africanews.com

@africanews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:38:09

Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo highlights challenge of containing rare strain

Nita Bharti, associate professor of biology at Penn State, studies Ebola and says the death toll is probably much higher than we currently believe because it took longer to identify the outbreak and that allowed it to spread faster.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:39:48

LIVE | President Ramaphosa on Botswana State Visit

President Ramaphosa President Gideon Duma Boko to co-chair the Summit of Sixth Session of the BNC

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:42:51

One shot dead, 3 wounded in Kraaifontein on Cape Flats

A 50-year-old victim was declared deceased on the scene by medical in Kraaifontein.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:46:46

Gauteng Health urges disability grant applicants to use free facilities for SASSA forms

Gauteng Health Department encourages use of community health centres for disability grants forms…

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:57:37

UPDATE | Death toll from crash between bus and taxi in Mpumalanga now at 10

One person sustained serious injuries, while two more occupants escaped with slight injuries

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 09:03:06

Fannie Nkosi's theft case postponed, lawyers withdraw

Fannie Nkosi faces charges of theft and defeating the ends of justice.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 08:44:58

Elon Musk eyes Wall Street record with SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk's SpaceX rocketed toward Wall Street on Wednesday, filing plans for what could become the largest initial public offering in history.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 08:56:45

Can an African team win FIFA World Cup 2026?

Former Senegal star El Hadji Diouf shares the belief of CAF president Patrick Motsepe that an African team can win FIFA World Cup 2026.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 09:03:10

Horror taxi-bus crash claims NINE lives in Mpumalanga

Nine people have died following a head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a bus on the R39 between Standerton and Morgenzon in Mpumalanga.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 21 May 2026 08:40:14

Silva says it's time for new Man City generation to shine

"It's never enough, but I feel that we won a lot, our generation," said Silva.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Thu, 21 May 2026 08:46:02

Sedibeng police arrest duo in R3.7m illicit-cigarette bust

South Africa's illicit tobacco trade continues to tighten its grip on the economy, draining billions in tax revenue losses.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:28:37

Head-on crash between bus and taxi in Mpumalanga claims 9 lives

One person sustained serious injuries, while two more occupants escaped with slight injuries

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:31:06

LIVE | TRC Cases | Khampepe Commission of Inquiry: 21 May 2026

TRC Commission chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Sisi Khampempe continues today

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:34:45

LIVE | Senzo Meyiwa Murder Trial | 21 May 2026

The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to continue at the High Court in Pretoria on Thursday

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 08:19:30

Body of Masiphumelele man washes ashore at Fish Hoek beach

The body of a missing 44-year-old man from Masiphumelele has been found washed ashore at Fish Hoek beach in Cape Town.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 08:23:57

PSL news: Chiefs lose two players, Pirates warned

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) moves fast, and 24 hours can bring plenty of developments. Here is a look at the latest updates for Thursday, 21 May 2026.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 08:32:04

Popular Surfers Corner eatery in Muizenberg to close

The Shed Surfers Corner, a popular beachfront restaurant in Muizenberg, has announced it will close its doors.

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businesstech.co.za

@businesstech Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00

Investec as you know it is changing

Investec is changing its Private Client strategy as the group looks to grow its market share and drive returns.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Thu, 21 May 2026 08:12:15

LIVE | Sergeant Fannie Nkosi court appearance

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi is appearing at the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court.

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Thu, 21 May 2026 08:10:42

Mamelodi Sundowns suffer nightmare trip to Morocco

Mamelodi Sundowns have finally secured a landing permit in Morocco, clearing the way for their travel ahead of Sunday's second-leg in the CAF Champions League final.