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the Guardian

During his Middle East tour, Donald Trump secured multibillion-dollar tech deals with Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, selling advanced technology and promoting American industry model. Deals include UAE’s import of Nvidia chips for AI, Saudi Arabia’s deal with Humain for Nvidia Blackwell chips, and agreements with Cisco, Amazon Web Services, and Qualcomm for AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
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EWN

Former Gabonese leader Ali Bongo Ondimba, detained after a 2023 coup, has been released and relocated to Angola with his family. The Bongos, accused of embezzlement, were under house arrest in Libreville. The move followed talks between Angolan President Joao Lourenco and Gabon’s new leader. The family’s release was attributed to diplomatic and legal efforts.
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News24

Israel intensifies Gaza offensive, killing 32, including women and children. Hospitals overwhelmed, aid blocked. Israel and Hamas resume talks in Doha without preconditions. Israeli military aims for “defeat of Hamas” in escalated campaign, amid international concern over humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
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Getaway Magazine

Boosmansbos long-tailed forest shrew, not seen for 46 years, rediscovered in Western Cape’s Boosmansbos Wilderness Area. Conservationists thrilled at finding this Critically Endangered species, isolated by the Gouritz Valley. Rediscovery made after four years of search using original field notes. Dr. Marienne de Villiers calls it a mythical creature off her bucket list.
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the Guardian

During peace talks with Ukraine, Russia’s lead negotiator referenced Peter the Great’s long war against Sweden as a warning, indicating Moscow’s willingness to fight for as long as necessary. The historical conflict saw Russia’s perseverance and eventual victory after years of struggle. The negotiator emphasized readiness for prolonged conflict, drawing parallels to past military strategies.
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SowetanLIVE

Dr. Alulutho Mazwi allegedly informed his line manager of feeling unwell, but was told to be on duty. He later collapsed and died while working at a hospital in Umlazi. The KwaZulu-Natal health department is investigating allegations of denied time off for health reasons.
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EWN

Dr. Nandipha Magudumana’s bid to challenge her arrest in Tanzania was dismissed by the Supreme Court in Bloemfontein. She was apprehended while fleeing with her accomplice, convicted murderer Thabo Bester. Magudumana claimed her extradition was unlawful, but the court ruled in favor of the police, stating she consented to return to South Africa. The appeal was dismissed with costs.
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CNBC Africa

South Africa’s Tiger Brands to sell canned fruit business Langeberg and Ashton Foods for one rand to consortium. Sale aligns with 2020 strategy shift. Consortium includes Ashton Fruit Producers Co-operative and development finance institution. Tiger Brands to invest 150 million rand in Community Trust for local development initiatives. Effluent plant upgrade planned with additional 31 million rand investment.
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Daily Maverick

President Cyril Ramaphosa faces a high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House, aiming to improve strained US-South Africa relations. Concerns arise over potential confrontation and ambush similar to the Zelensky incident. Ramaphosa’s visit follows Trump’s comments on granting asylum to white Afrikaners. The meeting could either reset relations or worsen the situation.
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