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South Africa approves avian flu vaccination to protect poultry industry
South Africa’s poultry industry will soon be able to vaccinate flocks against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
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US Fugitive wanted for sexual assault claims police assault
Alleged US fugitive Robert Lee Redd Junior told the Gqeberha Magistrate’s Court he was assaulted by police during his arrest on 27 May.
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ANC recalls Madibeng mayor with immediate effect
The African National Congress (ANC) has removed Douglas Seleke Maimane from his roles as executive mayor and councillor in Madibeng Local Municipality. This decision, backed by the ANC’s North West Provincial Executive Committee, emphasizes accountability to the community, stating no…
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Satellite police station abandoned for years becomes a car wash amid crime fears
At the corner of a crime-ridden stretch in Walmer Township, water pipes snake through the ruins of what used to be a satellite police station.
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Drone strikes close Kuwait airport as Iran and US clash in Gulf
A drone strike on a passenger terminal at Kuwait’s international airport wounded several people on Wednesday, as Iranian and US forces traded attacks in the Gulf.
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Foreign nationals hunted from homes as xenophobic threats spreads across Overberg
More than 500 foreign nationals have fled their homes along the Overstrand, after groups of locals went door-to-door telling them to leave the country.
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SA scientist receives R14 million grant to tackle West Nile virus
Scientists are warning that mosquito-borne diseases may spread into new regions, become more frequent, and intensify in areas already under pressure.
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Eastern Cape schools close amid Level 8 weather warning
Eastern Cape schools in high-risk areas have closed for two days as a Level 8 weather warning threatens flooding and dangerous road conditions.
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Johannesburg and Eskom to work on plan for the City’s massive debt
While there is still no clarity on exactly how Johannesburg is going to pay its massive R5.2 billion debt to Eskom, the City council last week approved a R3.8 billion German loan which will be used to fund infrastructure.
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Norwegian Football Federation asks FIFA to investigate Trump peace prize
The Norwegian Football Federation has requested FIFA investigate awarding Trump a peace prize, raising concerns about neutrality and ethics.
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