South Africa
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17 people killed in 2 mass shootings in the same town in South AfricaThe victims were reportedly attending a family gathering at the time of the shooting.WorldSep 28
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Tourist trampled to death by elephants while taking photos in South AfricaThe 43-year-old Spanish man is at least the third tourist to be killed after a charge from a wild elephant in Africa since April 2024.TrendingJul 10
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South Africa’s Ramaphosa looks to be re-elected after ANC reaches dealThe deal between two sharply antagonistic parties marks the start of a new era in South African politics, which has been utterly dominated by the ANC since it swept to power.WorldJun 14
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South Africa’s ANC seeks coalition after losing its majority for 1st timeThe African National Congress, once led by Nelson Mandela, has run South Africa since it swept to power in 1994 but was punished for its checkered record in last week's election.WorldJun 6
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South Africa celebrates 30 years since end of apartheid, but discontent growsAnalysts and polls predict that the waning popularity of the democratic party once led by Nelson Mandela is likely to see it lose its parliamentary majority for the first time.PoliticsApr 27
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Israel urges ICJ to reject claim Rafah operations violate initial Gaza ordersIn a three-page submission released Thursday by the court, Israel labeled the new South African request “ highly peculiar and improper."WorldFeb 15
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Israel must take all measures to prevent Gaza genocide, ICJ says in interim rulingThe top UN court stopped short Friday of ordering a ceasefire in Gaza, but demanded Israel try to contain death and damage in its military offensive in the tiny coastal enclave.WorldJan 26
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South Africa expects ICJ judgment on Gaza emergency measures soon: reportSouth Africa expects the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to rule this Friday on whether it will grant emergency measures to stop the conflict in Gaza.WorldJan 24
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Israel defends itself in genocide case, says it’s fighting a ‘war it did not start’Accused of committing genocide against Palestinians, Israel insisted at the United Nations’ highest court Friday that its conflict in Gaza was a legitimate defence of its people.WorldJan 12
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At least 70 dead as fire rips through Johannesburg apartment blockFires are common in Johannesburg, especially in poor areas. One of the poorest townships of Alexandra has seen hundreds of homes razed in several fires over the past five years.WorldAug 31, 2023
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