in Parliament as they demanded answers from him on his handling of the theft of millions of dollars from his farm

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Sibling rivalry defines Springboks v Wallabies but its sheen has faded

It would be a shame if this great union of two contrasting philosophies morphed into apathy

The Guardian - AU

Corruption in South Africa: new book sets out how ruling ANC lost the battle

One of the greatest benefits of South Africa’s democracy is freedom of speech and publication. Mpumelelo Mkhabela’s book, The Enemy Within, is the latest in a cascade of publications over the last decade that record corruption and theft by leading politicians in the country’s ruling party.

The Conversation

Migrants in South Africa have access to healthcare: why it's kicking up a storm

A political storm has erupted in South Africa after a video went viral showing the health minister for the Limpopo province – which borders Zimbabwe – berating a Zimbabwean woman who was seeking healthcare. Responses have been divided. Some have called for Phophi Ramathuba to step down on the grounds…

The Conversation

Nelson Mandela's grandson dismisses Meghan Markle's remark saying they are 'not the same'

The grandson of the legendary anti-apartheid campaigner has pushed back against Meghan Markle's claims that her wedding was celebrated in South Africa like Madiba's walk to freedom

Daily Mirror

Meghan says she and Harry were 'upsetting the dynamic of the hierarchy'

She has given an interview at her Californian home

Wales Online

South African security confirms Meghan Markle’s story of Archie nursery fire

‘When we stopped at the residence, I can tell you that she didn’t get out of the car like a lady normally gets out. She bolted into the house.’

The Independent UK

Nic White mocked and heckled at airport after 'disgraceful' incident

The scrum-half was captured on video being mocked by South African fans at the airport

Wales Online

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COVID was a setback for indigenous languages: South African lecturers on what went wrong

South African indigenous languages are among those at risk of a serious decline due to the increasing use of digital technologies. By some estimates only 5% of the world’s languages are likely to survive online.

The Guardian - UK

Ollie Robinson becomes a ‘gym freak’ on his road to England redemption

The pace bowler is stronger, fitter and says there is more to come after his five wickets against South Africa

The Guardian - UK

England’s ‘benchmark’ win was built on pragmatism and flexibility

Hosts’ dominance in second Test dispelled notions of a hell-raising approach under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum

Evening Standard

Ollie Robinson reveals ‘mindset change’ inspired fitness overhaul ahead of England recall

Positives abound for England in the wake of their series-levelling win against South Africa at Old Trafford: a baby step for the struggling Zak Crawley; a second Test ton for Ben Foakes; and Ben Stokes’ first outstanding all-round performance as captain.

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The Independent UK

Ollie Robinson has become a ‘gym freak’ to put England career back on track

The seamer put the finishing touch to the second Test victory over South Africa on his return to the team.

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Sam Warburton 'astonished' at controversial tackle and Wales star ready for new chapter

Here's your rugby evening headlines for Sunday, 28 August

Evening Standard

Ben Stokes: England’s second Test win over South Africa is the benchmark

England captain Ben Stokes praised his side for producing a “benchmark” performance that swept South Africa aside inside three days at Emirates Old Trafford. Stokes started his reign with four adrenaline-fuelled run chases against New Zealand and India before crashing back to earth with a thumping defeat by the Proteas…

Daily Mirror

Golfers forced to stop play after lions and hyenas eat dead giraffe on fairway

Early birds about to tee-off at the Skukuza Golf Club in the middle of South Africa’s biggest game reserve were warned of a feeding frenzy taking place after an early morning kill

The Conversation

South Africa has a plan to make its public service professional. It's time to act on it

A professional, efficient and effective public service is key to a government’s ability to deliver on its mandate. That’s why South Africa’s constitution requires that the public service be institutionalised as a profession. Appointments must be based on merit and public servants are supposed to be honest, neutral and fair.

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as Australia star branded a 'disgrace' and told to apologise as Michael Cheika fires back at All Blacks boss

It was a lively Saturday in the Rugby Championship as South Africa lost in Australia and Argentina made history in New Zealand

Daily Mirror

South Africans respond after Meghan Markle says fire broke out in Archie's room

Meghan Markle has been blasted by some South Africans after recalling an incident that left her 'shaken' on her new Spotify podcast - though others praised her for telling the story

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