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29+ min ago (219+ words) Cost remains a challenge for Starlink in Kenya. The standard hardware kit is priced at KES 49,900 (C$530/US$388), with monthly subscriptions at KES 6,500 (C$70/US$50). Meanwhile, Safaricom and Airtel are aggressively pushing 5G home routers costing as little as KES 3,000 (C$32/US$23), often paired with discounted installation and bundled streaming offers. To expand further, Starlink will need to scale network capacity faster, especially in Kenya's largest cities where user density previously caused congestion. The company has also begun offering Starlink Mini kits in some markets " a more affordable, portable solution " which could help reduce cost barriers when launched broadly. CEO Elon Musk has said Tesla will be shifting their standard range vehicles to lithium iron phosphate, or LFP batteries. Musk made the announcement yesterday on Twitter, citing a lack of nickel as one of [] Rivian reservation holders can now add a…...

34+ min ago (438+ words) Home " Botswana hands Letsile Tebogo new home for his Olympic triumph Botswana rewards Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo with a new three-bedroom home, celebrating his Paris 2024 triumph and reaffirming support" Botswana's sprint sensation Letsile Tebogo has officially received the new home promised to him after winning gold at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Botswana Athletics Association announced on Tuesday that Tebogo inspected his newly constructed three-bedroom house. This marked the fulfilment of the government's pledge to reward his historic 200m victory. The Association said Time Projects developed the house from the ground up after Tebogo personally chose the location and approved the architectural design. Construction kicked off following a groundbreaking ceremony in October 2024. The officials described it as the beginning of "an enduring legacy project for the young champion." Tebogo's achievements in Paris extended beyond the 200m gold medal. He benefited as part…...

36+ min ago (604+ words) Hardik Pandya made a memorable return to competitive cricket, scoring an unbeaten fifty and taking a crucial wicket as India secured a dominant 101-run victory over South Africa in the opening match of the five-match series on Tuesday. The win gave India a 1-0 lead in the series and led to South Africa's lowest-ever T20I total. Their previous lowest score was also against India, 87 all out in Rajkot in 2022. South Africa had pushed India onto the back foot by asking them to bat first on a challenging red-soil surface, but Pandya's commanding 59 not out off 28 balls rescued India from early trouble, allowing them to post a competitive total of 175/6. South Africa struggled on a pitch that demanded discipline, getting bowled out for a mere 74 in 12.3 overs as the Indian bowlers demonstrated relentless accuracy. Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy, and Axar Patel…...

38+ min ago (769+ words) Cuttack (Odisha) [India], December 9 (ANI): An all-round show from all-rounder Hardik Pandya on return and a fine show by pacers and spinners powered India to a 101-run win over South Africa in the first T20I at Cuttack on Tuesday. Also Read | IND Win By 101 Runs | India vs South Africa Highlights of 1st T20I 2025: Hardik Pandya, Bowlers Help India Secure Dominant Victory. Chasing 176, Proteas were off to a poor start as Quinton de Kock's poor T20I run continued, giving Abhishek Sharma an easy catch at slips. He was gone for a duck, with SA at 0/1 in 0.2 overs. Tristan Stubbs, who looked in a good touch with two boundaries against wicket-taker Arshdeep Singh, gave the Indian left-armer his second scalp in the third over as he nicked the ball straight into hands of Jitesh Sharma for a 9-ball 14. South Africa were 16/2 in 2.3 overs. Also Read | New…...

42+ min ago (160+ words) Home " India Crush South Africa by 101 Runs in Cuttack T20I India delivered a commanding performance in the first T20I at Cuttack Barabati Stadium, defeating South Africa by a massive 101 runs to go 1-0 up in the series. Hardik Pandya's explosive 59 off 28 balls set the tone, while India's bowlers produced a rare collective show " each of the six bowlers picked at least one wicket. The highlight came when Shivam Dube dismissed Lutho Sipamla with a short-of-length delivery outside off, the pull shot carrying to Abhishek at slip for a sharp catch. Jasprit Bumrah celebrated his 100th T20I wicket, while Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, and Axar Patel chipped in with crucial breakthroughs. South Africa, chasing 176, collapsed to their lowest-ever T20I total, undone by India's relentless attack. The victory not only broke India's Cuttack jinx but also showcased their depth and balance ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup....

