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Nine Women’s Deaths Spur South Africa Protests — 2dMemorials and silent protests across South Africa followed the discovery of eight to nine deaths of women in the Ekurhuleni and Kempton Park areas, renewing public anger over femicide and calls for stronger policing and action against gender-based violence. Authorities and activists cite a national crisis in GBV, with President Ramaphosa pledging intensified investigations and police operations like a broader crackdown to protect women.

Chinese Electric Bike Imports Across Africa Rise 60% — Sep 10, 2026Africa’s shift to renewables and electric mobility is increasingly powered by Chinese equipment, with South Africa importing the majority of its solar, battery, and wind gear and North Africa driving a surge in Chinese electric scooters and mopeds. The continent shows a clear divide: consumer-focused North Africa leads in fully built EV imports, while East and West Africa emphasize commercial use, local assembly, and battery-swapping networks to support ride-hailing and delivery services.

Powerball Results Span Texas, UK; SA Draw Pending — 6dA quartet of lottery updates covers Texas Lotto and Powerball draw results, ahead-of-draw notices, and prize rules across the UK and South Africa. The reports detail Sept. 14, 2026 results for Texas Powerball, XTRA and Plus pre‑draw pages, the upcoming U.K. National Lottery Powerball jackpot and the strict claim procedures, and general South African lottery draw guidelines.

Russia Begins First Duma Election Since Invasion — Sep 12, 2026The Russian State Duma elections, slated for September 18-20, are expected to again favor United Russia under tight Kremlin control and serve as a barometer of public support for the war in Ukraine, with limited real opposition on the ballot. Russians abroad—from Kerala in India to South Africa and other consulates—are voting at dedicated polling sites, reflecting efforts to mobilize turnout while observers flag concerns about legitimacy and potential manipulation of participation.

IJRSurvey Of Nation’s Mayors Details Impacts Of Affordability Crisis On Main StreetSpencer Lombardo · 3 min · 2h

Sept. 17 Lottery Results and Powerball JackpotsLifestyle — 6dGlobal lottery updates show mixed outcomes and reforms: the Philippines’ PCSO reported no winners for the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Megalotto 6/45 jackpots on Sept 14, 2026, while New Zealand moves to a 14-ball Powerball format starting Sept 16 with a higher $60 million cap and altered odds. Meanwhile, Daily Lotto results were posted in South Africa with notable jackpot estimates, and apps continue to provide alerts and terms of use for lottery results across regions.

YourlistRankingMost Influential Women in World HistoryFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.1379 votes · 26 candidates

South African Groups Seek Data-Centre Construction Halt — Sep 4, 2026Civil society groups in South Africa are urging a temporary halt on new data-centre approvals until the industry’s use of water, land and electricity is properly assessed, with the SAHRC reporting more than 250 submissions. The push coincides with rapid expansion by US firms like Amazon, Microsoft and Equinix, including a Cape Town hyperscale facility estimated to need about 160 MW, as President Ramaphosa notes SA hosts roughly 70% of Africa’s data-centre capacity and calls for greater transparency and clearer resource-regulation.

South Africa Accuses Israel of Genocide at World CourtReporting — Jan 11, 2024Palestinian supporters are celebrating South Africa’s move to accuse Israel of genocide before the World Court. According to Reuters , Tembeka Ngcukaitobi, an advocate of the High Court of South Africa, stated during…

Fatal Ebola case detected in new DRC province, officials say — Sep 11, 2026The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded to a seventh province with Bundibugyo virus detected in South-Ubangi, raising cross-border containment concerns as authorities warn of many contacts from road and river transport even though local transmission in that province has not yet been confirmed. The outbreak remains the largest in the country’s history, with 6,942 cases and 3,349 deaths reported by authorities and WHO saying it is out of control and could surpass prior West Africa outbreaks.

Critics Slam Biden After He Announces Billions in Donations to Get South Africa off CoalReporting — Dec 15, 2022President Joe Biden landed himself in hot water after announcing the United States would be donating billions to South Africa to help replace coal plants with renewable energy. During the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit…

On X · @BackersGamesFFortnite Leak: New Sprites to Remain Through Entire Chapter and Next SeasonA Fortnite news account reported that the new generation of sprites introduced this season will stay available for the full chapter, including the upcoming season. The post has drawn strong community frustration over perceived content repetition in the battle royale mode.350 likes · 18m

Musk Says South Africa Banned Starlink Because He’s ‘Not Black’ — Mar 7, 2025Elon Musk claimed Friday that Starlink, his satellite internet company, is unable to operate in South Africa because he is “not black.” SpaceX, the satellite service’s parent company, is prohibited from entering the…

What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus Right NowReporting — Jul 23, 2020Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus right now: South Africa’s 59% excess deaths imply hidden COVID-19 toll South Africa witnessed some 17,000 extra deaths from natural causes, or 59% more than would…

YourlistVS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

American Missionary Kidnapped At Gunpoint In South Africa While Delivering Sermon — Apr 11, 2025A missionary from the U.S. was kidnapped by masked men in South Africa while delivering a sermon on Thursday evening. Josh Sullivan, 45, was delivering a sermon at the Fellowship Baptist Church Motherwell in Gqeberha…

