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Tensions rise between Pakistan and India following Pahalgam attack

Following a deadly militant attack on Indian tourists in Pahalgam, India-Administered Kashmir las month, India blamed Pakistan. New Delhi claims it has “evidence pointing towards the clear involvement of Pakistan-based militants, external” in the attack. Islamabad has denied any link.  India in retaliation launched missile strikes on nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The […]

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Ramaphosa Calls for Russia/Ukraine Peace Talks while Fuel Prices are cut

President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over two weeks ago to express hope of peace between Russia and Ukraine. Ramaphosa says that South Africa is deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and believes the only path to peace is through diplomacy. Talks had come on the heels of Russia

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Springboks overcome Argentina, New Zealand and Spain to win World Championship in LA

Oliver Reid of South Africa during the Rugby Championship U20 match between Junior Springboks and Argentina. Picture: Richard Huggard/Gallo Images Springboks South African Rugby team are going to bring home the Cup after winning the HSBC World Championship in Los Angeles in the early hours of Monday morning. The Springboks defeated upstarts Spain 19-5 in

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Following heavy Rains 56 Families Were relocated from Umlazi due to Major damage

Durban experienced heavy rains last week that caused serious damage to homes in Umlazi. Now Umlazi residents are to be moved to a stabler area. The decision was taken by the Human Settlements Department. Since 2022, a section of this region has tackled the risk of collapse of several houses due to weather-related disasters. The

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Steenhuisen Supports Trump and Ramaphosa Talks

Democratic Alliance leader and Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has publicly stated that he supports the anticipated talks between President Cyril Ramaphosa (his commander in Chief and one time rival) and US President Donald Trump. Steenhuisen who has in the past shown little desire to support Ramaphosa’s agenda and policies welcomed the forthcoming talks as

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Kaizer Chiefs May have to Sell top player while a former top player’s anger flares

Kaizer Chiefs Soccer players’ club are reportedly considering an exit strategy for Mduduzi Mdantsane. The 30-year-old, still on AmaKhosi’s books, is on loan to Magesi but will return to Naturena as soon as the season concludes. According to reports, Sekhukhune United are watching the situation closely. “Sekhukhune United could have the advantage of signing (Mdu)

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Students to Participate in Swimming Event and Pieter Coetze to Become New rising star

The Interschools 1 Mile Challenge at the Ocean 8 Charity Swim is to be held on June the 14 and 15. Schools have been invited to participate. Taking place at Vetch’s Beach, Durban Undersea Club, this open-water swim gives students the chance to push their competitive and athletic limits, support worthy causes and earn recognition

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Tech skills Mismatch, Debilitating Public Service, challenges of an AI-Powered Africa

South Africa’s public service needs an adequate tech-skilled workforce that is capable of having the capacity to handle an evolving social landscape. According to academic researchers South Africa’s public service workforce lacks some of the technology essential for progressing to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Despite the drive of government officials to implement these technologies,

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Algiers expels French Diplomats amid Tensions with Paris

Algiers expels French Diplomats amid Tensions with Paris

The Algerian government has expelled twelve French Consular staff members from the country. This has escalated tensions and put paid to hopes of any reconciliation between Algeria and France. This diplomatic tiff began when charges were filled in France on Friday against an Algerian consular official, accused with two other Algerians of having participated in

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