46+ min ago (238+ words) Wednesday, 10 Dec 2025 CAPE TOWN, Dec. 9 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's National Treasury has raised 11.795 billion rand (about 692 million U.S. dollars) under the country's first Infrastructure and Development Finance Bond, a major step in boosting funding for priority public infrastructure. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the National Treasury, the auction attracted strong market interest, with bids exceeding 26 billion rand and achieving a 2.2-times subscription rate. Treasury said funds raised through the new bond will be used exclusively to finance projects under the government's Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI), a mechanism within the budget process that supports priority infrastructure through rigorous project screening for public funding eligibility. "During 2025, the government reconfigured the BFI to run four bid windows annually instead of just one. The four bid windows enable public institutions, including national departments, provinces, municipalities, and state-owned enterprises, to request funding for…...

47+ min ago (213+ words) Chennai, Dec 9 (PTI) England defeated Ireland 2-0 to finish ninth, while former champions and hockey powerhouse Australia beat South Africa 4-2 to finish 11th at the FIH Junior Men's World Cup here on Tuesday. In the ninth-10th place classification match, England rode on Kaden Draysey's (10th, 23rd minutes) brace to emerge winners. Australia, who won the title way back in 1997 in Milton Keynes scored through Duncan Jackson (22nd minute), Patrick Andrew (35th), Dylan Brick (51st) and Matthew Hawthorne (55th). South Africa's goals were scored by Jaydon Brooker (30th) and Litha Kraai (57th). Earlier in the day, Malaysia defeated Japan 3-0 in a shoot-out in the 13-14th classification match after both the sides were tied 1-1 at the end of regulation time. Azimuddin Kamaruddin gave Malaysia the lead in the 29th minute which was cancelled out by Shun Hara in the 53rd minute. In the shoot-out, Danish Khairil, Addy Jazmi Jamlus and Adam Johari scored for Malaysia,…...

54+ min ago (315+ words) TotalEnergies said Tuesday it had reached a deal to become a partner in the Mopane oil field off the coast of Namibia, where exploration remains underway. The deal with Galp will see TotalEnergies joining the Portuguese firm as an operator as more exploration wells are drilled in view to develop the field for production. "The transaction positions TotalEnergies as the operator of the two largest oil discoveries in Namibia and opens the way for the development of a major producing hub, generating long-term value for the country and partners," the French firm said in a statement. Galp said last year it estimated the Mopane field could contain at least 10 billion barrels of oil. The deal will see TotalEnergies take a 40 percent stake in the petroleum exploration licence that includes Mopane. Galp will retain a 40 percent stake, alongside the Namibian national…...

1+ hour ago (902+ words) The pitch, unlike some of the flat decks we have been seeing in T20Is in recent times, the track in Cuttack had something on offer for the bowlers. South Africa, hoping for dew to help them, opted to bowl first. And the decision seemed to be a great one at first, as Shubman Gill fell in the first over. The Indian vice-captain was soon followed by the Indian skipper as they were left reeling at 17 for two in 2.4 overs. Tilak Verma and Abhishek Sharma had to toil it out to ensure India got to 40 in the powerplay. Abhishek's stay was ended soon after by Ngidi, who got his third wicket and Jansen got his second catch of the night. IND vs SA 1st T20I: Highlights | Scorecard Tilak and Axar's 30-run stand steadied the ship, but India lacked the momentum they needed. Tilak's wicket…...

1+ hour, 6+ min ago (268+ words) On the occasion of the 40th SAARC Charter Day, Secretary General Golam Sarwar highlighted the significant strides made by the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). He called for member states to reflect on past successes and renew efforts to energize the organization's objectives. SAARC: Reflecting on 40 Years of Regional Unity SAARC Secretary General Golam Sarwar emphasized the progress made by the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation over 40 years, urging member nations to recommit to furthering regional unity. Despite challenges since 2016, efforts continue to renew SAARC's mission. On the occasion of the 40th SAARC Charter Day, Secretary General Golam Sarwar highlighted the significant strides made by the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). He called for member states to reflect on past successes and renew efforts to energize the organization's objectives. SAARC, including nations like India, Bangladesh, and Sri…...