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ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula condemns the rape of seven-year-old Cwecwe at her school in Eastern Cape. Police’s special unit deployed to assist in the case. Nationwide protests against gender-based violence. South African Council of Churches condemns the incident. Despite efforts, pervasive rape and violence remain unresolved in the country.
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US President Donald Trump is set to announce new tariffs, dubbed “Liberation Day”, but details remain unclear. Previous tariffs have targeted Chinese imports, steel, aluminum, and goods from Canada and Mexico. Higher levies on cars are expected. The White House has not disclosed specific tariff rates, leaving analysts to speculate.
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South Africa’s fixed home broadband speeds have greatly improved in the last decade, with costs per Mbps decreasing. Telkom’s monopoly on fixed copper-based Internet services until 2012 led to poor service and customer neglect. Competition Tribunal ordered Telkom to split wholesale and retail businesses in 2012. Failure to adopt optic fiber technology and infrastructure issues plagued the company.
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The revamped Eat Out Awards event in Cape Town was a success, signaling a commitment by New Media and Woolworths to lead restaurant awards in South Africa. The event addressed past criticisms and honored Nathan Clarke as the Rising Star and Franck Dangereux with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The evening celebrated the restaurant industry and its talented individuals.
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Asian stocks stutter as gold nears record high amid nervousness over Trump’s tariff plans. Investors await details of reciprocal tariffs, fearing an intensifying global trade war. Trump’s levies on aluminium, steel, autos, and Chinese goods have rattled markets. Asian stocks fall, with Japan’s Nikkei down 0.3% and South Korea’s index 0.57% lower. S&P 500 and Nasdaq end higher after choppy session.
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Former BBMzansi 2024 contestant Sinaye Sotobe lands two radio shows at YFM. He will co-host Home Run from 3pm to 6pm and host Happy Hour with Sinaye from 6pm to 7pm. YFM introduces new shows like Club Y, replacing YTKO mix show. Excitement as the station unveils its 2025 schedule.
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Financial fears and leadership tensions have engulfed Prince Harry’s charity Sentebale, leading to resignations of trustees. Despite receiving £1.2m from Harry’s memoir earnings, the charity faces funding challenges. The Charity Commission will investigate the claims and counter-claims, with former trustees expressing concerns over the breakdown in relationships within the organization.
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Scattered showers and thundershowers are expected across much of South Africa, including Mpumalanga, Gauteng, and North West. Coastal areas in parts of the Northern and Western Cape will experience strong winds. The South African Weather Service issued impact-based warnings, including a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms in Mpumalanga Highveld. Caution is advised due to potential flooding and damage.
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ANC and DA fail to reach budget agreement after late-night negotiations. Deadlock persists between Government of National Unity partners. Fiscal framework discussion delayed as parties clash over VAT increase and economic policy. DA leader cancels media briefing as deadline looms for budget adoption.
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Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube calls for mandatory screening of school staff against sexual offenders register after 7-year-old Cwecwe’s rape in Eastern Cape. Gwarube spoke at Uyinene Mrwetyana commemorative lecture, honoring the late rape victim. Uyinene’s mother, Nomangwane Mrwetyana, expressed support for Cwecwe’s family during the event.
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