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South Africa condemns Gaza killings as death toll rises

South Africa has issued a strong condemnation of Israeli military operations in Gaza that killed approximately 100 Palestinians yesterday, including 75 members of two families in Beit Lahia. The attacks have heightened concerns about civilian casualties and access to humanitarian aid. The
November 30, 2024
Lindokuhle Mkhwanazi, 30, Lindani Ndimande, 35, Siyanda Myeza, 21, Mziwethemba Gwabeni, 36, and Lindokuhle Ndimande, 29, allegedly murdered Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane

AKA Murder Case Delayed Until February for Indictments

The murder trial over rapper AKA and Tibz Motsoane’s deaths has been postponed to February 7 as prosecutors await an extradition appeal and prepare formal indictments. The Durban Magistrate’s Court heard Friday that two suspects, the Ndimande brothers, are appealing their extradition
November 29, 2024
South African Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber

South Africa Extends Zimbabwe Permits Until Late 2025

South African Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber has extended Zimbabwe Exemption Permits (ZEP) until November 2025, offering relief to thousands of Zimbabweans facing an imminent deadline. The decision, announced in Friday’s government gazette, follows a court order requiring consultation with permit holders
November 29, 2024
Men shopping zimbabwe

Zimbabwe to Tax Plastic Bags in Environmental Push

Zimbabwe will introduce a 20% tax on plastic carrier bags from January 2025 as it joins global efforts to reduce environmental damage from single-use plastics. Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube announced the measure in his budget speech on Thursday, saying it would “promote
November 29, 2024
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