South Africa will, from next year, be removed from the duty-free benefits of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), the US government announced. This was after the SA government had “constructively responded” to US concerns.
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The media played a paradoxical role in the Jeffrey Epstein saga, writes investigative journalist Hazel Friedman. ‘At its best, journalism accomplished what prosecutors, politicians and regulators repeatedly failed to do: prise open a case powerful people had spent years trying…
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Mr Shettima said the toughest phases of Nigeria’s aggressive economic reset undertaken by the administration of President Bola Tinubu are officially over, clearing the runway for an era of pure harvest, nationwide growth and prosperity. The post APC Rally: Hard part of our…
No fingerprints, no usable footage and a criminal case opened two years later. Yet six years after $580,000 was stolen from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm, two accused have been found guilty and one walks free.
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The IEC acknowledged operational challenges affecting 217 voting stations in Cape Town while arguing that some irregularities were inevitable given the scale of the elections. The commission expects operations to improve before Wednesday’s main voting day.
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"Less than 10 percent of the properties nationwide have proper titles. So we invariably are creating a scenario where people own assets but are not able to use those assets for things that could deliver more value.” The post Less than 10% of Nigerian property have proper land…
US authorities have accused several foreigners of unlawfully registering to vote in the country, and among those recently charged are two South Africans – Hester Weihmann and Hanlie Venter. The case against Weihmann is connected with a judge whom the US now wants recused because…
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Nov 2 (Reuters) - Snapchat parent Snap Inc SNAP.N has reached a settlement during a trial over claims brought by two teenagers who say the company designed the platform to be addictive, causing their depression, anxiety and eating disorders, attorneys for the plaintiffs said on…
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‘We are finding drinking water that’s not safe more often. And if people are testing rivers, it’s like almost all the time those rivers are quite polluted,’ warns Dr Ferrial Adam, WaterCAN executive director.
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Two days before Johannesburg residents go to the polls, outgoing mayor Dada Morero declared the long-delayed Lilian Ngoyi Street rehabilitation project delivered and said he was ending his term “on a good note” – although work on the street is not yet finished.
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An explosion followed by a fire at a metallurgical plant in Cameroon has left at least 4 people dead and 16 others seriously injured. The incident took place in Douala on Monday morning on the premises of Metafrique Steel in the Bassa industrial zone.
The party said the decision followed the disciplinary committee's findings that the two aspirants committed anti-party activities. The post 2027: PDP expels aspirants challenging Pantami’s candidacy as Gombe governorship candidate appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nov 2 (Reuters) - Russian forces bombed a school in a village in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhzhia region on Monday, killing 24 people, Ukraine's emergency services said.
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The coalition that emerges in Johannesburg will influence negotiations in councils across South Africa. Six polls offer different scenarios for the City.
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The conference will examine emerging challenges confronting the Nigerian media industry. The post IPI Nigeria to examine AI’s threat to media integrity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The NHRC head said electoral offences will remain a problem in Nigeria as long as people can commit the crimes and get away without consequences. The post Failure to prosecute electoral offenders, threat to free, fair elections, says NHRC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
In his opening remarks, Mr Seriki, a former governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC), said the programme included the distribution of about 150 cars valued at N3.2 billion to people in Kwara State and neighbouring areas. The post Foundation rolls out N4…
KG Mokgadi wants to be your mayor. That’s how bad things have got. In Poll Dancing, Politically Aweh’s live elections comedy special, you can learn everything you need to know before 4 November: how your ballot works, who’s funding the parties, what the polls say, and one deeply…
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Mr Wike said the rainbow coalition demonstrated that the collective interest of the people was more important than individual political ambitions. The post 2027: Wike mobilises grassroots support for Tinubu’s re-election in FCT appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Mr Osagie writes on why the Edo people globally must rise against diaspora-based attacks on the Benin monarchy. The post Reflections on the 10th coronation anniversary of the Oba of Benin, By Samson R. Osagie appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
South Africa and Rwanda will be excluded from a major US-Africa duty free trade deal, Washington said on Monday. It blamed “practices inconsistent with the deal’s eligibility criteria," including barriers that undermine US trade and practices that pose a threat to US national…
The case, part of the "Farmgate" scandal, has left President Cyril Ramaphosa mired in an impeachment saga.
