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Stilfontein rescue mission called off after retrieval of 246 zama zamas, 87 bodies
-The rescue mission at a Stilfontein mine shaft has been called off after 246 survivors and 87 bodies were retrieved.
-The operation, which began on Monday, concluded after authorities confirmed no more individuals were trapped underground.
-Police are working with embassies to identify the deceased, many of whom are suspected to be foreign nationals.
The US Department of State released a statement on Monday, saying Hendrick-Wahl Muller was one of three individuals identified as the leaders of Terrorgram. (Jaque Silva/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
US imposes sanctions on SA man for 'leading white supremacist group' – which he strongly denies
-The US government has sanctioned Hendrik-Wahl Muller, a South African man, alleging he is a leader of Terrorgram, a white supremacist group.
-Muller denies any involvement with the group, claiming mistaken identity or a malicious prank, and is seeking removal from the sanctions list.
-The US Department of State designated Terrorgram for promoting violence and soliciting attacks, citing incidents in Slovakia, New Jersey, and Turkey.
Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge is facing sexual harassment allegations. (Gallo Images/Foto24/Craig Nieuwenhuizen)
'BJ=?': Amid denials from Mbenenge, his accuser says he sent her 'private part' pictures, porn
-Andiswa Mengo, a judge's secretary, has accused Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge of sexual harassment, alleging he sent her explicit images and videos.
-Mengo testified before a judicial service commission tribunal, detailing WhatsApp messages and saved images she claims were sent by Mbenenge, who denies the allegations.
-While Mbenenge admits to engaging in sexually suggestive conversations with Mengo, he insists he believed it was consensual and disputes sending explicit content, leading to questions of authenticity and the need for expert testimony.
A record 337 158 matrics achieved admission to Bachelor studies. (Graphic: Sharlene Rood/News24)
Campus crisis: 337 158 matrics qualify for university admission but there are only 202 000 places
-South African universities are facing a campus crisis as the number of qualifying students far exceeds available first-year places.
-While over 337 000 students qualified for bachelor studies, there are only 202 000 spots available across 26 public universities.
-The most popular fields of study are education and medicine, with some universities receiving over 100 000 applications for a few hundred places.
It is feared the closure of the Newcastle steel mill will have an enormous impact on the downstream. (Supplied/ ArcelorMittal South Africa)
Beginning of the end: Steel industry fears catastrophic impact of ArcelorMittal plant closure
-ArcelorMittal South Africa's closure of its long steel production is predicted to trigger a loss of over 100 000 jobs in downstream industries.
-The closure will force ArcelorMittal's clients to import long steel products, which are currently subject to import and dumping duties.
-Experts suggest the government should offer temporary rebates on duties paid on imported long steel products as an emergency measure.
Lhuan-dre Pretorius of Paarl Royals. (SA20/Sportzpics)
Lhuan-dre continues dream start to life as a pro cricketer: 'He's something very special'
-18-year-old Lhuan-dre Pretorius is the top run-scorer in the SA20 after three matches, impressing with his mature and explosive batting.
-Paarl Royals captain David Miller praised Pretorius as a "phenomenal talent" and a "special" player.
-While Pretorius shines, teammate and fellow young prospect Kwena Maphaka is having a tougher time with the ball but retains the support of his captain.
US rapper Rick Ross posted about his time in Cape Town on Instagram. (Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)
'Y'all better come visit Cape Town': Rapper Rick Ross amazed by SA's beauty and local talent
-US rapper Rick Ross is visiting Cape Town and has been sharing his experiences on social media.
-Ross praised the city's beauty, expressed amazement at seeing a whale, and did an interview with local content creator Eulanda 'Yolanda' Monyai.
-The rapper also showed appreciation for African musical talent, giving shoutouts to various artists and hinting at a potential collaboration during his time in Cape Town.
*These summaries were written with the support of Gemini Pro AI.
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