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South African Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Role as ‘Instigator’ of 2021 Riots.

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In a landmark decision, Mdumiseni Zuma, aged 36, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for his pivotal role as one of the chief ‘instigators’ behind the harrowing riots that erupted across South Africa in July 2021, claiming the lives of more than 350 individuals. This sentencing marks the first conviction for “inciting unrest” …

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South Africa: Bureau Veritas AgriFood goes solar in Cape Town

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Bureau Veritas, a global player in testing, inspection, and certification, announces that Bureau Veritas’s AgriFood Laboratory in Cape Town has successfully completed a solar power and back up energy project that enables it to operate independently of the national electricity grid of South Africa. Bureau Veritas has taken a bold step toward undertaking a solar …

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South Africa: Deimos launches Infrastructure-as-a-Service Platform

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Cloud-native solutions provider Deimos on Monday announced the launch of Deimos Managed Infrastructure (DMI), The company says DMI is a solution that promises to transform the way businesses manage their cloud infrastructure. With a focus on security, scalability, and efficiency, DMI significantly reduces time to market for tech startups, small and midsize businesses, and enterprises, …

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Karpowership SA Gains Environmental Authorization for Saldanha Bay Facility

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Karpowership South Africa (SA) has secured environmental authorization for the development of its 320 MW Saldanha Bay project by South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment. Located in Western Cape, the project aims to strengthen the country’s ailing grid and is one of three gas-fired plants under development by Karpowership SA – a …

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South Africa Withdraws Bid to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup Soccer Tournament.

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South Africa opted out of the bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup, citing the decision to focus on presenting a more thoroughly prepared proposal for the 2031 event rather than submitting a rushed presentation to Fifa in December. Lydia Monyepao, the head of the South African Football Association, highlighted their choice, stating, “We …

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South Africa Grants Parole to Oscar Pistorius.

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Breaking News: Oscar Pistorius Granted Parole After 10 Years Double-amputee Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius has been granted parole, marking a significant development a decade after the tragic killing of his girlfriend, which sent shockwaves across the globe. Singabakho Nxumalo, spokesperson for the Department of Corrections, confirmed that Pistorius is set to be released from prison …

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1995 Rugby World Cup Hero Hannes Strydom Dies at 58 in Car Crash in South Africa.

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South Africa mourns the loss of Hannes Strydom, a member of the revered 1995 Rugby World Cup-winning team, who tragically died in a car crash at the age of 58, as confirmed by the South African Rugby Union on Monday. The union reported that Strydom passed away in a car accident on Sunday evening, leaving …

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South Africa Initiates Strategies to Re-engage Disillusioned Voters in Upcoming Elections.

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South Africa initiated its first significant voter registration drive on Saturday, aiming to combat widespread disinterest in the lead-up to next year’s national elections. Polling stations across the country welcomed potential voters to register or verify their details during a two-day initiative designed to encourage participation in elections that have seen declining turnout over the …

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ATFX acquires Khwezi Financial Services, a licensed ODP in South Africa

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ATFX, an online trading services provider, has announced the acquisition of a licensed ODP (Over-the-Counter Derivative Provider) in South Africa following the successful purchase of Khwezi Financial Services, which is regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA). This strategic move further solidifies ATFX’s global presence and strengthens its position as a key player in …

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South Africa Commissions Flagship Battery Storage Project

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South Africa’s state-owned power utility Eskom has launched the Hex Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project. The development represents the largest of its kind in Africa. Located in Worcester in the Western Cape province, the project is designed to store up to 100MWh of energy. Constructed by South Korean industrial company Hyosung, the Hex BESS …

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