South Africa
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Security industry urges tougher action on cash-in-transit gangs
South African security industry leaders call for intelligence-led law enforcement to combat violent cash-in-transit robberies.
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SHIFT Gaming Experience crowns national champions at Canal Walk
Over 42,000 people participated in Hyprop's SHIFT Gaming Experience, with national finals held at Canal Walk in Cape Town, crowning champions in three titles.
South Africa
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South African Charity Aims to Break Record for Most People in Ice Baths to Support Student Dreams
A South African charity, Solidariteit Helpende Hand, is attempting to break a record for the most people in ice baths at once to raise funds for student loans.
South Africa
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Transnet invests in restoring reliability of SA’s iron ore rail corridor
Transnet invests R8.9 billion to restore South Africa's iron ore rail corridor, aiming to boost freight rail capacity and exports.
South Africa
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Five dead as Hurricane Simon, Rachel pummel Mexico's Pacific coast
Rains and flooding from Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel in Mexico have left five people dead, authorities said Monday.
South Africa
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France Braces for Fresh Nationwide Student Demonstrations
France readies for fresh nationwide demonstrations supporting students protesting poor classroom conditions, with authorities and participants wary of further violence.
South Africa
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Jacob Zuma recovering in Pietermaritzburg hospital, MKP and foundation say
Former South African President Jacob Zuma is recovering well in a Pietermaritzburg hospital after being hospitalized last week, according to the uMkhonto weSizwe Party and his foundation.
South Africa
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Over 200,000 Gauteng Matric Candidates Set to Write Exams
More than 200,000 matric candidates in Gauteng are set to write their National Senior Certificate exams, a record number for the province.
South Africa
3 min
South African Transport Minister Rejects Additional Funding for Road Accident Fund
South Africa's Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has confirmed that the Road Accident Fund (RAF) will not receive additional government funding.
South Africa
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Waste Fires Persist in South Africa Despite R150-Million Rehabilitation Project
Recurring waste fires and smoke from illegal dumping continue to affect residents near the decommissioned Kya Sands landfill in South Africa, despite a R150-million rehabilitation project.
South Africa
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Rand exchange rates today: USD, GBP, EUR and AUD on 13 October 2026
The rand's major exchange rates provide an early guide to the cost of imports, overseas travel and foreign-currency payments for South African consumers and businesses.
South Africa
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SA Youth connects employers with millions of young talent
SA Youth links businesses to 5-million registered young work-seekers