Police say the suspect allegedly pushed the victim, Chiamaka Chukwuokore, from the building on Sunday in Owerri, the Imo State capital. The post Police arrest man for pushing teenage girl off two-storey building appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A traditional ruler, who was the father of the immediate past Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Kelechi Igwe, was abducted on 1 March 1 while on his way to church before being found dead the following day. The post Governor seeks death penalty for kidnappers, sends bill to state…
The couple were previously jailed for 10 years each in 2024. The post Jailed couple sentenced to fresh 10 years’ imprisonment for property fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The company, S Mobile Netzone Limited, was among 58 companies the EFCC named in March 2025 in a public alert on alleged illegal investment schemes. The post EFCC arraigns man, company for N12.5bn fraud in Lagos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The move comes barely a week after Rwanda's defence ministry was hit with sanctions by the US Treasury.
Election predictions influence voters, businesses and investors, yet polling uncertainty and unexpected results show how dangerous prognostication can be.
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Promises to police foreign nationals and restrict spaza-shop ownership dominate campaigns, but legal limits could leave municipalities unable to fulfil them.
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Former Bosasa chief operating officer Angelo Agrizzi says he does not have the money to repay a R1.66bn confiscation order imposed by the Pretoria high court and intends to challenge the judgment on appeal.
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A journey through Northern Cape mission stations traces Nama and Khoi history, missionary legacies, community activism and the threat of extractive mining. These mission communities preserve oral histories, language and identity while raising the spectres of historical erasure…
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Forced from his childhood home under apartheid, he spent half a century organising the people of Wentworth against the industrial giants that poisoned their neighbourhood. He closed a toxic landfill, won the Goldman Environmental Prize and never stopped fighting.
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The organisers said they translate discussions into concrete actions under the sub-theme “From Dialogue to Action: Forging a Sustainable Peace Legacy in Nigeria”. The post Lagos to host All Nigeria Rotary Peace Summit this November appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Algerian military personnel escorted trucks carrying fuel to Niger over the weekend.
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Britain’s King Charles will address his country’s role in transatlantic slavery with “unflinching honesty and sincere sorrow” in a speech to Commonwealth leaders, Buckingham Palace says.
Former Inspector-General of Police Muhammad Abubakar Adamu, the SDP governorship candidate in Nasarawa State, has distributed vehicles, cash and household equipment to his party’s women leaders across the state. The post Nasarawa SDP governorship candidate gifts 163 women…
The concerns come after a week of shootings linked to a dispute between the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association (CATA) and the Congress of Democratic Taxi Associations (CODETA) reached Cape Town International Airport on Friday, October 30.
US President Donald Trump has notified Congress of his intention to end South Africa’s preferential access under AGOA from January 1, 2027, citing concerns over trade, national security and foreign policy.
Beyond Nigeria, the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continued to raise concerns about regional health security. The post Health Review: Ebola case, child malnutrition, medicine security, other developments that shaped October appeared first on…
Nigeria’s political parties can tell us who will coordinate their campaigns, mobilise their supporters and deliver their strongholds. They owe us comparable clarity on who will deliver safer communities, functioning hospitals, and an economy where work pays. As preparations for…
If the latest numbers are credible, the DA has the momentum in the metros and the ANC has fallen even farther back in September and early October.
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The lawmaker said fabricated reports were worsening Regina’s emotional distress and warned that those responsible could face legal action. The post ‘I won’t tolerate false reports about Regina’s health, death or personal life’ — Ned Nwoko appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Kimi Antonelli clinched his first world title by finishing third at the Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming the youngest champion in Formula 1 history.
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Patriotic Alliance leader Gayton McKenzie says members promoting the ANC or DA, criticising party leadership or misusing party funds will face expulsion ahead of the local government elections.
Excerpts from a manifesto performance scorecard presented at Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu The post Our Commitment to Ndi Enugu: The journey so far, By Peter Mbah appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The High Court in Pretoria has set aside the award of the Fourth National Lottery and Sports Pools licence to Sizekhaya Holdings but suspended the order to allow the minister time to reconsider the decision and manage any transition.
The Modimolle Regional Court has convicted two accused individuals of housebreaking and stealing $580,000 from President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala wildlife farm in Limpopo.
IEC chief electoral officer Sy Mamabolo confirmed the figures during a media briefing on Monday evening, saying stations affected by delivery delays were eventually resolved, allowing all affected sites to open and operate.
