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Five arrested in South Africa over election-related charges
South African police have arrested five people on charges related to the upcoming 2026 local government elections.
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South African Man Arrested for Alleged Murder of Businessman
A 31-year-old man, Thandazani Ngcongo, has been arrested in connection with the murder of a businessman, Sibonelo Thembalethu "Vacca" Ngema, in Verulam, South Africa.
South Africa
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Thierry Henry's Influence on Orlando Pirates Coach Abdeslam Ouaddou
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou reveals Thierry Henry's influence on his coaching philosophy after the Soweto Derby win.
South Africa
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Young and Undecided Voters Could Shape South Africa's Local Elections
Undecided and young voters in South Africa may influence coalition outcomes in the local government elections.
South Africa
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South African voters head to the polls: A guide to voting on 4 November
South Africans vote on November 4 in the 2026 Local Government Elections to choose councillors and political parties for municipal councils.
South Africa
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South Africa's Law Enforcement Agencies Ready for Municipal Elections
Law enforcement agencies in South Africa are on high alert as millions prepare to vote in municipal elections.
South Africa
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2 Million Set to Vote in eThekwini Municipality
2 million people in eThekwini, South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province, are set to vote in the local government elections.
South Africa
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Excerpt from Deon Meyer's Latest Thriller, Scorpio Rising, Released
A new thriller by Deon Meyer, Scorpio Rising, entwines local and international threats in South Africa.
South Africa
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Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history as first black woman elected governor of US state
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia governor's race, making history as first black woman elected governor of a US state.
South Africa
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Eastern Cape PR councillor candidate disqualified over attempted ballot theft
Eastern Cape PR councillor candidate arrested for attempted ballot theft, disqualified from 2026 municipal elections
South Africa
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Scottish star Dougray Scott praises South Africa filming experience for 'Invisible'
Dougray Scott talks about playing a sociopath in 'Invisible' and his experience filming in South Africa.
South Africa
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Triumphant Proteas can improve further, says Conrad
South Africa's cricket team secured a historic 2-1 series victory against Australia at Newlands, with coach Shukri Conrad praising the team's resilience and emphasising room for improvement.