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Pro-Palestine protester Nigel Branken from the Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia addresses DA Johannesburg mayoral hopeful Helen Zille at a meeting in Ward 66 on Wednesday night.
Zille confronts criticism over DA’s stance on Israel at campaign event
- Helen Zille faced criticism from pro-Palestine supporters, who accused the DA of not condemning coal exports to Israel, at a Johannesburg campaign event.
- Zille defended her focus on South Africa’s unique project of uniting diverse groups, arguing its success could be a global example.
- She asserted that local governance should not be derailed by international conflicts, emphasising South Africa’s potential to show the world how diverse groups can coexist.
KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has been tasked with an oversight and coordination role targeting crime syndicates.
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KZN top cop Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi steps up to national role
- Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will retain his position as KwaZulu-Natal’s top cop while taking on additional national-level responsibilities to oversee the fight against organised crime.
- The new approach brings together various police disciplines, uniformed branches, detective services, intelligence, and crime combating units under a single command structure.
- The strategy emphasises stronger supervision and internal accountability to prevent corruption among officers.
EFF leader Julius Malema addresses his supporters outside the KuGompo Regional Court after his sentencing.
Under-fire Malema asks Ramaphosa to act in University of Fort Hare fraud probe
- Julius Malema has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to ensure the SIU’s investigation into alleged fraud at the University of Fort Hare is completed without delay or interference.
- This after Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane denied claims that he fraudulently obtained a degree and threatened legal action against Malema for defamation.
- Malema expressed concern over delays in the investigation, highlighting concerns over governance and accountability in South Africa’s higher education system.
A commercial ship is viewed anchored off the coast of the United Arab Emirates in the Strait of Hormuz, Dubai, on 2 March 2026. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday the strait would remain open to commercial vessels during the ceasefire period.
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Iran says Hormuz Strait open after Lebanon deal, Trump expects Iran deal ‘soon’
- The Strait of Hormuz has reopened to commercial vessels during the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
- Donald Trump believes a deal to end the Iran war could come “soon”, although the timing of talks in Islamabad remains uncertain.
- Oil prices fell by 9% following the announcement, easing market fears of a prolonged oil shock due to the conflict.
Certainty about wage increases helps Eskom manage cost better. The utility aims to save R112 billion over five years, it said on Friday.
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Eskom seals 7% wage deal, overriding Numsa deadlock
- Eskom has reached a wage agreement with unions representing 75% of its employees, granting 7% increases for the next three years.
- The agreement is binding on all bargaining unit employees, even though Numsa is holding out for an 8% increase in 2026.
- Eskom’s CEO, Dan Marokane, said the deal provided stability and predictability, allowing the utility to focus on its business objectives.
South African URC coaches Johan Ackermann (Bulls), JP Pietersen (Sharks), Franco Smith (Glasgow Warriors), Ivan van Rooyen (Lions), and John Dobson (Stormers).
Who are best and worst supported SA rugby sides? Here are crowd stats for every URC season
- The Stormers are on the verge of becoming the best-supported team in URC history, needing 43 657 fans in their final two home games to break Leinster’s record.
- The Sharks have established themselves as the second-best-supported South African franchise, surpassing the Bulls in home attendance over the past two seasons.
- The Lions are struggling with attendance at Ellis Park, attributed to location and lack of playoff appearances, placing them behind several smaller teams in the URC.
Victoria Beckham attends the “Victoria Beckham” World Premiere at the Curzon Mayfair on 8 October 2025 in London, England.
‘All we’ve ever tried to do is protect our children’: Victoria Beckham amid Brooklyn rift
- Victoria Beckham says she and David have always tried to protect their children amid family tensions.
- This statement comes months after their eldest son, Brooklyn, publicly criticised his parents on social media.
- Brooklyn alleged his parents tried to “ruin” his relationship and “bribe” him before his marriage.
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