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Bloomberg Television

Cape Town’s Golden Arrow bus company is leading the way in adopting electric buses, with plans to electrify 10% of its fleet using 120 buses from China’s BYD. As global battery demand rises, concerns about environmental impact of materials mining are raised. The Global Battery Alliance aims to establish a sustainable battery value chain by 2030.
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Daily Maverick

Western diplomats express concern over South Africa’s coalition government excluding the DA. US warned by allies that hostility may push ANC towards populists. Fear of instability and policy uncertainty as DA’s role in Government of National Unity is uncertain. Diplomats caution US on past interventions leading to unintended consequences in other countries.
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TimesLIVE

Police are investigating an assault case at a facility in Evander, Mpumalanga, where 20 young people were held. The victim escaped and reported being subjected to traumatic experiences, including forced swimming in a dam, physical assaults, and deprivation of food and hygiene. Two suspects, aged 24 and 29, were arrested and set to appear in court.
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Pretoria Rekord

Eric Jones (33) was found dead near his abandoned vehicle in Diepsloot. Friends and family organized a search after he went missing in Pretoria. Police are investigating the incident. Eric was last seen in Pretoria East wearing navy blue golf attire.
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LiveNOW from FOX

American pastor and missionary Josh Sullivan was kidnapped during a church service in South Africa. Armed men stole phones and fled with Sullivan in his vehicle. Sullivan, a church planting missionary, was conducting a service when the suspects entered. His wife and children escaped unharmed. The reason for the kidnapping is unknown, and no ransom has been demanded.
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The South African

Operation Vala uMgodi arrested a 29-year-old Zimbabwean for illegal gold processing in Doorn, near Welkom. Police found him melting suspected gold material in a backyard. 3.42 kg of material and processing equipment were seized. Further search revealed hidden illegal items in a manhole, including gas cylinders and cutting torches.
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Pretoria Rekord

A pilot died in a light aircraft crash in Pretoria East. The Volunteer Emergency Medical Response Unit responded to the incident, declaring the pilot dead on arrival. The SAPS and CAA will investigate the cause. In a separate incident, the body of missing man Eric Jones was found near his abandoned vehicle in Diepsloot, leading to a tragic end to the search.
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TimesLIVE

US President Trump threatens to skip G20 Summit in South Africa, citing concerns over land confiscation and genocide against white farmers. Trump criticizes media for not reporting on the issue and halts US contributions to South Africa. Tensions between the two countries escalate due to South Africa’s actions against Israel and stance on Ukraine-Russia conflict.
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Moneyweb

Andrew Amoils, head of research at New World Wealth, suggests Cape Town should emulate Dubai in attracting wealthy residents. The New World Wealthiest Cities Report 2025, in collaboration with Henley & Partners, predicts Cape Town’s ultra-wealthy population could double in the next decade. This trend reflects a global shift in wealth distribution. Listen to the podcast for more insights.
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The Standard

Serengeti National Park in Tanzania offers a diverse and lush landscape beyond the typical savannah imagery, with greenery and varied ecosystems. Visitors during shoulder seasons (November-early December, March-May) experience a verdant and vibrant environment, contrary to the usual portrayal of endless plains.
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