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African countries are boosting military strength through training, advanced weaponry, and regional partnerships. Tanzania leads as the fastest-growing military power in Africa, ranking 9th globally. Egypt is Africa’s strongest military, ranked 19th globally, followed by Algeria and Nigeria in the region.
A standoff in an abandoned South African mine in Stilfontein ended with 78 dead from likely starvation. Police confirmed the end of a rescue operation with no more survivors or bodies found. 246 emaciated survivors were rescued. Rights groups criticized the government for the delay in rescue efforts and cutting off essential supplies. Hundreds of illegal miners were trapped since September without food or water.
South Africa arrests over 100 miners trapped in an illegal gold mine, with more to follow. Despite warnings, officials proceed with detentions, citing criminal activity. Rescue operation ongoing, with over 100 dead and 106 rescued. Minister Mantashe defends arrests, stating no obligation to aid illegal activities.
Mines Rescue Services CEO Mannas Fourie vows to continue rescue operations at illegal mine in Stilfontein, North West. Over 132 illegal miners rescued, with six bodies retrieved and potentially 100 more underground. Pretoria High Court orders Minerals Council and government to share rescue costs.
Former Springbok coach and ex-GOOD party member Peter de Villiers has joined Jacob Zuma’s MK Party. De Villiers was welcomed by deputy president John Hlophe, expressing readiness to restore dignity in the Western Cape. He emphasized serving people over positions, aiming to improve lives.
Roedean School’s 2024 matric class achieved a 100% Bachelor’s Degree Pass rate, with over half scoring above 80%. The second-highest result in the school’s history, with 292 distinctions from 66 students. Each candidate averaged 4.4 distinctions, with an overall average of 79.4%. Founded in 1903, Roedean School for Girls in Johannesburg is a private English medium and boarding school.
Yellow Level 2 warning issued for severe thunderstorms in Gauteng, North West, Free State, Limpopo, and Mpumalanga, leading to flooding. High fire danger in parts of Northern Cape. Heavy downpours, damaging winds, hail, and excessive lightning expected. Isolated showers and thundershowers forecasted for tomorrow. #SAWS
A ceasefire deal has been reached to end 15 months of fighting in Gaza, freeing hostages and prisoners. The agreement, brokered by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, marks the first break in violence since December 1, 2023. While not officially announced, senior Hamas official Basem Naim confirmed the deal. Talks come amid a harsh winter in Gaza and regional developments impacting Iran.
Israel and Hamas have reached a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement after talks with Qatar’s prime minister. The deal, with some unresolved clauses, aims to exchange 33 hostages for Palestinian prisoners over six weeks. Negotiations for further phases, including a troop withdrawal and Gaza reconstruction, will follow. US President-elect Donald Trump confirmed the deal on social media.
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire deal after 460 days of war in Gaza. Qatar and the US confirm the agreement, with implementation steps ongoing. Israel to vote on final details, with over 46,000 Palestinians killed since conflict began in October 2023. Deal includes temporary ceasefire, prisoner release, and aid surge in Gaza. Initial phase to last six weeks with limited prisoner exchange and partial Israeli troop withdrawal.
