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Al Jazeera

400 men are trapped in an abandoned South African gold mine, with reports suggesting at least 100 deaths. Rescuers have retrieved illegal miners and bodies from the mine near Stilfontein. A professional rescue company successfully brought up seven people and four bodies. Videos from rescued miners’ phones show numerous bodies underground. Police had previously tried to remove illegal miners from the site.

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Daily Maverick

The Economist magazine has been criticized for its inaccurate coverage of Africa, with notable blunders like labeling the continent as “The Hopeless Continent” in 2000. Despite its insightful articles on America and Europe, its portrayal of Africa reflects biases of urban, developed world readers. The magazine failed to anticipate Africa’s economic growth driven by manufacturing and building, influenced by China and Asia’s resource extraction activities.

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The Economist

Africa’s importance is set to rise significantly in the coming years, with its share of the world’s population expected to reach 21% by 2030. The continent will become a key source of labor as the rest of the world ages, with over half of the young workforce in 2030 projected to be African. This demographic shift will have significant global implications.

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Daily Maverick

The US president’s threats of military action and economic pressure on various countries raise concerns about imperialist tendencies. South Africa faces Agoa suspension due to its foreign policy alignment, risking preferential US market access. The Biden administration recently renewed South Africa’s Agoa eligibility, but uncertainties loom with Trump’s potential return to power.

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eNCA

The rand, previously strong, is now the second worst-performing emerging market currency, losing 1.75% against the US dollar. The local unit is being impacted by a stronger US dollar following positive job growth in the US economy.

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Daily Maverick

South African court orders police to lift blockade at abandoned gold mine where miners are trapped. Videos show bodies and emaciated miners inside. Rescue efforts underway with new machinery replacing pulley system. Over 400 miners still awaiting rescue. Authorities preparing for planned rescue this week. MACUA group restored pulley system for supplies. Police crackdown on illegal mining. (Words: 58)

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Al Jazeera

Mozambique swears in 250 lawmakers amid opposition strike over disputed election results. Streets in capital deserted as opposition leader calls for protest strike against alleged election rigging in favor of ruling party. Incoming president urges calm and unity. Opposition leader Mondlane mobilizes youth for national strike during inauguration. Military police and roadblocks in place during ceremony. City center empty with shops closed and protesters on barricades.

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TimesLIVE

Three men arrested for human trafficking after 26 Ethiopian nationals rescued in Gauteng. Hawks, police, and other agencies raided a Sandringham home following a tip-off. 15 undocumented nationals found naked in the house, 11 near the property. Dozens escaped. One victim linked to a kidnapping case. Suspects demanded R180,000 ransom. Victims receiving medical treatment. Court appearance set for Monday.

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EWN

The ANC defends Fikile Mbalula’s use of a private boat to Robben Island, stating it was a practical decision for a busy campaign schedule. The party refutes claims of luxury and unethical conduct, emphasizing the necessity of logistical arrangements. Mbalula’s previous controversial transport choices were also mentioned.

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News24

Matric pupils who wrote the 2024 NSC exams through the IEB achieved a pass rate of 98.47%, slightly higher than 2023’s 98.46%. Candidates achieved an 89.37% Bachelor’s pass rate. 16,304 candidates wrote the exams at 275 centres. Nine Midstream College candidates excelled, with distinctions in Life Orientation.

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