Lion drags and kills woman out of car window in South African Safari park

Hungry and free lions of the African Lion Safari Park

In a bizarre incident, an American female tourist was dragged out of the car window and killed by a lion in the South African lion safari.

The SUV of the ill fated American tourist

Despite instructions to keep the windows closed, the 22 years old ill fated tourist ignored the warning that led her to her tragic death at the hands of a hungry lion.

The African guard accompanying her was also seriusoly injured when he tried to save the American from being mauled by the lion.

It's the third big cat attack at the safari park in four months.

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Pakistan beat South Africa in crucial ICC World Cup match

Pakistan's wicket keeper declared man of the match for 49 runs and six impressive catches [Photo: PTV Sport screen shot]

In a sensational crucial match of the on going ICC World Cup cricket match at Auckland, Pakistan beat South Africa by 29 runs.

Pakistan's Sarfraz Ahmed was the man besides the bowlers to bring victory to Pakistan. He is the first Pakistan keeper to take six dismissals in an ODI innings. He equals the record in all ODIs which has now happened 15 times.

Sarfraz Ahmed is also named man of the match after scoring 49 off as many balls and taking six catches behind the stumps.

Pakistan are now behind South Africa on run-rate, both have six points from five matches, West Indies on four from five and Ireland on four from three.

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South Africa's First Black President Nelson Mandela dies

It is a black day for the South Africa and freedom lovers all over the world as South Africa's first black president Nelson Mandela dies in Johannesburg at the age of 95.

The announcement of Mandela's death was made by President Jacob Zuma.

Mr Mandela remained 27 years in the prison to fight the freedom for the balck people of hios country from the cruel Aparthied white regime.

The Nobel Peace Prize laureate was one of the world's most revered statesmen after preaching reconciliation despite being imprisoned for 27 years.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, said he was "not only an amazing gift to humankind, he made South Africans and Africans feel good about being who we are. He made us walk tall. God be praised."

Many a world leader have expressed their sorrow and grief on Mr Mandela's death.

South Africans have gathered outside the home of Nelson Mandela in Johannesburg, singing and chanting slogans to celebrate his life

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon said he was "a giant for justice and a down-to-earth human inspiration".

US President Barack Obama, himself the first black president of the USA, said Mr Mandela achieved more than could be expected of any man.

UK Prime Minister David Cameron also paid tribute, saying "a great light has gone out in the world".

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Dragged Mozambican taxi driver handcuffed to police van dies in South Africa

You may not believe it but this gory indcident happened right infront of the bystanders in full day light - and no one helped.

Screen shot of the dragged driver behind police van

A video footage taken by a bystander shows a 27 old Mozambican taxi driver, allegedly handcuffed to the back of a police van and dragged through the streets in Daveyton, east of Johannesburg.

The video shows a large crowd gathering, as uniformed policemen tie him to a van, dragging him as they drive away. Two policemen are seen holding the dragged driver by his feet - but when the van sped, they left him being dragged on the road. He was later taken into custody, where he died, local media report.

The driver was only accused of parking his vehicle incorrectly.

The opposition Democratic Alliance party (DA) called for the officers involved to be suspended and for a thorough investigation to be carried out.

"The fact that it was police who were the vigilantes in this case shows that we cannot trust the [South African Police Service] to uphold the law," said provincial parliamentarian Kate Lorimer, AFP reports.

It may be added that there was outrage last August when police shot dead 34 striking miners at the Marikana platinum mine in South Africa's North West province.

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Pakistan beat South Africa by Two Wickets in Super Eights match of ICC T20I

Those who saw the ICC T20I cricket match between Pakistan and South Africa Friday today at Colombo, Sri Lanka would remember it for their lives, for it was such a hair raising match that came to be finished by a combination of a lone warrior from batting side and the bowlers.

The Umers Square: Umer Akmal (left) and Umer Gul (right) brought victory yo Pakistan

Having restricted the South Africans to mere 131 runs, Pakistan looked confidant to chase the target comfortable and with much ease. And they started off pretty well, till Imran Nazir was caught fro 14. And from then on, there was no ending. The uncertain batsmen crumbled one after the other and at the start of 12 th over, most of the Pakistan batting order had crumbled for 63/5. And then came Afridi, who everyone thought would play for victory. But he lived to his traditional uncertainity and was caugth just in front of the ropes for a big ZERO.

It was in the 14th over that Umar Gul joined Umar Akmal when Pakistan was down 76/7 and everyone in the arena was getting up to leave, and perhaps so many viewers watching TV too. But then both Umer combination clicked. Umer Gul hit three mighty sixes to bring life and sensation to a losing match for Pakistan. Umer Gul's valuable 32 runs by the end of 19th over had brought total to 125/8. 

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The last over saw another six from Akmal and an unbelievable four from Saeed Ajmal that brought victory to Pakistan. What a sensational ending and what a superb performance by Umar Akmal and Gul that made the difference. Pakistan won by two wickets with just two balls remaining.

Naturally, Gul deserved to be the man of the match who took out Pakistan from a crisis situation by his magnifiencet performance. "I must thank to my coach. I told Akmal that we should stay at the crease, the flick is my favourite shot," said Gul afterwards.

But for the remaining matches, Pakistan batsmen need to play responsibly lest their uncertain performance harm Pakistan.

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South Africa's president Jacob Zuma about to marry for the sixth time

Good times for the world's most prominent polygamist: South Africa's president Jacob Zuma is about to marry for the sixth time.

The presidential team's take on the event seems fairly low-key, and not just because they've been through it all five times before.

The wedding is just "formalizing" the relationship, a spokesman says: long-term fiancée Gloria Bongi Ngema already shares First Lady-like duties, such as accompanying the president on official trips, with Mr Zuma's three other current wives.

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Nelson Mandela: A journey from hearts to Currency Notes

Nelson Mandela, who changed the course for millions of South Africans, will now have his face featured on all South Africa’s bank notes to honour the former president’s role in fighting apartheid, President Jacob Zuma said on Saturday.      

He lived in the hearts - he will now be seen on currency notes

The announcement coincides with the 22nd anniversary of Mandela’s release from prison after serving 27 years in jail for his opposition to white-only rule.

“It is a befitting tribute to a man who became a symbol of this country’s struggle for freedom, human rights and democracy,” Zuma said.

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