South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday 11 September

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South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday 11 September

Stay informed and up to date with all the latest news in South Africa by reviewing the day’s major headlines on Friday 11 September.

Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

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Exclusive: Thomas Schaefer reflects on VWSA journey and road ahead

An officer and a gentleman: Outgoing Volkswagen SA CEO Thomas Schaefer is heading back to Europe...but promises to return.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Emmerson Mnangagwa blames 'rogue Zimbabweans' for violence

Amidst mass protest in Zimbabwe, Mnangagwa blamed the state of the ailing economy and the chaos unfolding on the streets on rogue detractors.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Gyms and fitness centres open for business, but Virgin delays restart

Despite President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing that gyms an reopen, Virgin Active have said that they aren't quite ready to welcome back customers.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

#SelfCareSunday: Scented candles and essential oils can soothe your soul

Treat yourself to some down-time this weekend and unwind in a hot bath surrounded with scented candles and the aroma of essential oils.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

When the church starts to talk, listen!

editorial comment THE Catholic church, under the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops’ Conference banner, has spoken, and this is now the time for Zanu PF to listen. Zanu PF has been branding everyone who points at the regime’s glaring human rights abuses as terrorists and evil-plotters. The bishops were

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Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Everyday News for Everyday People

It's official: Ford Ranger claims title for SA's best-selling used vehicle

New AutoTrader Report: Ford Ranger is SA's top-selling used vehicle in South Africa over 2019/2020 trading year.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Kruger Park rangers turn cops to apprehend smugglers

Park rangers arrest seven illegal immigrants crossing from Mozambique with illicit cigarettes, liquor and skin-lightening creams.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Africa: Innovative Policies Needed for Increasing Meat Demand

[SciDev.Net] Nairobi -- Africa may import as much as 20 per cent of animal source foods such as beef, poultry and milk by 2050 if it does not adopt innovative policies to meet increasing demand, a report warns.

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Source: allAfrica.com

Africa: Flaws in the Collection of African Population Statistics Block Covid-19 Insights

[The Conversation Africa] Hundreds of thousands of cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed in African Union member countries. In order to mitigate the spread of the virus, and the burden it poses for health in Africa and globally, countries need to deliver evidence-driven interventions.

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Source: allAfrica.com

Top five places to get out and about in South Africa

With our borders closed to international travel, overseas holidays are off the cards for now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t travel in our own beautiful country, South Africa.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

'Cuban Brigade' to reflect on its COVID-19 battle in South Africa

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize and Cuba’s ambassador to South Africa, Radolfo Benitez Verson are expected to give an update on the deployment of more than 200 doctors who were roped in to help the country in its battle against the coronavirus.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Police brutality under lockdown: Public has 'no faith' in cops | News24

Policing systems are failing women and children, according to Dr Bronwynne Anderson of the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

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Source: https://www.news24.com

Mkhize: Daily Covid-19 cases tapering off, but risk of second wave of infections remains | News24

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize says the Covid-19 surge has happened in numbers lower than originally postulated.

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Source: https://www.news24.com

Rise in mass action across South Africa should serve as a warning to government - ISS

During the lockdown period of 27 March to 31 July 2020, a total of 511 protests were recorded.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

South African doctor in Canada murdered by patient's 'hammer attack'

SA-born doctor Walter Reynolds was brutally killed by a patient of his, after he refused to give medication to a 54-year-old suspect in Alberta, Canada.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

COVID-19 latest: Cases in SA increase by 2 810, deaths rise by 259

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said the total number of COVID-19 cases are at 568 919 as of Wednesday 12 August 2020.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Judge wants state capture evidence leader to be recused

Judge Tintswalo Makhubele is expected to respond to allegations made against her, regarding her tenure at Prasa

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

South Africa eases up restrictions after low COVID cases | Africanews

South Africa announced on Saturday it will move to alert level 2 after a drop in the rate of new confirmed coronavirus

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Source: Africanews | Latest breaking news, daily news and African news from Africa

Take a walk on the wild side: Top tips for guided safari walks

With SANPARKS slowly opening our world-famous national parks and game reserves again, there is no better time than now to head into the wilderness and enjoy a walk in the bush.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

NPA receives nearly R10m from German government to fight corruption

The German government pledged R9.5 million towards the NPA’s mission to achieve public credibility, independence, professionalism and accountability.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Official petrol price for August confirmed: Four things you need to know

You'll be paying more at the pumps for the remainder of August. Here's the logic behind the petrol price rise, and how much motorists will be asked to pay.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Home Affairs extends permits, visas for foreign visitors

Foreigners who visited the country after 15 March 2020, now have until 31 October 2020 to sort out their documentation

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Africa: State of Democracy in Africa - Changing Leaders Doesn't Change Politics

[The Conversation Africa] For the last few years the African political landscape has been dominated by high profile changes of leaders and governments. In Angola (2017), Ethiopia (2018), South Africa (2018), Sudan (2019) and Zimbabwe (2018), leadership change promised to bring about not only a new

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Source: allAfrica.com

South Africa's top secluded escapes for a quiet getaway

We are finally allowed to travel, and weekend getaways are once again becoming something to look forward to. We still need to maintain social distancing though so heading off to a packed resort is a thing of the past.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

CTICC Field Hospital to be decommissioned as COVID-19 cases decline

Due to a decline in infections in the Western Cape, the Brackengate Field Hospital will replace the CTICC as the new 'Hospital of Hope'.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Police seize drugs worth R4.7m at OR Tambo | News24

A detection team followed up on a tip-off from Crime Intelligence which led to the discovery of the drugs weighing more than 21kg, hidden inside religious ornaments.

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Source: https://www.news24.com

Taken for a ride: SA car ownership one of most 'taxing' in the world

One thing is for sure in South Africa. If you need a car, you are going to pay the taxman for the pleasure of driving it.

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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

Africa: Nuclear Developments in Africa During the Covid-19 Pandemic

Analysis - Africa’s response to COVID-19 has been boosted by nuclear-derived technology innovations and their peaceful application in the health and food sector. This clearly underscores value of nuclear energy to meeting the continent’s developmental needs.

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Source: allAfrica.com

18 new Covid-19 deaths recorded in the Western Cape | News24

So far, 3 392 people have died in the province.

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Source: https://www.news24.com

KISERO: Implement parastatal reforms report

The network brings together the Kenya Ports Authority, the Kenya Railways Corporation, and the Kenya Pipeline Company.

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Source: Business Daily

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Clicks granted court interdict against EFF intimidation, attacks

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DA calls for Cele to condemn EFF vandalism as Clicks delists TRESemmé

EFF distances itself from violence, vows to continue Clicks 'attack'

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Stats SA: Consumer spending down 50%, communication services rally

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EFF charge gun-wielding PE shopper as Clicks protest continues

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West Coast wind farm appeal upheld by DEFF Minister Barbara Creecy

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