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'A wake up call': Municipal misery hangs over upcoming South African elections

Mounds of garbage, potholed roads and sewage spills: grim conditions like these led voters near Johannesburg to abandon their long-time loyalty to the African National Congress and hand the rival Democratic Alliance its first black township ward in South Africa, highlighting frustration over municipal-level failures ahead of November's local elections.

Radio France Internationale

On This Day in History, June 22: Fast & Furious release, France surrenders, Germany invades Soviet Union, Napoleon abdicates, Galileo recants, Maradona's Hand of God, G.I. Bill signed and other events

On This Day in History, June 22 witnessed Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union, Napoleon's second abdication, Galileo's recantation before the Inquisition and the signing of the G.I. Bill by Franklin D. Roosevelt. The date is also remembered for Diego Maradona's famous "Hand of God" goal, France's surrender to Nazi…

The Economic Times

‘Then the firing started’: the Soweto uprising remembered 50 years on

16 June 1976 is not just another chapter in the history books, nor is its aftermath and legacy, say those who took part and their families

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Free Nelson Mandela review – this gripping documentary pulls no punches

A revelatory look at the sprawling tale of the decades-long struggle against apartheid. It’s a nuanced tale that brutally emphasises the personal cost of Mandela’s resistance

The Guardian - UK

Ma Vesta Smith: why this unsung activist matters 50 years after the Soweto uprising

While many men are remembered as heroes of political struggles, women seldom get enough attention. Vesta Smith is a good example. She fought for South Africa’s liberation from white minority rule, called apartheid.

The Conversation

‘Once, Mandela was seen as the devil incarnate’: the TV show laying bare the true struggle against apartheid

From the activist who knew him as ‘Uncle Nelson’ to the campaigner who would go on to become a cabinet member, we talk to those involved in the struggle – and who feature in an eye-opening new documentary

The Guardian - UK

Quote of the day by Nelson Mandela: 'There is nothing more dangerous than a...' Life lessons on human nature, anger and shame by first Black president of South Africa

Quote of the Day by Nelson Mandela highlights the impact of humiliation on human behavior. The quote explains how shame, rejection, and loss of dignity can influence actions and decisions. It remains relevant in families, workplaces, communities, and society. The words of Nelson Mandela also reflect lessons from his own…

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The Sennheiser Momentum 5 sets the standard for its mix of longevity, price, and great sound

Better sound, battery life, and longevity than Sony and Bose make the Sennheiser Momentum 5 a top pick for music lovers!

Android Central

I tested the long-awaited Sennheiser Momentum 5 — and they do one thing Apple, Sony, and Bose headphones could never

Sennheiser Momentum 5 took 4 years to come out, but they're finally here. With clean bass, balanced mids, and a huge 57-hour battery, they are going for hold.

Tom’s Guide

SAfrica president in argues cash-in-sofa scandal

South Africa's president says an probe into how bundles of cash were found in his sofa was "seriously flawed" and the money came from the sale of buffaloes.

AAP

I tested Soundcore’s newest premium flagship earbuds — and they’re coming for the AirPods Pro 3’s crown

The Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Max have excellent, rich sound, immersive ANC, great battery, and impressive AI features, for just $229.

Tom’s Guide

Do you need to spend $449 on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen when you can get the new Marshall Milton ANC for $229? I tested both and I’m very surprised

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen are undoubtedly the king of ANC headphones, but do the cheaper Marshall Milton ANC come close for less money?

Tom’s Guide

Marshall Milton ANC review: A logical step-up for on-ear fans

Marshall's headphones won't change your attitude to on-ear comfort

Julius Malema: South Africa’s performative revolutionary is facing his biggest battle

Julius Malema, the leader of South Africa’s fourth-largest party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), is a divisive figure: loved by some, hated by others.

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The Guardian - UK

The man who blew up a nuclear power station and disappeared

The long read: In December 1982, South African Rodney Wilkinson walked four bombs into Koeberg power station – the crown jewel of the apartheid state – pulled the pins and then left on his bicycle. How did he do it?

The Conversation

Political violence in South Africa is driven by a power elite trying to establish dominance – new research

For much of the past two decades, South Africa’s recurring waves of protest have been interpreted through a dominant lens: the failure of the post-apartheid state to deliver services to its poorest citizens. Rising unemployment, corroding infrastructure and inadequate housing are the familiar explanations offered.

Radio France Internationale

South Africa's EFF leader Julius Malema jailed for five years on gun charges

A South African court has sentenced radical left-wing opposition leader Julius Malema to five years in jail for firing a rifle into the air at a rally eight years ago.

The Guardian - UK

Justice denied: why families of apartheid victims are still searching for answers

Struggle for justice symbolises limitations of Truth and Reconciliation Commission, whose hearings began 30 years ago

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Nelson Mandela was a towering global symbol – but how effective was he as a president?

Nelson Mandela remains one of the most revered political leaders of modern times. He is widely credited with guiding South Africa through a peaceful transition from apartheid to democracy. He embodied racial reconciliation, and lent moral authority to a fragile new state. Yet admiration for Mandela the symbol has often…

Tom’s Guide

I tested Nothing’s $39 earbuds — and I’ll never spend big bucks on a pair of buds again

For just $39, the CMF Buds 2A provide awesome sound quality and ANC, but for that price, what more could you want?

Tom’s Guide

Skoda developed a bicycle bell that's meant to get past your ANC headphones: here's how it works

The car company Skoda developed a new bike bell that gets around your ANC headphones to help keep cyclists and pedestrians safe.

AAP

Fill 'er up: electric trucks plug into charging network

Three electric truck charging hubs will be built in one Australian capital city in the first stage of a project designed to power up the transport transition.

The Guardian - UK

Goodbye Graaff-Reinet: South African town’s name change stirs racial tensions

Minister’s decision to ditch town’s colonial-era identity and honour anti-apartheid activist divides residents

Tom’s Guide

This conferencing headset probably sounds better than your headphones (and does more)

The Jabra Evolve3 75 is a premium on-ear conferencing headset, and knocked me out of the park with stunning sound, great comfort and tons of handy features.

TechRadar

I tested the Jabra Evolve3 85 - a professional headset built for the office, priced for the boardroom, yet styled for the street

The Jabra Evolve3 85 offers all the bells and whistles of a call centre headset while retaining the styling and elegance associated with retail-focused products.

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