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Honolulu Judge Dismisses Wrongful Death Lawsuit in 2021 Police Shooting

A Honolulu judge dismissed a wrongful death lawsuit against police Tuesday, ruling their use of force justified in the 2021 shooting of Lindani Myeni, a 29-year-old South African with a posthumously diagnosed severe brain disease, despite a city recommendation to settle for \$1.5 million.

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Pay-as-you-go Solar Power Offers Lifeline in South Africa's Energy Crisis

In South Africa, where unreliable electricity has caused life-threatening situations and economic hardship, innovative pay-as-you-go solar power systems are providing a lifeline for households and small businesses, improving health outcomes and economic stability.

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South African Chefs Combat Food Insecurity with 67,000-Liter Soup Initiative

On Nelson Mandela Day, South African chefs and culinary students created 67,000 liters of soup to combat food insecurity, highlighting the 63.5% of food-insecure households in the 2024 National Food and Nutrition Security Survey.

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Trump Administration Isolates South Africa Amidst Policy Disputes

The Trump administration is isolating South Africa through visa denials, boycotts of international meetings, and trade threats, worsening the nation's economic crisis and straining relations due to policy disagreements, particularly regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Iran, and South Africa'...

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US Funding Cuts Halt South Africa's HIV Vaccine Trial

The U.S. withdrew \$46 million in funding for South Africa's BRILLIANT HIV vaccine trial, halting research and causing the layoff of 100 researchers; this is part of a broader reduction in U.S. foreign aid that has impacted South Africa's HIV healthcare system, including the loss of 8,000 health wor...

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US Funding Cut Jeopardizes South Africa's HIV Vaccine Trial

The US government under President Trump cut $46 million in funding for South Africa's BRILLIANT HIV vaccine trial, jeopardizing a key project and impacting global HIV/AIDS efforts; approximately 100 researchers lost their jobs, and the lack of funding threatens the availability of HIV medication.

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Murder of Nigerian Businessmen in Durban Fuels Xenophobia Fears in South Africa

Two Nigerian businessmen were fatally shot in Durban, South Africa, on July 6th, prompting concerns over escalating xenophobic violence and strained relations between Nigeria and South Africa, which have a joint early-warning mechanism to address such attacks.

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South Africa Building Collapse: 34 Dead, Systemic Failures Revealed

A building collapse in George, South Africa, killed 34 construction workers and injured dozens in May 2024 due to substandard materials, structural defects, and ignored safety warnings, prompting calls for criminal accountability and industry reform.

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German Finance Minister Defends Durban Trip Amidst Budgetary Criticism

German Finance Minister Christian Lindner faced criticism for his trip to the G-20 summit in Durban, South Africa, amid domestic budgetary pressures and concerns about the EU's €2 trillion budget proposal; he defended the trip as crucial for strengthening international partnerships and addressing gl...

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Partnerships for the Goals
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Ramalepe's Masterclass Leads South Africa to Victory

In a decisive 4-0 victory over Mali at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Oujda, South African veteran Lebohang Ramalepe, playing as a right-back, delivered two assists, earned the TotalEnergies Player of the Match award, and showcased the team's determination to defend their title.

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Lesotho MP Faces Charges Over Territorial Claims on South Africa

Lesotho MP Dr. Tshepo Lipholo faces criminal charges for accusing the monarchy of ceding land to South Africa and claiming parts of South Africa for Lesotho, citing historical land claims; his bail hearing was postponed.

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US Aid Cuts Threaten HIV/AIDS Progress in South Africa

US cuts to foreign aid have jeopardized HIV/AIDS treatment access in South Africa, forcing patients to overburdened public hospitals and potentially reversing years of progress. Funding cuts also impact research into vaccines, delaying potential breakthroughs.

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