Copyright © Daily Dive SA
Zimbabwe plans to cull dozens of elephants to manage overpopulation, with meat distributed for consumption. The country’s second-largest elephant population faces a cull at a private reserve, targeting 50 initially. The Save Valley Conservancy has 2,550 elephants, exceeding its capacity. Ivory will be state property, while meat will go to local communities due to a ban on ivory trading.
Read More from source
Karan Beef relies on state for vaccination supply due to foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, causing disruptions in beef supply chain. South Africa expects R72 million FMD vaccine shipment from Botswana by June. Estimated vaccine cost for 2025/2026 at R1.2 billion, with potential increase after recent outbreak at Karan Beef’s facility.
Read More from source
The Free State High Court dropped charges against Moroadi Cholota, former assistant to Ace Magashule, highlighting crisis in the NPA and government institutions. Judge Loubser cited lack of authority due to NPA’s extradition process error. Legal correctness may face scrutiny, but public perception questions legal technicalities’ importance. Former president Jacob Zuma’s case exemplifies justice evasion.
Read More from source
Oudtshoorn Regional Court sentences murderer to life for killing elderly farmer for insurance money. Francisco Erasmus, known to victim Abraham Herandien, had detailed plan. Erasmus befriended couple, became beneficiaries of victim’s policies. On March 21, 2023, Erasmus drove to farm in rented vehicle, dressed in black. Victim’s wife could only see his eyes.
Read More from source
A strong cold front will bring snow to eight out of nine provinces in South Africa over the weekend and into next week. The front will hit the Cape early Saturday, with heavy rain and cold, wet, and windy weather expected. A cut-off low-pressure system on Monday will deepen the system, leading to snowfall across the country. Light snow is expected in various regions on Sunday.
Read More from source
Police chased a vehicle that ignored them, leading to a shootout in an informal settlement. A passerby found a body believed to be caught in the crossfire. Investigations are ongoing for a murder case.
Read More from source
Putin vows strong response to Ukraine drone attack on Russian airbases, Trump warns. Moscow considers military options. Leaders discuss recent attack in phone call, no immediate peace expected. Trump criticizes Ukraine’s actions, claims US not warned of attack. Peace talks stall, no breakthrough in recent negotiations. Tensions escalate between Russia and Ukraine.
Read More from source
A study by Euromonitor International and DFSA reveals a 55% increase in illicit alcohol trade in South Africa, resulting in a loss of R25 billion in tax revenue. Knock-off liquor sales are booming, with consumers opting for cheaper options. The illicit trade accounts for 18% of the alcohol market, costing the country over R10 billion in untaxed spirits alone.
Read More from source
Searches for Madeleine McCann will resume near Praia da Luz, Portugal, where she disappeared in 2007. German and Portuguese investigators have until Friday to search for evidence related to the case. The prime suspect, Christian Brückner, is serving a prison sentence in Germany for an unrelated crime. Madeleine’s disappearance remains one of the most high-profile missing person cases globally.
Read More from source
South Africa’s business confidence dropped in Q2 2025, with the RMB/BER Business Confidence index falling to 40. Only 40% of businesses are satisfied with current conditions. The decline signals a loss of economic momentum, despite improvements post-2024 elections. The survey period, marked by US-South Africa diplomatic tensions and global market optimism, saw a negative shift in sentiment.
Read More from source
