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Nigeria arrests leaders of terror group
NIGERIAN officials said at the weekend they had arrested the alleged leaders of a jihadist group accused of several high-profile attacks including a 2022 brazen jailbreak in the capital Abuja that temporarily freed hundreds of inmates.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Over 100 000 KZN homes lack electricity
MORE than 100 000 homes across KwaZulu-Natal still do not have access to electricity.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Chelsea held by Palace as Manchester United fail to fire
CHELSEA suffered a Fifa Club World Cup hangover as they were fortunate to escape with a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace in their Premier League opener yesterday.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Drought, dams: Afghanistan's water crisis goes regional
OVER four decades of war, Afghanistan wielded limited control over five major river basins that flow across its borders into downstream neighbouring nations.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
City revamps R9bn Go! Durban transport plan amid delays
‘REVISED STRATEGY’
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August 18, 2025
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We got lucky at times, says Aussie coach after flooring Springboks
MAGNANIMOUS Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt had the good grace to say that the 38-22 scoreline at Ellis Park was not a true reflection of the closeness of the game.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Tribunal approves R23bn Barloworld acquisition by Newco, sets conditions
Barloworld set to delist from JSE as Saudi Arabia's Zahid Group takes shareholding
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Six-year-old pupil dies after falling into septic tank at KZN primary school
THE KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has expressed its sadness over the death of a learner who tragically fell into a septic tank at Mzila Primary School in Dannhauser, in the north of the province, last week.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Trump and Putin in snow scuffle
Nice stuff.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
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Hundreds die in India and Pakistan flash floods
HEAVY rainfall and flash flooding devastated parts of India and Pakistan last week, resulting in over 280 fatalities and hundreds of people missing, according to officials from both nations.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Rich Boyz need killer instinct for Amakhosi clash
RICHARDS Bay coach Ronnie Gabriel has urged his side to sharpen up in front of goal as they prepare for a daunting Betway Premiership clash against inform Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB Stadium next Tuesday.
2 min |
August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Cosatu applauds the tabling of the Insourcing Bill at Parliament
COSATU applauds the tabling of the Insourcing Bill at Parliament. The Federation eagerly looks forward to its passage into law and implementation by organs across the state.
4 min |
August 18, 2025
The Mercury
All Blacks showed statement of intent despite lapses - Barrett
THE All Blacks returned to the top of the world rankings for the first time since 2021 after a 41-24 Rugby Championship victory over Argentina on Saturday, but captain Scott Barrett insisted there was plenty to work on despite the scoreline.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Healthcare facilities must not be used as political pawns or to flout the rule of law
OUR Constitution — the supreme law of our country — enshrines in its Bill of Rights the principles that allow us to live and flourish within our borders.
1 min |
August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Justice still eludes Marikana victims 13 years after the tragedy
“LIVING WAGE’
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August 18, 2025
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‘I'm sorry South Africa’ says Du Plessis after falling short in world title fight
CHECHEN-BORN MMA superstar Khamzat Chimaev broke South Africa’s Dricus du Plessis’ nine-fight UFC winning streak to become the new Middleweight champion of the world today.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
South Africa, the ICJ ruling and the climate verdict that must inspire a continent
THE International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) advisory opinion of July 23, 2025 marks a defining moment in international climate law. For South Africa, it is not a verdict of limitation; it is a verdict of leadership. The ruling invites developing nations to act decisively while balancing growth, justice and innovation.
4 min |
August 18, 2025
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No Basadien, no problem, says Barker after Mdaka shines
AFTER a transfer season that saw another round of headline departures with Sihle Nduli and Fawaaz Basadien, the spine of Stellenbosch FC last season, departing for Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns respectively, the mood surrounding the Winelands club was a muted one heading into the new campaign.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
KZN Education Department plans to save R100 million by purchasing offices
THE KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has announced ambitious plans to own its own offices and save close to R100 million a year in rental costs.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Rhodes University honours Justice Lex Mpati with law building naming
RHODES University's Faculty of Law will officially name its iconic law building in honour of one of its most distinguished alumni and the revered outgoing Chancellor, Justice Lex Mpati.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Prime Kapital Investments acquires 14.38% stake in MAS Real Estate
PRIME Kapital Investments (PKI) said Friday that it had acquired 14.38% of the shares of JSE-listed eastern and central European property group MAS Real Estate, following an offer to buy out all of its shareholders.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
African players should regain their mark in English football
FOR those millions of fans, the world over, who are die-hard followers of the beautiful game in its most competitive and lucrative global manifestation in the English Premier League (EPL), this weekend marked a welcome return to a weekly routine for the next 10 months.
4 min |
August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Marquez extends championship lead with victory in Austrian MotoGP
MARC Marquez was “super happy” to claim his first ever win at the Red Bull Ring as he raced to victory in the Austrian MotoGP yesterday.
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August 18, 2025
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Farm robbery suspect arrested after high-speed chase
A DRAMATIC multidisciplinary police operation in the Nkangala District has led to the arrest of a suspect and the recovery of stolen property following a house robbery at a farm near the Kusile Power Station in Delmas, Mpumalanga.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Equuus 2025 - Celebrating our stars
JUSTIN SNAITH was crowned SA Champion trainer for the sixth time and enjoyed the honour of celebrating his seventh SA Horse Of The Year title, courtesy of the outstanding Eight On Eighteen, as South African horseracing and breeding personalities gathered to celebrate the past season's stars at the Equus Awards held at Hollywoodbets Greyville in Durban on Thursday evening.
5 min |
August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Groenewald says Correctional Services are tackling smuggling, overcrowding
THE Department of Correctional Services has plans to address smuggling and overcrowding in correctional facilities, with Minister Dr Pieter Groenewald revealing this during a recent visit to KwaZulu-Natal.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
VIOLENCE IN TRANSPORT SECTOR MUST END
THE brutal murder of e-hailing driver Siyanda Mthokozisi Mvelase at Maponya Mall in Gauteng last week has highlighted the serious challenges in the country’s public transport system.
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August 18, 2025
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Disability sector voices frustration with national dialogue
PEOPLE with disabilities complained bitterly about being ignored and not fully represented at the first national convention of the National Dialogue at the University of SA’s main campus in Pretoria.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Call for end to Gaza war, hostage deal
DEMONSTRATORS took to the streets across Israel yesterday calling for an end to the war in Gaza and a deal to release hostages still held by militants, as the military prepares a new offensive.
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August 18, 2025
The Mercury
Wallabies rout leaves Erasmus facing 'embarrassing' reality check
I'M NOT sure if Rassie Erasmus is familiar with the poetry of Robbie Burns, but he will grasp the drift of the famous line: “The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry”.
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