Kidnapped US Pastor Rescued After Deadly Shootout In South Africa — Apr 16, 2025An American pastor was rescued after a deadly shootout at a house in KwaMagxaki, Gqeberha, where he was being held. Authorities in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa made the announcement Tuesday, per Fox News …

Elon Musk Calls Out the President of South Africa: Saying ‘Nothing’ About ‘Genocide’ of White CitizensReporting — Aug 3, 2023Elon Musk responded to a video of South African politician Julius Malema, singing “Kill the Boer (Whites), kill the White farmer” Monday. He said, “They are openly pushing for genocide of white people in South Africa.”…

DDaily Caller News FoundationAnti-Data Center Group Planned Massive ‘Revolt.’ Barely A Soul Showed UpA grassroots effort to turn Americans against artificial intelligence and data centers struggled to draw a crowd.1h · 1 reads

US imposes visa curbs on South Africans accused of land seizures — 3dThe United States announced a new visa-restriction policy targeting South African foreign nationals involved in uncompensated land seizures, race-based discrimination, or the incitement of violence, arguing that Pretoria has not adequately addressed these concerns and that relations have deteriorated since President Trump’s first and second terms. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the policy as a response to these issues, with reporting across multiple outlets confirming the scope and intent of the sanctions.

Marcus Bell Relations with Pretoria have worsened for years over these issues, so limiting entry for those inciting seizures makes sense.

QuizieQuizHow charismatic are you, really?Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.3 min · today's quiz

South Africa Accuses Mystery Charter Flights of Aiding Effort to Remove Palestinians — Nov 18, 2025South Africa’s government is raising alarm over a chartered plane carrying more than 150 Palestinians that landed in Johannesburg last week, suggesting the flight may be part of a broader international effort to push…

South Africa’s Apartheid Crimes Inquiry Stalls on Opening Day Over Conflict-of-Interest Claim — Nov 10, 2025An inquiry into whether South Africa’s post-apartheid governments interfered with investigations into crimes committed under apartheid was delayed on Monday after objections were raised over one of its top lawyers…

Trump Pulls US From G20 Over ‘Discrimination’ Against White Farmers in South Africa — Nov 7, 2025President Donald Trump announced Friday that no U.S. government officials would attend this year’s Group of 20 summit in South Africa, citing the country’s treatment of white farmers. According to The Associated Press …

Harris Insists a New Telescope Will ‘Answer Some of the Biggest Questions of Humanity’ – And GravityReporting — Mar 28, 2023Vice President Kamala Harris insists a new telescope being built in South Africa could answer some major questions. During an event on Tuesday, Harris said, “In South Africa, part of the world’s largest radio telescope…

IJRVirginia Democrats Want Abortion In The Constitution. 700,000 Catholics Could Stand In Their WayIreland Owens · 6 min · 2h

Anderson Cooper Report Fails To Cover Full Story In South Africa — Feb 24, 2026CNN’s Anderson Cooper traveled to South Africa to fact-check President Donald Trump’s explosive claim that white farmers are facing genocide. What he delivered instead was a tightly packaged 15-minute segment on “60…

Philippine bettor claims multimillion-peso jackpot as global lottery results roll in — Sep 6, 2026Lotto and lottery results dominated headlines across multiple countries the past few days, with a 6/49 Lotto winner in the Philippines securing a multi‑million prize and UK, US Oklahoma, South Africa, and other draws posting large jackpots and detailed claiming instructions. The coverage highlights tax deductions on Filipino winnings, rollovers in major Lotto draws, and the ongoing public interest in matches and potential millionaires.

Rachel Meyers Always wonder how many people forget to check their tickets after draws like this, probably more than we think.

Farmers Explore Perennial Grains Amid Weather ExtremesEnvironment — Sep 4, 2026Across the globe, farmers are increasingly turning to perennial grains like Kernza to build resilience against drought and erratic weather, aiming to cut replanting needs, labor, and water use, though adoption is slow due to yield, harvest, and market challenges. At the same time, climate risks such as El Niño threaten future grain seasons in South Africa, signaling broader volatility for staple crops.</summary

Sardine mass-mortality spurs coast-to-coast investigationsEnvironment — Aug 29, 2026Scientists in South Africa are investigating mass sardine die-offs along the west and south coasts, with pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) identified in many deceased fish as the leading explanation and testing ongoing to confirm links between outbreaks in different regions; PHV is a fish virus and poses no known risk to human health, though officials are assessing environmental factors that might contribute to the deaths.

South Africa inflation at 5% in June — Jul 22, 2026South Africa’s headline inflation rose to 5.0% in June from 4.5%, the highest in roughly a year, driven largely by a sharp jump in transport costs and fuel prices, with transport inflation at about 12.7% and housing, utilities, and insurance also contributing to the rise. The hotter reading adds pressure on the central bank to tighten policy, with markets pricing potential further rate hikes at the upcoming decision.

On X · @frankiemunizFrankie Muniz Family Soccer Photo ReactionsFrankie Muniz shared a wholesome family photo after his son's sportsmanship award, drawing mostly positive or neutral responses. Roughly 75% of reactions are supportive, celebrating the family moment, while 25% are skeptical or snarky, often referencing his recent 'rock bottom' post. No major public figures engaged, and reactions remain low-volume without polarization over any issue.378 likes · 19m