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South Africa

Madlanga Commission hears testimony on Durban harbour drug seizure

Today at 10:25 AM, via SAnews

Madlanga Commission hears testimony on Durban harbour drug seizure

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System will today hear testimony relating to the seizure of a consignment of drugs at the Durban harbour on 22 June 2024, but proceedings will take place behind closed doors.

The testimony of Witness H...

South Africa

President Ramaphosa hails South32 investment as Hillside Aluminium marks 30 years

Today at 09:31 AM, via SAnews

President Ramaphosa hails South32 investment as Hillside Aluminium marks 30 years

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed Hillside Aluminium’s contribution to South Africa’s economy, skills development and job creation, while reaffirming government’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for investment and industrial growth.

Speaking at the 30th anniversary celebration of the...

South Africa

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Mayor leads relief efforts

Today at 09:30 AM, via SAnews

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Mayor leads relief efforts

Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Babalwa Lobishe has been conducting site visits across flood-affected communities to ensure the smooth progress of relief interventions as heavy rains continue to disrupt large parts of the metro.

By Thursday afternoon, more than 1 000 residents had been evacuated from flooded areas, with...

Politics

TIMELINE | Phala Phala farm case

Yesterday at 16:42 PM, via SABC News

Interactive timeline summarises key events since a large sum of money was stolen from Phala Phala.

Education

Tanzania: Mkenda Outlines Five Priorities in 2.394tri/ – Education Plan

Today at 09:51 AM, via AllAfrica

[Daily News] Dodoma — Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Professor Adolf Mkenda, has requested Parliament’s approval of a total budget of 2.394tri/- for the 2026/27 financial year, as his ministry seeks to implement five key priorities aligned with ongoing reforms in the education sector.

Science/Tech

Global Equity Rally Accelerates As Oil Pullback And AI Earnings Momentum Boost Investor Confidence

Today at 10:01 AM, via Tech Financials

Global markets are entering a renewed risk-on phase as easing inflation pressures, declining oil prices, and sustained demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure drive stronger investor appetite for equities and digital assets. According to research by Bitget Research, global equities continued to advance this week, led by technology and semiconductor stocks as investors reposition...

Motoring

Bad news about petrol supplies

Today at 08:07 AM, via TopAuto

Crude oil from petroleum-producing countries has fallen to a 36-year low due to the Middle East conflict.