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Maoists kill Congress leader in central India

Sat, 25 May 2013 19:47:00 +0200

Maoist rebels have killed a local Congress leader and kidnapped at least four others after ambushing their convoy in central India, say police.

'I don't do this job to win trophies,' says Kirsten ahead of tour

Sat, 25 May 2013 18:10:00 +0200

Gary Kirsten says there is no easy recipe for success in the ICC Champions Trophy, ahead of his swansong tour as Proteas head coach.

Brazil to cancel $900m debt to strengthen ties with Africa

Sat, 25 May 2013 17:35:00 +0200

Brazil has said it plans to cancel $900-million worth of debt in 12 African countries, as part of a broader strategy to boost ties with the continent.

Woolwich killing: Police arrest friend of suspect after TV interview

Sat, 25 May 2013 16:03:00 +0200

Counterterrorism police have questioned Abu Nusaybah, a friend of one of two suspects in the killing of a British soldier, after a BBC interview.

Sudan suspends two newspapers as it clamps down on the media

Sat, 25 May 2013 15:06:00 +0200

Sudan's security services have suspended the country's two biggest newspapers to punish them for reporting on army operations, say editors.

ANC: Africa's economic independence is still an ideal

Sat, 25 May 2013 13:50:00 +0200

In celebrating Africa Day, the ANC has said the quest for economic independence and development in Africa remains an ideal.

Afghan forces lauded for keeping 'casualties to a minimum'

Sat, 25 May 2013 13:17:00 +0200

The Afghan government has praised its security forces for beating back a Taliban assault on central Kabul that left seven dead.

Numsa challenges City Power tender process

Sat, 25 May 2013 12:57:00 +0200

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa is taking Johannesburg City Power to court over an R800-million tender, it has been reported.

Brumbies triumph over Blues in Super Rugby clash

Sat, 25 May 2013 12:26:00 +0200

Brumbies have built a 14-0 lead with a strong wind behind them in the first half to beat the Auckland-based Blues 20-13 in Super Rugby.

Africa Day: Extravagant celebration of 50 years of unity

Sat, 25 May 2013 10:50:00 +0200

African leaders have opened celebrations for the 50th jubilee of the continental bloc with Africa's problems set aside for a day to mark progress.

Zuma and the 'very very important' to get new airplanes

Sat, 25 May 2013 10:16:00 +0200

The defence force is looking to buy new presidential jets and planes as soon as possible, the Saturday Star has reported.

Djokovic blocks Nadal's path to French Open super eight

Sat, 25 May 2013 09:47:00 +0200

Rafael Nadal can become the first man to win the same Grand Slam title eight times at the French Open, but he may have to get past Novak Djokovic.

IMF's Lagarde avoids charges in French payout scandal

Sat, 25 May 2013 08:24:00 +0200

IMF chief Christine Lagarde has avoided immediate charges but was named 'assisted witness' in a case about a state payout to a disgraced tycoon.

The beginning of the decade of the ANC cadre

Sat, 25 May 2013 07:21:00 +0200

The ruling party wants reliable cadres to take South Africa into the future, says ANC secretary-general Gwede Mantashe.

Rhino poaching: Reserves must up game

Sat, 25 May 2013 00:00:00 +0200

Andrew Parker's point about inertia in the conservation industry is exacerbated by the fatigue and frustration associated with academic debate.

Rights group 'up in arms' as Botswana plans to evict Bushmen

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:05:00 +0200

Botswana's government will next week remove hundreds of Bushmen from their land to make way for a wildlife park, claims an indigenous rights group.

Shabangu criticises trade unions for 'decimating each other'

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:05:00 +0200

Minister Susan Shabangu has spotlighted rivalry between NUM and Amcu, and instructed them to join hands against a common enemy: "monopoly capital".

Chelsea Flower Show: SA exhibitors' blooming great success

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:05:00 +0200

Two events on two continents have inspired South African designers and landscape gardeners to make designs reflecting the diversity of local flora.

Africa Day: Development, reconciliation and the African Renaissance

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:42:00 +0200

Carefully honed and systematically applied reconciliation policies could serve to strengthen cooperation and renewal on the continent.

Dali Tambo has lunch with the Mugabes

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:30:00 +0200

A "People of the South" episode catches Robert Mugabe over lunch with his wife and children, talking of love, family, politics and Tony Blair.