Former Bosasa chief operating officer Angelo Agrizzi has been ordered to pay the State more than R1.66 billion in proceeds linked to corruption, following a Gauteng High Court judgment welcomed by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).
CANEX WKND can help bridge these gaps by bringing businesses together, encouraging partnerships and identifying practical obstacles that policymakers need to address. The objective should be to create a more integrated African marketplace in which talent, capital, services and…
A Mpumalanga man has been fined and handed suspended prison sentences after offering R5,000 to a dialysis facility manager to help steal equipment worth about R47,000.
A crime-scene investigator has told the Durban High Court how ballistic, biological and fingerprint evidence was collected from a white Mercedes-Benz allegedly linked to the murders of Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane.
A 41-year-old Western Cape father has been sentenced to life imprisonment after pleading guilty to raping his 13-year-old daughter and attempting to murder her by having unprotected sex while knowing he was HIV-positive.
The proposed Trustee Investment Bill, 2026, seeks to modernise Nigeria's 1957 trustee investment law, allowing investments in new financial instruments while strengthening accountability and protecting beneficiaries from excessive risks. The post Reps propose 20% investment cap…
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has apologised to Johannesburg residents who have spent up to 10 days without water, saying officials could face disciplinary consequences once supply is restored.
According to LIS, the competition is designed to improve earning opportunities for female athletes, promote excellence in tennis and encourage greater private-sector investment in women’s sports The post Women’s Tennis: LIS announces ₦4 million prize for inaugural invitational…
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele reflects on the origins of her famous Jenifa character, the film's commercial success, her failed marriages, and lessons learned from years of public scrutiny. The post Why ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ remains my most expensive film…
The family of Pengo Bossio Wangi, the young Black man killed in the racist attack that took place on October 23 near Paris, hopes for an "awakening" against racism in the country.
South Africa’s new 10-year electricity outlook appears reassuring – but its delivery assumptions need to be carefully examined. A failed gas procurement round, major coal retirements and demanding Eskom performance targets leave important questions unanswered.
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The walls of Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum came alive on Sunday on the opening night of a dazzling light show. Under the title ‘Eternal Sun,’ the show marks the museum’s first anniversary by bringing to life stories that have shaped Egyptian civilisation for centuries.
South Africa introduced a vaccination for human papillomavirus (HPV) in public schools in 2014. The programme offered the vaccination to grade 4 girls aged nine years and older. Uptake was high from the start. About 87% of eligible girls received at least one dose during the…
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TikToker Nkululeko Maxwell Makhanya has apologised to KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi after being granted R7,000 bail in a case involving alleged crimen injuria and incitement to violence.
A transport specialist says South Africa’s minibus taxi industry risks missing out on the R26bn e-hailing market unless operators diversify and modernise.
NCC Western Cape deputy leader and Cape Town PR councillor Yumnah Stevens has resigned days before the 4 November local government elections.
A 41-year-old inmate has appeared in the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court after police allegedly found crystal meth worth R12,000 and three cellphones linked to him at Boksburg Correctional Centre.
A petition urging that a French television channel be taken off air gained traction Monday, after accusations far-right views it aired contributed to the racist killing of a black man.
A landmark SAHRC inquiry reveals that Gauteng's severe water outages stem from collapsing municipal infrastructure, massive leaks, and systemic institutional failures rather than an actual water shortage.
An elderly Phoenix couple who have struggled with disability and rising living costs cast their first special votes at home, allowing them to take part in the local government election without travelling to a polling station.
Rain and low turnout contributed to a slow start for special voting in Soweto, while Electoral Commission officials conducted home visits to assist elderly and vulnerable voters.
Egypt on Monday raised more than 650 million dollars in its initial public offering of the state-owned Banque du Caire. The offering comes as the country advances reforms under an International Monetary Fund programme to boost private sector participation in Egyptian economy.
Monday marks the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists – chosen in memory of Ghislaine Dupont and Claude Verlon, two journalists from Radio France Internationale murdered in Mali on 2 November 2013. According to a report by Unesco, attacks and…
Russia has agreed to stop the recruitment of Ghanaian nationals to fight the war in Ukraine, Accra said in a statement.
TikToker Max Makhanya was granted R7,000 bail after appearing in the Durban Magistrate’s Court on charges of crimen injuria and allegedly inciting violence.
