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Nairobi Faces Severe Flooding After Torrential Overnight Rains, Military Deployed for Rescue Efforts
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (195+ words) 7 March 2026, 01:46 WIB AVANDATIMES.COM " Kenya's capital, Nairobi, experienced widespread disruption and severe flooding overnight into Saturday, March 7, 2026, following a deluge of heavy rainfall. The intense downpour left numerous motorists stranded for extended periods as key roads became impassable, prompting the…...
Johannesburg Building Collapse Death Toll Reaches Nine, City Plans Demolition of Illegal Structure
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (448+ words) 4 March 2026, 21:00 WIB AVANDATIMES.COM " The death toll from a building collapse in Johannesburg, South Africa, has climbed to nine, emergency services confirmed Tuesday, as city authorities announced intentions to demolish the structure due to its illegal construction. Rescue teams continued…...
Markram Masterclass Propels South Africa to Dominant Victory Over New Zealand, Nearing T20 World Cup Super 8s
1+ week, 2+ day ago (412+ words) 25 February 2026, 18:01 WIB Markram's exceptional batting display was the cornerstone of South Africa's successful chase. He reached his half-century in a blistering 19 balls, setting a rapid pace that New Zealand bowlers struggled to contain. His innings, which included numerous boundaries, showcased…...
Cyclone Gezani Devastates Madagascar, Leaving 36 Dead and Thousands Homeless Amid Urgent Aid Calls
1+ week, 3+ day ago (335+ words) 24 February 2026, 16:18 WIB AVANDATIMES.COM " Cyclone Gezani has unleashed a 24-hour torrent of destruction across Madagascar, resulting in the deaths of at least 36 people, injuring over 370, and obliterating nearly 18,000 homes. The powerful tropical storm made landfall late Tuesday, February 10, 2026, causing widespread…...
South Africa Deploys Military to Combat Escalating Illegal Mining and Gang Violence Crisis
1+ week, 3+ day ago (322+ words) 24 February 2026, 16:03 WIB AVANDATIMES.COM " South Africa is deploying its national defense force to communities across the Gauteng and Western Cape provinces to confront rampant illegal mining and escalating gang violence. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the significant measure, characterizing organized crime…...
Dual-National Debuts Propel Mexico to 1-0 Win Over Panama, Breaking Lengthy Winless Streak
3+ week, 1+ day ago (379+ words) 12 February 2026, 16:45 WIB AVANDATIMES.COM " The Mexico national team successfully ended a six-match winless streak on January 22, 2026, securing a narrow 1-0 victory against Panama in a crucial World Cup warmup fixture. The decisive goal came late in the match, with American-born players…...