5 h. ago Gift of the Givers hands out food and aid in WC ahead of Ramadan

Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide where they are encouraged to increase support for the poor

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25 h. ago Expert Warns Africa’s Medical Systems Could Collapse Within Years

Dr. Githinji Gitahi, CEO of Amref Health Africa, warns that Africa’s health system could collapse in the coming years due to a surge in chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs). He stated that foreign aid is traditionally focused on infectious diseases, leaving NCDs like diabetes, cancer, and hypertension to increase unchecked. Consequently, NCDs now claim a larger… Read More »Expert Warns Africa’s Medical Systems Could Collapse Within Years The post Expert Warns Africa’s Medical Systems Could Collapse Within Years first appeared on iAfrica.

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51 h. ago Carling Black Label and PSL join hands in the fight against GBV

Aims at harnessing the power of football to drive meaningful change in the fight against GBV

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61 h. ago Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal

South Africa’s AGOA trade deal, a vital gateway to the US market, faces renewed uncertainty amid aggressive policies from President Donald Trump’s administration. The US has threatened to cut aid over South Africa’s controversial land reform law and its legal challenge against Israel, raising fears that the nation’s tariff-free exports—especially in the automotive, fruit, and… Read More »Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal The post Trump’s Policies and Potential Risks to South Africa’s AGOA Deal first appeared on iAfrica.

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5 d. ago 10 cases of hand, foot and mouth disease confirmed in East London

The affected children are between the ages of three and six years old.

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6 d. ago Youth Unemployment and Inflation Stifle Africa’s Economic Growth and Stability

Africa’s young population faces high unemployment and inflation, stifling economic progress. Despite better education, many struggle to secure stable jobs, forcing them into informal work or multiple side hustles. Rising costs, especially for food, erode purchasing power, limiting consumer spending and slowing economic growth. Frustration with poor governance discourages investment, while political instability further deters… Read More »Youth Unemployment and Inflation Stifle Africa’s Economic Growth and Stability The post Youth Unemployment and Inflation Stifle Africa’s Economic Growth and Stability first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Wits, SRC to support deserving students with housing and aid

According to Wits management over 97% of undergraduate students have been registered.

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7 d. ago USAID freeze sows disruption in HIV, malaria product supply chains

Freezing the aid has caused delays in shipments of HIV and malaria medication to countries in need.

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7 d. ago Lamola Expresses Optimism as South Africa Leads G20 Amid Global Tensions

South Africa’s Minister of International Relations, Ronald Lamola, expressed confidence that the country’s G20 presidency can drive substantive progress in addressing pressing global challenges. He opened the first G20 foreign ministers’ meeting on Thursday at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg, highlighting pivotal issues such as global economic growth, food and energy security, and climate… Read More »Lamola Expresses Optimism as South Africa Leads G20 Amid Global Tensions The post Lamola Expresses Optimism as South Africa Leads G20 Amid Global Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

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9 d. ago Uganda opposition politician, aid sent back to maximum prison

The opposition politician has been on hunger strike for over a week now.

Events

9 d. ago No EU Lifeline: Africa Forced to Find Alternatives After USAID Cuts

The European Union has stated it cannot make up the shortfall caused by the US’s suspension of aid across sub-Saharan Africa. Although the EU remains committed to its own humanitarian programs, officials admit that the scale of the deficit—left by the Trump administration’s 90-day halt of USAID spending—far exceeds their capacity to respond. This abrupt… Read More »No EU Lifeline: Africa Forced to Find Alternatives After USAID Cuts The post No EU Lifeline: Africa Forced to Find Alternatives After USAID Cuts first appeared on iAfrica.

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1 week ago KZN officials host hand, foot and mouth workshops for principals

One hundred and seventeen cases of the viral infection have been recorded in just over a week.

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