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South African wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta revealed the dark times in her life when she was fighting alcoholism and her career was in the doldrums. The 29-year-old said that after taking up alcohol for the first time Northwest University in Potchefstroom, she realised that she faced problems with alcohol.The issue became grave to the extent that she did not even remember taking part in the Birmingham Commonwealth Games in 2022. Jafta said that life changed for her after she was dropped from the national team in 2017 and although she returned in 2019, she had lost out on ambition and motivation.Women’s…

The Mpox vaccination campaign in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) began on October 4, with Africa CDC Director General Dr Jean Kaseya emphasising the importance of two doses. While a single dose provides over 50% protection, Dr Kaseya stated: “We don’t want to compromise the health of our people.” The vaccination campaign was launched in Goma, the eastern city hardest hit by the outbreak. Meanwhile, Mpox cases continue to rise, with Ghana becoming the 16th country to report a case in the current outbreak. Across the affected countries, significant gaps remain in surveillance and testing, with testing and…

The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday’s newspapers…THE SUN Manchester United’s dressing room was bugged before their match at Aston Villa in a shocking security breach.Enzo Maresca has become the first Chelsea boss to be named manager of the month for three years.Bruno Fernandes has suggested he prefers playing for Portugal over Manchester United. Bukayo Saka is expected to miss England’s Nations League clash on Sunday with Finland through injury. Jamie Vardy and his wife Becky secretly flew to Bahrain this week as Saudi football clubs continue to clamour to sign him. Claude Makelele has been linked with the…

King Charles issues powerful message for anti-monarchists in Australia King Charles made a final decision about the future of the monarchy in Australia just days before his much-awaited tour to the country. As per The Daily Mail, the monarch stated that he would not intervene if the Australian public chose to replace him as head of state. The King of England has a message of peace for anti-monarchists, who are campaigning for Australia to become a republic.King Charles’s assistant private secretary sent his message to the Australian Republic Movement (ARM) after they wrote a letter to Buckingham Palace, requesting a meeting with…

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Item 1 of 4 ANC’s President Cyril Ramaphosa looks with members of the National Executive Committee (NEC), Deputy President Paul Mashatile, Gwede Mantashe, Fikile Mbalula, Nomvula Mokonyane and Dr Gwen Ramokgopa during a meeting looking at options to form a new South African government, its Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula said in Boksburg, in the East of Johannesburg, South Africa, June 6, 2024. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko/File photo[1/4]ANC’s President Cyril Ramaphosa looks with members of the National Executive Committee (NEC), Deputy President Paul Mashatile, Gwede Mantashe, Fikile Mbalula, Nomvula Mokonyane and Dr Gwen Ramokgopa during a meeting looking at options to form a new…

Kenya is eyeing new market opportunities in South Sudan as Juba plans to host the East African Community’s major meeting of entrepreneurs. The 24th Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade Fair next week means South Sudan could market its opportunities to businesspeople in the region. But for Kenya, it presents a virgin market for its MSME products driven by its growing demand for essential goods and services amid ongoing reconstruction efforts. This year’s event will present an opportunity for over 300 Kenyan MSMEs to further understand the emerging market dynamics and business practices to facilitate business linkages for increased…

Fortnitemares 2024 weapons and lootThe Fortnite Halloween party always adds a few spooky weapons and items. This year is doing the same, though it’s also adding a few new weapons to the loot pool, and they’re some of the game’s most intense items yet. Here’s all the Fortnitemares loot you can expect to find during the event:Wood Stake ShotgunPumpkin LauncherWitch BroomBoom BillyChainsawFortnitemares veterans will be familiar with those first three, though the last two are new to everyone. Boom Billy sends a Billy The Puppet, from Saw, tricycling toward the enemy before he detonates with an explosion. If you hear…

In match 16 of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, Bangladesh are set to face South Africa at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 12 October. Bangladesh’s campaign began with a historic victory, breaking a 10-year winless streak in T20 World Cups by defeating Scotland by 16 runs. Their bowlers, led by Ritu Moni’s impressive 2-15, defended a modest total of 119 and gave Bangladesh the perfect start to the tournament. However, their form faltered in the subsequent matches.  Against England, Bangladesh’s batting woes resurfaced as they were restricted to 97-7 in pursuit of a low target of 118, suffering…

Kate Ugat from Rabie Ridge was welcomed home a hero as a newly crowned SA Championship boxer.Arriving from Limpopo, Tzaneen on September 29, Kate (13) was crowned champion in the 44-46kg category at the championship which took place from September 23 to 28.The reigning Ekurhuleni and Gauteng championship titleholder who attends Dulcie September Primary School¸ maintained her undefeated record in nine bouts. Read more: Rabie Ridge Boxing Club girl boxer is undefeated in three fights A certificate awarded to Rabie Ridge boxing sensation Kate Ugat. Photo: Sphiwe Masilela Speaking outside her home where community members came in numbers to welcome the…