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Faroe Islands scraps one of Europe’s strictest abortion laws
Politicians in the self-governing Danish territory have voted to overturn legislation which banned abortion in most cases.
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Politicians in the self-governing Danish territory have voted to overturn legislation which banned abortion in most cases.

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The City of Johannesburg owes contractors more than R72 million for water infrastructure projects that are currently being stalled.

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The electoral map could boost the Republican effort to shore up their majority in the coming 2026 midterm elections.
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In the last edition of Friday Briefing for the year we explore why the CRL commission’s move to set up a committee has sparked a religious freedom controversy and growing concerns that state control over religious practices may be imminent.

South Africa
Men and young people between the ages of 15 and 24 have been urged to get tested for HIV and AIDS

South Africa
Concern is rising over the issue of reckless and negligent driving during this period.

South Africa
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on special leave by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

South Africa
Discovery Bank, South Africa’s fastest-growing bank, announced a wide range of new digital features, product updates and partner offers as part of a major platform enhancement that expands its financial services ecosystem. The updates follow earlier improvements introduced this year in financial planning tools, digital security and personalised banking experiences. Among the newest additions...

World
Which countries are boycotting Eurovision and why?

World
The order is focused on applicants for H-1B visas, which are frequently used by tech companies and is part of a campaign by the Trump administration against online content moderation.

World
His Popular Forces group says Abu Shabab was shot while attempting to resolve a family dispute and not killed by Hamas.

World
Hong Kong’s chief executive has created an independent committee to investigate the causes of a deadly apartment blaze, as political pressure and popular frustration mount.

Africa
Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi’s social media accounts for violating their policy.

Africa
BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains when players will meet up with their countries at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Africa
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Africa
Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

Business
Authorities say alleged fraud on the app has caused millions of dollars in losses.

Business
James Daunt says booksellers instinctively have “disdain” for AI but it could be sold if clearly labelled.

Business
The widow and daughter of Jonathon Armstrong tell the BBC about the toll the Horizon scandal took on his health.

Business
Residents in two tower blocks see a large rise in their energy bills that were previously subsidised.

Politics
Allegations link Oscar Mabuyane to fraud during Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s funeral.

Politics
Mbalula warns that the SACP’s decision will have serious implications for elections

Politics
The DA insists the new recruits do not have the necessary qualifications for the posts

Politics
Masemola says the aim of the intervention is to fast-track service delivery

Sport
The Ukrainian Diving Federation wants diver Sofiia Lyskun to be stripped of all awards after the European champion switched her international allegiance to Russia.

Sport
Mohamed Salah could still be heading to the Saudi Pro League, Galatasaray will offer him a huge contract, and Real Madrid will rival Manchester United for a Greek wonderkid.

Sport
Orlando Pirates winger Oswin Appollis has made a significant impact in his debut season, contributing to 11 goals for the team. The 24-year-old South African international has scored five goals and provided six assists across all competitions. As the Pirates prepare for the Carling Knockout Cup final against Marumo Gallants this weekend, Appollis remains focused […]
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Sport
Stellenbosch FC midfielder Andre de Jong is set to join Orlando Pirates. The New Zealander, aged 29, has reportedly signed with the club after an earlier attempt to secure his transfer fell through in September. De Jong has made a notable impact in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) with eight goals and 11 assists over […]
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Education
Yoav Segev said he was harassed “for being Jewish and Israeli” during a campus protest in October 2023, an episode that had drawn the attention of Republicans in Washington.

Education
The child poverty strategy also includes making childcare more accessible for families on Universal Credit.
Education
The arc of mobile phones and social media may foretell the future of artificial intelligence in schools.
Education
[Vanguard] The University of Ilorin has conferred an Award of Excellence on the Governor of Zamfara State, Dr. Dauda Lawal, in recognition of his outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to public service, and notable contributions to national development.

Lifestyle
Only Afrikaner South Africans will be allowed to enter the US as refugees, the Trump administration confirmed this week…

Lifestyle
MaMkhize’s collection of branded booze has raked in half a million in another auction this week to recoup her tax debt…

Lifestyle
A year after her split from Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, Rachel has launched a movement titled ‘Falling Forward’. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Faf de Klerk’s wife Mine shared new photos of their newborn beautiful baby girl, Yuke de Klerk. Take a look at the newest ‘Bok baby’.

Entertainment
China’s envoy said Africa is entering a new phase of modernisation and global influence.

Entertainment
The DA turns to police and AfriForum as it accuses Eugene Modise of failing to disclose interests in a municipal contract.

Entertainment
Tshwane mayor Nasiphi Moya has called on residents to report damage caused by ongoing severe weather conditions.

Entertainment
It comes after Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla stepped down from her position in Parliament last week.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: A Donald Trump-backed push has failed to wedge a federal measure that would block states from passing AI laws for a decade into the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) told reporters Tuesday that a sect of Republicans is now “looking at other places” to potentially pass the measure. Other...
Science/Tech
alternative_right quotes a report from the Guardian: The statue looms and glints at more than 11 feet tall and weighing 3,500 pounds, looking out at the city with, how to put it … a characteristically stern expression? Despite its daunting appearance and history as a crimefighter of last resort, the giant new bronze figure of the movie character RoboCop is being seen as a symbol of hope,...

Science/Tech
On December 4, WIRED sat down with some of the biggest names in tech, culture, business, and science for a day full of in-depth interviews.

Science/Tech
George Foote, who served as the outside general counsel to the US Institute of Peace, said at WIRED’s Big Interview event that DOGE operatives arrived like a “strike team.”
Motoring

Motoring
This is how much you can expect to spend on petrol when driving to the beach this holiday season.
Motoring

Motoring
BYD has finally launched the new Sealion 5 in South Africa, a plug-in hybrid SUV that’s R100,000 cheaper than its closest competitor.
Health
Abbott Diabetes Care said it had received reports of more than 700 injuries that may be associated with malfunctioning sensors.

Health
Diseases like pneumonia and flu must be taken much more seriously, England’s chief medical officer Sir Chris Whitty says.

Health
Here’s a simple way to make sure your wants and needs are being heard.
Health
The federal vaccine panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is likely to decide on Thursday that the shots should be delayed for infants whose mothers test negative for the virus.