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BBC News

Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu’s instructions to keep successor Hakainde Hichilema away from his body have sparked a feud over funeral plans. Lungu’s family and political party clashed with the government over arrangements. Hichilema, who defeated Lungu in the 2021 election, called for unity amid the controversy. Lungu, who died at 68 in South Africa, had reportedly been receiving specialized treatment.
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The Citizen

Tensions escalate in KZN as police clash with pupils. Video shows officers allegedly assaulting a high school student, sparking investigation. Pupils from multiple schools seen protesting in circulating video. Police van seen chasing and assaulting fleeing pupils. KZN police investigating incident.
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Daily Maverick

The Supreme Court of Appeal has overturned the 2023 acquittals in the R24.9m Nulane fraud case involving Gupta-linked individuals and Free State officials. The court cited legal errors and ordered a retrial before a new judge. The NPA sees this as a State Capture milestone, with funds misused for a Gupta family wedding.
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BusinessTech

South Africa’s mining sector faces sixth consecutive month of recession, with a 7.8% decline in production in April. Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) saw a 24% drop, contributing to an 8.0 percentage point decline. Gold and coal production also decreased. Economists express shock at the results, far below the expected 4% decline, painting a grim economic outlook for the country.
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Bloomberg Television

Meta completes $14.3 billion investment in Scale AI, set to onboard CEO for new “superintelligence” team. Bloomberg’s Kurt Wagner and Caroline Hyde analyze the deal on “Bloomberg Tech.”
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The Citizen

The Modjadji Royal Council in Limpopo suspends initiation schools for boys and girls in the Bolobedu Kingdom to honor tradition ahead of Queen Masalanabo Modjadji’s coronation. The clan, known for rainmaking powers, follows Bolobedu tradition that initiation and coronation ceremonies cannot be held in the same year. President Cyril Ramaphosa recognized Masalanabo as queen in December 2024.
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IOL

Government expresses deep concern over Israel’s attacks on Iran, including military, nuclear, and civilian targets. Iran retaliates with strikes on Israel. South Africa condemns actions, citing violations of international law and nuclear safety concerns. US warns of further attacks if Iran does not make a deal on its nuclear program.
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Sky News

Tributes paid to victims of Air India crash, including a family of five and a man returning home after scattering wife’s ashes. Flight 171 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport, killing 241 on board and 29 on the ground. One British survivor. Arjun Patoliya, returning from fulfilling wife’s final wish, among the victims.
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BBC News

Tragedy struck at BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad as Flight AI171 crashed into the residential hostel’s canteen during lunchtime. The bustling room turned into chaos as rescuers searched through the wreckage. Students, doctors, and family members were among the victims.
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CNBC

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman joins Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella at Microsoft Build 2025 conference. OpenAI hits $10 billion in annual recurring revenue in less than three years, driven by ChatGPT chatbot sales. Revenue includes consumer and business products, API sales, excluding Microsoft licensing and one-time deals. Startup lost $5 billion last year, emphasizing need for cash to sustain growth.
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