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South Africa
Defence to call second witness in Omotoso trial
Omotoso denies allegations that he groomed young girls for sexual favours.
South Africa
News24 | Cold war in Clifton as property mogul sues Selebi’s friend, interior design guru, over millions
Lines have been drawn in the sand in the battle of Clifton as two wealthy trustees of one of the most upmarket apartments on Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard are accused of misappropriating funds by a neighbour.
South Africa
News24 | ‘Out of kilter and excessive’: Senior executives of government entities rake in millions
Senior executives of five state-owned agencies, including four under the Department of Transport, pocketed R48.4 million in the past financial year.
South Africa
“Death of defence lawyer in Meyiwa trial could cause further delays”
Advocate Thulani Mngomezulu’s family confirmed his death yesterday.
World
News24 | ‘Greater good of the country’: US prosecutors fight plan to throw out Trump criminal conviction
Manhattan prosecutors renewed their opposition to US president-elect Donald Trump’s efforts to quash his hush money conviction, but accepted pausing the case while he is president.
World
Lawyer cites 300 potential cases against Diddy
US lawyer Tony Buzbee says he still receives daily calls with new allegations about the music mogul.
World
S Korea ex-minister linked to martial law move attempts to take his life
Former South Korean defence minister Kim Yong-hyun has attempted to take his life, an official said.
World
Australia PM condemns arson incident and anti-Israel graffiti
Police seek two suspects after a car was set ablaze and buildings were vandalised in Sydney.
Africa
News24 | Air strike on North Darfur market kills more than 100, says lawyers’ group
A Sudanese military air strike on a market in North Darfur killed more than 100 people on Monday, a pro-democracy lawyers’ group said Tuesday, in a war marked by claims of atrocities on all sides.
Africa
Sudan air strike causes ‘horrific massacre’ in a Darfur market
With violence escalating across the country, the attack took place as people gathered for a weekly market.
Africa
Kenya confident it will remain as CHAN 2024 co-host
Kenya’s sports minister is confident the country will co-host the 2024 African Nations Championships despite delays in renovating stadiums.
Africa
News24 | Constitutional Court rules Lungu can’t stand as a presidential candidate in Zambia
Former president Edgar Lungu cannot run for another term of office or any future presidential election, Zambia’s Constitutional Court ruled on Tuesday, closing the door on his planned challenge to incumbent Hakainde Hichilema in 2026.
Business
Business
Business
Business
Politics
Mashatile to address SACP’s Special National Congress
On the agenda is the SACP Central Committee’s resolution to contest the 2026 local elections.
Politics
News24 | EFF proposes new Afrikaans song to replace Die Stem, ‘never-again museum’ for apartheid statues
The EFF has set its sights on undoing apartheid’s legacy by dismantling associated symbols and transforming the sports, arts and culture space – and the party views “Die Stem” as one of the symbols it would remove if it ascended to government.
Politics
News24 | NCOP passes bill to fund ICJ case, e-tolls debt despite MK Party, FF Plus objections
The National Council of Provinces passed the Special Appropriation Bill on Tuesday with the DA’s “reluctant” support, while the ideologically unlikely duo of the MK Party and FF Plus objected.
Politics
SACP to review ANC alliance at its 5th Special National Conference
The four-day gathering comes at a time when the ANC-led alliance is facing a number of challenges
Sport
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs beat Sundowns to top target with low-ball offer?
Here we go, as Fabrizio Romano would say.
Sport
Inside Monaco’s academy – where future stars are forged
Inside Monaco’s prestigious academy, where young stars dream of emulating Thierry Henry and Kylian Mbappe.
Sport
How much do you know about ex-Arsenal and Monaco boss Wenger?
Take BBC Sport’s quiz about Arsene Wenger’s career at Monaco and Arsenal as the two clubs prepare to go head to head in the Champions League.
Education
Nigeria: Out-of-School Children Down to 700,000 in Borno – Governor
[Premium Times] Governor Zulum says the out-of-school children rates in the state have reduced by about 70 per cent in the last five years.
Education
South Africa: Deadline Looms for NSFAS Applications
[SAnews.gov.za] With five days left before the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) application process for the 2025 academic year closes, Higher Education and Training Minister, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane, has encouraged eligible students to submit their applications on time.
