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Russia doesn’t have capability to knock Ukraine out of war: Ex-US commander
Ben Hodges, who led US forces in Europe, says Western powers should overcome their fears of supporting Ukraine.
FRIDAY, 19 APRIL 2024, 12:37
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Ben Hodges, who led US forces in Europe, says Western powers should overcome their fears of supporting Ukraine.
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South Africa
The KwaZulu-Natal Christian Council has stepped in to mend relations between KwaZulu-Natal ANC leaders and IFP leader Thulasizwe Buthelezi, who is also the Zulu traditional prime minister.
South Africa
Eight people have been arrested for allegedly attacking police and damaging several police vehicles in Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, on Thursday.
South Africa
This brings to 42 the number of people who have been identified following the fatal crash in Limpopo
South Africa
Eight Nigerian nationals arrested and charged with public violence and malicious damage to property.
World
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World
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World
The House bills largely mirror a foreign aid package that passed the Senate in February, with aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The House has an additional bill targeting Iran, China and Russia.
World
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Africa
The train rammed into a lorry parked along the Tema-Mpakadan railway line, damaging its cabin area.
Africa
Gen Francis Ogolla was in the west of the country when his helicopter went down killing 10.
Africa
Sprinter Christine Mboma says an enforced hiatus impacted her mental health but she did not lose hope of a return.
Africa
A selection of the week’s best photos from across the continent and beyond.
Business
Higher prices put off shoppers as sales volumes overall stagnate in March.
Business
Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago hinted at the likely outcome for interest rates at the next MPC meeting.
Business
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Business
A huge new 540 MW power facility, combining solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage, has just been launched in the Northern Cape.
Politics
The ANC in Limpopo says it has welcomed over 1000 former EFF members.
Politics
Public Protector’s office to explain why Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s gratuity was withheld.
Politics
The province is also known for its political violence.
Politics
Opposition parties reacted with disappointment to Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink’s second SOCA.
Sport
The top three in Sunday’s Beijing half marathon have been stripped of their medals following an investigation into the controversial finish.
Sport
Global stars Mondo Duplantis, Faith Kipyegon and Sha’Carri Richardson will compete in the Diamond League season opener in Xiamen.
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs are expected to make wholesale changes next season after what has been a very disappointing campaign.
Sport
Coventry City boss Mark Robins tells Mark Clemmit how it was “written in the stars” for the Sky Blues to face his former club Manchester United in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.
Education
[Liberian Observer] The Education Advocacy Coalition recently concluded a meeting with lawmakers to rally for an increase in the national educational budget from 16.3 percent to 20 percent.
Education
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Education
The new regulations extended legal protections to L.G.B.T.Q. students and rolled back several policies set under the Trump administration.
Education
Pilot to explore how to repurpose unused school space to increase capacity for funded childcare
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A pilot will explore how to repurpose unused school space to support...
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
‘Mama Jack’ actor Chris April aka ‘Bra Spokes’ passed away in hospital at the age of 84 years. What caused his death?
Lifestyle
Entertainment
The South African musician and parody artist posted an election meme on his X timeline asking South Africans who they will be voting for, but the now viral meme struck the wrong chord.
Entertainment
Entertainment
In an interview last year, the entrepreneur from the Eastern Cape said he had lost between 30 to 35kg.
Entertainment
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Science/Tech
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Science/Tech
schwit1 shares a report from Reuters: Chinese government-linked hackers have burrowed into U.S. critical infrastructure and are waiting “for just the right moment to deal a devastating blow,” FBI Director Christopher Wray said on Thursday. An ongoing Chinese hacking campaign known as Volt Typhoon has successfully gained access to numerous American companies in telecommunications, energy, water...
Science/Tech
The Chinese smartphone maker unveils its V30 5G and V30e 5G devices in the South African market.
Science/Tech
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Motoring
Although shown on Chinese websites almost a year ago, Haval parent company, Great Wall Motors (GWM), has seemingly opted to…
Motoring
While approved for production form later this year, domestic market bound models will only become available towards the end of the year.
Motoring
Motoring
Updated Opel Corsa and Jeep Wrangler, turbo Citroen C3 and electric Fiat 500e introduced in 2024.
Health
As record heat enveloped the nation, the rate of emergency room visits increased compared with the previous five years, a sign of the major health risks of high temperatures.
Health
The change followed a sweeping review by England’s National Health Service that found “remarkably weak” evidence for youth gender treatments.
Health
The company has told countries that it can supply only 18.8 million of the 29.6 million doses it was contracted to deliver this year.
Health
After a drawn-out global controversy over the coronavirus, the W.H.O. has updated its classification of how pathogens spread through the air.
Nature
Sustainable Energy Africa is helping municipalities across the country build their capacity to register rooftop solar PV.
Nature
Corporate climate lobbying is recognised globally as a threat to effective climate change policy, the private and public sectors in SA do not perceive closed-door engagements to be problematic, write Caroline James and Emma Schuster.
Nature
While battery electric vehicles have dominated the transition conversation in transport, it’s looking increasingly likely that other technologies will also have a role to play.
Nature
South Africa is among 175 countries negotiating on a global treaty to end plastic pollution.