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South Africa: SA Research Grants on Hold, Says Leaked Memo - And the NIH Isn't Denying Its Existence
[Bhekisisa] A leaked memo circulating among South African researchers that is addressed to grant management staff of the US government's National Institutes of Health (NIH), dated March 25 and of which Bhekisisa has seen a copy, instructs officers to hold "all [research] awards to entities located in South Africa".
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:
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A daily battle: Commuters still suffer from apartheid spatial planning
For many people in South Africa, getting to work on time is a daily struggle which costs them a chunk of their earnings.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Dancing with the machine: autoplay and the future of AI-driven art
Louise Coetzer flirted with the enemy to create experimental dance-opera autoplay. But her message is one of resistance
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Mandatory mediation raises concerns about the rule of law
It has been introduced to deal with the huge backlog of civil trials, but could mean thousands of litigants are denied the right to be heard by a court in a fair public hearing.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:The US, the βgreat transformationβ and the new world order
As Americaβs existential crisis unfolds, the nostalgic yearning for βbig powerβ politics of the Cold War era is rearing its ugly head
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:VAT hike: A tough choice or a risk to economic recovery?
There are alternatives which donβt add to the financial burden of citizens and which are better for fiscal sustainability
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Mnangagwa Sweats Over March 31 Protests Amid Internal Zanu-PF Revolt
[New Zimbabwe] President Emmerson Mnangagwa is under pressure over the planned 31 March protests amid fresh challenges to his rule, which has been marred by accusations of corruption and cronyism.
Published on: March 27, 2025 | Source:DR Congo conflict tests China's diplomatic balancing act
Fighting in a mineral-rich region of central Africa proves a quandary for Chinese business interests.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Army in full control of Khartoum, Sudan military leader says
"Khartoum is free," says army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan after almost two years of occupation by the RSF.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Niger coup leader sworn in as president for five years
Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani is promoted to the highest rank in the army, and dissolves all political parties.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Ambassador to US: Washington can wait for pragmatic Ramaphosa
The presidentβs choice in selecting a new ambassador amid a historic downturn in diplomatic relations also speaks to an existential dilemma for his party This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and support us in delivering in-depth news to you consistently....
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Ethiopia PM seeks new Tigray leader amid fears of war
Ethiopia's prime minister asks Tigrayans to email him with suggestions for a new leader.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:South Africa sweat over potential 2026 World Cup sanction
South Africa could face a sanction, including a points deduction, after fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Government U-turn on cannabis food products ban after public outcry
The presidency intervened, saying there should be more stakeholder consultation and public participation in the formulation of new regulations
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Nigeria/Lesotho: WC 2026 Qualifiers - Five Things That Cost Amavubi Vs Nigeria, Lesotho
[New Times] Rwanda failed to reap big from their recent Group C matches of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers as Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Lesotho summed up an unimpressive performance that they endured before their home supporters in Kigali.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Cote d'Ivoire: 'Afcon U-20 in Trouble As Ivorians Withdraw As Hosts' - Reports
[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The Africa Cup of Nations Under 20 is in jeopardy following reports that Ivory Coast have withdrawn as hosts.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:East Africa: MCB Appoints New Chief Representative Officer in East Africa
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) has appointed seasoned banker Felix Gichaga as its new Chief Representative Officer in East Africa.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Somalia: Somalia Extends Political Party Registration Deadline By 21 Days
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The Chairman of the National Election Commission, Abdikariin Ahmed Hassan, announced today that the deadline for political party registration has been extended by 21 days.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Nalukoola Sworn in, Asks Speaker for Special Session to Brief Country About Kawempe
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Kawempe North MP, Erias Nalukoola has asked Speaker Among to accord him some substantial time on the Order Paper to articulate the predicament in Kawempe North. He asked he be given an opportunity to inform the nation of the issues affecting Kawempe North. Photo by
