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Good morning, and welcome to Just a Moment News. I’m Erika, and today is August 2, 2023. Let’s dive into today’s headlines.

First up, we have a story about the Netball World Cup in Cape Town. The head of security is currently investigating thefts at team players’ hotels. Unfortunately, this incident has cast a dark cloud over the event, which has already been affected by petty crime and half-empty arenas…

Next, we have a report on a WhatsApp voice scam. Cybercriminals have discovered a way to clone voices and trick big businesses into giving up passwords or large sums of money. This is a concerning development that organizations need to be aware of and take precautions against…

Moving on, South Korea has raised its heat alert to the highest level due to sweltering weather. Temperatures over 38 degrees Celsius have been scorching parts of the country, prompting the interior and safety ministry to issue this warning. It’s the first time in four years that the alert has reached this level…

In technology news, Vumatel’s new venture, Vuma Key, is generating a lot of excitement. According to a top executive at parent company Maziv, Vuma Key is “probably the most exciting thing” Vumatel is doing. We’ll have to keep an eye on this development to see what it brings…

Greece has announced that it will offer a free week-long stay on Rhodes in 2024 to tourists whose vacations were cut short by the wildfires that ravaged the island in July. This gesture aims to compensate for the damage caused to homes and hotels, as well as the thousands of people who were forced to evacuate…

In West Africa, Niger has reopened its borders with several neighboring countries. This comes a week after a coup that has sent shockwaves across the Sahel region. Niger is one of the poorest and most unstable countries in the world, so this reopening is a significant step forward…

Shifting gears, a concerning story has emerged about Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s sons and their associates. It appears that these individuals have been living luxurious lives and securing lucrative tenders. The involvement of the Deputy President’s family raises questions about potential favoritism and corruption…

In a court case related to the murder of Senzo Meyiwa, a friend of the late footballer has testified that he initially thought the robbery was a joke. This supports the previous testimony of Zandie Khumalo-Gumede, who described the appearance of the gunman and his alleged accomplice. The trial continues…

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced that it will not be prosecuting ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula for his family trip to Dubai in 2016/2017. The NPA has found no evidence of criminality in its investigation. This development brings an end to the allegations surrounding Mbalula’s trip…

Lastly, we have a story from Kuwait, where scorching summers serve as a warning for our heating planet. Despite the extreme heat, life goes on, with shoppers strolling down promenades lined with palm trees and European-style boutiques. This serves as a reminder of the impact of climate change on our environment…

That’s all for today’s news. Stay informed, stay curious, and have a great day. This is Erika from Just a Moment News, signing off.

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