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The Latest Breaking News from South Africa

Harry Brook and Will Jacks in England Lions squad to face South Africa

The tour match will give an opportunity for players to push for a first Test cap

The Independent UK

UK tourists warned of growing violent crime threat in grim destination update

Officials are warning UK visitors in South Africa to remain vigilant and not travel alone because of the country's growing crime rate

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as pressure cranks up further on New Zealand boss and Pivac faces crucial call after loss of Wales coach

These are some of the stories making the rugby news on Friday August 5

Wales Online

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Analysis-S.Africa's Ramaphosa on a knife edge as crises spur leadership contest

South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa is beset by crises that have cast doubt on his presidency and left him vulnerable to a leadership challenge as his party begins the process of selecting candidates for the next national election.

Reuters

Mob attacks illegal miners after rapes shock South Africa

Residents in Krugersdorp take to the streets after eight women were raped in an attack blamed on illegal miners.

Al Jazeera

The familiar Welsh rugby faces, including three Test Lions, battling to return for the new season

All have been on the sidelines with significant injuries

Wales Online

Reeza Hendricks sets up South Africa win in Ireland T20 opener

Hendricks, who starred in his country’s recent series win over England, hit 74 from 53 balls during the day-night match in Bristol

The Hindu

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Ireland vs South Africa LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Ireland v South Africa in England 2022

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The Independent UK

Anger, clashes in South Africa after alleged gang rapes

Community members in the South African city of Krugersdorp beat suspected illegal miners with sticks and set fire to their camps following the alleged gang rapes of eight women by miners last week

The Independent UK

US secretary of state Antony Blinken's visit aims to reset relations with South Africa

US secretary of state Antony Blinken has embarked on a five nation tour of Cambodia, the Philippines, South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.

The Conversation

Rape is endemic in South Africa. Why the ANC government keeps missing the mark

Rape in South Africa is systemic and endemic. The country’s annual police crime statistics confirm this. There were 42,289 rapes reported in 2019/2020, as well as 7,749 sexual assaults. This translates into about 115 rapes a day.

The Conversation

The hugely gifted Welsh rugby talents vying to be World Cup bolters exactly 400 days from 2023 tournament in France

At least one outsider always emerges to make cut for biggest rugby event - and there are lots looking to catch Wayne Pivac's eye this time

Wales Online

South Africa reports first death causally linked to COVID vaccine

South Africa's health regulator reported on Thursday a causal link between the death of an individual and Johnson Johnson's (JJ) COVID-19 vaccine, the first time such a direct link has been made in the country.

Reuters

Racism in South Africa: why the ANC has failed to dismantle patterns of white privilege

One of the sources of social discontent in post-apartheid South Africa is the legacy of white racism. This toxic legacy is evident in racialised poverty and inequality.

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Why 'political will' isn't the magic bullet that can fix South Africa's energy crisis

South Africans gave a warm welcome to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent announcement about a “set of actions” to respond to the energy crisis in the country.

The Independent UK

On this day in 2008: Kevin Pietersen named England Test and one-day captain

The South Africa-born batter made a bright start but lasted just five months in the roles.

AAP

Govers powers Kookas to third Games win

Blake Govers has reminded the hockey world of his drag flicking prowess to seal a 3-0 Commonwealth Games victory over South Africa at Birmingham University.

The Conversation

South Africa needs stronger security in place to stop the sabotage of its power supply

South African president Cyril Ramaphosa recently outlined plans to solve the country’s devastating electricity supply crisis. But he didn’t mention the country’s ability to protect its energy infrastructure as a prerequisite to any solution.

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The Times of India

BCCI announces schedule for white-ball home series against Australia and South Africa

NEW DELHI: Mohali and Delhi are among nine Indian cities that will host back-to-back white-ball matches against Australia and South Africa, respectively, starting September 20, BCCI secretary Jay Shah said on Wednesday.

Irish Mirror

Meet the Irishman who oversaw Rangers' Champions League defeat to Union Saint-Gilloise

Limerick man Chris O'Loughlin has held the title of Sporting Director at Union Saint-Gilloise since 2019 and the Belgian club are on the rise

The Conversation

Artisanal gold mining in South Africa is out of control. Mistakes that got it here

Illegal and unregulated artisanal gold mining on the Witwatersrand Basin, located south of South Africa’s Gauteng province, is an increasing threat to community, industrial and state security. Reports on turf wars between rival gangs, or shootouts between illegal miners and security officers are commonplace.

The Guardian - UK

Look on the braai side! How to host your own South African barbecue

Boris and Carrie Johnson opted for it at their wedding celebrations. Here’s how you can recreate the feasting at home

The Guardian - UK

Bain & Co barred from UK government contracts over ‘grave misconduct’ in South Africa

Global management consultancy’s three-year ban follows pressure by ex- Labour minister Peter Hain

The Guardian - UK

South African police arrest more than 120 after gang-rape of eight women

Dozens of zama-zamas – illegal miners from other countries – now being held in crime crackdown following music video shoot attack

Reuters

South Africa's Eskom to resume power cuts after 11-day pause

South African power utility Eskom said it would implement "Stage 2" scheduled power cuts from 1600 until midnight local time (1400 to 2200 GMT) on Wednesday and Thursday due to a shortage of generation capacity.

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