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South Africa's Critical Minerals Could Power Global AI, But Citizens See Little Benefit
Mining operators face pressure to capture more value from AI-critical minerals
Business & Economy
Illegal mining collapse kills 14 in South Africa; survivors fear deportation
Migrant workers and families face peril and legal jeopardy in South Africa's unregulated mining sector.
Business & Economy
South Africans Losing Faith in Coalition Government as Public Pessimism Deepens
Citizen confidence in coalition government collapses as economic stagnation persists.
Africa
Africa's Mineral Wealth at Stake: Conference Warns of Public Health and Environmental Risk
Continental leaders demand democratic oversight and local benefit from mineral extraction.
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Politics & Governance
South Africa's Police Face Public Trust Crisis as Crime Reporting Plummets
Victims avoid reporting crimes due to lack of faith in police response and investigation.
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Crime & Investigation
South Africa's youth caught in global sextortion rings; teenager arrested in major bust
Recruitment tactics exploit teenagers through social media platforms and false job promises.
The long read
The long read
Africa faces isolation as global cooperation weakens; small nations lose voice
Weakening global institutions threaten African nations' ability to negotiate collectively on security, trade and climate.
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