Advocate Drushanta Ramsamy and Tax Justice SA founder Yusuf Abramjee have been recognised for their work in exposing wrongdoing and promoting accountability.
La Gazzetta dello Sport newspaper ran the headline, "Kimitico,"
Pix of the Day, 2nd November, 2026 - Across the world
A Western Cape High Court judgment has laid bare the danger of organised crime penetrating the very institution tasked with fighting it.
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A first convoy of Algerian soldiers was seen in northern Niger this weekend, a week after Algerian lawmakers approved the deployment of troops to the neighbouring country, according to RFI.
Hundreds of Supporters of Cape Verde President Jose Maria Neves cheered him on at a rally in Sao Vicente, as campaigning in the country's presidential election kicked off on Saturday
About 2,700 young athletes aged 14 to 17 will compete through Nov. 13 in the capital, Dakar, the nearby city of Diamniadio and the beach resort of Saly
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa invites stakeholders and the public to review and submit comments on the proposed amendments to the Cost Recovery Rules for Independent Transmission Providers.
The discharge of raw sewage through this area is nothing short of a crime against South Africa’s scientific and cultural heritage. Indeed, it is a crime against humanity’s collective heritage – it is a World Heritage Site, for crying out loud, and it is being treated like a…
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Throughout the five-day Lagos Fashion Week, African designers turned the runway into a vibrant mix of heritage and fresh vision - their creations reflecting the diversity of African design, with bold looks and storytelling.
Net investment income climbed 58.8 per cent to N72.2 billion, further boosted by lower investment and similar expenses. The post Investment firm VFD Group posts 96% surge in nine-month profit on higher investment income appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
With the right policies, Nigeria could boost economic growth, create jobs, and improve rural livelihoods. But in the rush to exploit its reserves, local communities may also pay a price through environmental pollution, land degradation, and insecurity that often accompany poorly…
Health authorities investigating two suspected Ebola cases in north-eastern Nigeria confirmed on Monday that both samples were negative after two rounds of testing.
Residents from seven La Mercy-area communities have objected to a proposed memorial park and six-unit crematorium, citing concerns about consultation, traffic, LPG safety, emissions and the project’s potential effect on future development.
Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy elected Dr Usman Ahmed as its new National President, alongside ten other executive officers, during the Society’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Kano The post Jigawa doctor elected president of Nigeria’s physiotherapy society appeared first on…
The governor disclosed that he had directed security agencies to arrest and deal decisively with anyone attempting to obstruct any political group from conducting legitimate activities, including Labour Party members. The post 2027: Don’t attack opposition parties – Otti warns…
Water outages are worsening across Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal as ageing infrastructure, leaking pipes and strained reservoirs put municipal supply systems under pressure.
The Western Cape Forensic Pathology Service says material collected by a Lavender Hill family after a mass shooting was coagulated blood, not human brain tissue.
The initiative's planned rotation could provide a platform for continued engagement among schools, although the absence of three institutions from the maiden gathering leaves questions about how broadly the effort will be adopted The post Uyo secondary schools organise peace…
An expert witness testified about Musa Kekana’s alleged injuries as his defence challenges evidence obtained after his arrest.
The Durban Regional Court has sentenced a 37-year-old Chatsworth man to life imprisonment for raping his seven-year-old niece while she was entrusted to his care.
New data has revealed how South Africans are using loyalty benefits to stretch their Randelas until the next pay day.
The Jigawa State Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwal Sankara said that the additional relief materials and economic empowerment packages were for victims of the 2025 floods across the state. The post Jigawa govt commends Tinubu for post-flood relief packages appeared first on…
“New beginnings; timeless music.” The post 2Baba to perform at Pero’s nightclub appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation in Anambra State, Law Mefor, told NAN that the state has no ranch and no immediate plans to establish one. The post Two South-east states developing integrated ranches to curb herder-farmer clashes appeared…
As fighting continues in eastern DRC, shrinking aid and tighter security in host countries undermine the rights of refugees. The post ANALYSIS: Congolese refugees caught between war and closing doors appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Special voting has begun ahead of South Africa’s 2026 local government elections, with the IEC approving 2,655,067 applications — 131% more than in 2021.
A driver allegedly fled after a Nissan X-Trail crashed into a boundary wall in Castlehill, Newlands West.
