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South African Voters' Confusion in Municipal Elections
Many South African voters struggle to distinguish between municipal and national elections.
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South African Court Hears Case on Protests Near Refugee Centre
A Durban high court judge has questioned police on their inaction against armed men marching in Durban, as the state seeks to halt protests near a refugee reception centre.
South Africa
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Johnson, Khan Granted Bail in Assault and Defeating Ends of Justice Cases
Former South African officials Andrea Johnson and Maj-Gen Feroz Khan granted bail in assault and defeating ends of justice cases
South Africa
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8Figurez Embraces Afrofusion Sounds and Explores UK Market
SA-based Nigerian artist 8Figurez releases seven-track EP, blending African influences with R&B and trap sounds.
South Africa
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Arrogance v confidence as Bucs meet Chiefs
Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs coaches Abdeslam Ouaddou and Fernando da Cruz address the media ahead of the Soweto derby.
South Africa
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Noah Wyle Named People's Sexiest Man Alive
Noah Wyle, star of HBO's The Pitt, has been named People's Sexiest Man Alive, a honour he initially thought was a prank.
South Africa
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Netherlands Pulls Out of Eurovision Song Contest Over Israel's Participation
Netherlands withdraws from Eurovision citing sensitivity over Israel's participation
South Africa
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Valiant Swart Performs Hit Song on TV Show
Valiant Swart sings 'Die skoene moet jy dra' on TV program Hoor Hoor.
South Africa
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No safe water, no other choice in Bronkhorstspruit
Contaminated river water and failures in the municipal wastewater treatment system have left residents facing a public health crisis in Bronkhorstspruit, South Africa.
South Africa
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Emulate OR Tambo’s values
As South Africa prepares for municipal elections, citizens are urged to emulate Oliver Reginald Kaizana Tambo's values of selflessness, unity, and determination to demand better governance.
South Africa
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South African Police Seek Urgent Court Order to Prevent Violence
South African police have applied for an urgent court order to prevent a march and potential violence by a group called 'March and March' in Thekwini.
South Africa
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Various Events to Take Place in KwaZulu-Natal This Weekend
Several music, art, and theater events are scheduled to take place in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, over the weekend.