South African vinyls industry is proudly heavy metals-free: In the wake of recent communication sent to the South African paint industry by the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) regarding plans to ban the import of all leads, the Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) is proud to confirm that all lead and chrome pigments have been eliminated from … [Read more...] about South African vinyls industry is proudly heavy metals-free
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa can help resolve the Gaza crisis | The Conversation
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa can help resolve the Gaza crisis: Palestinian protesters run for cover from Israeli teargas in May. EPA-EFE/Mohammed SaberThe gunning down by the Israeli army of protesting Palestinians at the Gaza border in May has drawn international condemnation. There’s also been global outrage about the recent killing of a young Palestinian medic … [Read more...] about South African President Cyril Ramaphosa can help resolve the Gaza crisis | The Conversation
African women are more active in politics in some countries than others | The Conversation
African women are more active in politics in some countries than others: Senegalese women queuing to vote at a polling station in Dakar Nic Bothma/EPAWomen are less likely than men to participate in politics in Africa. This gender gap affects everything from attending community meetings to contacting elected officials, joining others to raise public issues, expressing a … [Read more...] about African women are more active in politics in some countries than others | The Conversation
African cities must address social and economic issues when upgrading slums | The Conversation
African cities must address social and economic issues when upgrading slums: People feel a real sense of community in slums like Kibera in Nairobi. EPA-EFE/DAI KUROKAWAIn sub-Saharan Africa, over 55% of the urban population are estimated to live in areas categorised as slums and informal settlements. These slums and informal settlements are largely the physical manifestations … [Read more...] about African cities must address social and economic issues when upgrading slums | The Conversation
South African judge mulls mercy in ax murder sentencing
South African judge mulls mercy in ax murder sentencing: South African judge mulls mercy in ax murder sentencing: Henri van Breda appears in the High Court in Cape Town, South Africa, Tuesday June 5, 2018, to await his sentencing after being found guilty for the murder of his parents and brother and the attempted murder of his sister. Click HERE to submit your Johannesburg or … [Read more...] about South African judge mulls mercy in ax murder sentencing
