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45 people killed in bus crash in South Africa – child, 8, the sole survivor: A bus crash in South Africa has killed 45 people.
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Quick Glance: South Africa Bus Tragedy: 45 Dead, 8-Year-Old Sole Survivor
- A bus plunged 165 feet into a ravine, resulting in 45 fatalities, with only an 8-year-old girl surviving.
- The girl received medical attention after the crash on the way to an Easter pilgrimage in South Africa.
- The incident occurred on a scenic, mountainous road near Moria, a pilgrimage site.
- South Africa had over 12,400 road fatalities in 2022, highlighting road safety concerns.
Nora Hauptle: The Swiss coach reviving Ghana's Black Queens: How Swiss coach Nora Hauptle is restoring pride to Ghana's Black Queens after years in the African ...
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Quick Glance: Nora Hauptle's Impact on Ghana's Soccer
- Nora Hauptle, a coach from Switzerland, is working to nurture Ghana's female talent and elevate the Black Queens in African soccer.
- Taking over the team in 2023, Hauptle led the squad to nine consecutive wins without conceding a goal.
- Despite a loss in qualification, the Black Queens secured a spot in the 2024 Women's Nations Cup.
- Hauptle's diverse career as a player and coach ultimately led her to Ghana's national team, showcasing her resilience and adaptability.
Zuma escapes harm, MK Party coy on car crash details: The former president and his personnel are unscathed after an accident on Thursday
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-29-zuma-escapes-harm-mk-party-coy-on-car-crash-details/
Quick Glance: Impact of Jacob Zuma's Election Exclusion on South Africa's Vote
- The exclusion of former President Jacob Zuma from the elections in May is heightening political tensions in South Africa as the country gears up for what is anticipated to be a fiercely competitive electoral battle.
- Zuma's opposition to the ANC challenges his previous party's dominance and might result in the ANC falling below the 50% vote mark for the first time.
- While this may dampen the MK's momentum, the 2021 protests indicate that barring him from the election could rally his loyal supporters.
- Following the announcement, the MK announced plans to challenge the decision. A potential court ruling in favor of Zuma's candidacy could revive his political prospects and present a significant obstacle to the ANC during a period of declining popularity.
Lion, Rhinos: No More Captive Breeding in South Africa: South Africa’s cabinet approved a phased end to the captive breeding of lions and rhinos as the country ...
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Money trail led us to the man who deposited hit payoff: AKA detective: The detective investigating the murders of Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his friend ...
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Quick Glance: Money Trail Leads to Man Who Deposited Hit Payoff: AKA Detective
- While the accused are applying for bail, the state is opposing it.
- The investigator alleges that Durban businessman Sydney Mfunda Gcaba was the source of an R800,000 payoff.
- The state argues that there are no exceptional circumstances justifying his release on bail.
- The detective team is thoroughly investigating the origins of these and other funds utilized in the planning and execution of the offenses.
Ireland to intervene in South Africa genocide case against Israel: Ireland said on Wednesday it would intervene in South Africa's genocide case against Israel ...
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Quick Glance: Ireland's Involvement in South Africa's Case Against Israel Regarding Gaza Invasion
- The government of Ireland is planning to engage in the case initiated by South Africa against Israel under the Genocide Convention at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
- With the aim of prioritizing the protection of civilians in the interpretation of the convention, Ireland intends to submit a Declaration of Intervention under Article 63 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice.
- After a thorough analysis and consultation, the government has decided to intervene in the case, condemning the violation of international law due to the events in Israel and Gaza.
- The filing of the declaration will occur post-government approval and after South Africa has submitted its memorial. Ireland will collaborate with other partners to intervene.
Ramaphosa ‘blown’ his chances of saving SA, says Zille: The federal council chair said despite her previous views that her party could work with the ANC ...
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-27-ramaphosa-blown-his-chances-of-saving-sa-says-zille/
Bafana ‘don’t have to be afraid of any team in Africa any more’: Broos: Hugo Broos said his team's exciting 3-3 Fifa Series friendly draw against Algeria in ...
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Quick Glance: Bafana Bafana: No Longer Afraid of African Teams
- Bafana Bafana's exciting 3-3 draw with Algeria signifies a shift in mentality under coach Broos.
- The performance against Algeria provides a positive outlook for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in June.
