South Africa
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Bentley's Torcal Electric Vehicle Undergoes Rigorous Testing
Bentley's first electric vehicle, the Torcal, has completed over 1,000,000 km of testing in various conditions.
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The Real Sell-Out: Reevaluating South Africa's 1994 Settlement
South African writer Phapano Phasha argues that the 1994 settlement was not a sell-out, but a strategic necessity that handed the country a functioning democracy.
South Africa
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Inside the ANC-DA poll face-off
South Africa's ANC and DA prepare for local government polls, with experts predicting possible coalitions and a culture of respect across divides.
South Africa
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South Africa's Local Elections: A Test of Governing Competence
South Africa's local government elections will test parties' ability to govern effectively, with many municipalities struggling with infrastructure, finances, and corruption.
South Africa
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I-DA takes KZN government to court over Ndumeni municipality
I-DA takes KZN government to court over failure to dissolve Ndumeni municipality
South Africa
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Suliman Carrim returns to court for bail hearing in vehicle smuggling case
North West businessman Suliman Carrim faces allegations of fraud, attempted theft and money laundering linked to an alleged cross-border vehicle smuggling operation.
South Africa
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Less than 1% of social grants allocated to qualifying foreign nationals in South Africa
SASSA reveals that less than 1% of South Africa's social assistance budget was allocated to qualifying foreign nationals during the 2025/26 financial year.
South Africa
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Residents near flooded Limpopo river build makeshift bridge
Frustrated residents near Burgersfort in Limpopo build a new, unstable makeshift bridge over the swollen Tubatse River to access their local clinic.
South Africa
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South Africa's 2026 Local Government Elections: Over 600 Parties Vie for Seats
Hundreds of parties contest South Africa's local government elections, sparking debate on the impact of proliferation on voters and democracy.
South Africa
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Ukraine Halts Strikes on Russian Refineries Amid US Pressure
Ukraine pauses strikes on Russian refineries after reported pressure from US President Donald Trump
South Africa
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Discovering Hidden Gems in Hillbrow: An Exotic Food Tour
A guided food tour in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, offers a sensory overload of flavors, sights, and sounds, showcasing the area's diverse cultural heritage and community-driven initiatives.
South Africa
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Air Chefs CEO Seshibe Proposes Separation After Guilty Verdict
Air Chefs CEO Matshela Seshibe proposes separation after being found guilty in internal disciplinary process