While university authorities have cited safety concerns and the need to maintain order, the decision by Ambrose Alli University to cancel an examination and postpone its retake until the next academic session has raised questions about the proportionality of sanctions for…
Parliament’s Cogta committee chairperson says incoming councils must audit officials’ qualifications and prioritise professional, capable municipal administrations.
Latest Ipsos poll shows no party enjoys majority support in most metros.
With a coalition government likely in eThekwini, mayoral candidates promise financial discipline, professional administration and continuity for residents and businesses.
Government leaders, SOE executives, and transport operators convened in Durban to tackle rail modernisation, port backlogs, and minibus taxi integration. Delegates called for an urgent shift from tick-box B-BBEE compliance towards measurable industrial capacity, infrastructure…
An HIV-positive Vredenburg father who raped his 13-year-old daughter without a condom, knowing he could infect her with the virus, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the horrific crime.
The Commissioner for Women's Affairs and Children's Welfare, Esther Onyekesi, disclosed this on Saturday while inspecting the facility. The post Anambra govt seals orphanage, gives reason appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The deployment followed a gang attack on four Salvadoran members of the Gang Suppression Force who went missing
“We are not opposed to CNG, but we chose electric vehicles for our public transportation system,” the governor said. The post Otti explains Abia’s preference for electric buses over CNG appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The death toll from the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) had reached 5,372 as of Friday, with a case fatality rate of 51.6%, according to new data.
South African musician and music producer Rajive Mohan died this morning at his home.
The latest departures come as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, with Mr Makinde running as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). The post Two Oyo commissioner, special adviser resign from Makinde’s government…
The economy is now measured as 5.3% larger in 2025, improving government debt ratios and potentially bringing forward a Moody’s credit-rating upgrade.
Until this appointment, Mr Johnson was the governor's chief delivery advisor. The post Gov Eno appoints chief of staff appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The IEC confirmed that a presiding officer died after collapsing at a voting station as special voting began on Monday, while another election official was injured in a KwaZulu-Natal accident.
Peter Obi has pledged to begin construction of the long-delayed Ibom Deep Seaport, joining President Bola Tinubu in making a presidential promise to Akwa Ibom over the strategic maritime project. The post 2027: Obi promises to begin construction of Ibom Deep Seaport if elected…
A crime-scene investigator told the Durban High Court that DNA, fingerprints, ballistic exhibits and other evidence were collected from a white Mercedes-Benz recovered in Cato Crest in March 2023.
The Modimolle Regional Court heard how $580,000 stolen from President Cyril Ramaphosa's Phala Phala farm was spent on luxury cars, jewellery, and property as judgment is handed down.
Former Rhodes University SRC president Simphiwe Mnyande faces six disciplinary charges and possible exclusion following student protests over proposed fee-payment protocols.
From xenophobic campaigning to farm attacks and coordinated influencer messaging, political factions sharpen their attacks on the government and rivals before the 4 November local elections.
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The defence prepares to challenge vehicle-tracking evidence as the Durban High Court hears testimony detailing the movements of cars linked to the murders of Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane.
The attack on Donovan Marx, 50, comes as right-wing groups say there is a genocide of white people - a claim widely discredited.
The United Nations's peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ceased operations on Sunday, after the Security Council failed to extend its mandate.
The Afghan Taliban government asked the United States to act responsibly when deporting Afghan immigrants back home, the Afghan foreign ministry said on Monday, adding that Kabul was prepared to engage constructively with Washington on the issue.
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Bulgaria's acting President Iliana Iotova won the presidential runoff election, near-final results from the Central Election Commission showed on Monday, becoming the country's first elected female head of state amid low voter turnout.
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The Middle East and Gulf region should not become a battleground for great-power rivalry and China is willing to work with Arab nations to achieve lasting peace, Chinese President Xi Jinping told Oman's sultan on Monday
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China has followed through on its threat: state broadcaster CCTV did not air the first two La Liga matches of the weekend after Kylian Mbappé’s remarks about Mao Zedong.
Orlando Pirates secured a 2-1 Soweto Derby victory over Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium, extending their winning momentum while exposing Amakhosi's familiar tactical flaws.
The dividend was approved at the company’s 78th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Fraiser Suites in Abuja on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. The post PZ Cussons shareholders approve N9.926bn dividend payout appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
DA provincial deputy leader Martin Meyer has urged approved special voters in KwaZulu-Natal to cast their ballots ahead of the 4 November local government elections.