Education
Nigeria: Katsina Tertiary Institutions Declare 14-Day Warning Strike Over Salary Disparities
[Leadership] The Joint Consultative Forum (JCF) of Katsina State-owned tertiary institutions has declared a 14-day warning strike, beginning from December 9 to demand for the implementation of all approved salary structures by the National Salaries, Income, and Wages Commission.
Education
Uganda: Makerere Staff Threaten Fresh Strike Over Appointment Irregularities
[Nile Post] Staff say there is an attempt by the university management to overturn a Senate recommendation for the appointment of Prof Anthony Mugisha as Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
‘Grateful and blessed to keep going’: Manie Libbok after head injury
Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok is making headlines against the backdrop of his recent Instagram post after suffering a nasty head knock.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Unlock new levels of creativity with Galaxy S24 FE’s AI-powered camera
SPONSORED | This stylish smartphone’s stellar photographic capabilities are enhanced by artificial intelligence to bring out the best in every shot
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Sello Maake Ka-Ncube takes legal action after disclosure of HIV status
The actor is demanding a retraction and apology.
Entertainment
‘Empowering African women in animation is a necessity,’ says Triggerfish director
Triggerfish has collaborated with Unesco to grow the pool of women animators.
Science/Tech
SKYWORTH 24-inch portable Google TV – The perfect Christmas gift
The SKYWORTH 24-inch portable Google TV is the best gift for friends, family, and employees this festive season.
Science/Tech
Altron announces new appointments to support accelerated growth plan
Lauren Wilson has been appointed to the role of group executive of Altron’s Legal Department, with Zanele Salman taking over as group executive of Investor Relations.
Science/Tech
First Distribution proudly announces new partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to expand IT solutions portfolio
First Distribution will offer HPE’s portfolio of edge-to-cloud technologies, including AI, compute, storage and hybrid cloud solutions.
Science/Tech
The art of automating accounts payable
It’s vital to adhere to a structured approach to selecting the right accounts payable automation software.
Motoring
German Chancellor wants EV subsidiary for Europe
Plan to drive-up EV sales won’t at the cost of jobs in the automotive industry the chancellor has promised.
Motoring
Motoring
SA on pole position to host F1 Grand Prix at Kyalami [VIDEO]
With the Dutch Grand Prix falling off the Formula 1 calendar after 2026, South Africa may take over the spot on the F1 calendar.
Motoring
Health
Health Panel Endorses New Option for Cervical Cancer Screening
Starting at 30, women can collect their own vaginal samples for HPV testing at a doctor’s office.
Health
‘My autistic son had no safety net when in crisis’
A family whose autistic son died after being taken to a mental health unit raise concerns.
Health
Nobel Laureates Urge Senate to Turn Down Kennedy’s Nomination
Elevating Mr. Kennedy to secretary of H.H.S. “would put the public’s health in jeopardy,” more than 75 laureates wrote.
Health
Prioritise safety not A&E target, NHS leaders told
Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers message amid mounting concern about winter pressures.
Nature
News24 Business | Fine particle pollution blamed for nearly 240 000 EU deaths in 2022
Fine particle air pollution killed nearly 240 000 people in the European Union in 2022, a five percent fall on the previous year, the European Environment Agency said in a report published Tuesday.
Nature
News24 Business | Natural disasters cause R5.6 trillion in economic losses in 2024: Swiss Re
Natural disasters have caused an estimated $310 billion in economic losses around the world this year, swelling six percent from 2023 as the climate crisis takes its toll, reinsurance giant Swiss Re said Thursday.
Nature
News24 Business | US ‘disappointed’ after plastic pollution talks collapse: White House
The US government said Tuesday it was “disappointed” after nations negotiating a global treaty to curb plastic waste failed to reach a deal, blaming a “small group” of countries and producers for blocking progress.
Nature
News24 Business | OPINION | A growing emergency: climate-displaced children
Climate impacts are already impacting children globally, with children in the Global South experiencing the harshest climate impacts due to limited resources. They bear little responsibility but disproportionate risk, writes Bryony Fox.