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Tensions between Pretoria and Washington have intensified after U.S. Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell III accused International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola of making personal attacks against him. Lamola told the 'Sunday Times' that Bozell should “get out of the kitchen” if he no longer supports diplomatic engagements. Bozell responded on X that speaking out against such remarks results in him being démarched. International relations expert Professor Lisa Otto discusses what the escalating war of words means. #Newzroom405

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[WATCH] Unisa's Prof Dirk Kotze shares his views on the United Democratic Movement's chances, especially in the Eastern Cape - where the party failed to register all candidates. This comes ahead of the local government elections, which are in exactly one month.
Kotze says the UDM's support has declined over the years.

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Former Crime Intelligence deputy head Feroz Khan will give evidence in camera, at the Madlanga Commission this coming week. The inquiry previously heard evidence in Khan’s absence over two days in July, after he was shot and hospitalised. Suspended Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya's SAPS disciplinary hearing is also set to begin tomorrow. Criminologist Professor Nirmala Gopal and legal expert Ulrich Roux discuss these and other big stories in the week ahead...

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[MADLANGA & SIBIYA WRAP] Newzroom Afrika’s @ZiyandaNgcobo brings you a special wrap of the key developments surrounding the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and the graphic testimony heard during Shadrack Sibiya’s bail hearing. From Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni’s cross-examination and Bafana Sindane’s WhatsApp messages being read in his absence, to former Major General Feroz Khan facing contempt proceedings. We unpack the major developments from the week. #Newzroom405

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UDM leader Bantu Holomisa claims a technical glitch prevented several political parties from submitting candidate lists on time, blaming the dispute on what he describes as outdated IT systems. The IEC disputed claims that its online nomination system failed, saying its records showed the system was operational. UDM Deputy President Nqabayomzi Kwankwa discusses the party’s concerns and its belief that the IEC is responsible for the candidate-list dispute. #Newzroom405

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The ANC Women’s League is calling for unity from all sectors of society to help end gender-based violence. The league in Ekurhuleni held a prayer and memorial service for the victims after 12 women were found dead in various parts of the metro in recent weeks. League spokesperson Boitumelo Moiloa says that boys and men need to join the fight.

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Fochville residents in Gauteng say their town has moved from being a popular tourist destination to becoming a hub of criminality and illegal mining. Resident and former CPF member, Jaco van der Merwe, says infrastructure vandalism, including copper theft, has become rampant over the years. Van der Merwe says political will is needed to ensure the kingpins are dealt with.

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Residents and small business owners in Pilgrim’s Rest in Mpumalanga, say rampant illegal mining is negatively affecting tourism and threatening livelihoods in the historic town. Police are raiding various locations as part of efforts to clamp down on illegal mining activities. Mpumalanga police spokesperson Donald Mdhluli discusses the operations and efforts to tackle the problem. #Newzroom405

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Live poll: EC STRUGGLES WITH UNEMPLOYMENT & FAILING PUBLIC SERVICES, WHAT CAUSES THIS? Vote right now at: https://t.co/fFmyQ6xtiD

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Eastern Cape struggles with unemployment & failing public services, what causes this?

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[WATCH] UDM Leader Bantu Holomisa has taken his party’s Local Government Election campaign to Tsholomnqa in the Buffalo City Metro, as the party continues its push for support in the Eastern Cape. Holomisa says the UDM will allow its candidate-list dispute to run its course in court while the party focuses on its campaign. The UDM is among the parties pursuing legal action over candidate-list issues ahead of the elections. Newzroom Afrika’s Liyema Vumisa reports. #Newzroom405

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Zulu Kingdom Royal Vice Chancellor, Prince Africa Zulu, says King Misuzulu kaZwelithini cannot be held responsible for the actions of Amabutho. He was reacting to the disruption of the Ingonyama Trust Rural Economy Development and Investment Indaba at the Durban ICC this week. The Royal House claims the board failed to follow customary royal protocol when dealing with the King and that proper channels were not followed in organising the gathering.

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South Africans could pay more than R30 a litre for petrol for the first time, with diesel also heading towards a record high. Month-end Central Energy Fund data points to increases of more than R3 a litre, as global refining disruptions, Russia’s diesel export ban and reduced Chinese fuel exports add pressure. Energy & Commodities Market Analyst Valentino Chigwedere weighs in.

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[WATCH] 23-year-old Boitumelo Mashita, who was gunned down on her way to work in Thembisa, has been laid to rest. Her belongings were taken, initially leading police to believe she had been robbed. Her estranged husband, who was a person of interest in the murder, was later found dead in his car in Midrand. Newzroom Afrika’s @Vee_Makhoali reports. #Newzroom405