4 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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5 h. ago “Lack of critical skills contributing to ailing municipalities”

Dr Msizi Myeza says the local government's failure to expand infrastructure exacerbating the crisis

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23 h. ago Hawks national head reflects on achievements ahead of retirement

Lebeya reflects on arrests, convictions, and dismantling criminal syndicates during tenure.

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53 h. ago It’s dangerous to pretend budget talks benefit S Africans: Analyst

The ANC has been holding talks with its Government of National Unity partners.

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3 d. ago DA Calls Budget Talks with ANC ‘Constructive,’ Reiterates Opposition to VAT Hike

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has described its recent meeting with the African National Congress (ANC) regarding the ongoing budget impasse as constructive. In a brief statement, DA federal council chairperson Helen Zille said that negotiating teams from both parties engaged in robust but respectful discussions. The meeting follows heightened tensions last week when the DA… Read More »DA Calls Budget Talks with ANC ‘Constructive,’ Reiterates Opposition to VAT Hike The post DA Calls Budget Talks with ANC ‘Constructive,’ Reiterates Opposition to VAT Hike first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row

The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have sharply criticized US President Donald Trump for citing disputed claims about South Africa’s domestic policies as justification for his potential absence from the upcoming G20 summit. Trump took to his Truth Social platform on Saturday, voicing reluctance to attend the international gathering. He referenced controversial allegations of genocide against… Read More »EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row The post EFF Condemns Trump’s “Disingenuous” South Africa Claims Amid G20 Summit Row first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 d. ago Trump’s “white genocide” narrative casts doubt on G20 attendance

Trump also linked his post to a video sequence of EFF Leader Julius Malema.

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3 d. ago EFF intensifies fight to dismantle Orania after failed talks

EFF vows to march on April 22, calls for Orania’s abolishment after talks end without agreement.

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4 d. ago Antonelli hopes to talk ‘Kimi to Kimi’ with iceman Raikkonen

The Italian, 18, has said he was not named after the Finn.

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5 d. ago Congo government, M23 rebel delegations in Doha for talks: Sources

A Congolese government source cautioned that any resolution of the conflict would take months.

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5 d. ago Over 1 500 NSFAS students in Mpumalanga face eviction over rent

The landlords allege that NSFAS has failed to honour their payments,

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6 d. ago ‘Fight against transnational organised crime must be prioritised’

Transnational organised crime includes human trafficking and weapons smuggling in South Africa.

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7 d. ago Ramaphosa urges fight against corruption, calls for holistic policing

President Ramaphosa has urged police members to distance themselves from corrupt activities

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7 d. ago Dollar falls as prospect of tariff talks calms global markets

On Tuesday the euro was last up 0.3% at $1.0931, down from an earlier rise of more than 0.7%

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7 d. ago SAPS, BACSA partner to boost security and fight crime together

The SAPS have signed a partnership with BACSA to improve security measures in several sectors

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1 week ago System failures by NHBRC led to George building collapse: Simelane

The collapse, which took place during construction, caused 34 deaths and dozens of injuries.

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1 week ago DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebels are set to hold direct peace talks on April 9 in Doha, the capital of Qatar. This development marks a significant step toward resolving one of Africa’s most devastating conflicts. The meeting, facilitated by Qatar, is the first direct negotiation between the parties involved in… Read More »DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha The post DRC and M23 Rebels Agree to First Direct Peace Talks in Doha first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup

DRC President Felix Tshisekedi commuted the death sentences of three Americans convicted of participating in a failed coup attempt to life imprisonment, days ahead of a high-level US delegation visit. The men—Marcel Malanga, Tyler Thompson Jr., and Benjamin Reuben Zalman-Polun—were among 37 convicted after attempting to storm the presidential palace and the residence of politician… Read More »Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup The post Tshisekedi Grants Clemency to Americans Convicted in Failed Coup first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition

The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa is experiencing significant strain after the Democratic Alliance (DA) opposed the recently proposed national budget, leading to questions about the party’s role within the coalition. The DA’s rejection of the budget, primarily due to disagreements over a proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase, has intensified existing… Read More »GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition The post GNU Faces Crisis As Presidency Questions DA’s Commitment Following Budget Opposition first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago China, EU agree to restart talks on minimum price on Chinese EVs

Now facing 54% tariffs on exports to the US, the world's No. 2 economy China vowed countermeasures

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