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TimesLIVE

Four out of five people swept into a canal during heavy rain in Lamontville, south of Durban, were found dead. Disaster management teams recovered the bodies of two women at Brighton Beach and Ansteys Beach, and two children at Cuttings Beach. The fifth person’s body was spotted in the ocean. Heavy rainfall caused damage and flooding in the province, prompting warnings from officials.

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The South African

Minister Gwarube has been criticised for introducing foldable desks for rural students in the Eastern & Western Cape, sponsored by MiDesks Global, Old Mutual, and McDonald’s. Wheelie schoolbag converts into desk and chair with solar light and USB charging portal, designed to help students in rural areas. Desks are durable for grades R-12, aimed at easing life for learners and teachers in impoverished communities.

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Daily Maverick

Cape Town progresses with plans for a desalination plant in Paarden Eiland to secure long-term water supply amid climate change. Concerns arise over location near polluted water sources and sewage discharge. Public meetings held to engage residents on feasibility of the project.

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Daily Maverick

Eskom assured stable power system with adequate reserves, suspending load shedding. However, South Africa experienced second power outage shortly after. Energy experts suggest Eskom may have not been transparent about power system’s true state. Data showed signs of impending load shedding a week prior. Diesel capacity meant for peak times was used, raising concerns.

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EWN

Former Johannesburg mayor Amos Masondo has been appointed to lead the ANC’s structure in Gauteng following poor election results. He will convene the new Provincial Task Team, replacing the Provincial Executive Committee. Panyaza Lesufi will also lead the team. The ANC aims to address its electoral losses in the province with these leadership changes announced by Secretary General Fikile Mbalula.

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EWN

AfriForum continues misinformation campaign in the US, meeting with Trump administration to advocate for Afrikaner interests. Despite recent outcry over lies about South Africa, group seeks US intervention on land expropriation, farm murders, and legislation. Request for re-housing white Afrikaaners as refugees in the US.

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My Broadband

Anton Fourie, founder of Poynting Antennas, is a renowned entrepreneur and top antenna engineer with over 50 patents. With 38 years of experience in electromagnetics and antenna design, his expertise dates back to his time at Wits University. Fourie has published academic papers, led research groups, and supervised students during his academic career.

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Business Day

Several finance ministers skipped the G20 meeting in Cape Town, leading to disputes over climate, debt, and inequality. Key officials from major economies like the US, China, and the EU were absent, reducing the chances of reaching agreements on global economic challenges. President Ramaphosa emphasized the need for cooperation amid escalating tensions.

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