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Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has resigned as an MP.
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Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla resigns as MK Party MP amid Russian war recruitment scandal
- Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla has resigned from her position as an MK Party MP.
- MK Party chairperson Nathi Nhleko announced the resignation at a press briefing on Friday.
- The resignation follows reports of men being sent for military training and deployed to the Russia-Ukraine war under the guise of bodyguard training.
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he planned to suspend migration from what he called “third-world countries”.
Trump plans to ‘permanently pause migration from all third-world countries’
- Donald Trump plans to suspend migration from “third-world countries” and reverse admissions granted under Joe Biden.
- He intends to end federal benefits for non-US citizens and deport those deemed a security risk or “non-compatible with Western Civilisation.”
- Trump aims to reduce illegal populations and believes “REVERSE MIGRATION” is the solution.
US President Donald Trump has suggested excluding South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit amid claims of human rights issues.
Trump’s G20 decision to bar SA sparks backlash and calls for inclusivity
- Donald Trump suggested excluding South Africa from the 2026 G20 Summit, citing human rights concerns, which has been met with criticism and opposition.
- Several nations, including Germany and Japan, have voiced support for South Africa, emphasising its crucial role in the G20 and the importance of multilateralism.
- South Africa asserts its legitimacy as a founding G20 member, receiving global backing against Trump’s claims, while emphasising the G20’s consensus-based decision-making process.
Ithuba Lottery wanted Minister of Trade and Industry, Parks Tau, to pause the handover to SA’s new lotto licence operator.
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Fight over new Lotto licence: Ithuba suffers legal blow
- Ithuba Lottery’s urgent interdict to halt the handover of the new lottery operator’s licence to Sizekhaya Holdings was dismissed by the court.
- The handover of the licence to Sizekhaya Holdings can proceed as planned, despite Ithuba’s ongoing main review application set to be heard next year.
- The award of the fourth operator’s licence has faced political scrutiny and legal challenges from multiple losing bidders, including Ithuba and Lekalinga.
At least three Black Friday shoppers had already spent more than R400 000 in South Africa before mid-morning on Friday.
Black Friday: FNB glitches amid ‘extraordinary high’ transactions, Discovery client spends R500 000
- Black Friday in South Africa saw high transaction volumes, with some FNB clients experiencing glitches due to the surge.
- Data from Ozow and Discovery indicated strong payment volumes, with mobile transactions dominating, and Takealot, Checkers Sixty60 and Temu the leading merchants.
- Despite some mixed data, Black Friday remains a significant retail event in South Africa, outperforming other peak spending periods.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus.
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World No 1 v 11: Wales brace for massive Springbok onslaught
- The Wales vs. Springboks Test pits the top-ranked Springboks against a struggling Wales team.
- Wales is significantly weakened due to players returning to their clubs, while South Africa boasts considerable depth and experience.
- Coaches from both sides acknowledge the disparity, with Erasmus anticipating a tough fight despite Wales’ challenges.
The new Toyota Hilux bakkie which will be competing in the 2026 Dakar Rally.
Toyota to fight for Dakar victory with all-new Hilux - and it actually looks lekker!
- Toyota Gazoo Racing W2RC will compete in the Dakar Rally with an all-new DKR GR Hilux featuring a new chassis, reinforced transmission, and styling that mirrors the upcoming Hilux.
- South African driver Henk Lategan and navigator Brett Cummings are aiming for overall victory after finishing second in the last Dakar Rally.
- The TGR W2RC team includes new drivers Seth Quintero, Andrew Short and Toby Price, while Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa will field their own team with South African-built Hilux DKR models.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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