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Social worker Siliziwe Mbambo presented a damning report on Racquel “Kelly” Smith’s drug abuse and domestic violence issues to the Western Cape High Court. The case began in 2016 when Smith’s grandmother reported her neglect of her son and drug abuse. Smith’s drug habit continued even during her pregnancy with her missing daughter, Joshlin. Smith only sought help in 2018.

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BBC News

US President Trump imposes 25% duty on steel and aluminium imports, escalating tensions with top trading partners. Countries like UK and Australia fail to secure exemptions, while Canada and EU plan retaliation. Critics fear higher prices for US consumers and economic growth impact. American Iron and Steel Institute supports move, citing job creation and boosting domestic production.

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News24

Yellow Level 2 severe thunderstorms may cause flooding in North West, Free State, Gauteng, and Limpopo. Yellow Level 4 coastal damaging winds expected in Western Cape. Impact-based warnings issued for potential infrastructure damage and navigation difficulties at sea. Isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers forecasted for central and eastern regions.

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BBC News

Three men were killed and 18 others injured in the largest drone attack on Moscow since the Ukraine war began. The attack occurred in the Moscow region, with 337 drones intercepted and 91 shot down. The victims were working at a distribution center when hit by drone debris in the village of Yam.

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Daily Maverick

South Africa may phase out participation in Agoa trade deal due to strained relations with US. Trump administration’s aid cut over Expropriation Act and foreign policy positions has soured ties. Uncertainty looms over SA’s future in Agoa program renewal. SA seeks renegotiated trade deal with US to reset relationship.

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Al Jazeera

The Nasdaq 100 dropped 3.81%, its largest one-day decline since September 2022, contributing to a $1.7 trillion loss in the US stock market. President Trump’s comments on a potential recession this year led to the benchmark S&P 500 falling 2.7%, bringing it down nearly 9% from its peak on February 19.

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BBC Sport

Manchester United plans to build a new £2bn, 100,000-capacity stadium near Old Trafford. Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe aims to create the “world’s greatest football stadium.” The club believes it can be completed in five years, half the usual time, by utilizing the Manchester ship canal. Key questions remain about funding, design, and the fate of the current stadium.

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BusinessTech

South African government imposes hidden tax by printing money, eroding local currency value. Finance Minister’s 2025 Budget, set for 12 March, to address deficit. Dispute over VAT increase delayed budget speech to 12 March. Cabinet ministers oppose VAT hike, prefer cutting state expenditures. Stakeholders urge focus on economic growth.

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