Amid the worst drought in 40 years, Horn of Africa countries have been hit by outbreaks of cholera and acute watery diarrhea, while fighting in northern Ethiopia continues, a UN spokesman said. The start of the October-December rains has been poor, and rainfall will likely continue to be below average. It would make this the […]
Day: October 29, 2022
South Africa Crowns New Zulu King at Mega Party
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA — A new Zulu King was formally enthroned as the head of South Africa’s most influential traditional monarchy at a colorful ceremony Saturday attended by tens of thousands. President Cyril Ramaphosa handed over a giant framed certificate officially recognizing the 48-year-old new ruler Misuzulu Zulu in the coastal city of Durban. “Our […]
We’re bound to enforce UN not US sanctions – South Africa ‘defends’ Putin ally
South African presidency has defended the decision to grant clearance to an ally of Russian president Vladimir Putin to dock his luxury yacht on their shores. Alexei Mordashov, who is believed to belong to the inner circle of Putin is owner of one of the world’s largest steel businesses. The ship, which is sailing from […]
35-year-old female appears in court on the Lizo Vakala murder
GQEBERHA – The 35-year-old Miranda Galela appeared briefly before the Motherwell Magistrates Court on 28 October 2022 for the murder of Lizo Vakala who went missing on 22 October 2022. His body was found in bushes in Motherwell on 25 October 2022 and the Galela was arrested the same day. The case was postponed to […]
Manhunt launched after gruesome murders
ALICE – A 72 hour activation plan has been implemented to track down the suspects involved in cases of murder and attempted murder following an incident that occurred at Alice on Friday 28 October 2022. SAPS members were summoned to a crime scene at Catherine Street in Alice and on arrival they found two young […]