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President Ramaphosa to Deliver Keynote at SADC Summit, Emphasizing Regional Integration

President Ramaphosa to Deliver Keynote at SADC Summit, Emphasizing Regional Integration

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to deliver a keynote address at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban as part of South Africa's hosting of the 46th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The summit, scheduled for August 16-17, 2026, will focus on translating SADC Vision 2050 into actionable pathways towards solidarity, equality, and shared prosperity. The public lecture on August 14 will provide a platform for high-level reflection and public dialogue on regional integration, industrialization, infrastructure development, peace, security, and inclusive development in Southern Africa. The event aims to deepen public understanding of SADC Vision 2050 and its relevance to regional integration and economic transformation.
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President Ramaphosa Establishes National Council to Combat Gender-Based Violence

President Ramaphosa Establishes National Council to Combat Gender-Based Violence

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially established the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (NCGBVF) in South Africa. This statutory body aims to enhance leadership and accountability in addressing gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). The council, chaired by Dr. Ramalepe Lebogang Mathibe, will coordinate the implementation of the National Strategic Plan on GBVF across government and other sectors. The council's formation follows Ramaphosa's declaration of GBVF as a national crisis, highlighting the need for a coordinated national response to the unacceptable levels of violence against women and children.
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Court fight begins over South Africa’s land law that irks the Trump administration

Court fight begins over South Africa’s land law that irks the Trump administration

A court case has opened challenging South Africa’s new law that allows the government to seize private land
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South African coalition party goes to court over law that angered Trump

South African coalition party goes to court over law that angered Trump

JOHANNESBURG, Aug 3 (Reuters) - South Africa's Democratic Alliance, the second-largest party in the governing coalition, went to court on Monday to challenge a land seizure law that U.S. President Donald Trump cited when cutting off aid to the country last year.
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K.J. Osborn's journey from witnessing a blind baby's sight be restored to the Tennessee Titans

K.J. Osborn's journey from witnessing a blind baby's sight be restored to the Tennessee Titans

Titans wide receiver K.J. Osborn's time away from the NFL and stint in free agency included a deep dive into ministry and mission trips to Africa.
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Cape Town Tourism Launches Workshops to Address Unused Data in Tourism Sector

Cape Town Tourism Launches Workshops to Address Unused Data in Tourism Sector

Cape Town Tourism Launches Workshops to Address Unused Data in Tourism Sector
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Oprah Winfrey to Transition South Africa Girls’ Academy Into Scholarship Model, Expanding Access to Education

Oprah Winfrey to Transition South Africa Girls’ Academy Into Scholarship Model, Expanding Access to Education

Oprah Winfrey has announced that the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa will conclude its current operations by the end of 2027. This decision marks a shift in Winfrey's approach to supporting education for young women, transitioning from a single institution to a broader scholarship model. The academy, established in 2007, has provided education to over 1,000 girls from disadvantaged backgrounds. Despite early challenges, including allegations of abuse by a staff member, the academy has become a respected institution. Winfrey plans to expand her educational mission through a national scholarship program, doubling the number of girls who will benefit. The academy's campus will be handed over to the Gauteng provincial government, which will continue to operate it as a school.
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Oprah Winfrey to Close South African School for Girls, Transition to Scholarship Program

Oprah Winfrey to Close South African School for Girls, Transition to Scholarship Program

Oprah Winfrey to Close South African School for Girls, Transition to Scholarship Program
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Saudi Oil Tankers Reroute Around Africa Amid Red Sea Security Concerns

Saudi Oil Tankers Reroute Around Africa Amid Red Sea Security Concerns

Six Saudi oil tankers have altered their usual route through the Bab el-Mandeb chokepoint, opting instead for a longer journey around Africa. This decision comes in response to threats from Houthi rebels, which have disrupted shipping in the Red Sea. The tankers, owned by Saudi Arabia's national shipping company Bahri, are signaling destinations such as Gibraltar and South Africa's Durban or Algoa Bay. This rerouting is expected to add at least two weeks to their journey. The move reflects Saudi Arabia's efforts to ensure the safety of its oil shipments amid regional tensions.
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Rewilded Elephants in South Africa Show Successful Adaptation to Wild Environments

Rewilded Elephants in South Africa Show Successful Adaptation to Wild Environments

A study published in PLOS One reveals that 11 elephants rewilded in South Africa have adapted well to their natural environments after five years. These elephants, previously held in captivity, were released into protected reserves and monitored for behavioral and physiological changes. Researchers found that their behavior closely matched that of wild elephants, with only minor differences in attentiveness and stress hormone levels. The study, led by Tenisha Roos and Tamara Eggeling, highlights the elephants' ability to regain independence and thrive in the wild, despite their history of captivity.
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Sasol Commissions PEM Electrolyser to Boost Hydrogen Technology in South Africa

Sasol Commissions PEM Electrolyser to Boost Hydrogen Technology in South Africa

Sasol, a JSE-listed energy and chemicals group, has commissioned a 2 kW proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyser system at its Research and Technology campus in Sasolburg, South Africa. This initiative is a collaboration with public-sector and academic partners, including the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation's Hydrogen South Africa (HySA) programme, the South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI), and North-West University. The electrolyser will serve as a platform for testing hydrogen production technologies and evaluating locally developed electrolyser technology under renewable energy conditions. The project aims to support local skills development and the commercialisation of green hydrogen technologies. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Professor Blade Nzimande highlighted the strategic importance of critical minerals in South Africa's clean energy ambitions, emphasizing the role of platinum group metals in future industries.
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Johannesburg Zoo's Elephants Face Legal Battle Over Potential Relocation

Johannesburg Zoo's Elephants Face Legal Battle Over Potential Relocation

The Johannesburg Zoo in South Africa is currently embroiled in a legal battle concerning the fate of its last three elephants, Lammie, Ramadiba, and Mopane. Animal welfare campaigners have petitioned the courts to release the elephants into a rewilding sanctuary, arguing that the conditions at the zoo are detrimental to their well-being. The campaigners, supported by international elephant experts, claim that the elephants are distressed and depressed due to their captivity. The zoo, however, maintains that the elephants are well cared for and have recently been given a clean bill of health. The zoo argues that relocating the elephants would eliminate important research and educational opportunities for the public, particularly for school children from poorer backgrounds. The court's decision is expected in the coming weeks.