South Africa
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New Councils Must Prioritize Water Security in South Africa
Johannesburg residents face uncertain water supplies, prompting concerns about the ability of new councils to address the issue.
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Khoza threatens PSL may move Soweto derby to Moses Mabhida
Premier Soccer League chairman Irvin Khoza hints at moving the Soweto derby from FNB Stadium to Moses Mabhida Stadium due to crowd control issues.
South Africa
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South Africa's 2026 Elections to Test Liberation Movement's Legacy
South Africans vote in local government elections on November 4, 2026, amid a crisis of confidence in the political system.
South Africa
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Summer heat exacerbates diabetes management in South Africa
Rising temperatures disrupt blood sugar, hydration, and medication storage for millions living with diabetes in South Africa.
South Africa
3 min
Agrizzi to appeal R1.66bn Bosasa confiscation order
Angelo Agrizzi to appeal against a Gauteng High Court order compelling him to pay the state R1.66 billion linked to corruption involving Bosasa government contracts.
South Africa
3 min
Two BMA Officials Arrested for Stamping Expired Passports of Foreign Nationals
Two Border Management Authority officials arrested in Mpumalanga for allegedly stamping expired passports of foreign nationals in exchange for payment.
South Africa
3 min
South Africa Urged to Boost Voter Turnout to Revitalize Local Government
South Africans are urged to vote in massive numbers on November 4 to break the cycle of unstable coalitions and poor governance in local government.
South Africa
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92-year-old voter urges South Africans not to take their vote for granted
Elderly residents in Durban encourage South Africans, particularly young people, to exercise their democratic right to vote.
South Africa
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Service delivery failures and unemployment shape voter sentiment ahead of local elections
Frustration over poor service delivery, unemployment and unfulfilled promises is growing among voters ahead of South Africa's November 4 Local Government Elections.
South Africa
3 min
Callum Dreyer Wins Team SA's First Gold at Youth Olympics
Callum Dreyer, 16, wins gold in rowing coastal beach sprints solo at 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.
South Africa
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Electoral Commission of South Africa Raises Concerns Over Misinformation
South Africa's Electoral Commission expresses concern over misinformation spread on social media, amid the country's local government elections.
South Africa
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Joburg Accused of Using Workers as 'Political Pawns' in Last-Minute Wage Deal
City of Johannesburg announces multibillion-rand salary agreement for 35,000 municipal workers hours before local government elections