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Here are some recent breaking news stories from South Africa:

Latest News

  1. Ramaphosa's Address to the Nation: President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation tonight at 8pm, following a meeting with the National Coronavirus Command Council. The address is expected to provide an update on the country's COVID-19 response and any new measures that may be implemented. [Source: News24]
  2. SA Records Over 10,000 New COVID-19 Cases: South Africa has recorded 10,617 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to over 1.4 million. The country has also reported 343 new deaths, bringing the total number of fatalities to 37,305. [Source: IOL]
  3. ANC NEC Meeting Underway: The African National Congress (ANC) National Executive Committee (NEC) is holding an emergency meeting to discuss the party's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and other pressing issues. The meeting is expected to last several days. [Source: TimesLive]
  4. SA's Economy Contracts by 51%: South Africa's economy contracted by 51% in the second quarter of 2020, according to the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). The contraction is the largest on record and is attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic. [Source: Business Day]
  5. Protests Erupt in Cape Town: Protests have erupted in Cape Town's Khayelitsha township, with residents demanding better services and infrastructure. The protests have resulted in the closure of several businesses and the deployment of police to the area. [Source: News24]

Top Stories

  1. SA's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout: South Africa is set to roll out its COVID-19 vaccine program in the coming weeks, with the first batch of vaccines expected to arrive in the country next month. [Source: TimesLive]
  2. ANC's Future Uncertain: The future of the ANC is uncertain following the resignation of several senior party officials, including former President Jacob Zuma's son, Duduzane Zuma. [Source: IOL]
  3. SA's Education System in Crisis: South Africa's education system is in crisis, with many schools struggling to provide adequate facilities and resources to students. [Source: Business Day]
  4. SA's Economy Faces Uncertain Future: South Africa's economy faces an uncertain future, with many experts predicting a prolonged recession. [Source: News24]
  5. SA's Healthcare System Under Strain: South Africa's healthcare system is under strain, with many hospitals struggling to cope with the number of COVID-19 patients. [Source: TimesLive]