Malema firearm case postponed to April for closing arguments

Economic Freedom Fighters leader appears at court for a pre-sentencing hearing. The case against Economic Freedom Fighter (EFF) leader Julius Malema has been adjourned to the 15th of April for closing arguments. The East London Magistrate’s Court in the Eastern Cape heard pre-sentencing arguments of which the defense called social worker, Jessie Thompson, today. In…

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Zim’s unlikely student: High school at 67

A retired baker, Njara’s thirst for knowledge and personal growth has driven him to return to the classroom and this time, rubbing shoulders with pupils as old as his grandchildren. DEFYING conventional norms, Helex Njara, at 67, has taken the courageous step of pursuing Advanced Level studies, a feat typically associated with younger students. A…

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Raid reveals several management irregularities at St Albans facility

St Albans Correctional Facility in Gqeberha  A surprise raid at St Albans Correctional Facility in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape on Sunday night has revealed several procedural irregularities within the facility’s management.   The raid, led by Correctional Services Commissioner, Makgothi Thobakgale, uncovered various contrabands in prison cells, including cellphones, cash and inmate medical records.   Prison…

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Gauff building momentum in Rome with French Open looming

United States’ (US) Coco Gauff reacts during her round of 32 match against Poland’s Magda Linette during the Italian Open in Foro Italico, Rome, Italy on May 11, 2025. 2 minutes American Coco Gauff became the youngest player to reach four Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) 1000 quarter-finals on clay with a 6-1, 6-2 win over…

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China says ‘market has spoken’ after US tariffs spark selloff

2 minutes China said on Saturday “the market has spoken” in rejecting US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, and called on Washington for “equal-footed consultation” after global markets’ dramatic reaction to the trade levies, which drew Chinese retaliation. Several Chinese commerce associations in industries from healthcare and textiles to electronics also issued statements on Saturday calling…

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Sluggish Boks see off young Italians 42-24

Boks during training Rugby World Cup champions, South Africa, continued where they left off last season, recording a victory in their opening test match of the 2025 international season. Centre Jesse Kriel became the Springboks 67th test captain and he celebrated the occasion, scoring his side’s first try in their 42-24 victory over Italy at…

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