South Africa
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Over 780,000 Special Votes Cast in South Africa on Day 1
Over 780,000 special votes were cast on the first day of voting in South Africa, despite delays at several voting stations.
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South Africans Urged to Use Their Vote to Bring About Positive Change
South Africans are being urged to use their vote wisely in the upcoming local government elections to bring about positive change and restore credibility in the relationship between polit...
South Africa
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South African Human Rights Commission Links Water Tanker Provision to Corruption
SAHRC raises concerns over continued use of water tankers, citing corruption and infrastructure neglect
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Scores of Cape Town voting stations unprepared for special voting
Special voting for South Africa's local government elections got off to a rocky start in Cape Town, with many stations unprepared and ballot papers delayed.
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Two Convicted in South Africa's Phala Phala Theft Case
Two accused found guilty in $580,000 theft from President Cyril Ramaphosa's farm
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South Africa Faces Challenges After Losing Agoa Benefits
South Africa's exclusion from Agoa affects exports to the US, but experts say it's not a catastrophe if Pretoria responds effectively.
South Africa
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South African Court Clarifies Liability for Slip-and-Fall Incidents on Private Property
Recent High Court ruling sheds light on premises safety and disclaimers in slip-and-fall cases
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Mokobodi and Masilela gush over Soweto derby experiences
Orlando Pirates players Thapelo Mokobodi and Simphiwe Masilela share their excitement after a 2-1 win over Kaizer Chiefs in the Soweto derby.
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Milford Coach Pupuma Confident in Team's Premiership Prospects
Milford coach Xanti Pupuma expects his team to gain confidence as they continue to adjust to life in the Premiership.
South Africa
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Bedingham dropped for Bangladesh series as Proteas recall Hamza
David Bedingham left out of Proteas squad for Bangladesh series after errors against Australia
South Africa
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Community Comes Together to Clear Roads into Lenasia
A collaborative effort led by JML N12 Patrollers clears debris from roads into Lenasia, South Africa, making them safer for motorists.
South Africa
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NTT DATA calls on businesses to rethink AI
NTT DATA hosts Imagine 2026 to discuss AI implementation in South Africa