.com | Teargas, stun grenades used to disperse protesters in Diepkloof:
.com | Teargas, stun grenades used to disperse protesters in Diepkloof:
While up to 60% chance of rain is predicted for parts of Western Cape, SA Weather Service warns of high fire conditions in other parts of SA. Johannesburg Gauteng police on Wednesday used teargas and stun grenades to disperse protesters who were blocking several roads in Diepkloof, Soweto.
South African Doctors Successfully Transplant Penis – World’s Third Success:
JOHANNESBURG, May 24 — World's third penis transplant has been successfully performed on a 40-year-old man in South Africa by doctors from Stellenbosch University and the Tygerberg Academic Hospital in Cape Town. This is the second successful penis transplant performed in South Africa after the first operation in December 2014 by the same team.
S. African labor federation bans Zuma from addressing its meetings:
The Congress of South African Trade Unions said Tuesday they will not allow South African President Jacob Zuma to address its events as they do not have confidence in his leadership. At a media briefing in Johannesburg, Cosatu general secretary Bheki Ntshalintshali said the decision was made on Monday at a Cosatu's special Central Executive Committee meeting.
South Africa: Free App Puts Care At Rape Survivors’ Fingertips:
One Friday night in April, Bianca Jonkers, her boyfriend and his cousin visited a local tavern for a fun night out. Jonkers, who prefers not to use her real name, had just relocated from the Western Cape to live with her boyfriend in Diepsloot, a township in northern Johannesburg.
.com | South Africans describe ‘eerie, ominous feeling’ in Manchester after attack:
Cape Town South Africans living in Manchester have described the shock and disbelief that has gripped the city following the deadly bombing at a concert on Monday evening. Cape Town-born Josh Toy, who has been living in Manchester for three years, said residents were avoiding the city centre following the attack, which took place after an Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena.
Nigeria: Ethiopian Airlines Defends Deportation Charges From Nigerian Passengers:
Ethiopian Airlines yesterday defended its “refundable deportation fees” being collected from Nigerian passengers. The airlines' General Manager in Nigeria, Solomon Begashaw denied the claims that the charges were “unauthorised fees” and an attempt to exploit Nigerians.
Maimane’s request to intervene in Nkandla saga rejected:
The official opposition wants the National Prosecuting Authority to prosecute President Jacob Zuma for his alleged complicity in the Nkandla homestead security upgrade. This comes after Justice and Correctional Services Minister Michael Masutha dismissed DA leader Mmusi Maimane's request to intervene in the matter.
David Moyes steps down as Sunderland manager:
Johannesburg [South Africa], May 23 : Sunderland manager David Moyes has resigned from his post following the club's relegation from the Premier League. Moyes informed chairman Ellis Short of his decision to step down at a meeting in London on Monday, the club said in a statement.
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