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Month: October 2026
Black News Oct 12, 2026Ramaphosa announces land for black farmers
News Ramaphosa says 2.5 million hectares being released to black farmers Ramaphosa says 2.5 million hectares being released to black farmers President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is releasing approximately 2.5 million hectares of state-owned land to black farmers as part of efforts to expand commercial farming, create jobs and address inequalities in South Africa’s agricultural sector.
Black News Oct 12, 2026The Institutional Runaround: How Municipalities Stall Predominantly Black Towns—and How to Break the Loop
The ‘runaround’ is not accidental confusion; it is an intentional administrative exhaustion tactic used by government authorities and utility monopolies to pass blame in circles. Here is how it stalls predominantly Black towns, along with six tactical rules for citizens to break the loop.
Breaking News Oct 12, 2026Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home searched by federal agents in criminal probe
Federal agents searched Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home in Washington, D.C., on Monday morning, according to two people familiar with the investigation.
Economics Oct 12, 2026Fuel Price Watch — Midday, October 12, 2026: Diesel $6.27, Regular $4.36
Midday update — national averages: regular $4.36, mid-grade $4.85, premium $5.25, diesel $6.27, WTI crude $96.24/bbl — plus what’s actually driving prices and real, cited ways to cut your own fuel costs.
Consumer Rights Oct 12, 2026RCSO Warns Residents of Rehab Scam Targeting Families
The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam involving a company that promises to help get incarcerated loved ones into rehab.
Crime & Justice Oct 12, 2026ICE Watch: Mississippi Valley State player remains in ICE custody after visa expired
Magnolia Tribune reported Oct. 12 that a Mississippi Valley State University basketball player, Qingfang Pang, remains in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement after his student visa expired.
Black News Oct 12, 2026Ramaphosa says government releasing 2,5 million hectares to black farmers
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is releasing approximately 2,5 million hectares of state-owned land to black farmers, as he calls for greater access to finance, training and agricultural support.








