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Australian batting 'stronger' despite repeat South Africa collapses

Australia's batting flopped in the final two Tests in South Africa, but coach Andrew McDonald says the output from new faces means it is in a better spot.

Australian batting 'stronger' despite repeat South Africa collapses

South Africa has recorded 20 political-linked murders and 139 election crime cases as the country heads to the local government elections on November 4. Deputy National Commissioner for Policing, Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, disclosed these figures during a media briefing, expressing concern over the high number of murders involving political representatives, party members, and supporters, with only seven arrests made in connection with the killings.

Security authorities are intensifying operations to prevent political violence, voter intimidation, and disruptions at polling stations, given the ongoing law enforcement efforts to investigate reported offences and ensure that perpetrators are brought before the courts.

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