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Protesters trash H&M stores in South Africa over ‘racist’ ad

A H&M spokesperson told Euronews the label has temporarily closed its stores in South Africa for the safety of its employees and customers

South Africa

Train collides with truck in South Africa killing 12 and injuring 260

At least 12 people died and more than 260 were hurt when a passenger train collided with a truck in rural South Africa on Thursday, according to the country's transport minister.

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Deadly passenger train crash in South Africa

At least 12 people have died and dozens more were injured after a crash between a truck and a passenger train on the rail line between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg in South Africa.

South Africa

South African grannies take up boxing to keep fit

A group of elderly South African women are fighting off the aches and pains of old age through biweekly boxing sessions.

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Polish sailor rescued after drifting for 7 months in the indian Ocean

54-year-old Zbigniew Reket was heading for South Africa, where he intended to take up work, when his boat was severely damaged, leaving the sailor without navigation or communication systems.

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South Africa: 'Ramaphosa’s going to need all his skills'

Despite a rift in South Africa's ruling party, Andrew Meldrum, the acting Africa editor for Associated Press, told Euronews he doesn't think the ANC will split.

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What next for the ANC?

Cyril Ramaphosa heads up South Africa's ruling party.

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ANC elects new leader after a bruising battle

ANC elects new leader after bruising battle

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Shoppers in South Africa line up for Black Friday bargains

Shoppers in South Africa got up early to make the most of Black Friday, one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Zimbabwe

Smiles but no breakthrough in Mugabe mediation

Zimbabwe's veteran leader is reportedly refusing to step down despite a military takeover

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South Africa hit by storms and flash flooding

Johannesburg and the east of South Africa are battered by storms.

South Africa

Lion bite forces Wales rugby star to miss match

Fans and teammates have mocked Scott Baldwin over the injury

Sport

Ireland, France and South Africa vye to host Rugby World Cup

South Africa, Ireland and France all promise to hold the "best tournament ever" if chosen to host Rugby's World Cup

Cult

African contemporary art is now on the map

It's the largest museum in the world dedicated to Afraican contemporary art. The Zeitz MOCAA in now opened in Cape town, South Africa

Myanmar

Desmond Tutu's public plea to Aung San Suu Kyi

Archbishop Desmond Tutu makes a public plea to Aung San Suu Kyi to speak out about the situation of the minority Rohingya Muslims.

China

BRICS boost from China

China will give 500 million yuan (64 million euros) for a BRICS economic and technology cooperation plan.

South Africa

South Africa issues 'red alert' to stop Grace Mugabe from leaving country

Zimbabwe's first lady has asked for diplomatic immunity after being accused of assaulting 20-year-old model Gabriella Engels.

South Africa

South African President Jacob Zuma survives vote of no-confidence in parliament

South African President Jacob Zuma survives vote of no-confidence in parliament

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Protesters call for Zuma to go in South Africa

As the South African parliament votes on whether or not to withdraw confidence from President Zuma, protesters call for him to go outside.

South Africa

South Africa: Secret ballot puts Zuma fate in balance

MPs are having their say anonymously in a no-confidence motion in the president