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Pakistan Cricket Team’s Tour of South Africa to Begin Tuesday

Pakistan Cricket Team

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s cricket team is set to kick off its South Africa tour on Tuesday with the first match scheduled at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban. The tour includes three T20Is, three ODIs, and two Test matches. Fresh from a successful series against Zimbabwe, the Pakistan squad has arrived in Durban under the leadership of Mohammad … Read more

South Africa Unveils T20I Squad for Pakistan Tour

South Africa

South Africa’s T20I Squad Announced for Pakistan Series. Heinrich Klaasen was confirmed as captain for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan. Regular skipper Aiden Markram is currently in the Test series against Sri Lanka. South Africa has confirmed Heinrich Klaasen as captain for the upcoming T20I series against Pakistan, as regular skipper Aiden Markram is … Read more

Pakistan-SA Counter Terrorism Joint Exercise Iqbal-I concludes

Pakistan

RAWALPINDI: The two-week long Pakistan-South Africa Joint Exercise Iqbal-I in Counter Terrorism domain was conducted between the Armies of Pakistan and Republic of South Africa at Cherat that had concluded after the closing ceremony was held.

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR),  two weeks long exercise commenced on 15 October 2024 where two Combat Teams from Special Services Group, Pakistan Army and Republic of South Africa Special Forces participated in the Exercise.

The Commandant Special Operation School, attended the closing ceremony as Chief Guest. Colonel SS Lechoenyo, Chief of Staff Republic of South Africa Special Forces also witnessed the Closing Ceremony.

The troop displayed highest standards of professional excellence during the conduct.

The Exercise was aimed at refining the drills, procedures and techniques involved in CT operations through joint training, besides harnessing the historic military to military relations among the friendly countries.

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Huawei Cloud Sees Quick Business Growth in South Africa

Huawei Cloud

JOHANNESBURG: Huawei Cloud has experienced rapid growth in South Africa over the past five years and plans to introduce additional cloud solutions to increase its market share and boost revenue, a company executive announced on Thursday. The rising demand for faster computing from South African businesses and the government has attracted major cloud providers to … Read more

95 Libyans deported by South Africa after being found at military camp

95 Libyans deported by South Africa after being found at military camp

The men were detained since a raid on July 26, when they were suspected of receiving military training. The case was initially charged with violating immigration rules but was dropped due to insufficient evidence. The South African National Prosecuting Authority will continue to enforce immigration laws. The South African home affairs ministry announced that 95 … Read more

South Africa dismisses charges against 95 Libyans from Illegal military camp

South Africa dismisses charges against 95 Libyans from Illegal military camp

The National Prosecuting Authority stated there was insufficient evidence to prosecute the men. The men were charged with violating the country’s immigration laws. Their lawyers expect the men to be deported back to Libya within 48 hours. South African prosecutors withdrew charges against 95 Libyan nationals on Thursday. The men had been arrested last month … Read more

95 Libyans detained by South African police at suspected military camp

95 Libyans detained by South African police at suspected military camp

South African authorities arrested 95 Libyans at a farm in Mpumalanga, allegedly converted into a military training base. The men, all Libyan nationals, were reportedly linked to harassment complaints lodged by local residents. The men entered the country in April, claiming to be training for security guards, but violated their visa. South African authorities rounded … Read more

Sunita Marshall and Hassan Ahmed’s thrilling Safari adventure in South Africa

Sunita Marshall and Hassan Ahmed's thrilling Safari adventure in South Africa

Sunita Marshall, a Pakistani model and actor, has a strong social media presence. Hassan Ahmed, a notable TV actor, has starred in “Baby Baji,” “Aangan,” and “Mushk.” The couple is parents to two talented children. Sunita Marshall and Hassan Ahmed are an adorable celebrity couple with a strong social media presence and a devoted fan … Read more

Pakistan lost first match of World Championship of Legends 2024

Pakistan lost first match of World Championship of Legends 2024

Pakistan lost to South Africa. Pakistan set target of 211. Pakistan already qualified for semis. In the World Championship of Legends 2024, Pakistan faced their initial setback against South Africa at Northampton’s County Ground on Monday. The team, led by Younis Khan, was unable to protect a target of 211 runs, with South Africa reaching … Read more

Shaheen Afridi believes India deserved to win T20 World Cup

Shaheen Afridi believes India deserved to win T20 World Cup

Shaheen Afridi believes India deserved to win. He acknowledged India and South Africa’s performances. Six Indian players made it to the Team of the Tournament. Shaheen Afridi, the fast bowler from Pakistan, expressed that India was the rightful champion of the T20 World Cup 2024, citing their performance in the final against South Africa in … Read more

Virat Kohli announces retirement from T20I cricket after World Cup win

Virat Kohli announces retirement from T20I cricket after World Cup win

Virat Kohli announced retirement from T20I cricket. Kohli scored a crucial 76 runs in the final. South Africa lost the final by seven runs. Virat Kohli, the seasoned Indian cricketer, has declared his departure from T20I cricket following India’s victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup against South Africa. At 35 years of age, Kohli … Read more

India crowned T20 World Cup 2024 champions for second time

India crowned T20 World Cup 2024 champions for second time

India wins their second T20 World Cup title. Hardik Pandya took crucial wickets. Maharaj and Nortje took two wickets each. In a nail-biting final at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, India clinched their second T20 World Cup title by narrowly defeating South Africa with a seven-run lead. With this victory, India now stands alongside England … Read more

