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Indian troops kill at least 25 Maoist rebels: police

Indian commandos have killed at least 25 Maoist rebels in Chhattisgarh, marking a critical step in the government's intensified campaign against the long-standing Naxalite insurgency.

News World
AFP|Published

Watch VideoIsraeli airstrikes escalate in Gaza amid humanitarian aid pledge

Gaza faces a humanitarian crisis as Israeli airstrikes claim 22 lives and injure over 100, following a pledge to allow limited food aid.

News World
AFP|Published

Limpopo police slams 'false' unrest claims after shop owner's arrest

A 64-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing a 47-year-old victim in Botlokwa, Limpopo. The incident sparked widespread speculation online that shops were set alight in retaliation, but police have strongly denied claims of unrest. Only a single stall rented by the suspect was burned. Limpopo’s provincial police commissioner has urged the public to refrain from sharing unverified information and warned that inciting violence on social media could lead to prosecution.

Saturday Star
Staff Reporter|Published

Fearing Indian police, Kashmiris scrub 'resistance' tattoos

Thousands in Indian-administered Kashmir with "resistance tattoos", including assault rifles inked to oppose New Delhi's authority, have been lining up to scrub them from their bodies, fearing police after a deadly attack on tourists.

News World
AFP|Published

Zanu PF dismisses planned protests in Zimbabwe as mere social media hype

Zanu PF downplays the significance of planned protests on March 31, asserting they are merely a social media phenomenon, despite police warnings and calls from activists.

News Politics
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

From crisis to recovery: Lebombo port operations resume after Mozambique election unrest

Following months of disruption that cost South Africa R10 million daily, the Lebombo Port of Entry is fully operational again. This report examines how the resolution of Mozambique's post-election tensions has revitalized cross-border trade, offering critical relief to mining companies and logistics operators who had faced a 'bleak future' during the closures.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Trial of alleged unrest instigator Bonginkosi Khanyile to start, amidst bail revoke drama

Following a court enquiry, Bonginkosi Khanyile's bail was reinstated, with trial proceedings set to begin on Thursday.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

DR Congo unrest sparks biggest refugee wave to Burundi in 25 years

Burundi grapples with its largest refugee influx in 25 years as families escape the escalating violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwandan-backed M23 fighters have seized key cities, raising alarms at the UN Security Council.

News Africa
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoUnderstanding Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla's defence against incitement charges

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla defends her social media conduct during the July 2021 unrest, claiming her actions were driven by outrage over her father's treatment.

News Politics
Se-Anne Rall|Published

'This is politics, it’s a contest': MK Party supporters rally as Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla faces July unrest charges

Hundreds of MK Party supporters, dressed in party colours, have descended on the Durban Magistrate's Court where Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla faces terrorism incitement charges linked to the deadly July 2021 unrest.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Mthembu|Published

The tweets the State hopes to sink Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla over the July 2021 riots

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla is set to appear in court on charges of incitement related to the July 2021 unrest, where violence erupted following her father's imprisonment.

News Politics
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Four more South African soldiers die in DRC

Four South African soldiers killed in combat against M23 Rebels in DRC, raising death toll to 13.

News Africa
Devereaux Morkel|Published

Mozambique inaugurates new president amid deadly unrest over disputed poll

Mozambique President-elect Daniel Chapo will be sworn into office on Wednesday after weeks of deadly political unrest, but the main opposition leader has vowed to "paralyse" the country with fresh protests against the fiercely disputed election result.

News Africa
Yolande Du Preez|Published