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Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema this week took a swipe at President Cyril Ramaphosa and called for his immediate removal as the leader of South Africa. Read more…
Bomb kills at least five at DRC church
A bomb killed at least five people on Sunday after detonating in a church in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the army said. Read more…
Light aircraft crash kills 2 in Johannesburg
Two people reportedly died after a light aircraft crashed near Nasrec, south of Johannesburg on Sunday morning. Read more…
Togo’s opposition holds rare rally in the capital
An alliance of seven opposition parties in Togo held a peaceful rally on Saturday in the capital Lome, after two years of bans due to Covid restrictions or for security reasons. Read more…
Police says eight dead in Somalia bombing claimed by al-Shabaab
Police said on Sunday that eight people were killed in a roadside bombing claimed by Al-Shabaab in central Somalia where a major offensive is underway to retake territory from the jihadists. Read more…
Egypt unveils ancient royal tomb in Luxor
Egyptian authorities announced on Saturday the discovery of an ancient tomb in Luxor dating back around 3 500 years that archaeologists believe holds the remains of an 18th dynasty royal. Read more…
Over 60 people killed in east DRC province in 1 week
More than 60 people have been killed during a bloody week in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Ituri province, local sources said, as militia attacks plague the turbulent region. Read more…
Guests staying at the umVangati House in the Blyde River Canyon region next to the Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga had a surprise visitor – a male cheetah that graced them with its presence, as it strolled confidently through the resort’s lounge area. Read more…
PICS | Cape Town beachgoer in shock after discovering dead Aardvark on shore
The Cape of Good Hope SPCA has reportedly launched an investigation after a female aardvark (African Ant Bear) was discovered on the Sunset beach in Milnerton on Friday. Read more…
Whirlwind Burl knock wins T20 series for Zimbabwe over Ireland
A whirlwind unbeaten 30 by Ryan Burl, better known as a leg spinner than a brisk batsman, lifted Zimbabwe to a 2-1 Twenty20 series victory over Ireland in Harare on Sunday. Read more…
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