- Broos commends the team's unity and growth, emphasizing their strong bond and work ethic.
- Various fringe players showcased their potential during the matches in Algeria, positioning themselves for future opportunities.
Top UN court orders Israel to 'ensure urgent humanitarian assistance' in Gaza: The International Court of Justice issued two new measures in the genocide case ...
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Quick Glance: UN Court Mandates Israel to Open More Crossings for Aid in Gaza
- The International Court of Justice has ordered Israel to take steps to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza, including opening more land crossings to allow food, water, fuel, and other supplies into the war-torn enclave.
- In its legally binding order, the court instructed Israel to ensure the unhindered provision of basic services and humanitarian assistance without delay, such as food, water, fuel, and medical supplies.
- Israel was also directed to prevent actions by its military that could harm Palestinians' rights under the Genocide Convention and report back on the implementation of the orders within a month.
- The court highlighted the critical situation in Gaza, noting the increasing risk of famine, deaths from malnutrition, and dehydration, emphasizing the need for urgent action to address the humanitarian crisis.
‘Our arguments were cogent and straightforward’ — ANC 'accepts' outcomes of its case against IEC, MK Party
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-03-26-our-arguments-were-cogent-and-straightforward-anc-accepts-outcomes-of-its-case-against-iec-mk-party/
Quick Glance: Court Ruling Favors Zuma Party
- The ANC's attempt to remove the breakaway uMkhonto we Sizwe Party from the ballot for the national and provincial elections on 29 May was rejected by the Electoral Court.
- Consequently, the party led by former ANC president Jacob Zuma will have the opportunity to participate in the elections, although it will encounter a separate legal challenge regarding the usage of the name MK at the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Wednesday.
- The verdict signifies a significant victory for the emerging party and its advocates, with a portion of supporters congregating at the court premises awaiting the pronouncement of the judgment.
‘I don’t see Sundowns winning the league next season’: ex-Bafana star Brighton Mhlongo
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-03-29-i-dont-see-sundowns-winning-the-league-next-season-former-bafana-brighton-mhlongo/
FULL LIST | Tyla bags six nominations at Metro FM Music Awards: Tyla leads with six nominations for her song ‘Water’.
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ATM will treat criminals like ‘dogs’ and bring back death penalty, says leader Zungula
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-25-we-will-treat-criminals-like-dogs-and-bring-back-death-penalty-says-atm-leader-vuyo-zungula/
Quick Glance: ATM leader Zungula's Strong Stance on Crime and Economy
- ATM leader Vuyo Zungula emphasizes treating criminals like 'dogs' and reintroducing the death penalty.
- Zungula asserts that under an ATM government, criminals should not expect mercy and their human rights will be undervalued.
- He stated that the death penalty, abolished in South Africa in 1995, would be reinstated under an ATM government.
- Zungula also advocates for land expropriation without compensation to ensure food security, along with promoting industrial production in the country to create jobs.
KZN man killed by buffalo while ‘hunting’ it: A KwaZulu-Natal man was killed by a buffalo during “a hunt” after it escaped from the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park near ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-26-kzn-man-killed-by-buffalo-while-hunting-it/
South Africa Expropriation Bill Approved in National Assembly: Lawmakers from South Africa’s ruling African National Congress voted in favor of newly drafted ...
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Jacob Zuma crash: Car of South Africa's ex-president hit by drunk driver: He was unhurt after a drunk driver collided with his armoured vehicle, police say.
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Trio arrested in connection with attack in which man's hands were chopped off
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-28-trio-arrested-in-connection-with-attack-in-which-mans-hands-were-chopped-off/
April will bring petrol price hikes but some diesel reductions: It will be a mixed bag for motorists when the latest fuel price adjustments are implemented on ...
timeslive.co.za/motoring/news/2024-03-28-april-will-bring-petrol-price-hikes-but-some-diesel-reductions/
Watch: Forensics inspect scene of South Africa bus crash: The only survivor is an eight-year-old girl that has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.
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Quick Glance: Child (8) Sole Survivor in South Africa Bus Crash Tragedy
- A bus crash in South Africa resulted in the death of 45 people after the vehicle plunged off a bridge and caught fire upon impact with the ground.
- An eight-year-old child, the only survivor, is currently receiving medical treatment at a nearby hospital.
