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The Daily Lotto draw on Friday, 3 July 2026 offered players a chance to win a R500,000 jackpot, following the previous night's R480,000 prize.
Lam Wing-kee, a Hong Kong bookseller known for selling material critical of the Chinese government, has died in Taiwan at age 70 after battling lung cancer.
Two Russian climbers reached the summit of the Empire State Building to unveil a marriage proposal banner, remaining atop the 1,454-foot skyscraper for over ten minutes before being arrested.
One week after twin earthquakes killed over 1,900 people, Venezuelans are organizing volunteer-led relief efforts as official response falters and health risks mount.
A devastating fire in an Antwerp apartment building has left several dead and others injured, as emergency crews respond to the blaze in the city's Linkeroever district.
Thirty-seven students remain unaccounted for after an attack on Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Borno State, according to parents. The assault occurred Monday while students were taking a national exam.
Hundreds of Nigerians have been repatriated following a surge in xenophobic violence and anti-immigrant protests across South African cities, as tensions flare in Johannesburg and beyond.
Rescue efforts continue in Venezuela following a devastating earthquake that has killed over 1,700 people and left thousands injured, as international aid begins to arrive.
A R50-million sewage plant in Humansdorp fails to meet standards, while Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffalo City face scrutiny for underspending on essential services, highlighting systemic infrastructure failures.
South Africa is advancing reforms in its criminal justice system, youth employment, and rural infrastructure to address persistent economic and social challenges.
Amazon launches a landmark partnership with Vodacom for Prime services, while Walmart rolls out 21 new stores, signaling intensified retail expansion in South Africa.
While some regions invest in AI-equipped police units, a new audit reveals that over half of South Africa's police stations remain unreachable by phone, exposing deep disparities in law enforcement infrastructure.
Four people were shot dead in an informal settlement in Gqeberha, prompting a murder investigation and a manhunt by police. The incident marks another episode of escalating gun violence in South Africa.
A surge in Malawian nationals seeking refuge at South African consulates has led to emergency repatriation efforts, as officials warn of growing humanitarian and security concerns.
Only 39 South African municipalities received clean audits, while multiple cities are legally challenging the rollout of automated traffic enforcement systems, exposing deep governance and financial management flaws.