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Palestinian Refugees Stranded At OR Tambo Finally Enter SA

Palestinian Refugees Stranded At OR Tambo Finally Enter SA

Around 160 Palestinian refugees stranded at OR Tambo International Airport for more than 12 hours have finally been allowed into South Africa. Families who fled the war in Gaza endured an ordeal on a grounded plane before officials cleared their entry after
November 14, 2025

US Government Shutdown Ends After 43 Days

The US government shutdown ends after 43 days as Donald Trump signs a funding bill that reopens federal services, restores pay for workers and keeps food aid flowing. The deal also delays a major fight over health care tax credits to the
November 14, 2025
South Africa Cholera Vaccine Enters Human Trials

South Africa Cholera Vaccine Enters Human Trials

South Africa has begun Phase 1 trials of a locally manufactured oral cholera vaccine after regulatory approval. The study tests safety in healthy adults at sites in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, aiming to boost regional supply and speed outbreak response
November 13, 2025
Milei Skips SA G20, Aligning with Trump Boycott
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Milei Skips SA G20, Aligning with Trump Boycott

Argentina’s president Javier Milei will skip the Johannesburg G20. Instead, a senior delegation will attend plenaries and bilaterals. The boycott stance is political, but Argentina still wants a say in the final text. The summit schedule remains on track, and South Africa
November 13, 2025
Hawks Quiet on Prinsloo Guns Recovery Progress

Hawks Quiet on Prinsloo Guns Recovery Progress

Hawks quiet on Prinsloo guns stays the headline as the unit withholds recovery figures for more than 2 000 stolen SAPS firearms. Communities want clear numbers, timelines and proof the state can trace and remove the remaining weapons.
November 12, 2025
Tshwane Rivers Unsafe: City Halts Swimming, Baptisms

Tshwane Rivers Unsafe: City Halts Swimming, Baptisms

Tshwane rivers unsafe for any water contact, the city warns. Residents should pause swimming, bathing and baptisms while teams test and clean polluted stretches. Tap water remains safe to drink. Here’s what to avoid and how to report spills.
November 12, 2025
IOC Transgender Women Ban Edges Closer

IOC Transgender Women Ban Edges Closer

The IOC is moving toward a single eligibility rule for the female category. After a science briefing to members, a potential IOC transgender women ban looks likely before LA 2028. The goal is clarity for athletes with fairness at the centre and
November 12, 2025
Cape Town Rail Devolution Moves to Council Vote

Cape Town Rail Devolution Moves to Council Vote

Cape Town has tabled a Rail Business Plan and set a 4 December council vote to take control of commuter trains. The plan restores the core network to 2012 ridership, then adds the Blue Downs link with integrated ticketing across rail, bus
November 12, 2025
Calls for Online Gambling Ban Grow in South Africa

Calls for Online Gambling Ban Grow in South Africa

A coalition of 107 organisations has launched a 90-day campaign pushing Parliament to outlaw online casinos, ban gambling ads and tighten enforcement. With labour and retail support, calls for online gambling ban measures are gaining traction to protect families, curb addiction and
November 11, 2025
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