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I understand criticism but I dont care, says Man United boss Amorim

Times Live

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim acknowledges criticism after Premier League loss to Newcastle, emphasizing losing games is worse than personal condemnation. United’s 14th league defeat matches last season’s total. Despite some positive play, Harvey Barnes’ goals leave United in 14th place with six games remaining. Amorim states, “Nothing is worse than losing games.”
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ANC concludes Budget talks — so what’s next?

Daily Maverick

ANC under pressure after Budget talks deadlock. Leadership to decide on VAT increase and government structure. No deal reached in talks with political parties. National officials to meet on April 14, 2024, to report to NEC. Special NEC meeting to decide on VAT hike and government reconfiguration. Finance Minister’s fiscal framework facing backlash.
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Jonas appointed as Ramaphosa’s special envoy to US

EWN

President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Mcebisi Jonas as a special envoy to the United States to advance South Africa’s diplomatic and trade priorities. Jonas will serve as the official representative of the South African government in response to pressure from the Trump administration. This appointment follows the expulsion of former Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool from the US in March.
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Woman believed to be mastermind behind Wynberg court fatal shooting appears in court

EWN

Shireen Mathews, accused of masterminding a fatal shooting at Wynberg court, appeared in court for the murder of a 50-year-old man. Allegedly recruited gang for the hit in retaliation for another murder. Tightened security at court. Victim was a taxi driver from Vrygrond. Mathews covered her face in court. Police made another arrest in connection with the murder.
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‘Fix our hospitals first,’ Zimbabweans react to white farmers’ payout

The South African

Zimbabwe has started compensating white former commercial farmers with $3 million, the first payment under a $3.5 billion deal signed in 2020. Finance Minister Ncube stated the payment covers 1% of the total compensation claim of $311 million, for 378 farms out of 740 approved. This move aims to reform the economy and fulfill commitments to former farm owners affected by the land reform program.
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