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Sandra Le Grange, who works as a teacher in Isa Town and has lived in Bahrain since 2019, says she woke up on Saturday to news of the US and Israel attacking Iran.
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SA woman’s daring escape after Iranian missiles hit US bases in Bahrain
- A South African teacher in Bahrain, Sandra le Grange, hid in her bathroom during missile attacks and later fled to a friend’s house after her apartment was damaged by debris.
- South Africans in Abu Dhabi described the fear of hearing rockets and seeing fighter jets but praised the UAE government for keeping citizens safe and informed.
- The UAE and Bahrain governments have been commended for their proactive measures and communication, while South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation has put evacuations on hold until the airspace reopens.
Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, and his co-accused Tobias Mugabe Matonhdze, were arrested after a gardener was wounded in a shooting at the family’s Joburg home.
From Zim assaults to Joburg shooting: Mugabe’s son’s trail of violence as more charges added
- Bellarmine Mugabe, son of the late Robert Mugabe, faces two additional attempted murder charges during his bail application.
- The new charges relate to incidents from 2023 and early February, separate from the shooting of a gardener at his home.
- Zanu-PF has condemned the alleged violence, while analysts hope the South African justice system will handle the case properly, referencing past incidents involving the Mugabe family.
Former Congress of the People leader and liberation struggle icon Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota has died at the age of 77.
Graphic: Batandwa Maling. Image: Dean Vivier/Netwerk24/Gallo Images
OBITUARY | Mosiuoa Lekota: A pioneer for a democratic South Africa
- Mosiuoa Gerard Patrick Lekota, born in 1948, dedicated his life to dismantling apartheid, becoming a key figure in the anti-apartheid movement.
- After his release from Robben Island, Lekota co-founded the United Democratic Front and later served as the first premier of the Free State and minister of defence.
- Following political disagreements within the ANC, Lekota formed the Congress of the People, challenging the ANC’s dominance, though the party’s influence eventually waned.
Flights have been cancelled due to the Iran war in the Middle East region. While some airlines are offering reimbursements, travel insurance won’t cover.
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Iran war: SA tourists stuck overseas not covered by travel insurance
- Travel insurance typically doesn’t cover trip cancellations or disruptions due to war because it’s too unpredictable and financially destructive for insurers.
- While injury as an innocent bystander in a war may be covered, policies usually exclude claims related to war, invasion or similar events.
- Some airlines, including Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Qatar Airways are offering reimbursements or accommodations to affected customers due to Middle East conflict-related disruptions.
Two security guards were shot multiple times, with one critically injured and airlifted to hospital.
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Two security officers shot multiple times during N2 cash-in-transit heist in Durban
- A cash-in-transit heist on the N2 southbound in Durban left two security guards shot, one critically injured.
- Witnesses reported hearing over 20 gunshots and a loud explosion, believed to be from an explosive device used on the vehicle.
- The N2 southbound was closed for investigation, causing heavy traffic delays in both directions.
Springbok assistant coach Tony Brown.
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Brown on Rennie appointment: ‘I can guarantee the All Blacks will be very good this year’
- Tony Brown believes Dave Rennie will make the All Blacks a formidable force.
- Rennie was appointed as the new All Blacks head coach, replacing Scott Robertson.
- Brown is committed to the Springboks until after the 2027 World Cup.
Lexus RZ
DRIVEN | Lexus finally brings its first electric vehicle to SA – meet the RZ
- Lexus has launched its first fully electric vehicle, the RZ, in South Africa, marking a significant step towards electrification for the brand.
- The RZ is built on a dedicated electric architecture, offering seamless performance, innovation and the signature Lexus serenity.
- Three models are currently available, with a sportier RZ 600e F Sport Performance model to be added later in the year, and all models come with a comprehensive ownership package including warranties and maintenance plans.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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