- The tragic incident occurred near Mamatlakala in the Limpopo province, where the driver lost control, crashed into barriers on the bridge, and caused the bus to go over the edge and ignite.
- Rescue operations persisted into late hours, with some victims burned beyond recognition and others trapped in debris or scattered at the scene.
South Africa Set to Hold Key Interest Rate at 15-Year High: Day Guide: South Africa’s central bank is set to keep interest rates unchanged for a fifth time in a ...
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Batohi, NPA win R4.2m freezing order against Mangaung municipality: The Hawks are also investigating a criminal case in which a company was paid for services it ...
mg.co.za/news/2024-03-25-batohi-npa-win-r4-2m-freezing-order-against-mangaung-municipality/
El Nino Risks Spurring First South Africa White-Corn Imports Since 2017: South Africa may import significant amounts of white corn, used to make a staple food ...
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South Africa’s Speaker of Parliament Steps Aside Amid Corruption Probe: South Africa’s speaker of parliament is taking “special leave” after her house was raided ...
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Saying voters will confuse the MK with the ANC is an insult to voters, say MK lawyers
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/news/2024-03-27-saying-voters-will-confuse-the-mk-with-the-anc-is-an-insult-to-voters-say-mk-lawyers/
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Afcon 2025: Chad, Eswatini, Liberia and South Sudan progress in qualifying: Chad beat Mauritius in preliminary qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as ...
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Tech puts brakes on taxi driver, 24, facing fines worth nearly R400k: Number plate recognition technology led to the arrest on Tuesday of a 24-year-old minibus ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-26-tech-puts-brakes-on-taxi-driver-24-facing-fines-worth-nearly-r400k/
Mandela’s humble hero Lucas Radebe speaks about life after football: Lucas Radebe is still enough of a celebrity to front an ad campaign with David Beckham
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/2024-03-24-mandelas-humble-hero-lucas-radebe-speaks-about-life-after-football/
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South Africa election 2024: When is the poll and what is at stake for the ANC?: The ANC has governed since the end of apartheid, but its vote could fall below ...
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Ellis urges fans to fill stadium for Banyana-Nigeria qualifier: Desiree Ellis is bracing herself for another match of her life as Banyana Banyana coach.
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Joburg mayor says there is no water crisis in city as Eikenhof pump station goes down again
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-19-theres-no-joburg-water-crisis-says-mayor/
Quick Glance: Mayor Denies Water Crisis in City Despite Eikenhof Pump Station Failure
- Continuous monitoring of water supply system by Johannesburg Water.
- Mayor defines crisis and emphasizes challenges of water disruptions.
- Johannesburg experiences sporadic water outages, addresses infrastructure deficiencies.
- City invests limited resources in infrastructure, plans actions to tackle the backlog.
‘Just tell him to dance and ski on the pitch and sit back’: Pitso lauds Themba Zwane
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-03-28-just-tell-him-to-dance-and-ski-on-the-pitch-and-sit-back-pitso-lauds-themba-zwane/
Vodacom Group Plans to Cut 80 Jobs in its Biggest Market: Vodacom Group Ltd. is planning to cut jobs at home in South Africa, its biggest market ...
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State to take significant step towards intervening in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/27/micheal-martin-to-brief-cabinet-on-intervention-in-sa-genocide-case-against-israel/
Quick Glance: Ireland Plans to Intervene in Genocide Case Against Israel
- Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, announced that Ireland intends to intervene in the case initiated by South Africa against Israel under the Genocide Convention at the International Court of Justice.
- Upon government approval, this action will be submitted to the court in The Hague for the case involving Israel under the 1948 Genocide Convention.
- The legal basis for Ireland's intervention remains undetermined at this stage.
- Sustained pressure from the opposition led Ireland to decide to intervene in the South Africa v Israel case after a thorough analysis and consultation to address the significant violations of international humanitarian law.
South African rand flat ahead of central bank's rate decision: South Africa's rand was little changed in early trade on Wednesday, ahead of the central bank's ...
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Markus Jooste: A thoroughly unpleasant man: Few will mourn the former Steinhoff CEO who killed himself rather than face the music for one of South Africa’s ...
