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Who's most likely to save us from the next pandemic? The answer may surprise you

The South African-based scientist who co-discovered the omicron variant of COVID-19 makes an intriguing argument.

WEKU

Russian Antarctic vessel docks in South Africa as green groups protest

A Russian research vessel which has been prospecting for oil and natural gas in the Antarctic docked in South Africa on Saturday following protests by green campaigners who say its operations in the region violate a treaty banning mineral exploration.

Reuters

South Africa's power cuts leave fruit farmers in despair

On the cusp of harvesting this season's first fruit, South African deciduous farmer Heinie du Toit frets as the worst power cuts on record threaten to take the shine off his apple and pear crop destined for foreign markets.

Reuters

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Pressure on Diamonds for World Cup as New Zealand discover a gem in Grace Nweke

The Quad series confirmed Australia are favourites for July’s World Cup, England are a hot mess and New Zealand have a diamond of their own in goal shooter Grace Nweke

The Guardian - AU

Best holiday deals from Cardiff Airport in July and August 2023 from Majorca to Crete

See our guide to some of the cheapest and best deals for July and August 2023 flying from Cardiff Airport - handy if you're thinking of booking a last minute getaway

Wales Online

Wood inspires Diamonds to Quad win over NZ

Holders Australia have reached the final of the Netball Quad Series, defeating world champions New Zealand 59-57 in Cape Town.

AAP

UN peacekeepers discover mass graves in Ituri province

In tonight's edition: More attacks are blamed on the CODECO militia group in eastern DR Congo, as mass graves are found by UN peacekeepers in Ituri province. Also, we see how a groundbreaking study in Niger that has more than halved the number of women bleeding to death in childbirth…

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Love Island bosses warned over dates due to 'dangerous' seals attacking in South Africa

Love Island bosses planning dates for this year's cohort have to keep one thing in mind - brain damaged seals which have been causing terror on the beaches of Cape Town

Daily Mirror

Extreme swimmer Lewis Pugh: ‘The polar regions are the ground zero of the climate crisis’

By braving some of the most forbidding waters on the planet, Lewis Pugh uses his unique brand of ‘Speedo diplomacy’ to draw the attention of the world’s leaders to the devastating effects of global warming

The Guardian - UK

Love Island bosses 'panic buying' essentials for Villa after shipment goes missing at sea

A cargo ship containing personalised water bottles and suitcases failed to dock in Cape Town.

Daily Record

Actress bitten 6 times in 'Jaws-style' seal attack as horrified beachgoers look on

Loulou Taylor was one of the victims of a seal attack in Cape Town, South Africa. She took to Instagram to show her bandaged fingers after she got into trouble in the water

Daily Mirror

How a scrappy African startup could forever change the world of vaccines

Afrigen is the linchpin of global project to use mRNA technology to empower low-resource countries to make their own vaccines against killer diseases from TB to HIV. What will it take to succeed?

WEKU

The biggest moments from South Africa vs Australia Test series in the past decade

The Ashes may be the greatest, but in terms of consistent quality and drama, it's hard to go past South Africa as the best rivalry in Australian men's cricket of late, writes Jon Healy.

ABC News

Inside South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings: 'All we want is a place to call home'

Compelling photos capture the lives of occupiers who say gentrification and a lack of affordable housing in Cape Town have left them no choice but to reclaim space in a city that's squeezing them out.

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Amazing places in South Africa as holidays become cheaper than ever for Brits

Visitors to South Africa have plenty of big, cultural cities such as Johannesburg and Cape Town to get stuck into, as well as fames wildlife parks such as Kruger

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Cape Town-Based Darrvin Presents The Rove Electric Mountain Bike

South African e-bike company Darrvin presents the Rove electric mountain bike, decked out in Bafang, SRAM, and RockShox components.

Belfast Live

Meet the South African husband and wife duo who left the film industry for Fermanagh

Husband and wife duo George Brain and Gigi Potter left behind the life of creating sets for sci-fi films

ABC News

David Warner's manager claims Cricket Australia approved ball-tampering plans well ahead of Cape Town scandal

David Warner's manager alleges Cricket Australia officials gave players permission to tamper with the ball some 16 months before the 2018 Cape Town scandal.

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'Quadzilla' Trae Williams in rugby recall

Former 100m sprint talent Trae Williams will return to Australia's rugby sevens side after a two-year absence for the World Series event in Cape Town.

Reuters

Analysis: South Africa's Ramaphosa still ANC's best hope despite scandal

South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa is weathering the worst scandal of his presidency thanks to the backing of his party, which is keenly aware its best hope of retaining power at 2024 elections is to keep him as leader.

Wales Online

Stormers 34-26 Dragons: Welsh side rescue bonus point against champions with stunning second-half comeback

The Dragons were trailing 28-0 just ahead of the break before turning things around in Cape Town

Tribune News Service

Activists say Amazon is building on sacred land in South Africa

A group of activists is bringing a dispute from South Africa's Cape Town to Amazon's Puget Sound headquarters, hoping to stand in solidarity with some Indigenous people and appeal directly to CEO Andy Jassy.

Reuters

Mandela grandson protests release of anti-apartheid leader Hani's killer

A small group of demonstrators gathered outside South Africa's parliament in Cape Town on Wednesday to protest against the release from prison of the man who killed anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani in 1993.

Reuters

Buses set on fire in South Africa's Cape Town as taxi strike starts

Two buses were set on fire on Monday in South Africa's Cape Town as local taxi associations embarked on a two-day strike to protest against a termination of an incentive program.

Zenger

Photos Offer Rare Glimpse At African Island That Locals Say Is ‘The Most Remote In The World’

There is only one police officer on the island, who hardly receives any calls

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