T20 World Cup 2024: Weather update ahead of IND vs SA final

T20 World Cup 2024: Weather update ahead of IND vs SA final

The T20 World Cup 2024 final featuring India and South Africa in Barbados today might encounter disruptions due to potential rainfall. AccuWeather forecasts a significant likelihood of rain impacting the game at Kensington Oval. The game is officially slated from 10:30am to 1:20pm local time, but could extend until 4:50pm, considering the weather. Below is … Read more

Virat Kohli poised for comeback in T20 World Cup final, Says Panesar

Virat Kohli poised for comeback in T20 World Cup final, Says Panesar

Virat Kohli is struggling in T20 World Cup. Kohli’s poor form contrasts with his previous performances. Rohit Sharma expresses confidence in Kohli’s ability. In the ongoing T20 World Cup, India’s seasoned batsman Virat Kohli has been struggling to find his rhythm, accumulating just 75 runs across seven innings. At 35 years of age, Kohli managed … Read more

India vs South Africa: Aiden Markram eyes T20 World Cup title

India vs South Africa: Aiden Markram eyes T20 World Cup title

Aiden Markram is confident about South Africa’s chances in final against India. South Africa aims to overcome past tournament disappointments. Markram believes the close wins have boosted team morale. Aiden Markram, the skipper of South Africa, holds a firm belief in his team’s ability to triumph under any circumstance in the upcoming final against India … Read more

South Africa set new record for most consecutive wins in T20 World Cups

South Africa set new record for most consecutive wins in T20 World Cups

South Africa beats West Indies to secure historic 7th consecutive win. The Proteas advanced to semifinals for the first time since 2014. Tabraiz Shamsi was named Player of the Match for his 3-wicket haul. In a historic achievement, South Africa set a new record with their victory against the West Indies on Monday at the … Read more

T20 World Cup 2024: Proteas thrashes Nepal in nail-biting match

T20 World Cup 2024: Proteas thrashes Nepal in nail-biting match

South Africa beats Nepal by 1 run. Nepal fell short of South Africa’s 116-run target. South Africa advanced to the Super 8 stage. In a nail-biting T20 World Cup 2024 match at Arnos Vale Ground, South Africa narrowly defeated Nepal by one run. Nepal was close to reaching South Africa’s 116-run target but faltered towards … Read more

South Africa: Rescuers make contact with 11 people in collapsed building

South Africa: Rescuers make contact with 11 people in collapsed building

Emergency workers manually removed concrete blocks and debris, with some moments of silence being false alarms. Three additional deaths were reported, with two individuals succumbing to injuries. Authorities cordoned off the site from the public, but many people remain in shock and disbelief. Rescuers in South Africa reported hearing from 11 additional survivors in the … Read more

South Africa: Tragic bus crash killed 45 people, 8-year-old boy only survivor left

South Africa: Tragic bus crash killed 45 people, 8-year-old boy only survivor left

A bus carrying worshippers to an Easter festival in South Africa crashed off a bridge, causing at least 45 deaths. The bus, carrying worshippers, was traveling from Botswana to Moria, a popular Easter pilgrimage site. The driver lost control and was among the deceased. In South Africa on Thursday, a bus carrying worshippers en route … Read more

Thousands of South African students stranded as ‘Dysfunctional’ colleges banned

Thousands of South African students stranded as 'Dysfunctional' colleges banned

The closure will affect over 13,000 students, with some stranded without accommodation. The Department of Higher Education and Training has been deregistering the institutions since July 2023. Parents are demanding answers and refunds for the year’s tuition fees. Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande has ordered the closure of four private colleges in South Africa, describing … Read more

South Africa’s U19 Cricket Captain Ousted Over Pro-Israel Remarks

South Africa's U19 Cricket Captain Ousted Over Pro-Israel Remarks

South Africa removes U19 captain Teeger for pro-Israel stance. Security concerns cited by Cricket South Africa. Pro-Palestine protests fuel controversy. South Africa has removed its Under-19 cricket captain, David Teeger, just a week before the commencement of the home World Cup, following his expressions of support for Israel. Teeger, who was set to lead the … Read more

WTC woes: Former England star slams championship for hurting Test cricket

WTC woes: Former England star slams championship for hurting Test cricket

Mark Butcher criticizes the World Test Championship. He claims the WTC has made Test cricket worse. Butcher’s comments raise concerns about the future of Test cricket. Mark Butcher, a former English player, declared that the World Test Championship (WTC), which is held every two years, has worsened Test cricket. Up to seven players without caps … Read more

SA vs IND Cape Town Test Sets Record as Shortest-Ever Completed

SA vs IND Cape Town Test Sets Record as Shortest-Ever Completed

Cape Town Test: Shortest-ever completed, 642 balls. India levels series with 7-wicket win in 12 overs. Markram’s 106, Bumrah’s 6-wicket haul highlight intense match. Cape Town witnessed cricketing history as the second Test match between South Africa and India concluded in a mere 642 balls, making it the shortest-ever completed Test match in terms of … Read more

Sachin Tendulkar lauds Mohammed Siraj for his stellar performance against South Africa

Sachin Tendulkar lauds Mohammed Siraj for his stellar performance against South Africa

Mohammed Siraj shines with 6 wickets for 15 runs. Tendulkar praises Siraj’s performance on social media. South Africa’s 55 is their lowest ever Test score against India. The great Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar praised bowler Muhammad Siraj on the first day of the second Test in Cape Town on Wednesday, following the latter’s outstanding performance. … Read more

Key players return as New Zealand announces T20I squad against Pakistan

Key players return as New Zealand announces T20I squad against Pakistan

New Zealand announced its T20I squad against Pakistan. Henry returns from a hamstring injury. William will not play the third match. With the smooth recovery of Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson from their respective ailments, as well as the return of Devon Conway and Kane Williamson from periods of rest, New Zealand has chosen a … Read more