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South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session Following Unilateral Military Action in Venezuela3 South Africa Urges UN Security Council Session Following Unilateral Military Action in Venezuela, marking a sharp diplomatic rebuke of the United States’ recent “large-scale military strike” against the South American nation.4 The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) issued a stern statement on Sunday, January 4, 2026, expressing “grave concern” over the capture of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by U.S. Special Forces. Pretoria’s call for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council reflects a broader concern within the Global South regarding…

54-hour water outage set to hit parts of Joburg as Rand Water maintenance begins 54-hour water outage set to hit parts of Joburg as Rand Water maintenance begins this week, prompting an urgent call for residents in western Johannesburg and Soweto to stockpile water. Johannesburg Water has confirmed that the final and most critical phase of the current Rand Water maintenance schedule will officially commence at 04:00 on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, and is slated to run until 08:00 on Thursday, 8 January 2026. This major water supply disruption is part of a broader commitment to long-term infrastructure upgrades across…

Lotto and Lotto Plus results: Saturday, 3 January 2026 show that a total of R16.5 million in jackpots was up for grabs, providing a massive opportunity for South African players to start the new year with a life-changing win. As the National Lottery continues to grow in popularity, thousands of participants across the country tuned in to see if their winning numbers matched the balls drawn by the Ithuba central gaming system. Whether you played via a physical retailer, a banking app, or the official website, checking your results promptly is the first step toward claiming a potential prize. Below,…

Trump says U.S. will run Venezuela after it captures Maduro Trump says U.S. will run Venezuela after it captures Maduro, marking one of the most significant and controversial shifts in American foreign policy in decades. U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that the United States has successfully apprehended Nicolas Maduro in an audacious special operations raid. Following the capture, Trump declared that the U.S. would assume temporary administrative control over the South American nation to ensure a “judicious transition.” The announcement, made from the Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, has sent shockwaves through the international community. While some Venezuelans celebrate…

Senegal beat Sudan 3-1 to secure quarter-final spot in AFCON2025 on a thrilling Saturday night at the Tangier Grand Stadium. The Lions of Teranga, determined to reclaim their status as the kings of African football, showed immense character by coming from behind to eliminate a spirited Sudanese side. While Sudan was making their debut in the knockout stages of the modern era, they provided a stern test for the defending heavyweights before succumbnig to the clinical finishing of the West African giants. By securing this victory, Senegal has officially booked their place in the quarter-finals, moving one step closer to…

Ten-man Mali defeat Tunisia on penalties to book quarter-final place in what will be remembered as one of the most resilient displays in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. Despite playing with a numerical disadvantage for over 90 minutes, the Eagles of Mali showcased incredible grit to overcome the Eagles of Carthage in a high-stakes encounter at the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca. The match, which ended 1-1 after 120 minutes of grueling football, was eventually decided by a tense penalty shootout. Mali’s victory not only secures their spot in the quarter-finals but also ends Tunisia’s historically…

Venezuelan president to face ‘full wrath’ of US after drugs and weapons charges Venezuelan president to face ‘full wrath’ of US after drugs and weapons charges is the primary directive coming from the Department of Justice today as the world processes the capture of Nicolás Maduro.4 In a series of events that have stunned the global community, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that the Venezuelan leader and his wife, Cilia Flores, are currently in American custody.5 The “full wrath” promised by Bondi marks a definitive end to the years-long standoff between Washington and the Miraflores Palace, shifting the battle…

Trump claims Venezuela President Maduro ‘captured and flown out’ of country by US forces Trump claims Venezuela President Maduro ‘captured and flown out’ of country by US forces following a stunning pre-dawn military operation in Caracas that has sent shockwaves through the international community.4 In the early hours of Saturday, 3 January 2026, a series of high-precision strikes and a daring ground raid reportedly resulted in the detention of the Venezuelan leader and his wife, Cilia Flores.5 This escalation marks the most direct U.S. military intervention in Latin America since the 1989 invasion of Panama.6 Nicolás Maduro Captured: The Delta…

PowerBall and PowerBall Plus results: Friday 2 January 2026 have officially been released, sparking excitement across South Africa as the first major multi-million rand draw of the new year takes place. With a staggering R143 million jackpot total combined across both draws, thousands of hopeful players have been checking their tickets to see if they’ve become South Africa’s newest millionaires. If you missed the live draw at 9:00 PM, we have the complete breakdown of the winning numbers and prize estimates right here. R143 Million Jackpot: The First Big Win of 2026 The National Lottery jackpots 2026 season has started…

Venezuela accuses US after explosions and low-flying aircraft reported in Caracas Venezuela accuses US after explosions and low-flying aircraft reported in Caracas as the geopolitical landscape of South America shifted dramatically in the early hours of Saturday, 3 January 2026.5 At approximately 2:00 a.m. local time, at least seven massive explosions rocked the Venezuelan capital, plunging several neighborhoods into darkness and sending panicked residents into the streets.6 President Nicolás Maduro has officially characterized the event as a “severe military aggression” ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump, marking the most significant military escalation in the region in decades. Caracas Explosions January…