The recent gathering in Jinan is bridging the gap between continents and propelling a sustainable energy agenda forward
The new claims add a new twist to the accounts from Mr Sowore's camp AAC and Ekiti State Police Command regarding Friday's incident. The post Sowore releases video of alleged attackers, alleges erased CCTV footage in Ekiti appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Decades after Project Coast, South Africa has rebuilt its biosecurity around peace. But new global threats demand stronger national and regional governance.
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Home Affairs says its biometric online registration and appointment system for asylum seekers will go live on 10 November, while the department works to address long queues, staffing shortages and legal uncertainty.
Iran has agreed to a "two-day plan" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, shortening its earlier seven-day proposal, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday, as an Iranian delegation continues talks with mediators in Qatar.
The Nigerian recovered from an opening-day defeat to Hong Kong’s Li Ki Ho to beat Aidli 11-8, 11-8, 9-11, 11-7, keeping his campaign alive at the Dakar Expo Centre in Senegal. The post Dakar 2026 YOG: Kuti bounces back with victory over Tunisian opponent appeared first on…
Today, 2 November 2026, Sultan Sa’ad marks exactly twenty years on the throne. He is the Sultan with the longest reign in this century and, by commonly accepted reign dates, ranks third in length of reign in the history of the Sultanate. During 2027, he is expected to surpass…
Former Bosasa chief operating officer Angelo Agrizzi has been ordered to pay the State more than R1.66 billion in proceeds linked to corruption, following a Gauteng High Court judgment welcomed by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).
"We remember C.O. Adebayo today as a statesman who positively impacted many. He was deeply genial, with an astute, quick-witted intellect." The post TRIBUTE: Chief C.O. Adebayo: Remembering a true hero one year after appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Israel’s first ambassador to Somaliland has presented his credentials to President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known as Cirro, in Hargeisa. The ceremony also marked the laying of the cornerstone for an Israeli embassy.
The Tigray People's Liberation Front was once Ethiopia's ruling party, but the movement is now facing a backlash from former supporters in the region.
IFP mayoral candidate Mlungisi Mabaso says Johannesburg needs better management, maintenance and law enforcement, but his plans face financial constraints and scrutiny over migration operations.
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At the Ka'abah, President Tinubu offered prayers of gratitude to Almighty Allah for the privilege of serving as Nigeria’s President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. The post Tinubu granted rare access inside Ka’abah, reaffirms commitment to Nigeria appeared first on…
A report commissioned by the Verulam Business Forum alleges poor sanitation, pest-control and security conditions at the market and calls on eThekwini Municipality to act within 30 days.
Access Holdings said the appointments were part of its transition from a strategy focused on scale to one centred on value creation, profitability, capital efficiency and sustainable shareholder returns. The post Access Bank appoints new deputy managing director, executive…
Ultimately, a short-term allowance should be weighed against the more lasting alternatives available: a sustainable wage framework, targeted cash transfers for vulnerable households in the informal economy, and cheaper mass transport that lowers costs for every commuter. Relief…
The House of Representatives this week addressed concerns over rising tuition fees in public tertiary institutions, poor telecommunications services, insecurity in Taraba, declining revenue at Kaduna Polytechnic and the regulation of electric and CNG vehicle imports. The post…
eThekwini has signed an agreement with minibus taxi and bus operators ahead of the planned December launch of GO! Durban's first corridor, linking Bridge City in KwaMashu with Pinetown after years of delays.
Cooking, cleaning and maintaining basic sanitation have become daily struggles, leaving residents questioning how long they must endure life without a reliable water supply.
Kubayi has defended the ANC's candidate selection requirements, saying they are intended to ensure municipal representatives have the necessary qualifications and capacity to address governance challenges and serve communities.
The MK Party is preparing to govern eThekwini, with a think tank being assembled to oversee the city's R75 billion budget. However, behind-the-scenes coalition talks could determine whether Jacob Zuma's party takes power or finds itself sidelined.
Special-vote ballots were still missing at 217 Cape Metro voting districts at 10am, with the IEC blaming printing and delivery delays.
More than 136 000 candidates are expected to contest 10 526 council seats, with 29.2 million registered voters and more than 2.6 million approved special vote applications, in what is set to be one of the country's largest electoral exercises.
The country was the first to contribute troops to the AU mission established to stabilise Somalia in 2007.
