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Social media comes under scrutiny in South African elections

As South Africa prepares for its elections on May 29, tech companies are facing scrutiny ...

South Africa: Devastating Floods Hit KwaZulu-Natal

KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa faces severe floods on June 4, 2022, causing widespread damage and ...

Manhunt underway after 17 people killed in 2 mass shootings in South Africa

Police in South Africa are searching for suspects following two mass shootings in the town ...

Digital Innovation Empowering African Voices

The digital revolution is igniting a surge of innovation and entrepreneurship across the globe, and ...

South Africa’s Political Crisis: Can the ANC Hold on to Power Amid Growing Discontent?

South Africa’s political scene is facing its most severe test since the end of ...

South African education bill on language in schools threatens new unity government

A proposed education bill in South Africa that would give the government more authority over ...

Mining in South Africa: Challenges and Opportunities in a Transforming Industry

Miners in South Africa have long known the wealth buried beneath their feet. For over ...

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August 16th is the day in 1989 that a solar flare from the Sun creates a geomagnetic storm that affects micro chips, leading to a halt of all trading on Toronto's stock market.

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