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‘Black Panther’ actress Connie Chiume dies aged 72

The veteran South African actress, who also starred in Beyoncé’s musical film 'Black Is King'. The South African government has stated that "her outstanding work will always be remembered.”

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Ramaphosa's coalition presidency

Various African heads of state gathered in Pretoria for the swearing-in of Cyril Ramaphosa as South Africa's president for a second term.

South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected for second term

Ramaphosa was re-elected after his party struck a dramatic late coalition deal with a former political foe just hours before the vote.

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Tornadoes devastate South African town, killing 11 and displacing thou

A severe storm, including tornadoes, devastated Tongaat in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, leaving at least 11 dead and over 1,000 displaced.

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South Africa

ANC party loses its 30-year majority

The African National Congress party lost its parliamentary majority in a historic election result on Saturday that puts South Africa on a new political path for the first time since the end of the apartheid system of white minority rule 30 years ago.

Netherlands

Top UN court rules Israel should cease Rafah offensive

The ICJ — whose rulings are legally binding although lack means of direct enforcement — also ordered Israel to open the Rafah border crossing for humanitarian aid.

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Jacob Zuma barred from election by high court decision

Former South African President Jacob Zuma has been disqualified from running for Parliament due to a previous criminal conviction.

South Africa

South Africa's controversial former president Jacob Zuma holds rally

Former South African President Jacob Zuma launched his newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party's manifesto at a rally in Johannesburg on Saturday.

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WATCH: Pro-Israel protesters rally outside ICJ

Dozens of pro-Israel protesters gathered outside the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday as Israel defended itself against South Africa's demand to halt its military actions in Gaza.

Business

Miner Anglo American rejects BHP’s ‘opportunistic’ takeover bid

The UK miner says the €36 billion offer from its rival is ‘significantly’ too low.

South Africa

Bus plunges off South Africa bridge, killing 45

An 8-year-old is the only survivor and is being treated for serious injuries.

Destinations

Conservation meets luxury at this South African safari destination

Lepogo Lodges in South Africa offer luxury safaris - so far, so normal - but are also serious about protecting the surrounding wilderness for generations to come.

Green News

Activists renew call for live export ban after grim discovery

As animal rights groups react in horror to the discovery, what is the situation on live exports around the world?

Israel

Euroviews. The ANC’s Israel deflection strategy is cynical and wrong

Instead of making claims that are nothing short of modern-day blood libels against Jews, the ANC should be working to create a safer and more transparent democracy for the people of South Africa, Charles Asher Small writes.

Netherlands

What are the merits of South Africa’s genocide case against Israel?

South Africa’s genocide case against Israel will start to be heard this week at the International Court of Justice in The Hague - so what will happen in the court?

South Africa

Athlete Oscar Pistorius released from prison, say authorities

Pistorius has served nearly nine years of his 13 years and five months murder sentence for killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine’s Day 2013.

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MTN & Huawei power the 5G revolution in South African coal mines

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MTN’s 5G mining deployment is making waves in South Africa as the coal industry moves towards ground-breaking digitisation.

South Africa

South African runner Pistorius granted parole

Pistorius was at the height of his fame and one of the world’s most admired athletes when he killed Steenkamp. He shot her multiple times in the bathroom of his Pretoria villa in the predawn hours with his licensed 9mm pistol.

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Watch: Thousands march in pro-Palestinian demonstration in Cape Town

Pretoria has long been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, with the ruling African National Congress (ANC) often linking it to its own struggle against apartheid.

France

South Africa beats England and sails through to Rugby World Cup final

England led for the entire match before Handre Pollard's boot — from about 50 metres — swung the Springboks into a second straight Rugby World Cup final at the very end and cruelly denied the English again.