Women's Month: Five must-read fiction books by SA female authors

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Women's Month: Five must-read fiction books by SA female authors

As women, our stories are central to our emancipation. Here's our pick of the best reads this Women's Month.

Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Gender-based violence: Ramaphosa demands life sentences for rapists

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed several key issues surrounding the lockdown, the cigarette ban, and gender-based violence.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

ANC leaders implicated in VBS fraud to be reinstated with immediate effect

According to party insiders, President Ramaphosa was vehemently opposed to the reinstatement but was ultimately overruled by the NEC majority.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Heres how cybercriminals target businesses as employees return to work

Researchers at Check Point warn that cybercriminals are taking advantage of businesses transitioning their workforces. Here's what you need to know.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Weather forecast, alerts and UVB index for all South African provinces, 25 June 2020

Here's a quick glance at what the weather forecast holds in store across all the South African provinces. Stay warm or keep cool.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Mkhize: Four provinces at risk of COVID-19 surge - and a hard lockdown

It's no longer just Gauteng on the ropes: Zweli Mkhize stated that four provinces in SA may re-enter a hard lockdown when COVID-19 cases increase.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Daily Lotto results for Wednesday, 1 July 2020

Today’s DAILY LOTTO jackpot is estimated at R325,000! The Daily Lotto is a lottery game that guarantees a jackpot for every draw.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

New film ‘1 Angry Black Man’ harrowingly speaks to today’s social climate | The Crusader Newspaper Group

“1 Angry Black Man” tells the story of Mike Anderson, a senior at a New England liberal arts

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Source: The Crusader Newspaper Group

Investigations into R500 billion COVID-19 relief fund corruption underway

The SIU is waiting on President Ramaphosa to sign a national proclamation which will allow investigators to consolidate all allegations of corruption.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Petrol price increase and SASSA dominate Google search queries

Petrol price increases and SASSA grants were amongst the most searched on Google South Africa this week. Here are the results from Google Trends.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Limpopo cop busted with R100 000 worth of illegal cigarettes in his car

An officer in Limpopo, operating on the wrong side of the law, was arrested when he crashed a car that was transporting his illegal cigarette stash.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

SpaceXs Starlink satellites will be visible from SA – Heres how to spot them [videos]

Is that a bird, is it a plane? No, it's SpaceX's Starlink satellites in low-Earth orbit. Here's how to spot the satellite train from South Africa this week.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Vodacoms Be The Light campaign calls on men to stand up against abuse and femicide

Vodacom is launching a campaign called 'Be The Light', which calls on men to become agents of change and take a stand against gender-based violence.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Military medics deployed to Eastern Cape as healthcare systems struggle

The province's healthcare system has been overwhelmed by a surge in coronavirus cases.

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COVID-19 latest: Cases in SA increase by 10 134 in 24 hours

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said the total number of COVID-19 cases are at 215 855 as of Tuesday 7 July 2020.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday 26 June

If you need to know all the latest news in South Africa, be sure to check out our overview of major headlines on Friday 26 June.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Judge in cigarette ban case may face suspension for gross misconduct

Judge John Hlophe was instrumental in postponing an urgent application to overturn the cigarette ban. But the legal veteran now faces a personal battle.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Animals found in deplorable conditions at Somerset West shelter [video]

Several animals, found in shameful conditions in a house in Somerset West, have been confiscated by the Cape of Good Hope SPCA.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Henry Jansen: Western Cape Mayor dies from COVID-19

Langeberg Mayor Henry Jansen, who spent the best part of 20 years in the Western Cape's political arena, lost his fight against COVID-19 on Tuesday.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Powerball and Powerball Plus results for Friday, 3 July 2020

There's big money on the line tonight! R146 million is on the line. Here are your Powerball and Powerball Plus results for Friday, 3 July 2020.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday 9 June

Although most Grade 7 and 12 pupils returned to class yesterday, some classrooms have remained closed for failing to adhere to safety protocols.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Powerball and Powerball Plus results for Friday, 26 June 2020

There's big money on the line tonight! R204 million is on the line. Here are your Powerball and Powerball Plus results for Friday, 26 June 2020.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Thursday 2 July

In addition to challenges presented by the pandemic, President Ramaphosa faces trouble from within his own political party.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Watch: Malema unpacks wallet for journalist; no sign of dodgy credit card

In a very rare sighting, especially from a politician, EFF leader Julius Malema has willingly unpacked his wallet but some are not happy.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Truck drivers protest against hiring of foreign nationals despite interdict

Despite a court interdict warning against a national protest, truck drivers have persisted in getting their point across.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

More pupils return to school in South Africa | Africanews

Pupils at Melpark Primary School in Johannesburg, South Africa have to show a consent signed by parents before being allowed access to the

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Source: Africanews | Latest breaking news, daily news and African news from Africa

College Writing Awards go to University of Cincinnati and University of Mississippi Students | Afro

Hurston/Wright College Writing Awards go to students at the University of Cincinnati and the University of Mississippi

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Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority

Cabinet reshuffle rumours: NDZ, Mkhize, Cele may be shifted - report

We're mid-pandemic, but this may be a move of unparalleled significance: Some reports claim that a Cabinet reshuffle will claim some significant scalps.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Huawei Watch GT 2e: Health and fitness manager for your family

With 100 workout modes and a long-lasting battery, the Huawei Watch GT 2e takes workouts to the next level. Here's what you need to know about Huawei's latest smartwatch.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Tuesday 7 July

Stay informed and up to date with the latest news in South Africa by reviewing the day’s major headlines on Tuesday 7 July.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Julius Malema vows to secure justice after 15-year-old niece raped

Julius Malema has revealed online that his family is in a battle to secure justice, following the rape of his sister's teenage daughter.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

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