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KZN man who shot his wife 12 times sentenced to 22 years in jail: A KwaZulu-Natal man who shot his estranged wife 12 times and threatened to kill their ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-25-kzn-man-who-shot-his-wife-12-times-sentenced-to-22-years-in-jail/
Two more suspects, including a police officer, arrested for kidnapping cousins in North West
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-27-two-more-suspects-including-a-police-officer-arrested-for-kidnapping-cousins-in-north-west/
Proteas fast bowler Anrich Nortje snubbed for Cricket South Africa national contract
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-26-proteas-fast-bowler-anrich-nortje-snubbed-for-cricket-south-africa-national-contract/
“Humanitarian Violence” in Gaza: Architect Eyal Weizman on Mapping Israel’s “Genocidal Campaign”
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South Africa's foreign minister says citizens fighting with Israeli forces in Gaza will be arrested
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Quick Glance: South Africa Threatens Arrest of Citizens in Israeli Military
- South Africa's Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor threatens to arrest citizens who fight in the Israeli armed forces or alongside them in Gaza upon their return home.
- She also encouraged protests outside the embassies of what she referred to as the 'five primary supporters' of Israel and its actions in Gaza.
- The South African government has been a longstanding supporter of the Palestinian people and a critic of Israel.
- Tensions between South Africa and Israel deepen as both nations accuse each other and take the issue to court.
Chiefs, Pirates would get more praise for such results: Sundowns boss Mokwena: Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena believes the results he achieves at the ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-03-19-chiefs-pirates-would-get-more-praise-for-such-results-sundowns-boss-mokwena/
Quick Glance: Sundowns Coach Mokwena Praises Chiefs and Pirates
- Mamelodi Sundowns coach Rulani Mokwena believes that the results achieved by his team would receive more recognition if they were accomplished by the Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs or Orlando Pirates.
- In their past 26 matches across six competitions during the 2023-2024 campaign, Sundowns have lost four times, won 15 times, and drawn seven times.
- Despite the pressure to keep winning, Mokwena emphasizes the high expectations at a big club like Sundowns.
- Sundowns have a partnership with Tuks and coach Tlisane Motaung, who has guided them to second place in the MFC, and he praises his development as a promising coach.
Two more suspects, including a police officer, arrested for kidnapping cousins in North West
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-27-two-more-suspects-including-a-police-officer-arrested-for-kidnapping-cousins-in-north-west/
Internet outages hit 13 countries in Africa due to undersea cable damage: Parts of Africa were already seeing web disruptions from damaged Red Sea cables.
arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/03/internet-outages-hit-13-countries-in-africa-due-to-undersea-cable-damage/
Quick Glance: Internet outages in 13 African countries due to undersea cable damage
- Thirteen countries across Africa experienced Internet outages due to damage to submarine fiber optic cables.
- Multiple network providers reported Internet outages yesterday, with the outage seemingly moving from North Africa to South Africa.
- Some countries had short-lived Internet disruptions, while others, including South Africa, experienced ongoing outages.
- Undersea cable-related Internet outages aren't new and can last a while, with damaged cables responsible for a significant portion of intercontinental traffic.
Hermanus residents express anger and sympathy over Jooste’s death by suicide: Stains were still fresh on the Hermanus rocks near the cliff paths ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-22-hermanus-residents-express-anger-and-sympathy-over-joostes-death-by-suicide/
Quick Glance: Grief and Anger in Hermanus Following Jooste's Suicide
- Former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste's suicide sparked varied reactions among Hermanus residents.
- Residents expressed resentment towards Jooste, while others felt sympathy for his family.
- Jooste committed suicide after being informed of a large fine, maintaining his ignorance of financial irregularities.
- A planned protest by the Land Party was altered following Jooste's death to no longer visit his residence.
People in West and Central Africa are experiencing internet problems with Ivory Coast being badly affected.
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Africa Live this week: 11-17 March 2024 - BBC News: Updates from across the African continent.
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Quick Glance: Mbeki Criticizes Zuma's MK Breakaway & FNB's License Fee Slash
- Former President Thabo Mbeki criticizes Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto weSizwe breakaway party for being led by individuals who previously tried to dismantle the South African Revenue Services.
- FNB reduces the fee for vehicle license disc renewal through the app to 69 Rand and offers a cashback incentive.
- The collaboration with the Road Traffic Management Corporation facilitates a seamless vehicle license disc renewal process without paperwork; users can easily scan their license disc with a smart device and securely renew it within the app.
