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51 Hurt in Japan Earthquake as Warnings Persist

51 Hurt in Japan Earthquake as Warnings Persist

Authorities in Japan reported 51 injuries from a 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Aomori on 8 December 2025. The quake caused road damage, broken windows, and tsunami waves up to 70 centimetres high. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued
December 10, 2025
Oversight Visit Exposes Rape Kit Shortage Western Cape

Oversight Visit Exposes Rape Kit Shortage Western Cape

An unannounced parliamentary oversight visit has exposed a rape kit shortage in the Western Cape, with empty shelves found at SAPS’ Epping supply depot. The discovery contradicts SAPS assurances that supplies are sufficient and raises serious concerns about forensic capacity in rape
December 10, 2025
Australia Enacts Teen Social Media Ban

Australia Enacts Teen Social Media Ban

Australia is set to implement a pioneering teen social media ban for users under 16, effective from December 10, as announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. In a video message, he urged adolescents to embrace offline activities like sports, music, and family
December 9, 2025
Eswatini Energy Security Drive Hits Key Milestones

Eswatini Energy Security Drive Hits Key Milestones

Eswatini energy security is in the spotlight as the kingdom launches its first 20 MW solar project under a 75 MW programme, while government also moves to distance itself from an Iran-seized “Eswatini-flagged” tanker it says is using its flag illegally.
December 9, 2025
Matthew Gruter Deported from Australia

Matthew Gruter Deported from Australia

South African neo-Nazi Matthew Gruter deported from Australia after participating in an antisemitic protest outside the New South Wales Parliament. He arrived at OR Tambo International Airport on 4 December 2025 with his family, expressing frustration over his visa cancellation. Australian officials
December 8, 2025
Home Affairs Updates: Festive Hours and Visa Shift

Home Affairs Updates: Festive Hours and Visa Shift

The Department of Home Affairs in South Africa has announced key updates to support citizens during the festive season. Extended operating hours at selected offices will run from 8 December 2025 to 19 December 2025 and 5 January 2026 to 16 January
December 8, 2025
Morero Vows Joburg Service Delivery Beyond G20

Morero Vows Joburg Service Delivery Beyond G20

Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero says the city’s clean-up and repair drive is not a cosmetic G20 exercise but part of a long-term Joburg service delivery push. Provincial leaders back plans to sustain weekly interventions, while the DA accuses them of prioritising image
November 24, 2025
Karoo Farmer Rape Trial Hears Sex Stash Evidence

Karoo Farmer Rape Trial Hears Sex Stash Evidence

The Karoo farmer rape trial has heard evidence of a stash of sex toys, lubricants and “sex spray” allegedly found at Louis Lategan’s home and car. Six women say they were lured to his Aberdeen farm with au pair job offers, then
November 21, 2025
Ramaphosa Declares gender-based violence crisis

Ramaphosa Declares gender-based violence crisis

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a gender-based violence crisis in South Africa, saying the country must take “extraordinary and concerted action” to end gender-based violence and femicide. He was speaking on Thursday, 20 November 2025, at the G20 Social Summit in Boksburg.
November 21, 2025
Family Hits Back Over Jody Windvogel Tragic Death

Family Hits Back Over Jody Windvogel Tragic Death

The family of nine-year-old Delft pupil Jody Windvogel has rejected online neglect claims after his tragic death, as police open an inquest and officials roll out counselling and support to the school and community.
November 20, 2025
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