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Uganda: Abakyala Ku Ntiiko - Women in Lira Challenged to Venture Into Social Media for Business Marketing
[Independent (Kampala)] Lira, Uganda -- It is not too late for women in Lira City to grasp digital marketing tools to help enhance their businesses, an expert has advised.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Liberia: Liberia Peacebuilding Office, With UNDP Support, Launches Peace and Reconciliation Dialogue in Grand Bassa, Lofa, Bong, and Grand Gedeh Counties
[FrontPageAfrica] Buchanan -- The Liberia Peacebuilding Office, under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, with support from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), commenced a three-day Peace and Reconciliation Dialogue on Monday, March 24, 2025, in four electoral districts, beginning with Buchanan City, Grand Bassa County.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Another Kano Commissioner Resigns
[Premium Times] His resignation comes barely four months after Mohammed Diggol, the state former commissioner for Project Monitoring and Evaluation, who resigned last January.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Pledges Remain Unfulfilled Six Months After Jigawa Tanker Explosion
[Premium Times] PREMIUM TIMES reported how the petrol tanker exploded in Majia town in Taura Local Government Area on 14 October last year.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Kenya: Duale Moved to Health Ministry in Ruto's Cabinet Reshuffle
[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- President William Ruto has reorganized his Cabinet, moving Environment Aden Duale to the Ministry of Health where he will replace Deborah Barasa.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Kenya: U.S., Kenya Prepare for the Unimaginable CBRN Threat
[Africom] Nairobi -- Imagine two scenarios. Scenario 1: Dawn breaks over the capital of Kenya. A U.S. diplomat leaves his residence for the embassy. After a 20-minute ride, his car arrives at the gate and he enters. He sits in his office to begin the day when, all of a sudden, he hears an explosion through the open window. It seems far off; it is not a large explosion. He thinks maybe it was just a car accident, but...
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Trump names conservative media critic as US ambassador to South Africa
Brent Bozell's nomination comes at a time when relations between South Africa and the United States are at a low point.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Latest bid to shift criminal cases from Skukuza court in Kruger Park attracts renewed criticism
Mpumalanga regional court president Naomi Engelbrecht faces mounting backlash after trying to transfer cases from the flagship court for rhino cases to Hazyview regional court
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Sydney Mavundla: When every day is Sunday
Jazz musician Sydney Mavundla reflects on the legacy and evolution of the genre and respecting tradition while embracing the future
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:'Yoh! You're in the OED' β South Africa makes its linguistic mark
The latest update includes "loan words" from several countries, including South Africa and Ireland.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Lesotho: MPs Call for Drastic Curbing of International Trips
[Lesotho Times] FUNDS saved from international travel reductions should be redirected towards combating youth unemployment through job creation, internships, vocational training, mentorship programs, and entrepreneurship support.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:South Africa: Remarks by Mr Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa on the Global Geo-Political Situation, Narsec, Johannesburg, 20 February 2025
[G20 in South Africa 2025] Your Excellences, Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Heads of Delegation,G20 Sherpas and Sous Sherpas,Distinguished guests,Ladies and Gentlemen,
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Liberia: U.S. Govt Seeks Dismissal of Lawsuit Challenging Visa Denials and Aid to Liberia
[Liberian Observer] The U.S. Department of Justice is urging a federal court in Massachusetts to dismiss a wide-ranging lawsuit filed by Rev. Torli H. Krua and six other Liberian nationals who accuse the federal government of systemic racial discrimination in immigration policy, misuse of U.S. foreign aid to Liberia, and historical injustices stemming from Liberia's founding as a nation for formerly enslaved African...
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:West Africa: Ecowas Delegation Meets Majority Bloc Speaker Koon, Others
[Liberian Observer] The high-level ECOWAS delegation finally met with the Majority Bloc's Speaker, Richard Nagbe Koon and members of Liberia's House of Representatives on Tuesday, March 25, after the Speaker had initially refused to meet with the team the day before.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Star witness in Joslin Smith case says silence was driven by fear, drugs and hush money
Lourentia Lombaard admitted she repeatedly withheld information from police about the alleged sale of the child, blaming fear, anger, drug use and a promised R1 000 payment
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source:Zimbabwe: Politburo Meeting On Today
[The Herald] All is set for the Zanu PF Politburo meeting set for 10am.
Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: