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What we know about Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz
What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?

Ferreira expects tough fight against Simwaka
It was a thriving community and home to several thousands of coloureds, Malays, Indians and whites in the decades before the 1970s.Nowadays it faces significant challenges with high rate of crime, poverty, prostitution and drug abuse.

Most expensive resort ever built in South Africa gets ready to open its doors
KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast R2 billion mega-resort has officially received its occupation certificate.

Modi’s BJP conquers Bengal, one of India’s toughest political frontiers
West Bengal’s verdict could reshape not just the state’s politics, but the future trajectory of Modi’s BJP.

Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court
Birmingham’s Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.
Malawi: Msundwe Fired Up As Needy Students Receive Education Support
[Nyasa Times] More than 30 needy students from various secondary schools across Malawi have received educational support, including upkeep items such as soap, notebooks, pens, lotion, and other learning materials.
News24 | Europe ‘heard’ Trump on defence, says NATO chief Rutte, as US pulls troops from Germany
Europeans have “heard” US President Donald Trump’s message of frustration over the Iran war and are “stepping up”, NATO chief Mark Rutte said after Washington announced it would withdraw 5 000 troops from Germany.

Playing back when unable to penetrate defence is not Mnini’s cup of tea
Joel ‘Ace’ Mnini says defenders must be under pressure
Tanzania: Relief for Students As MP Delivers Water Pipes
[Daily News] Kilimanjaro — STUDENTS of Toroha Secondary School in Mwanga District, Kilimanjaro Region, are set to be spared long treks in search of water after area Member of Parliament, Ngwaru Maghembe, donated pipes to improve water access at the school.
16% of Parents Help Their Children Bypass Online Age Checks, Study Finds. One 15-Year-Old Just Uses a Fake Moustache
The Independent reports that “more than a third of children in the UK have found a way around age verification measures” for social media sites and other online platforms. And new research from online safety organisation Internet Matters “suggests one in six parents have helped their child to get past age verification checks, with children reporting ‘tricking’ platforms into thinking they are...
Tanzania: Dr Samia Blesses Form V1 Students, Teachers Engaged in Their Final Exams
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has wished success to Form Six students and teacher training college students sitting for their final examinations, urging them to remain calm, honest, and confident.

Here’s what you need to know about newly-promoted PSL side Kruger
Village Boys ride unbeaten home streak to top-flight promotion
Tanzania: Over 133,000 Candidates Sit for Acsee Exams Today
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — A TOTAL of 133,655 registered candidates are sitting for the 2026 Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE), which begins today across Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.

Montoya demands penalties for drivers disrespecting F1
Speaking on The Chequered Flag Podcast, former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya calls for heavy penalties, including fines or race bans, for drivers who disrespect the sport and the championship’s direction. Montoya’s comments follow Red Bull’s Max Verstappen’s open criticism of the 2026 F1 regulations.

SA health department conducts contact tracing after confirming hantavirus deaths
A British national is being treated for hantavirus in an undisclosed hospital in Sandton after falling ill while on a cruise.

Securex South Africa 2026 – five expos under one roof
One free badge gives access to five co-located shows covering security, safety, facilities, fire and energy.

Orlando Pirates’ expected starting 11 vs Stellenbosch FC
Soweto giants Orlando Pirates continue their quest for the 2025/26 Betway Premiership title dream, visiting Stellenbosch FC in Cape Town.
Africa’s Travel Indaba to drive economic growth
Africa’s Travel Indaba to drive economic growth
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says Africa’s Travel Indaba is a powerful celebration of the continent’s extraordinary potential to drive economic growth through tourism.
“This is where travel industry professionals gather, including tour operators, hotels, airlines and tourism boards to showcase products, network, negotiate deals...

PICTURES: Runners conquer wild beauty of RMB Ultra-Trail Drakensberg
Last weekend saw runners take on the RMB Ultra-Trail Drakensberg (RMB UTD), one of South Africa’s premier trail running events.