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South Africa Impressive as Cricket World Cup Approaches

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– – Over the years, South Africa has earned an unwanted reputation in cricketing terms. They have been widely known as the chokers of the game after a series of poor results in global tournaments. Somehow, South African teams in the past have managed to conjure up defeat from winning positions. As a result, there is little interest in the… Read More
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South Africa’s chicken anti-dumping decision

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– – The International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa( ITAC) has made a final determination in the investigation into the alleged dumping of frozen bone-in portions of chicken imported from Brazil, Denmark, Ireland, Poland and Spain. ITAC concluded its investigation and recommended to the Minister of Trade & Industry (Minister) that anti-dumping duties be imposed. The Minister accepted ITAC’s… Read More
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Don’t lose your lottery ticket – here’s how

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– – Some might remember the man from Ekurhuleni who almost lost the ticket that won him R63 million in South Africa’s Lotto draw. He recalled how he spent R100 on a quick-pick selection, but then nearly misplaced that all-important ticket before placing it in his cupboard for safekeeping. His is a positive story, but there are some negative ones,… Read More
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South Africa’s recovery is on its way but downside risks remain

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– – Following a robust recovery in 2021 after the Covid-19 pandemic (+4.9 percent), the GDP of South Africa is anticipated to continue expanding over the next two years, but at a slower pace. Analysts are expecting growth to increase by 1.8 percent in 2022, and by 1.3 percent in 2023 according to the latest OECD forecasts. But the South… Read More
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SA police under pressure to find those behind Soweto killings

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– – Police in South Africa are coming under pressure to find those behind those responsible for the killing of 15 people in a bar in Soweto over the weekend. Four other people were also shot in a bar in Pietermaritzburg in Kwa-Zulu Natal, but police are yet to link both incidents. Besides the 15 people who were shot dead… Read More
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South Africa: 22 people found dead in a nightclub

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At least 22 people have been found dead at a nightclub in South Africa. Many of the victims are said to be students who were celebrating after their final examinations. Emergency services were called in the early hours of Sunday to the Enyobeni Tavern in Scenery Park, on the edge of East London, Eastern Cape province. Authorities say they are… Read More
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RyanAir’s Afrikaans test policy for South African nationals sparks anger

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– – There is public outrage after the Dublin-based carrier – RyanAir – imposed new rules on South African nationals. The airline has said South African customers will have to take an Afrikaans test to prove their nationality before boarding flights. The test will cover questions about who is the president of the country, what the capital city is and… Read More
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Leading South African Online Casino Gambling Guide

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– – The leading South African online casino and online gambling real money guide, www.SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za has negotiated an exclusive no deposit bonus for all new players signing up to FatBet Casino via the website. With the enjoyment of South African casino players always at the front of its mind, SouthAfricanCasinos.co.za negotiated this deal with the fun, innovative and reliable FatBet… Read More
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South Africa: Over 250 people killed in deadly floods

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– – At least 250 people have been killed in deadly floods that have caused havoc in the coastal areas South Africa‘s port city of Durban in the KwaZulu-Natal province. Officials had earlier estimated that at least 59 people had died but the death toll has now jumped to over 250. Nomagugu Simelane, KwaZulu-Natal’s health minister, told local news outlets… Read More
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SA woman who spent almost $1m she got in error jailed

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– – A South African woman has been jailed for five years by a court for spending almost $1 million (14 million rands) credited to her bank account in error. Sibongile Mani got 14 million rands instead of 1,400 rands she was entitled to in 2017. The money had come from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) through a… Read More