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South Africa power outages: some improvement but a long way to go before the grid is stable

Over the past few months, South Africa’s power generation sector has performed better than expected. Four factors explain this: an acceleration of solar power installations, less frequent breakdowns at power stations, a less restricted supply of diesel and the return to operation of some units at Kusile coal fired power…

The Conversation

Victorious Springboks arrive back to a heroes' welcome in South Africa

World rugby champions South Africa have arrived back in the country to a heroes’ welcome following a feat that saw them defend their title after beating New Zealand 11-12 in France

The Independent UK

Watson inspires Diamonds to clean sweep over Proteas

The Diamonds have completed a successful 2023 campaign by sweeping South Africa with a 77-50 win in the third and final Test in Hobart.

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South Africa calls for UN force to protect civilians in Gaza

South Africa has called for the United Nations to deploy a rapid protection force to protect civilians in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza from further bombardment as Israel steps up its retaliation for a deadly attack by militant group Hamas.

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ICC World Cup: New Zealand look to regain winning form against South Africa

The current World Cup edition has mostly featured one-sided games, but two matches stood out. One was South Africa's dramatic one-wicket victory against Pakistan in Chennai, and the other was New Zealand's near-miraculous chase of 388 against Australia, falling just five runs short.

The Times of India

New Zealand vs South Africa LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ODI World Cup

Follow all the action from Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium

The Independent UK

South Africa declares public holiday after ‘momentous’ Rugby World Cup win

Springboks clinch record fourth Rugby World Cup over New Zealand

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Cricket World Cup points table explained: Why India are above South Africa and New Zealand

India are above New Zealand despite the Black Caps winning every game of World Cup so far

The Independent UK

ICC fines Pakistan after heartbreaking loss to South Africa in Cricket World Cup 2023

Pakistan are sixth in the World Cup 2023 table, with four points from six matches

The Independent UK

South Africa declares public holiday to celebrate Rugby World Cup win

South Africa is still relishing its victory after Saturday's big win at the Rugby World Cup. President Ramaphosa has declared December 15 a public holiday and said that sports could unite a country. We speak to Will Mbiakop, head of the African Sports and Creative Institute about the economic returns…

France 24

Glasgow Warriors face injury wait as Murchie discusses South Africa influence

Glasgow Warriors are waiting for an injury assessment on two key players as Peter Murchie discusses South Africa's World Cup winners' influence on…

The National (Scotland)

After booking the flight to India, The Netherlands continues to soar higher and higher

Max O'Dowd has scored 242 runs in the T20 World Cup, second only to Virat Kohli. He is delighted with the Netherlands' performance in the World Cup, as the team has managed to beat South Africa and Bangladesh. The lower-order batters have been performing the rescue act, with captain Scott…

The Hindu

Which teams can qualify for the ICC Cricket World Cup semifinals?

India and South Africa are likely to qualify for the semifinals but at least five other teams are also in with a chance.

Al Jazeera

Diabetes is South Africa's second biggest killer disease: hiking the sugar tax would help

Death rates in South Africa have declined slightly during the past few years. But the country faces a steady rise in both death and disability caused by increases in non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and cancer.

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The Times of India

'Brilliant chaser' Virat Kohli exceeds Sachin Tendulkar: Graeme Smith

MUMBAI: Former South Africa captain and SA20 league commissioner, Graeme Smith, hailed Virat Kohli as a brilliant chaser saying that he believes that India's batting talisman even exceeds the legend Sachin Tendulkar with the quality that he has produced right through his international career.

The Times of India

South Africa's middle-order is one of most destructive ever: Graeme Smith

NEW DELHI: Former South African skipper Graeme Smith attributed South Africa's success to its "most destructive" middle-order. He emphasised the importance of current captain Temba Bavuma's leadership in guiding the team towards clinching their first-ever World Cup title.

The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cup awards: the best player, the best match – our verdicts

From that monumental quarter-final weekend to Kurt-Lee Arendse’s wonder try and the emergence of Portugal, the Guardian’s rugby experts hand out their awards

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023 awards: Star player and coach, best match, biggest shock and more

Seven weeks of incredible rugby came down to one point in Paris and now Nick Purewal crowns his winners

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Rugby World Cup: Siya Kolisi sends message of hope as Springboks’ higher purpose endures

Iconic captain hopes second successive Rugby World Cup win can prove an inspiration to people from similar backgrounds and have unifying impact in troubled nation

The Guardian - UK

‘A goldmine at our fingertips’: the promise and perils of AI in Africa

Experts say artificial intelligence can play an important role in exploiting the potential of countries’ fast-growing populations

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup: South Africa government appears to mock Tom Curry racism storm during celebrations

The official statement included the line 'the Webb Ellis is in South Africa’s kant'

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup awards: The best player, match and moment from our writers in France

An epic final between the Springboks and All Blacks saw Siya Kolisi lead his team to a fourth men’s crown, Luke Baker and Harry Latham-Coyle reflect on a wonderful festival of rugby in France

Autosport

South Africa rugby triumph gave Binder “win or bust” Thai MotoGP race approach

Binder qualified fifth in Buriram and scored second in the sprint, before going on to fight hard for victory with Pramac’s Jorge Martin and Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia in Sunday’s race.

The Independent UK

Siya Kolisi’s legacy as rugby’s greatest leader will now live on forever

Kolisi joined Richie McCaw as the only two-time men’s Rugby World Cup-winning captain but his impact stretches far beyond the field

The Independent UK

ICC fines Pakistan after heartbreaking loss to South Africa in Cricket World Cup 2023

Pakistan are sixth in the World Cup 2023 table, with four points from six matches

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