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Wilbur Smith: Popular Zambian-born author dies aged 88

14 November 2021 by Alan

Cape Town in the news:

  • Wilbur Smith: Popular Zambian-born author dies aged 88: International best-selling author Wilbur Smith has died at his home in Cape Town at the age of 88, his publisher has announced. He passed away on Saturday afternoon with his wife, Niso, by his side, a …: “Cape Town” – BingNews
  • Salah’s Egypt through to World Cup qualifying play-offs: Egypt went through to Africa’s World Cup qualifying play-offs on Friday after fighting back from 2-0 down for a 2-2 draw in Angola. The point ensured Egypt won Group F with a game to spare and denied …: “Cape Town” – BingNews
  • How South Africa’s ‘Black Mermaid’ Is Expanding Ocean Inclusivity: She takes children from disadvantaged backgrounds to the Windmill Beach in Cape Town, where she gives them lessons in swimming and teaches basic snorkeling techniques. Ndlovu is also trying to help …: “Cape Town” – BingNews
  • Legendary novelist Wilbur Smith dies aged 88, says publisher: Internationally acclaimed author Wilbur Smith has died in South Africa aged 88, his publisher announced Saturday. “Global bestselling author Wilbur Smith died unexpectedly this afternoon at his Cape …: “Cape Town” – BingNews

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