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  • South Africa Leads the Way in Real-Time Digital Payments
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    South Africa Leads the Way in Real-Time Digital Payments

    South Africa has achieved a significant milestone in the digital finance world, becoming the first nation to adopt Mastercard’s new real-time card payment system. This development signals a transformative shift in the country’s financial landscape, aimed at enhancing transaction efficiency by enabling banks to process payments instantly. The introduction of this system by Mastercard, a […] More

  • Waheed Hassan Released on Parole as Convicted Killer of Taliep Petersen
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    Waheed Hassan Released on Parole as Convicted Killer of Taliep Petersen

    Waheed Hassan, the man convicted for the murder of South African musician Taliep Petersen in 2006, has been officially released on parole. The announcement came from the Department of Correctional Services, sparking renewed public interest in one of the country’s most notorious cases of orchestrated murder. The murder of Taliep Petersen occurred during what was […] More

  • Hackers Breach Internet Archive, Expose 31 Million Users in Data Leak and DDoS Attack
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    Hackers Breach Internet Archive, Expose 31 Million Users in Data Leak and DDoS Attack

    Hackers have breached the Internet Archive’s systems, compromising sensitive information and launching a large-scale Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. The attack has exposed 31 million user credentials, including hashed passwords. While it remains unclear whether the data breach and the DDoS attack are connected, early signs suggest that a single threat actor may be […] More

  • Jürgen Klopp Addresses Backlash Over New Red Bull Role
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    Jürgen Klopp Addresses Backlash Over New Red Bull Role

    Jürgen Klopp has used social media to clarify his decision to accept a position with Red Bull, starting in 2025. The former Liverpool manager will assume the role of ‘Head of Global Soccer’ for the energy drink company from January 1, 2025. In this capacity, Klopp will oversee Red Bull’s network of football clubs across […] More

  • Concerns Over Pick n Pay’s Store Closures
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    Concerns Over Pick n Pay’s Store Closures

    Pick n Pay, one of South Africa’s longstanding retailers, is facing growing concern as it continues to shut down multiple supermarkets across the country. In a recent financial and operational update for the 21 weeks ending 21 July 2024, the company revealed that it had already closed sixteen supermarkets, including four corporate-owned and twelve franchise […] More

  • GNU Faces Criticism from SACP and Cosatu Over Worker Rights and Economic Crisis
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    GNU Faces Criticism from SACP and Cosatu Over Worker Rights and Economic Crisis

    Solly Mapaila, the General Secretary of the South African Communist Party (SACP), on Monday delivered a strong critique of the Government of National Unity (GNU), accusing it of betraying the country’s long-standing fight against colonialism. Mapaila’s sharp comments come in the wake of increasing concerns that the GNU’s policies may be undermining both the interests […] More

  • How Did 2023’s Extreme Weather Impact Global Water Resources
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    How Did Extreme Weather Impact Global Water Resources?

    In 2023, the world experienced a record-breaking rise in temperatures, contributing to severe disruptions in water availability, leading to prolonged droughts in several regions. This year’s extreme weather highlighted the growing vulnerability of global water systems. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) published its latest State of Global Water Resources report on Monday, October 7th. The […] More

  • Updating Your Phone Number for SASSA’s R350 Grant
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    Updating Your Phone Number for SASSA’s R350 Grant: A Step-by-Step Guide

    SASSA, the South African Social Security Agency, communicates important information regarding payment dates and SRD (Social Relief of Distress) grant status updates via phone and email. For beneficiaries who may have recently changed their phone numbers or lost their SIM cards, it’s essential to update these details in the R350 SRD grant application as soon […] More

  • Thousands Rally in Cape Town, Condemning Israel’s Actions in Gaza
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    Thousands Rally in Cape Town, Condemning Israel’s Actions in Gaza

    On Saturday, thousands of demonstrators marched through the heart of Cape Town, waving Palestinian flags and chanting anti-Israel slogans in a large-scale protest organized to mark the one-year anniversary of the Israel-Hamas conflict. The rally, led by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, saw a diverse crowd with placards accusing Israel of genocide and racism, as demonstrators […] More

  • COSATU Opposes Privatisation and Liquidation of SAPO
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    COSATU Opposes Privatisation and Liquidation of SAPO

