africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:33:32

Vatican releases first images of Pope Leo XIV since his surgery

Doctors says the 71-year-old pontiff is showing steady improvement since having part of his right lung removed on Tuesday.

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@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:47:09

Africa overtakes Europe in Catholic population as global mumbers reach 1.422 billion

Africa now has more Catholics than Europe. The Vaticanâ s latest statistics put Africaâ s Catholic population at 288 million, slightly ahead of Europeâ s 287 million.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:47:43

Ethiopian gains in Tigray risk wider war with Eritrea, analyst warns

Ethiopiaâ s military advances in northern Tigray do not spell an end to the conflict but have the potential to increase the risk of war with neighboring Eritrea, an analyst with knowledge of the region has warned

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:02:12

Political violence affecting campaigning in some areas: ANC's Ntuli

ANC elections coordinator Lungani Makhathini and ANCYL member Nokuthula Mavundla were shot dead.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:12:32

Four other African countries join SA to combat drug trafficking

Regional police chiefs and ministers agreed to strengthen intelligence sharing.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:20:14

Aucamp warns fuel costs, El Niño to hit farmers and consumers

Aucamp says steep fuel hikes will affect farmers and lead to an increase in food prices.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:00:00

'We do take the Challenge Cup seriously': JP backs young Sharks team against desperate Lyon

The Sharks coach said his Springboks decided that this would be the best time to take their mandated rest.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:08:01

Saturday's weather: Extremely hot conditions in EC, WC, KZN and Mpumalanga

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Saturday, 17 October 2026.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:40:21

Carrim to spend weekend behind bars as case postponed to Monday

His legal counsel, Advocate Hendrik Potgieter, also questioned Carrim about his medical condition.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:54:59

43 learners hospitalised with stomach complaints in Limpopo

Shikwambana says 13 learners are still receiving treatment at Seshego hospital.

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dailydispatch.co.za

@dispatchlive Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:21:24

Faith takes flight in Buffalo Flats ballet production 'The Storm Bird Returns'

The Letâ s Dance Ballet Academy in Buffalo Flats will take to the stage at Alexander Playhouse on Fridaya dn with The Storm Bird Returns, a production exploring hope, faith and perseverance through the story of a little bird forced to face a storm she thought she had left behind. Written and choreographed by academy owner and teacher Ashantae Eastrace, the ballet follows a little bird enjoying life in an enchanted forest until a vicious storm returns, bringing back fears from an experience she...

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thesouthafrican.com

@thesouthafrican Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:31:51

Can hot weather damage the medicines you keep at home?

Hot weather can damage medicines stored at home and affect how well they work. Find out how to keep your medicines safe.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:49:50

Guardian and friends describe volatile relationship in Northern Cape student murder trial

Buba's body was discovered in an open veld between Bongweni and Khayelitsha in Kuyasa.

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citizen.co.za

@citizen Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:56:01

Australia's bowlers are 'machines', but Proteas batters are hungry to hit back, says Bedingham

David Bedingham says it is intimidating to face the quality and depth of the touring team's attack.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:02:09

Ethiopia appoints interim Tigray government after TPLF ouster

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced Friday the establishment of an interim administration in the northern Tigray region, which has been controlled by rebels who have clashed with federal forces in recent weeks

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:03:56

South Africa: Rescuing and relocating wild honeybees in Cape Town

A father-and-son team at the Cape Honeybee Conservancy have moved over 250 wild bee colonies from urban locations since 2018.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:16:52

Belgium: Pumpkimania festival takes over Groot-Bijgaarden Castle

Foxes, owls and deer made from pumpkins have taken over Groot-Bijgaarden Castle near Brussels. The Pumpkimania festival features a 772kg giant, pumpkin boat rides and Halloween activities until 1 November.

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africanews.com

@africanews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:54:51

South African pastor, wife arrested after 200 found in suspected illegal rehab centre

Police in South Africa have arrested a pastor and his wife after a raid on a church-run rehabilitation centre in Mpumalanga province revealed shocking living conditions.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:28:36

33 million ballots needed to accommodate ConCourt ruling: IEC

The IEC announced that 32 political parties will be allowed to submit their candidate list.

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sabcnews.com

@sabcnews Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:48:17

ActionSA to contest 11 municipalities in Limpopo: Mashaba

Mashaba was addressing scores of supporters at the party's "Mashupa Tsela" rally.