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IOL

South Africa’s SANRAL refutes fake news about speed limit reductions on national roads. The agency clarifies it lacks authority to change speed limits, which requires legislative action. Fake statement claimed reduced limits for urban, rural, and highway roads, as well as for heavy vehicles and school zones. SANRAL emphasizes its role in managing national road network, not enforcement.
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eNCA

President Cyril Ramaphosa will meet Donald Trump at the White House to reset relations amid tensions over South Africa’s land policy. Trump has criticized the treatment of white minority and repeated falsehoods about a genocide against white Afrikaner farmers. The leaders will also discuss geopolitical events and the upcoming G20 Summit.
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Business Day

Eskom’s maintenance delays, reminiscent of 2023, lead to power cuts. Energy minister calls for accountability as Eskom slips in scheduled maintenance targets. Concerns over operational discipline and economic impact arise. CEO to address issues with power station GMs. Public frustration likely to increase.
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Daily Maverick

EFF MP Sihle Lonzi was forcibly removed from a Parliament hearing after questioning leaked Seta board appointments. Tensions rose as Lonzi criticized transparency and political impartiality. Committee chairperson Tebogo Letsie intervened, deferring the discussion until the absent minister’s appearance. Lonzi accused Letsie of shielding corruption, leading to a heated exchange.
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IOL

The murder and rape case of Bafana Mahungela, accused of killing his former teacher Kirsten Kluyts, has been postponed to June 12 for the Director of Public Prosecutions to review request for charges to be dropped. Mahungela, facing charges of kidnapping,murder, and attempted rape, remains in custody. His defense has raised concerns about DNA discrepancies and alleged video evidence tampering.
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Al Jazeera

Mali’s military government dissolves political parties amid accusations of disappearances. Assimi Goita, who seized power in two coups, validated the decision after protests demanding a return to democracy. Opposition groups canceled a planned protest as the government tightens its grip, coinciding with reports of disappearances of politicians.
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Daily Maverick

Rising costs and infrastructure issues in Cape Town are prompting a reverse migration trend to Johannesburg, where housing is more affordable and job prospects are stronger. The Wise Move 2025 Migration Report shows 70% of South Africans prefer to move within their own provinces, with Gauteng leading internal relocations. Work, not crime, is the main reason for 22.9% of moves.
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Business Insider Africa

The 2025 ranking of Africa’s top-performing firms, as per the Financial Times, shows South Africa and Nigeria leading with over half of the 130 entries. These nations dominate the list, showcasing their economic depth and the challenges smaller countries face in making a mark. Sectors like tech, logistics, and finance are shaping Africa’s future growth leaders, with Nigeria securing the top three positions.
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