    The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has taken a firm stance against proposals to either privatise or liquidate the South African Post Office (SAPO). This position reflects deep concern about the impact these measures would have, particularly on SAPO’s workforce, and highlights the federation’s discontent with the current management of the state entity. […] More

  • South Africa’s Court to Hear Impeachment Petition Against Ramaphosa
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    South Africa’s Court to Hear Impeachment Petition Against Ramaphosa

    The political spotlight in South Africa is once again focused on President Cyril Ramaphosa as the country’s Constitutional Court prepares to hear a petition next month aimed at reviving impeachment proceedings against him. The case stems from a scandal that shook the nation in June 2022, involving over $500,000 in cash hidden in a sofa […] More

  • Two Dutch Nationals Arrested for Drug Trafficking at OR Tambo International Airport
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    Two Dutch Nationals Arrested for Drug Trafficking at OR Tambo International Airport

    The South African Police Services (SAPS) apprehended two Dutch nationals involved in drug trafficking in separate incidents at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg. Both individuals were found in possession of Khat, a stimulant classified as an illegal substance in South Africa. According to the police, the suspects, aged 21 and 59, were detained while attempting […] More

  • Former Steinhoff CFO Andries ‘Ben’ La Grange Receives 10 Year Prison Sentence
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    Former Steinhoff CFO Andries ‘Ben’ La Grange Receives 10 Year Prison Sentence

    former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Andries ‘Ben’ La Grange has been sentenced to ten years in prison after pleading guilty to fraud amounting to over R300 million. This marks another chapter in the unfolding Steinhoff financial debacle that shook South Africa’s business world in 2017. La Grange was sentenced in the Pretoria Specialised Crimes Court, […] More

  • Telegram Confirms Sharing Data with Authorities in Criminal Cases
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    Telegram Confirms Sharing Data with Authorities in Criminal Cases

    Pavel Durov, CEO and co-founder of Telegram, disclosed on Wednesday that the messaging platform has been cooperating with legal authorities for several years, sharing information about criminal activities in line with privacy policies. This revelation comes as Durov continues to face legal challenges in France, where he has been detained since late August. The Russian […] More

  • India to Launch Ambitious Venus Mission in 2028
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    India to Launch Ambitious Venus Mission in 2028

    India’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has unveiled plans to send a satellite to Venus in 2028. This ambitious mission is part of India’s growing efforts to explore the solar system, including studying the Moon and Mars, with the program’s total budget standing at $147.1 million. The Venus mission represents one of […] More

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    Randall Williams on Factionalism and Leadership Struggles in the DA

    Former Tshwane Democratic Alliance (DA) Mayor Randall Williams has shed light on internal party dynamics and factionalism that led to his eventual ousting. In a candid interview, Williams spoke about what he described as persistent efforts by a faction within the DA to undermine his leadership, hinting at deeper divisions within the party and questioning […] More

  • Iran's Response Missile Strikes on Israel
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    Iran’s Response Missile Strikes on Israel

    On Tuesday, Tehran launched missile attacks on Israel, marking a direct retaliation for the recent assassinations of key leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRGC issued a statement explaining the reasons behind the strikes, linking them explicitly to the deaths of these prominent figures. Sky News captured this live. […] More

  • UAE Accuses Sudanese Army of Striking Diplomatic Residence Amid Tensions
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    UAE Accuses Sudanese Army of Striking Diplomatic Residence Amid Tensions

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made serious allegations against the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), accusing them of targeting the residence of its ambassador in Khartoum, the capital of the war-torn African nation. The UAE’s accusations arrive amidst ongoing conflict between Sudan’s army and rival paramilitary groups. However, the SAF has categorically denied the claims, […] More

  • Days of Our Lives Star Drake Hogestyn John Black Passes Away at 70
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    Days of Our Lives Star Drake Hogestyn (John Black) Passes Away at 70

    With deep sadness, the passing of beloved actor Drake Hogestyn has been announced. He courageously battled pancreatic cancer with unwavering strength and determination. Surrounded by his closest loved ones, Hogestyn passed away peacefully. In a statement, his family shared, “He was the most amazing husband, father, papa, and actor. He loved performing for the Days […] More

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