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Five people (including a well-known radio presenter) have been arrested for allegedly trying to recruit South Africans to fight for Russia in Ukraine. Authorities say some locals may have been misled with promises of jobs or training, only to end up in a war zone. The group is now headed to court, and the case is raising big questions about how many South Africans may already be involved. 02/12/2025

The ANC is dealing with yet another internal drama. The party has launched an investigation into what appears to be an internal push to weaken or potentially remove President Cyril Ramaphosa. Factions inside the party seem to be clashing again, with some senior names floating around in the rumours. It’s adding more uncertainty at a time when the ANC is already under pressure. 02/12/2025

Global stock markets slipped as investors reacted nervously to signals that Japan might raise interest rates soon. This pushed global bond yields higher, which usually makes investors pull money out of riskier assets like tech stocks and crypto. The shift created a “risk-off” mood across markets worldwide. 02/12/2025

Head of Baby Jesus Figure Stolen In Brussels, the head of the baby Jesus figurine was stolen from a Nativity scene in the city’s Grand-Place. The scene, designed with faceless, modern figures to be inclusive, had already stirred controversy, with many criticizing it for straying from traditional Christmas imagery. The theft was captured on blurry CCTV, but no suspects have been identified. Authorities have replaced the figurine and are monitoring the display more closely. Som

In a dramatic overnight operation, the United States successfully captured Nicolás Maduro, the former president of Venezuela.

Tanzanians vote for president with only one candidate: Samia Suluhu Hassan.