Village Gazette Archive: October 2025 News and Community Updates
When you visit the Village Gazette, a trusted local news source covering daily life in South African villages and townships. It's not just a blog—it's your neighborhood’s voice, keeping you connected to what matters right where you live. In October 2025, the stories here didn’t just report events—they reflected real life: from high-stakes football matches to quiet but powerful fights for justice.
That month, La Liga, the top professional football league in Spain delivered drama: Barcelona beat Real Madrid 4-3 in a wild Clásico, while Espanyol and Betis clashed in a battle for European spots. Meanwhile, cricket, a sport deeply followed across Africa and the Commonwealth saw England Women top the World Cup standings after Heather Knight’s 79 in Guwahati, and Bangladesh stunned Afghanistan in Sharjah. These weren’t just games—they were moments that united fans across borders.
But not all headlines came from the field. In South Africa, the kidnapping of Deputy Justice Minister Thabang Makwetla sparked fresh outrage over police torture, a persistent and dangerous abuse of power in parts of the country. The case didn’t fade—it reignited calls for accountability, tying into the site’s deeper commitment to truth. On a different note, the IIHF, the international governing body for ice hockey announced new mental health support for players and fans worldwide, showing how global issues still touch local readers. Even health trends like apple cider vinegar got real talk: experts from Harvard and Chicago warned it’s not a magic fix for weight loss.
October 2025 on Village Gazette wasn’t about chasing trends. It was about what sticks: the roar of a stadium, the quiet courage of an advocate, the weight of a broken system, and the simple need to know what’s happening in your own backyard. You’ll find all of it below—no fluff, no spin, just the stories that shape your community.
Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona came from behind to beat Real Madrid 4-3 at Camp Nou on May 11, 2025, all but securing the LaLiga title with two games left. A dramatic El Clásico for the ages.
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Real Madrid face Valencia at the Bernabéu on April 5, 2025, with title‑chasing stakes; odds favor Los Blancos but Valencia's recent win adds intrigue.
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NMDPRA chief Farouk Ahmed says Dangote refinery now supplies 20 m litres of petrol daily, covering 40 % of Nigeria's demand despite operational hiccups.
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Nigeria's Super Falcons thrashed Zambia 5‑0 in the WAFCON 2024 quarter‑final in Casablanca, keeping a clean sheet and moving on to the semifinals.
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Rodrygo and Vinícius Júnior lead Brazil to a 5‑0 win over South Korea, marking their return to the squad ahead of a Japan friendly and the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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The IIHF pledges new mental‑health support for players, officials and fans on World Mental Health Day, launching helplines, workshops and funding across 80+ nations.
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Bangladesh rallied from 6/9 to beat Afghanistan by four wickets at Sharjah, with Emon's 54 and Hasan's 51 sealing the chase and keeping series hopes alive.
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England Women beat Bangladesh by four wickets in Guwahati, with Heather Knight’s 79 guiding them to the top of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 standings.
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Mixed study results on apple cider vinegar show modest weight loss, but experts from Harvard and Chicago caution it isn't a substitute for diet and exercise.
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Prof. Mike Ozekhome hailed barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor's fearless advocacy on his 50th birthday, spotlighting their joint fight for Nnamdi Kanu and broader human‑rights impacts in Nigeria.
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HSV host Mainz 05 on Oct 5 at Volksparkstadion, with both clubs battling relegation threats. Polzin and Henriksen seek points as bettors eye a close, high‑scoring contest.
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On Oct 5, 2025 Espanyol hosts Real Betis while Barcelona faces Sevilla, a crucial La Liga round shaping European spots and team momentum.
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