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Fidelity ADT warns homeowners in Jhb of a new scam involving criminals posing as water officials. Incidents reported in Craighall and surrounding areas where scammers demand immediate deposits to prevent removal of water meters. Criminals work with insiders, making it difficult to verify legitimacy. Homeowners urged to be cautious of impersonators and extortion attempts by fake municipal workers.

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Daily Maverick

A mountain fire in Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park burnt 50 hectares by Sunday afternoon, visible from the city. Trails in Newlands and Kirstenbosch are closed, with authorities monitoring closely. SANParks advises avoiding affected areas.

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BBC News

Dominique Pelicot sentenced to 20 years for drugging and raping ex-wife, Gisèle, and facilitating her abuse by dozens of men over nearly a decade. 47 men found guilty of rape in Avignon, France, with 10 days to appeal. Defendants include firefighters, lorry drivers, soldiers, security guards, a journalist, and a DJ.

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BusinessTech

Shoprite’s shares have outperformed Pick n Pay and Woolworths over the past decade. Shoprite, the largest retailer in South Africa, attributes its success to strong operational performance and market adaptability. The company’s recent innovations, like Checkers Sixty60 delivery service, have contributed to its growth while competitors have faced challenges, with some self-inflicted issues.

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Daily Dive SA

Disturbing videos of brutal assaults at Pretoria’s Zanzou Nightclub spark public outrage and investigations by police and the South African Human Rights Commission. Footage shows extreme violence, including waterboarding and forced self-penetration with bottles, allegedly carried out by security personnel. Club management claims staff were reacting to phone theft, but public demands closure.

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BusinessTech

Electricity Minister Ramokgopa says Eskom faced a ‘perfect storm’ of breakdowns, leading to stage 6 load shedding after 20 days incident-free. He apologized for the setback, attributing it to multiple issues, including five units tripping at Majuba Power Station. Eskom aims to reduce load shedding levels on Monday.

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EWN

SANParks deploys over 50 firefighters and aerial resources to combat a fire above Kirstenbosch in Cape Town. The fire, near Lady Anne Barnard trail, poses a risk of spreading to Table Mountain’s back. Trails in Newlands and Kirstenbosch are closed as a precaution. Public advised to avoid affected areas for safety.

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BBC News

Pope Francis asks for prayers as he receives treatment for double pneumonia in hospital. Unable to deliver Angelus prayer in person, he expresses confidence in his hospitalization at Gemelli Hospital. Vatican states his condition remains critical. Pope thanks doctors, health workers, and well-wishers for support. Requests prayers and entrusts all to Mary’s intercession. Supporters gather outside hospital to pray.

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BBC News

Trump’s anger towards South Africa may stem from its race policies and Israel relations. The story of Bernard Shabangu’s grandfather, who lost land under apartheid laws, highlights the historical injustices faced by black South Africans. The country’s transition to democracy in the 1990s allowed for the return of land to black farmers.

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My Broadband

FlySafair aims to provide modern onboard Wi-Fi despite challenges with SpaceX’s Starlink launch approval. Satellite communication is crucial for internet on commercial flights due to altitude. Current GEO services are limited in bandwidth and speed. FlySafair deems existing technology in South Africa outdated and costly. Installation of auxiliary radome for GEO systems is a hurdle.

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