From Jacob Zuma being set free after his 15-month prison sentence officially came to an end; to nearly 200 dying in Niger floods… Read these and other stories making the headlines from around the African continent.
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Police constable narrowly escapes death after being hit by a bullet during shootout
A police constable narrowly escaped death when he was hit by a bullet in the leg during a shootout with suspects in Hendrina, Nelspruit. Read more…
Nearly 200 dead in Niger floods
Flooding caused by heavy rains in the West African state of Niger has claimed nearly 200 lives and affected more than a quarter of a million people, the Civil Protection Service said on Thursday, describing the toll as one of the highest on record. Read more…
SEE | ‘Death is not something to be mocked’ – Tweeps react to matric dance coffin entrance
The matric dance season is upon us and matriculants are pulling all the stops to ensure their special day is as memorable as can be – from stunning to outrageous outfits coupled with the flashy rides dropping them off. Read more…
Algerian, Spanish gas firms agree to ‘revise’ prices
Algerian state energy firm Sonatrach has agreed with Spanish buyer Naturgy to revise prices on gas deliveries through a key undersea pipeline, it said on Thursday, as Europe gears up for a winter energy crunch. Read more…
Police launch search operation for 18-year-old girl last seen at a birthday party
Police have launched a search operation for a missing 18-year- old girl, Miracle Eunice Gafane, from Makhuva Village, outside Giyani. Read more…
Kenya lobby groups protest lifting of ban on GM crops
Activists and agriculture lobby groups on Thursday urged Kenya’s government to reverse its decision to lift a long-standing ban on genetically modified crops as the country struggles with a crippling drought. Read more…
Jacob Zuma’s 15-month prison sentence has officially ended
Former South African President Jacob Zuma’s prison sentence has officially ended, the Department of Correctional Services reportedly said on Friday. Read more…
French-backed ‘Foundation for Democracy’ launched in Africa
A French-backed forum to promote democracy among young people in Africa began life on Friday, a year after the idea was unveiled at a French-African summit. Read more…
LOOK! Connie Ferguson at 52 has better abs than most people in their 20’s!
South African actor and producer, Connie Ferguson, is 52 years of age, but does not at all look it. Her dedication to her health and fitness perhaps plays a big part in her ageing so well. Read more…
‘Calm’ South Africa down India in rain-hit ODI
Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller hit unbeaten half-centuries to set up a nine-run win for South Africa in a rain-reduced opening one-day international against India on Thursday. Read more…
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