The spokesperson for OPEP, Chinonso Oteh, an army captain, confirmed the incident, describing it as a deliberate and unprovoked attack on the troops. The post Gunmen kill soldier, steal weapons at Plateau checkpoint appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
In a statement issued on Facebook, the billionaire industrialist described the visit to Islam’s holiest site in Makkah alongside the Nigerian leader. The post It’s a life blessing’ – BUA boss describes entering Holy Kaaba with President Tinubu appeared first on Premium Times…
Police say three suspects have been arrested after a crowd blocked a road, threw stones and set a vehicle ablaze in Yankara, Katsina State, hours after Governor Dikko Radda passed through the town for an APC campaign rally. The post Police arrest three over political violence in…
A few dozen right-wing activists gathered outside Gadi Eisenkot’s residence in Herzliya on Sunday to protest against the Israeli-Arab coalition in the new government.
Serving as Nigeria’s flagbearer, Nwankwo proudly led her compatriots as they marched into the packed Abdoulaye Wade Stadium in Diamniadio The post Dakar 2026 YOG: Nigeria’s flagbearer Nwankwo eyes 100m glory appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Labour Court upheld the reinstatement of a Ster-Kinekor employee after finding that the company had not proved she breached a workplace rule by tasting popcorn to check its salt levels.
"If there was any doubt about the strength of Mr Falana’s hypothesis, the Osun LG documentary produced by the DevReporting team put paid to it." The post ECONOMY360: As Mojeed Alabi’s DevReporting delves into Local Govt finances appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
From a blocked drainpipe on the Bluff to a tricky rescue in a mango tree near Mariannhill, Nick Evans and fellow rescuers faced two challenging snake encounters, including the discovery of a pregnant Eastern Natal Green Snake.
This is not a buy, sell or hold recommendation, but a stock investment guide. You may need to involve your financial advisor before making investment decisions. The post MTN Nigeria, PZ Cussons, UACN top stock picks this week appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A massive thunderstorm and flash flood warnings failed to deter voters in Miami as they headed to polling stations on Florida’s final day of early voting ahead of the US midterm elections.
Government and industry leaders gather at the New Higher Education Institution Business Dialogue to shape the future of the proposed Ekurhuleni university.
The 2026 Dakar Youth Olympics are bringing Africa’s first Olympic event to Senegal, but for many residents, the excitement is overshadowed by rising living costs and lost livelihoods.
France is readying for another week of protests after the head of a student group said a campaign of high school blockades would restart Monday, ahead of a nationwide day of strikes and protests on Thursday.
Nearly 3,000 migrants have reached the island of El Hierro, in Spain’s Canary Islands, since the beginning of October. The small Atlantic island, home to around 11,000 people, is facing a sharp increase in arrivals along the Atlantic migration route.
The arrival of drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro has transformed weight loss. But what happens when people stop taking them? In her new book, dietitian and public health researcher Dr Linia Patel examines the uncomfortable realities of weight regain, muscle loss and the…
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Nov 1 (Reuters) - The four members of a crew who took part in a simulated mission to Mars have emerged after 378 days in isolation at the US space agency's Johnson Space Center in Houston, an endeavor designed to help prepare for a possible future excursion by Nasa astronauts to…
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Nov 1 (Reuters) - The 35-year-old UN peacekeeping mission in the Western Sahara region will come to an end after the Security Council failed to renew its mandate, the UN chief said on Sunday.
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With just hours to go before the American midterm election takes place, the day before South Africa’s own local election, control of both houses of the American Congress hangs in the balance.
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EFF leader Julius Malema says the chant “Kill the boer, kill the farmer” was never meant literally and has appealed for farm killings to stop.
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A physical inspection of old lever arch files by the legal team representing the families of apartheid victims at the Khampepe Commission strengthens Anton Ackermann’s claim that a disputed 2006 memo was forged, reshaping the Khampepe inquiry into delayed apartheid prosecutions.
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South Africa’s property prices broadly track municipal performance, with Cape Town leading and Buffalo City lagging, but several metros challenge the pattern.
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Days before local government elections, Nelson Mandela Bay’s mayoral hopefuls faced residents’ anger over coalition instability, political interference and failing services at Daily Maverick’s The Bay’s Big Election Debate. But when challenged on how they would stabilise the…
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Nov 1 (Reuters) - Binance customers pulled $3.64 billion, or 2.1% of its assets, as the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange went back online on Sunday after hackers the FBI links to North Korea stole billions from the platform last week.