- Jolandé Duvenage, FNB's lead innovator, emphasized the increasing popularity of the service, with a variety of vehicles on the platform and a significant number of completed license renewals in the past year.
Focus on jobs and borders as Mashaba launches ActionSA manifesto: Cabinet will be cut to a maximum of 20 posts and deputy minister positions done away with
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-23-focus-on-jobs-and-borders-as-mashaba-launches-actionsa-manifesto/
Our year in the wilderness — researching giant seals, killer whales and raw nature
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-24-our-year-in-the-wilderness-researching-giant-seals-killer-whales-and-raw-nature/
Police intercept car stolen in Midrand near Grobler’s Bridge border post: A 33-year-old man suspected of attempting to smuggle a stolen vehicle out of South ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-26-police-intercept-car-stolen-in-midrand-near-groblers-bridge-border-post/
Accident on journey to pilgrimage site: At least 45 dead in bus accident in South Africa
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Bus falls into ravine: 45 dead in accident in South Africa: At least 45 people have died in a serious bus accident in South Africa. The bus came off a bridge on ...
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‘Bra Stan’ Tshabalala recovering after he was shot by burglars: Former Bafana Bafana coach Stanley ‘Screamer’ Tshabalala is recovering after he was shot by ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-03-21-bra-stan-tshabalala-recovering-after-he-was-shot-by-burglars/
Khaya Dladla bids farewell to Gagasi FM: ”The trajectory of my personal brand is no longer aligned with that of the station.”
timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2024-03-26-khaya-dladla-bids-farewell-to-gagasi-fm/
14-year-old Minnesota chess master wins national women’s title: International chess master Alice Lee, who grew up in North Oaks, won the Women’s American Cup and ...
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Half a century old, but fit and flourishing in their 50s: They may be half a century old, but these celebs are proving age is just a number as they rock the ...
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Zuma is modern-day saviour being crucified, say MK religious supporters: Leaders threaten to mobilise public support on social media and close bank accounts if ...
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Ramokgopa wants less red tape to get renewable energy onto the electricity grid faster
mg.co.za/the-green-guardian/2024-03-25-ramokgopa-wants-less-red-tape-to-get-renewable-energy-onto-the-electricity-grid-faster/
South Africa's MTN annual profit slumps on Nigeria naira devaluation: Africa's biggest telecoms operator MTN Group on Monday reported a 72.3% tumble in full-year ...
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Jooste’s final steps along cliff path of no return: Markus Jooste’s death by suicide on Thursday was probably planned — and reveals the former Steinhoff CEO had ...
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‘This is just the beginning’: ANC plans more legal action against Zuma’s MK Party
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-03-20-this-is-just-the-beginning-anc-plans-more-legal-action-against-zumas-mk-party/
Quick Glance: MK Party Confronts ANC in Court in eThekwini
- The Jacob Zuma-backed party is set to appear in the electoral court on Tuesday against the ANC, aiming to deregister it.
- It is claimed that the MK party owns and controls eThekwini, but they deny inciting the strike.
- The dispute involves prominent figures such as Bheki Mtolo, Bonginkosi Khanyile, Chris Hani, Cyril Ramaphosa, Nhlamulo Ndhlela, Solomon Mahlangu, and Visvin Reddy.
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Court denies Jacob Zuma’s second special bid to have Billy Downer removed from arms deal case
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-20-zuma-loses-2nd-bid-to-have-downer-removed-from-arms-deal-case/
Quick Glance: Zuma Fails Again in Attempt to Remove Downer, Plans Appeal
- Former president Jacob Zuma once more faced defeat in his efforts to have lead prosecutor advocate Billy Downer removed from his arms-deal corruption case.
- During proceedings on Wednesday, Pietermaritzburg high court judge Nkosinathi Chili dismissed Zuma's request, citing insufficient evidence that Downer's involvement could violate Zuma's right to a fair trial.
- Despite the unfavorable outcome, Zuma intends to lodge an appeal and suggests pausing the trial indefinitely to strategize the next steps.
- Following Downer's insistence on setting trial dates promptly, both parties agreed to delay the trial until a 'pretrial conference' scheduled for May 17.
