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South Africa on High Alert as Mpox Cases Rise in KwaZulu-Natal
By Lindiwe Nkosi
South Africa on High Alert as Mpox Cases Rise in KwaZulu-Natal

South Africa continues to be vigilant following the discovery of two more laboratory-confirmed cases of monkeypox, also known as Mpox. The new cases, involving two men aged 40 and 26, were detected in KwaZulu-Natal, bringing the total to six. The Department of Health is ramping up efforts in contact tracing and case finding to prevent further spread, urging individuals with symptoms to seek medical care.

12 Jul 2024 Health
Arrests Confirmed by IEC Over Allegations of Election Interference
By Lindiwe Nkosi
Arrests Confirmed by IEC Over Allegations of Election Interference

The Electoral Commission's CEO, Sy Mamabolo, confirmed the arrest of two individuals for allegedly tampering with election materials. These incidents involved political party representatives improperly handling ballot boxes and confronting election officials. Despite this, the IEC successfully processed 937,000 voters during the special voting period, surpassing numbers from the 2019 elections, indicating a potentially high turnout.

29 May 2024 Politics
ANC Supporters Reflect on 30 Years in Power: Achievements and Challenges
By Lindiwe Nkosi
ANC Supporters Reflect on 30 Years in Power: Achievements and Challenges

At the FNB Stadium in Soweto, thousands of ANC supporters gathered to reflect on the party's 30-year reign. Despite acknowledging errors, they highlighted key achievements in education, housing, and social welfare. Challenges such as unemployment and crime persist, but many remain satisfied with the ANC's governance.

25 May 2024 Politics