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South Africa Could Get Tesla Battery Plant In Exchange For Starlink Deal: Report

Musk's South African roots are calling him home. Okay, well, maybe not him, but at least his companies. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, Musk's talks with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa could lead to a bit of quid pro quo for two of Musk's heavy hitters: Tesla and SpaceX.

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Who is Kwena Maphaka? Teenage fast bowler set to become South Africa’s youngest ever Test cricketer

The teenage left-arm fast bowler has made a rapid rise into the professional ranks

The Independent UK

South Africa vs Pakistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Pakistan in South Africa 2024/2025

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Let the Ashes mind games begin: gazing through a crystal ball at cricket in 2025

Archer literally in cotton wool, Root inventing another shot and South Africa claiming the urn – some predictions for the year ahead

The Guardian - UK

Rock art acoustics: South African study suggests that a distinct echo attracted ancient artists back to one site

Physics does not adequately explain reflected sound and echo effects. Take as example the echo-producing Echoplex, a magnetic tape device that influenced the soundtrack of a generation. Think of Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love (1969) and the echo on its violin sections. The echo coming from Hank Marvin’s guitar shaped…

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Fighting for change: why the road to parliament is still rocky for women across Africa

In a critical year for elections on the continent, three women who took office in 2024 talk about the obstacles they see in politics and where gains are being made

The Guardian - UK

Elon Musk eyes a deal with his native South Africa to let SpaceX offer Starlink service in exchange for a Tesla battery plant, report

Musk’s political influence continues to grow.

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South Africa’s glorious revival is a fitting end to a year that gave Test cricket new life

An unpredictable year ended with Temba Bavuma’s side making the World Test Championship final with a nail-biting win over Pakistan

The Independent UK

South Africa beat Pakistan in tense finish to enter Test championship final

South Africa seal their place in World Test Championship final with a two-wicket win.

Al Jazeera

'Emotional moment for me,' says Temba Bavuma after South Africa make WTC Final

NEW DELHI: South Africa captain Temba Bavuma described the Proteas’ qualification for the World Test Championship (WTC) final as an emotional moment, following their dramatic two-wicket victory over Pakistan in Centurion on Sunday.

The Times of India

How South Africa booked their place in the World Test Championship final

NEW DELHI: The South African team on Sunday claimed their maiden World Test Championship Final spot after securing a thrilling two-wicket win over Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test in Centurion.

The Times of India

South Africa book WTC Final spot with thrilling win over Pakistan, India's chances slim further

South Africa booked their place in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final after beating Pakistan in the first of two-match Test series. The Proteas chased down the seemingly modest 148-run target in thrilling fashion, winning by two wickets on the fourth day.

The Times of India

South African retrospective exhibition honors the colorful work of artist Esther Mahlangu

A retrospective exhibition in South Africa is honoring Esther Mahlangu, a local artist from a rural background who has become internationally known for her colorful work in traditional Ndebele painting

The Independent UK

Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen put South Africa on top against Pakistan in first Test

NEW DELHI: Corbin Bosch made an impressive unbeaten 81 while Marco Jansen secured two crucial wickets, putting South Africa in a commanding position during the second day of the first Test against Pakistan at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Friday.

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Handré Pollard back at Twickenham and still enjoying pressure of big occasions

Leicester fly-half returns to scene of South Africa’s autumn triumph, where his opposite number is also a familiar face

The Times of India

Deepti Sharma creates history with record six-wicket haul against West Indies

NEW DELHI: Off-spinner Deepti Sharma delivered a match-winning performance in the third and final ODI against the West Indies at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara, becoming the first Indian woman cricketer to take two six-wicket hauls in one-day internationals. She become only the second women bowlers to achieve the feat after Sune…

The Conversation

South Africa’s modern rondavels: family homes may be changing, but traditions remain

The Mbhashe area of South Africa’s Eastern Cape province is a landscape of hills, fields and river valleys leading to the Indian Ocean. All along the ridges are the homesteads of the Xhosa people who have lived here since before colonial times. In years gone by, all these homes would…

The Times of India

1st Test: Pakistan fight back as 13 wickets fall on opening day against South Africa

NEW DELHI: South Africa ended day one at 82 for three wickets in response to Pakistan's first innings total of 211 in the first Test at Centurion on Thursday.

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Wicket off the first ball of Test career! South Africa's Corbin Bosch strikes gold on debut against Pakistan

South African all-rounder Corbin Bosch made a dream start to his Test career on Thursday, claiming a wicket with his very first delivery in the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan at SuperSport Park, Centurion. Bosch etched his name in cricket history by dismissing Shan Masood off his first delivery in…

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South Africa Faces Potential Trade Sanctions Over Foreign Relations

Key Republicans are pressuring South Africa to align its foreign policy with U.S. interests to maintain trade benefits under AGOA, risking job losses and e...

The Conversation

‘Don’t touch my pocket!’ South African passengers say airlines must pay for reducing their carbon footprint, not them

Airline travel is a major contributor to anthropogenic climate change, amounting to about 4% of all global greenhouse gas emissions every year. Airlines must take specific measures to reduce, and ideally neutralise, their greenhouse gas emissions and environmental footprint. The airline industry and air travellers are aware of this. However,…

The Times of India

'Winning is always at the forefront': Pretoria Capitals skipper Wayne Parnell upbeat ahead of SA20 2025

Wayne Parnell, the left-arm pace bowling all-rounder from South Africa, has played in various T20 leagues across the world for different teams. In the South Africa’s T20 league, SA20, Parnell has represented Pretoria Capitals as the franchise's captain since the inaugural season in 2023.

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How to watch South Africa vs Pakistan live stream: 1st Test online or on TV, result beckons

Here's how you can watch South Africa vs Pakistan online, after the 1st Test started on Thursday, December 26.

The Independent UK

South Africa vs Pakistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Pakistan in South Africa 2024/2025

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AAP

Australian path to Champions Trophy begins with England

England are Australia's first Champions Trophy opponents in Pakistan in February but Pat Cummins' team could end playing the final in Dubai.

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