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Shaming Israel for Gaza genocide could embolden it, unless it is punished
Calling genocide by its name means nothing without action to stop it.
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Calling genocide by its name means nothing without action to stop it.
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In the 70s and 80s, South Africa hit Zambia, Angola, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique. Israel’s struck 8 nations this year.
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The European Commission also proposes sanctions on ‘extremist ministers’ in the Israeli government and violent settlers.
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Prosecutors have revealed a digital trove of evidence in the case against Charlie Kirk’s accused killer.
South Africa
Matlala is facing charges of attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder and money laundering.
South Africa
The ANC in the Free State says it will not hesitate to withdraw the names of several mayors, who are clinging to power after being instructed to resign, from the party’s list held by the IEC.
South Africa
KZN Transport partners with vehicle testing body to curb fraudulent certificates
The KwaZulu-Natal Transport Department has announced a partnership with the Vehicle Testing Association (VTA) to clamp down on private vehicle testing stations issuing fraudulent roadworthy certificates.
This follows a spate of learner transport accidents in the Umgungundlovu District, with three...
South Africa
Three suspects are accused of stealing $580 000 from Phala Phala farm in Bela Bela.
World
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
World
Yulia Navalnaya is urging the two laboratories she says found her husband was poisoned to release their findings.
World
The leader of the Unification Church, Han Hak-ja, appeared for questioning by prosecutors over alleged involvement in bribing the wife of ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol as part of a criminal probe into the former first couple.
World
Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, said two foreign laboratories had carried out tests on biological samples obtained from her husband that showed he was poisoned.
Africa
Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet is aiming to become just the third woman to clinch a 5,000m-10,000m double at the World Athletics Championships.
Africa
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.
Africa
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.
Africa
Tanzania’s 2025 general elections campaign has taken a dramatic turn after the removal of the Alliance for Change and Transparency (ACT Wazalendo) party’s candidate — former minister and outspoken legislator Luhaga Mpina — from the presidential race. The decision announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) is widely seen as strengthening President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s […]
Business
Legislators in the United States Senate have hit South Africa with a second proposed bill to compel Washington to review its relations with Pretoria, sanction the ANC, and kick the country out of AGOA.
Business
UK Inflation has fallen from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.
Business
Following a surprise drop in inflation in August, some economists believe South Africa could see two more cuts to interest rates this year.
Business
Staff are being laid off with “reduced or zero pay” following a cyber attack, which has forced the carmaker to shut down, Unite union claims.
Politics
Mkhwanazi says there should be some intervention in the criminal justice system to avert collapse.
Politics
Motau says in phase three, Mkhwanazi will be recalled back, where his testimony will be tested.
Politics
The MK Party has questioned the timing of the commission’s commencement
Politics
Thapelo Matlala is accused of corruption and interfering in supply chain processes.
Sport
Emma Raducanu is missing the Billie Jean King Cup to focus on the WTA Tour.
Sport
English defender Lloyd Kelly is shining at Juventus after a brief spell at Newcastle United.
Sport
British number one Emma Raducanu overcomes her emotions to battle to victory against Jaqueline Cristian in the first round of the Korea Open.
Sport
Great Britain’s Zharnel Hughes advances to the semi-finals of the men’s 200m, along with US star Noah Lyles and Australian teenager Gout Gout.
Education
An essay series led by the archivist whom President Trump fired will feature voices from across the political spectrum, including those of George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
Education
Education
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba — The Amhara Regional Education Bureau has announced that only 21% of the expected high school students have registered so far, despite the official start of student registration on 25 August 2025.
Education
[GroundUp] Jongikhaya teachers and learners share broken pit toilets
Lifestyle
Activists marked Donald Trump’s second UK visit with large protests, projecting giant images of him and Jeffrey Epstein on to Windsor Castle.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Sizwe Dhlomo publicly scoffs as The Kiffness claims he lost a R500,000 brand campaign after defending Charlie Kirk, sparking debate.
Lifestyle
A man appeared before the Worcester Magistrate’s Court this week for the illegal possession of abalone and other marine life.
Entertainment
Entertainment
The single will be released this Friday.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Science/Tech
Melon Mobile is reshaping South Africa’s mobile connectivity landscape by putting customer service at the centre.
Science/Tech
Footage shared on social media shows burning wreckage on the ground after the mid-air collision.
Science/Tech
Paratus has partnered with OneWeb to deliver low-latency LEO satellite connectivity across Africa’s remote regions.
Science/Tech
The ultrathin iPhone Air is better than you’d expect, but it still costs too much for just a slim frame.
Motoring
Motoring
Fully approved by the Blue Oval, the appearance packages are dealer-fitted options available before a vehicle’s delivery.
Motoring
Motoring
Newly uncovered report alleges the Touareg will become part of the ID range as the third combustion nameplate after the Polo and Golf to be reimagined as an EV.
Health
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
Health
Susan Monarez is set to provide her first detailed account of her ouster in testimony before the Senate Health Committee on Wednesday.
Health
The taboo against pork is deeply entrenched in both religious traditions. But the prohibition is not absolute.
Health
Immigrant detainees are not receiving proper mental health care, lawyers and advocacy groups say, and reports of suicide attempts are persistent.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.