Author: Lourens Botes

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Jun, 24 2026

SAPS officer faces discipline after viral 'cold drink' bribe video

A female SAPS officer faces disciplinary action after a viral video shows her accepting a R2,000 'cold drink' bribe in Diepsloot, Johannesburg. The incident highlights widespread petty police corruption.
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Jun, 17 2026

Argentina vs Algeria Tickets: Prices, Arrowhead Stadium Guide

Argentina vs Algeria World Cup 2026 tickets at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Prices soar past $1,000 as Messi-led squad faces North Africa in Group J opener.
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Jun, 10 2026

EACC Investigator Detained Over Death Threats to Kiambu Officials

An EACC investigator is in custody for allegedly threatening to kill Kiambu County officials during a housing inspection, raising concerns about conduct within Kenya's anti-graft agency.
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Jun, 3 2026

Osorio, Nelson Fire Canada Past Uzbekistan 2-0 in World Cup Prep

Jonathan Osorio scores first goal since 2023 as Canada beats Uzbekistan 2-0. Jayden Nelson adds late strike in World Cup prep friendly.
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May, 27 2026

Ramadan 2026 Dates: Rare Alignment with Lent and Lunar New Year

Ramadan 2026 begins Feb 17-18, aligning rarely with Lent and Lunar New Year. Dates depend on moon sightings by local authorities.
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May, 13 2026

Harry and Meghan Rare London Date Night for WWI Centenary Gala

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended a rare London charity gala honoring WWI's end, supporting veteran mental health charities Heads Together, Help for Heroes, and Combat Stress.
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May, 6 2026

Como's Champions League Push Hits Udinese in Serie A Clash

Como chase Champions League spot as they face Udinese in Serie A. Fourth-placed visitors seek vital win against suspended-star-depleted hosts.
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Apr, 29 2026

Volpato Ends Two-Year Drought as Sassuolo Sink Struggling Fiorentina

Cristian Volpato ends a two-year goal drought to lead Sassuolo to a 3-1 win over Fiorentina on Dec 6, 2025, lifting them to 8th in Serie A.
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Apr, 22 2026

Tunji-Ojo Orders Fast-Track of Paramilitary Recruitment Uploads

Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo orders the CDCFIB to fast-track recruitment uploads for 1.9 million applicants vying for 30,000 paramilitary roles in Nigeria.
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Apr, 15 2026

Nigeria Revenue Service Unveils New Brand as FIRS Era Ends

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) replaces FIRS with a new brand and legal framework starting Jan 1, 2026, aimed at modernizing tax collection in Abuja.
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Apr, 9 2026

Safaricom to shut down M-PESA for 3 hours for major Fintech 2.0 upgrade

Safaricom will pause M-PESA services on Sept 22, 2025, for a massive Fintech 2.0 upgrade. The shift adds AI anti-fraud tools and boosts transaction capacity for 35M users.
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Apr, 1 2026

Spain 2026 Schedule Locked: March Window & World Cup Path Revealed

Spain locks in March 2026 schedule with Finalissima vs Argentina and Egypt friendly. World Cup Group H revealed: Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay. Lamine Yamal confirmed for USA/Canada/Mexico tournament.