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Corruption in South Africa: former CEO's explosive book exposes how state power utility was destroyed

One repeated theme of the memoir Truth to Power: My Three Years Inside Eskom, by Andre de Ruyter, former CEO of South Africa’s troubled power utility, Eskom, is that “negligence and carelessness had become cemented into the organisation”.

The Conversation

Data | Apathy of family and high costs hinder maternal healthcare

In 28% of the cases, either the husband or the family deemed antenatal care visits unnecessary for the pregnant woman

The Hindu

Skullcandy Crusher ANC XT 2 are noise cancellation cans with Sensory Bass tech

Fifty hours of ANC-on battery life and brain-rattling bass power grab your attention

Irish Mirror

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AirPods Pro just got new rival as iconic audio brand unveils noise-cancelling earbuds

Technics is launching its new EAH-AZ80 flagship noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds alongside a new iteration of its former flagship EAH-AZ80 noise-cancelling true wireless earbuds. Here’s everything you need to know about these potential AirPods Pro rivals.

Tom’s Guide

Panasonic Technics EAH-AZ80 review: stunning ANC earbuds change the game

The Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds combine amazing noise cancellation and voice isolation, great sound and comfortable fit.

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Technics EAH-AZ80 review: grown-up and thoroughly convincing in-ears

Technics' top-end true wireless in-ears bring a first to the market and are largely impressive earbuds overall

Who are Russia’s allies in Putin’s war against Ukraine?

Vladimir Putin promised African nations that he would write off their debts and provide free grain in an attempt to bolster alliances across the continent at a two-day summit in St Petersburg last month.

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The Plot to Save South Africa: masterful account of an assassination that nearly derailed efforts to end apartheid

I was about to set off to the airport on the morning of 10 April 1993 to cover the great American boxer Muhammad Ali’s arrival in Johannesburg when the news came through: Chris Hani had been murdered.

The Conversation

South Africa minister denies extensive ANC corruption at power utility, concedes 'naughty' few

A senior South African government minister denied Wednesday there was extensive corruption within the ruling African Nations Congress party in relation to the country’s financially-crippled power utility

The Independent UK

AirPods-inspired Beats Studio Buds + offer "balanced sound", improved ANC and a new transparent finish

Beats' new Studio Buds + wireless earbuds boast all-day battery, improved ANC and sound quality, and spatial audio.

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Winnie & Nelson by Jonny Steinberg; The Plot to Save South Africa by Justice Malala – review

A beautiful and sad portrait of the Mandelas’ marriage of opposites is an insightful study of two huge characters, while a gripping and important book reveals how the ANC leader rescued his riven country from civil war

The Guardian - UK

I test headphones for a living and these 5 underrated noise-cancellers are worth considering

These headphones may not rank top for noise cancellation, but they all sound great and many cost less than Bose and Sony flagship ANC models.

Tom’s Guide

Thirty-five years on, murder of anti-apartheid activist Dulcie September still unsolved

On March 29, 1988, South African anti-apartheid activist Dulcie September was shot dead at close range in central Paris. In the 1970s, she had been imprisoned in her home country for her activities against the apartheid regime. Upon her release, she had been authorised to leave South Africa on the…

France 24

US, South Africa in spat over arms-to-Russia charge

Johannesburg (AFP) - The US envoy to South Africa on Thursday accused the country of having covertly provided arms to Russia, a charge that drew an angry rebuke from Pretoria.

AFP

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US accuses S.Africa of having supplied weapons to Russia

Johannesburg (AFP) - The US envoy to South Africa on Thursday accused the country of having covertly provided arms to Russia despite its professed neutrality in the Ukraine war, local media said.

The Conversation

Namibia and South Africa's ruling parties share a heroic history - but their 2024 electoral prospects look weak

Namibian president Hage Geingob used his recent state visit to South Africa to also address a meeting of the national executive committee of the governing party, the African National Congress (ANC). This underscored the ANC’s historic ties to Namibia’s governing party, South West Africa People’s Organisation (Swapo).

Tom’s Guide

Sony WF-C700N vs. Sony WF-C500: Which are the best entry-level earbuds?

Sony’s $119 noise-cancelling earbuds fight it out against their $99 non-noise cancelling sibling to determine the best value true wireless earbuds overall.

The Guardian - AU

There are lessons in South Africa’s historic referendum. We have the power to change Australia

The outcomes of the referendum to move away from apartheid were undeniably positive – voting Yes to the voice will reaffirm this spirit

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Al Jazeera

Putin ICC warrant debate goes on in South Africa: What to know

Many in government and opposition are united in proclaiming South Africa’s reluctance to arrest Putin when he visits.

Radio France Internationale

South Africa unclear on its future status as a member of the ICC

Will they go or will they stay? This week South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said he would pull his country out of the International Criminal Court. Then he said he would not. South Africa has had a fraught relationship with the Hague-based war crimes court, and the issue will come…

Tom’s Guide

Sony's WF-C700N buds are a noise-cancelling leader at a bargain price

These Sony earbuds undercut the competition with class-leading sound and adaptive active noise cancellation in a sensational package.

The Guardian - UK

Jeremy Gordin obituary

Journalist who campaigned for the proper application of criminal law in South Africa and co-founded the Justice Project

Asharq Al-Awsat

South Africa, Due to Host Putin, Rows Back from Pledge to Quit War Crimes Court

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rowed back on Wednesday from a pledge to quit the International Criminal Court, months before he is due to host Russia's Vladimir Putin who is wanted by the ICC for suspected war crimes. Ramaphosa had said on Tuesday that the ruling African National Congress would…

Reuters

South Africa, due to host Putin, rows back from pledge to quit war crimes court

The Guardian - AU

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 427 of the invasion

Zelenskiy speaks to Xi for first time since Russian invasion; Navalny faces new charges that could carry 30 year sentence; British jets intercept Russians

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