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The ANC, DA, MK party and EFF all held their final campaign rallies this weekend. Here are their final pitches to voters.
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Nov 1 (Reuters) - Ukraine's military said it evacuated 167 people from threatened areas of southern Kherson region on Sunday as a temporary local ceasefire neared expiry -- two days after busloads of residents were brought out of the embattled Russian-held town of Oleshky.
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My eyes are misty as I write this. I have spent the better part of the morning listening repeatedly to one of the tracks of that gifted Yoruba gospel musician, Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, known on stage as Toluwanisings. The 34-year-old was nature’s human carving of an Àwòko for…
The current alarm about the future dangers of agentic AI might distract us from the very real AI harms already happening. As we speculate about whether machines might one day become dangerous to humankind, AI is deepening misogyny, eroding safety and automating gendered abuse.
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When voting in the 4 November local government election is completed, if the pollsters have been proven correct, coalitions will dominate across South Africa’s 257 councils, including most of the eight metros. Here’s what happens once the voting ends and the stations close.
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A territory can register alarming scores across multiple indicators and still leave a fundamental question unanswered: are the forces undermining state sovereignty operating independently, or have they begun reinforcing one another to create a self-sustaining alternative order?…
President Tinubu offered the prayer on Sunday in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, while hosting members of his delegation for dinner. The post In Makkah, Tinubu prays that Nigeria’s diversity would lead to prosperity appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Johannesburg is the most contested municipality in SA’s local elections. Here are some of the 83 political parties in the running that you probably haven’t heard of.
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Ms Adeyemi also won the Maltina Prize for Best STEM Teacher, for which she received an additional N1.5 million. The post Lagos teacher wins N10m Maltina prize, gets apartment from Sanwo-Olu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The 35-year-old UN peacekeeping mission in the disputed Western Sahara region came to an end Sunday after the Security Council failed to renew its mandate. Morocco, which claims the region as its own, welcomed the decision, while its opponents from the Algeria-backed…
The freight sector and the President are concerned about the serious slowdown of cargo at Durban harbour, but the status of Durban Gateway Terminal as a public-private partnership muddies the waters of accountability.
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From hospital equipment to bank mainframes, outdated technology is leaving critical infrastructure exposed as AI lowers the barriers to cybercrime.
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Despite an 18% increase in gross invoiced income, Datatec delivered only 1.4% Heps growth, raising questions about margins, costs and the durability of AI-driven demand.
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Uzodimma dismisses Okorocha’s court victory as temporary, describes the former governor as “chasing shadows” and vows to overturn the judgement on appeal. The post Okorocha chasing shadows, Uzodimma says, vows to appeal court judgement appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Former statistician-general Pali Lehohla didn’t mince his words at the annual Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation’s Inclusive Growth Forum, warning that South Africa’s democracy is fragmenting, and condemning ANC policies, economic inequality and mining dependence.
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Whoever takes power in Johannesburg may inherit more than a governance crisis: a deepening crisis of legitimacy.
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Governors of Enugu, Anambra, Ebonyi and Imo states renew call on the people of South-East zone to vote massively for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election The post South-East governors urge Ndigbo to shun deception and vote for Tinubu in 2027 appeared first on…
My experience in Zamfara under Governor Dauda Lawal has taught me that punctuality is not just about arriving early; it is about discipline, responsibility and respect for others. The post In Zamfara, 9 a.m is 9 a.m: How Lawal is killing ‘African time’ mentality, By Yusuf Ladan…
The groups said the 2027 elections would test Nigeria's unity and urged young people not to let politicians recruit or manipulate them into violence. The post 2027: Christian, Muslim youth groups sign peace accord ahead of elections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The suspects will appear in the Potchefstroom and Ventersdorp Magistrate Courts on Tuesday.
A year after paramilitary forces at war with the Sudanese army captured the strategic city of El Fasher, survivors and aid workers report that the capital of North Darfur state remains largely abandoned. Some residents are too scared to return, while thousands are still missing…
God specialises in the everlasting. Jeremiah had a bone to pick with God. He asked: “Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why are those happy who deal so treacherously?” (Jeremiah 12:1). God offered him no satisfactory answer. Instead, He assured him that more things would…
