Why some rebel groups force kids to fight: it depends on how they are funded: Rebels from the Lord's Resistance Army making their way to a camp in southern Sudan. The group forcibly recruits children. EPA/Stephen MorrisonTo sustain their operations, armed groups must have a steady supply of recruits. These serve to fill their fighting ranks and to replace those lost to … [Read more...] about Why some rebel groups force kids to fight: it depends on how they are funded | The Conversation
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Africa needs to up its research game to fight non-communicable diseases | The Conversation
Africa needs to up its research game to fight non-communicable diseases: There's a lack of research that deals specifically with conditions in African countries. ShutterstockNon-communicable diseases are the current leading cause of death worldwide. And the burden is increasingly shifting from developed to developing countries. But it’s only been over the last 20 years … [Read more...] about Africa needs to up its research game to fight non-communicable diseases | The Conversation
Khaya Angel will take fight to Auckland Park
Khaya Angel will take fight to Auckland Park: Johannesburg in the news: Khaya Angel will take fight to Auckland Park: “We have therefore decided to take the #BringKhayaAngelBack march all the way to Auckland Park, Johannesburg at the National SABC offices. – Google Alert – Johannesburg Phalatse wants heads to roll over Sowetan clinic hostage incident: … [Read more...] about Khaya Angel will take fight to Auckland Park
Botswana hires Hollywood firm to fight elephant hunting PR
Botswana hires Hollywood firm to fight elephant hunting PR: Johannesburg in the news: Botswana hires Hollywood firm to fight elephant hunting PR: By BRIAN SLODYSKO and MICHAEL BIESECKER, Associated Press. WASHINGTON — A public relations firm with deep Hollywood ties was enlisted … – Google Alert – Johannesburg Rand Water hits three Gauteng metros with … [Read more...] about Botswana hires Hollywood firm to fight elephant hunting PR
ANC leads early results in NW; EFF, DA fight for second
ANC leads early results in NW; EFF, DA fight for second: The Economic Freedom Fighters is in second place with just over 15% and the Democratic Alliance is not far behind with almost 14%. ...... Source: WN.com - Southafrica News WC voters hope for 'drastic change' in communities after elections: From the northern suburbs of Kraaifontein and Durbanville to the West Coast … [Read more...] about ANC leads early results in NW; EFF, DA fight for second