Swallows’ remaining league matches are ‘cup finals’, says goalkeeper Akpeyi: Moroka Swallows goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi says they must win their remaining 10 DStv ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-03-23-swallows-remaining-league-matches-are-cup-finals-says-goalkeeper-akpeyi/
Mapisa-Nqakula under scrutiny: The speaker’s attempts to stall her arrest resulted in the state revealing the damning charges she faces
mg.co.za/politics/2024-03-28-mapisa-nqakula-under-scrutiny/
‘Their threat up front is huge’: City coach Tinkler wary of Kaizer Chiefs: Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler says meeting Kaizer Chiefs straight after Fifa ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2024-03-27-their-threat-up-front-is-huge-city-coach-tinkler-wary-of-kaizer-chiefs/
Ireland to intervene in South Africa genocide case against Israel at ICJ: Irish FM said events in Gaza represent the ‘blatant violation of international ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/28/ireland-to-intervene-in-south-africa-genocide-case-against-israel-at-icj
Eskom’s 12% price hike no April Fools’ joke: Some consumers might believe it to be an April Fool's joke but TimesLIVE can confirm that Eskom's 12% ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-29-eskoms-12-price-hike-no-april-fools-joke/
South Africa – Why is Naledi Pandor under Attack by Jewish Board?: Whatever the case, Karen Milner's broadside against Minister Naledi Pandor ...
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Is God good to everyone?: If He is, then when will people like me get to experience his abundant goodness and mercy?
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Lone wolf — scientists detail first recording of a single orca killing a white shark
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-24-scientists-detail-first-recording-of-single-orca-killing-white-shark/
Africa’s Biggest Economies Set to Diverge From EM Path, Hold Rates: Central banks in Africa’s biggest economies are set to diverge from their emerging-market ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-19/africa-s-biggest-economies-set-to-hold-interest-rates-as-inflation-risks-linger
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Falling from a bridge: 45 dead in bus accident in South Africa: 45 people were killed in a bus accident in South Africa. The bus went off a bridge and fell into ...
diepresse.com/18319825/von-bruecke-gestuerzt-45-tote-bei-busunglueck-in-suedafrika
Poor governance exacerbates South Africa’s water crisis: South Africa is a semi-arid country whose rainfall patterns are changing as a result of global warming ...
mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-03-23-poor-governance-exacerbates-south-africas-water-crisis/
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula: South Africa investigators raid home of speaker of parliament
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68605237
Quick Glance: Police Operation at Mapisa-Nqakula's Residence, ID Concludes Investigations
- The residence of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula in Johannesburg was searched by members of the Investigating Directorate (ID).
- About six officials arrived in three unmarked cars and were on site until mid-morning.
- A photographer from this publication visited the house and observed several vehicles with police officers.
- The investigation began six months ago and was known to only a few within the ID.
South Africa Starts Process of Allowing Private Rail Network Use: South Africa’s state logistics company has begun the process of allowing private companies to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-16/south-africa-starts-process-of-allowing-private-rail-network-use
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Liquidators told FNB to stop payments as Zuma defaults on VBS loan: Eight years after taking a multimillion-rand loan from now defunct VBS Mutual Bank ...
timeslive.co.za/politics/2024-03-20-liquidators-told-fnb-to-stop-payments-as-zuma-defaults-on-vbs-loan/
Blast from the past: 'Terror' Mathebula stopped at Orlando Stadium: Today in SA sport history
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-03-27-blast-from-the-past-terror-mathebula-stopped-at-orlando-stadium/
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South Africa: No arrest imminent for embattled speaker of parliament until April 2 | Africanews
africanews.com/2024/03/26/south-africa-no-arrest-imminent-for-embattled-speaker-of-parliament-until-april-2/
MPC holds repo rate at multi-year high: Inflation is now expected to return to the Reserve Bank’s midpoint target at the end of 2025 ...
mg.co.za/business/2024-03-27-mpc-holds-repo-rate-at-multi-year-high/
South Africa Inflation Expectations Dip Before Rate Meeting: South African inflation expectations declined for the next two years, providing the central bank ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-19/south-african-inflation-expectations-dip-ahead-of-rate-meeting
WATCH | #BBMzansi’s Yolanda apologises for inappropriate comments: “I apologise for disappointing most people who wanted to see me up there.”
timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2024-03-19-watch--bbmzansis-yolanda-apologises-for-inappropriate-comments/
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