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Suspended NLC company secretary Nompumelelo Nene, facing 145 disciplinary charges, resigns after earning R6 million on full pay since suspension in November. Nene accused NLC of unfair dismissal in her resignation letter, denying allegations.
Trump’s decision to halt military aid to Ukraine after a tense meeting with President Zelensky has raised concerns in Washington. Ukraine heavily relies on US aid since the 2022 Russian invasion, and the pause could impact the war. Democrats criticized the move, while some Republicans, like Sen. Collins and Rep. Bacon, expressed disapproval, noting Russia’s continued support.
Rwanda demands £50m from Britain over cancelled asylum deal amid aid pause due to Congo war. Kigali seeks payment following UK’s punitive measures and alleged breach of trust. UK had scrapped Conservative government’s asylum plan costing taxpayers £700m. Rwanda accuses UK of coercing compromise on national security. UK Foreign Office yet to respond.
Zanzou nightclub director Neo Moela apologizes for assault incident at the club. Video of physical and sexual assault at Pretoria nightclub goes viral. One arrest made, with seven complainants identified. Moela not treated as suspect by police, cooperating with investigation. Police seeking other individuals involved in the incident.
Johannesburg Mayor Morero welcomes President Ramaphosa’s surprise visit to crack down on lawlessness in the CBD. Morero acknowledges the need for cleanup but denies an indictment on city leaders. Ramaphosa’s visit precedes a meeting with city officials to address concerns about the inner city’s state.
The UN’s World Food Programme is closing its Southern Africa bureau in Johannesburg due to funding constraints, with the US slashing foreign aid contracts globally. The agency did not specify the impact of Trump’s aid cuts, but noted a constrained donor funding outlook. The US is the largest donor to the WFP, contributing $4.5bn of its $9.8bn budget last year.
Mother on trial for allegedly kidnapping and selling daughter in South Africa. Kelly Smith denies involvement in daughter’s abduction in February 2024. Trial includes partner and friend. Joshlin, 6, remains missing. Community support during search. Smith claims innocence, left daughter with partner. Police arrested her later.
Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Ltd. is set to launch its own generic diabetes and obesity drugs next year, aiming to address global supply shortages and affordability concerns. CEO Stephen Saad sees this as a major opportunity, particularly in emerging markets. The company’s shares surged 13% on the news, with existing partnerships with Eli Lilly & Co. and Novo Nordisk A/S in place.
Two people were killed and 25 injured in Mannheim, Germany, as a car drove into a crowd during a carnival celebration. The suspect, Alexander Scheuermann, 40, was arrested and is being investigated for double murder and multiple attempted murders. The victims were identified as an 83-year-old woman and a 54-year-old man. Police believe the suspect acted alone.
Severe thunderstorms with heavy downpours and intense lightning are forecasted in parts of the Northern Cape, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga. Impact-based warnings have been issued for these regions. Additionally, isolated showers and thundershowers are expected in most parts of the country, with cloudy and warm conditions in Gauteng.
