South African man sacked after viral racist rant
Craig TaylorHe said in a video that it was “heaven on earth” as there were no black people on the beach. BBC News – Africa
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Zuma corruption claims: South Africa state capture inquiry opens
The public inquiry is looking into whether the wealthy Gupta family influenced political decisions. BBC News – Africa
EgyptAir hijack: Cyprus extradites suspect Seif al-Din Mustafa
An Egyptian man who diverted a plane to Cyprus is sent home after a two-year extradition battle. BBC News – Africa
‘Save trees when roasting Eid sheep’ in Niger
Authorities in Niger want Muslim celebrants to use coal instead of firewood at next week’s festival. BBC News – Africa
Arrested Ugandan Afrobeats MP ‘severely beaten’
The 36-year-old musician turned politician has become a real thorn in the side of Uganda’s long-time leader, Yoweri Museveni. BBC News – Africa
South Africa rhino poaching: ‘Bribes paid to court syndicate’
Investigations point to a corrupt court syndicate keeping rhino killers beyond the reach of the law. BBC News – Africa