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South Africa is one of the hardest-hit countries in Africa with over 740,000 infections.

The country recorded 60 more virus-related deaths on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 20,011.

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The DA unanimously agreed to ensure that all of SA's 11 official languages are made available at universities and schools.

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A paranormal investigative group investigated parts of an asylum and found a labyrinth of long, dark hallways and wards, each telling its own story in the empty darkness.

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Self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri's lawyers have said the conduct of their client trumps speculation or innuendo ahead of the much-anticipated bail judgment.

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The South African chatted to SA rapper and producer PHFAT about the 'lockdown music industry' and bringing the party to 'A New Day Out'

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So you couldn't catch the latest episode of Skeem Saam? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Be warned of spoilers!

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[Balancing Act] London -- After rumbling sounds for many years, continental pay TV operator MultiChoice finds itself in the sights of legislators and broadcasters in Sub-Saharan Africa's two biggest markets, Nigeria and South Africa. Russell Southwood looks at what's being proposed.

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Mluleki Ndobe allegedly shot himself in his Durban home on Friday evening. He had also been battling cancer for some time.

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Press Release - The Democratic Alliance (DA) notes with concern reports that the controversial self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife, Mary, managed to flee South Africa while expected to stand trial for allegations of fraud, theft, and money laundering to the value of R102 million. Bushiri and his wife were arrested in October and were each granted bail of R200 000 earlier this month on condition that they would remain in the country to appear in court.

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The first step towards getting the Bushiris back in South Africa has already been initiated by the government, after the pair absconded to Malawi.

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