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South African troops killed in DR Congo attack

South African troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo have suffered their first fatalities since their recent deployment to quell a rebellion. Two soldiers were killed and three were injured after a mortar bomb landed in their base on Wednesday. In a
February 15, 2024

South Africa firefighters battle raging wildfire

South African firefighters are battling to contain multiple wildfires in the Cape Winelands District in the Western Cape, authorities said. The fire in Kluitjieskraal in Wolseley has been burning for days, with over 6,000 hectares of vegetation and about forty buildings destroyed.
January 29, 2024

Durban beaches closed after devastating floods in South Africa

At least 11 people have died after heavy rains and severe floods hit South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) province at the weekend. The severe weather conditions have also caused widespread devastation, including damaging property and infrastructure, cutting off power, displacing dozens and trapping
January 15, 2024