South Africa Top Stories

    Agriculture Minister Willie Aucamp wants South Africa’s wildlife ranching industry transferred to his department. Behind the rhetoric of economic growth and sustainable use lies a potentially far-reaching attempt to redefine wildlife as an agricultural commodity, raising serious constitutional, ecological and ethical questions.
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    WHAT’S COOKING: Asparagus spears with rosemary-infused Parmesan butter cream
    The rich tang of Parmigiano-Reggiano and a subtle infusion of fresh rosemary work their charms on this quick and easy asparagus dish which makes a bright and cheery starter.
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    WHAT WE’RE WATCHING: Al Wat Ek Weet — A local film’s heartfelt message about adolescent mental health
    Al Wat Ek Weet is a poignant, playful portrait of teenage grief and emotional vulnerability, urging young men to express themselves before silence causes deeper harm.
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    US costs of Iran war rise to over $47bn, according to Pentagon estimate
    WASHINGTON, Oct 27 (Reuters) - The US military has spent over $47bn so far to prosecute the war in Iran, more than 25% higher than the defence department's estimate in July, according to Pentagon data obtained by Reuters.
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    Israeli exit polls show deadlock, point to setback for Netanyahu
    JERUSALEM, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Israel's wartime election appeared deadlocked on Tuesday, exit polls showed, with Gadi Eisenkot's opposition bloc running neck and neck with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's camp, leaving neither side with a clear path to power.
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    ANALYSIS: Ex-SAA acting chief Seshibe guilty on 4 of 6 charges as runway runs out
    Matshela Seshibe and SAA are disappointed that the document laying bare the outcome of the disciplinary process at Air Chefs that disqualified (according to SAA) him from becoming the permanent CEO of our national carrier was leaked to the media, but here we are.
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    FORBIDDEN STORIES: Killed while livestreaming — the blogger who exposed Mozambique’s toxic chromium mining corridor
    In late 2024, a young Mozambican blogger named Mano Shottas was shot and killed while livestreaming a protest against pollution linked to the transport of chromium ore. Since then, illegal dumping has persisted along the border with South Africa, with little response from the authorities. The few whistleblowers have been the target of death threats.
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    While much of the international discussion about Afrikaners focuses on fear and persecution, there are people whose lives tell a different story about our place in South Africa.
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    AGRICULTURAL SECTOR: SA farmers swap maize for sunflower as ‘Godzilla’ El Niño threatens harvests
    As an intense El Niño threatens the summer grain belt, farmers are shifting from maize to faster-growing, drought-tolerant sunflower amid mounting economic pressure.
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    The debate around Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe’s remarks about women seeking job opportunities being asked for sexual favours by men occupying positions of authority has turned into a discussion about language, and obscures the original question put to him concerning allegations of exploitation and power.
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