7 h. ago Africa’s Health Systems Buckle as US Cuts Trigger Malaria, Cholera, and Vaccine Crises

The abrupt withdrawal of US health funding under President Donald Trump’s administration is dismantling health systems across Africa, leaving millions vulnerable as diseases like malaria, cholera, and mpox surge. In Nigeria’s Borno state — which accounts for a third of global malaria deaths — dozens of clinics have closed, leaving unemployed nurses like Musa Adamu… Read More »Africa’s Health Systems Buckle as US Cuts Trigger Malaria, Cholera, and Vaccine Crises The post Africa’s Health Systems Buckle as US Cuts Trigger Malaria, Cholera, and Vaccine Crises first appeared on iAfrica.

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27 h. ago Ramosadi mourns child’s death linked to suspected food poisoning

Ramosadi community mourns child’s death linked to food possibly laced with pesticide.

Society

55 h. ago Two NW girls die after allegedly eating snacks from a spaza shop

Reports say the girls bought snacks at a local tuck shop in Ramosadi village.

Politics

3 d. ago Mpumalanga community accuse mining company of forceful evictions

They allege the company has forcefully grabbed a gold mine plant on a farm

Events

4 d. ago Hlabisa to table report on deadly poison used by spaza shops, farmers

Hlabisa spoke to the media after visiting an eight-year-old boy admitted to Baragwanath Hospital.

Events

4 d. ago ‘Best medical care afforded to boy who consumed contaminated snacks’

This morning's visit comes weeks after spaza shop owners were ordered to register their businesses.

Politics

4 d. ago Decision to evict 1 500 NSFAS funded students in Mpumalanga expected

NSFAS owes rent for more than 1500 students which was due on Wednesday.

Politics

7 d. ago Community, spaza shop owners gather in Soweto to get info on funding

Many say they are there to gain more information on how they can benefit from the money.

Politics

7 d. ago Soweto residents march for justice, want action in learner rape case

The march began at a Mall with women making up the majority of the protesters

Politics

7 d. ago African leaders gather to address pressing peace and security issues

According to the APRM, 80 million children are affected by the conflicts on the continent

Politics

8 d. ago Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods

As water levels surge past dangerous thresholds, business owners along the Vaal River are speaking out, demanding action from the government to protect their livelihoods. On Sunday, the Department of Water and Sanitation opened a fifth sluice gate at the Vaal Dam, raising fears of widespread destruction. The move comes after the dam reached a… Read More »Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods The post Vaal River Flooding Crisis: Business Owners Demand Action as Evacuations Threaten Livelihoods first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

8 d. ago WATA calls on govt to address taxi wars following fatal shooting

Three men believed to be taxi marshals were shot dead in Mofolo Central, Soweto, this morning.

Events

8 d. ago Three men killed in a shooting incident Mofolo Central, Soweto

The three men killed in the shooting are believed to taxi marshals.

Events

1 week ago Pension Fund Act breached in over four Northern Cape Municipalities

Northern Cape municipalities are violating the Pension Fund Act by withholding third-party payments.

Politics

1 week ago SA launches R440bn transmission plan, eyes private sector funding

The 10-year plan aims to construct 14 000 km of transmission lines through PPP.

Politics

1 week ago Khunotswane residents struggle as floods worsen, plead for help

The community is calling for urgent intervention from the relevant authorities

Events

1 week ago EC education dept. rescinds decision to deregister ‘Cwecwe’s school’

Last week, Education MEC, Fundile Gade, issued a notice to deregister the school.

Politics

1 week ago Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign

Sophie Chandauka, chair of Sentebale, the African charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has accused the Duke of orchestrating a bullying campaign to oust her. In an interview, she claimed Harry’s Netflix commitments disrupted a fundraising effort for the charity and that the behavior of Harry’s wife, Meghan, at the same event created tension between herself… Read More »Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign The post Charity Chair Accuses Prince Harry of Spearheading Bullying Campaign first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part

One of Cape Town’s most beloved fundraising events will once again take place on Table Mountain in May. The Cableway Charity Challenge 2025 is scheduled for Saturday 10 May 2025, and hosts and organisers, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (TMACC), calls you to be a part of the action by cheering on participants, pledging your support… Read More »Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part The post Cableway Charity Challenge Returns And Table Mountain Cableway Invites The Public To Take Part first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Enyobeni Tavern owner denies responsibility in Scenery Park incident

Ndevu has been accused of failing to ensure the safety of patrons on the day of the tragedy

Politics