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World Service,17 Sep 2026,49 mins

Ninth woman's body found in South Africa

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Police in South Africa have confirmed the discovery of a ninth woman's body in just two months, amid growing concern over a string of unexplained deaths east of Johannesburg. We have the latest from our correspondent and speak to women in Johannesburg. A centuries-old manuscript widely considered among the most valuable and insightful depictions of Aztec civilisation is going on display in Mexico after almost 200 years abroad. Our global affairs reporter explains. The head of Microsoft's artificial intelligence division has said that everyone working in the field should make a public commitment to only developing systems that humans can control. We speak to our tech experts. Why does caffeine makes some people buzz - whilst others barely notice? Our health reporter explains, and we hear messages from listeners. Presenter: James Reynolds. (Photo: Members of the SAPS (South African Police Service) investigate at the scene where the body of one of the women was found dumped on the side of a road in Boksburg, Johannesburg, South Africa, 17 September 2026. Credit: Kim Ludbrook/EPA)

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