There are now panicked attempts to downplay what happened.

The only happy creatures were the mosquitoes.

It was an agonising way for Morocco’s campaign to end.

The signing “marks a practical step toward strengthening football development in Southern Africa.”

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Persistent heavy rains have caused severe floods, which have damaged homes and infrastructure in Limpopo.

Former champions the Sunrisers beat the title holders by seven wickets with one ball to spare in their last round-robin match of the season.

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“It was such a great game, such a great moment. The energy from the crowd was amazing. That lifted me up so much”.

People have been urged be extra careful when dealing with social networks.

Riveiro has been without a club since he was sacked by Al-Ahly in August last year.

Persistent heavy rains have caused severe floods which have damaged homes and infrastructure.

Hlophe was suspended after domestic altercation allegations.

Ramaphosa gave an order to Defence Minister Angie Motshekga to ensure Iran withdraws from the week long “Will for Peace 2026.”

The vehicle the MEC was travelling in was swept away by floodwaters in Chokwé, southern Mozambique.

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Minister Angie Motshekga established a board of inquiry to investigate Iran’s participation in a naval drill in South African waters.

“So it’s just for us to make sure that we fight hard to go back where we belong,” Modiba said.