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The Mail & Guardian Dana Brown, deputy chief of mission at the US embassy in South Africa, is retiring in March to spend time with family after a career in international diplomacy. David Greene will replace her. Brown’s decision comes…
the Guardian US funding cuts for HIV projects in Africa lead to termination notices for organisations, risking 500,000 deaths in South Africa over 10 years. USAid contracts slashed by over 90%, $60bn in aid spending cut. Elizabeth Glaser Paediatric Aids…
BBC News South Africa’s health minister warns of potential deaths as US cuts HIV programme funding, impacting 900,000 patients. Chaos ensues as organisations scramble for alternatives. US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (Pepfar) faces cuts in wider cost-saving measures.…
BusinessTech South Africa’s PIC eyes private credit in Africa for growth, diversification. The money manager has invested R8 billion in African markets in 2 years, plans to increase. Avoids listed equities due to small, illiquid markets. Private equity not viable,…
BBC News A ship named Léon Thévenin with over 50 engineers sails around Africa to repair damaged internet cables, preventing internet blackouts. Last year, the ship fixed multiple cable failures, ensuring connectivity for millions. The crew, including cable jointer Shuru…
EWN President Cyril Ramaphosa aims to establish a “meaningful deal” with the United States amid strained relations over misinformation and BRICS ties. He emphasizes the importance of fostering good relations with all countries, including the US, while maintaining a neutral…
BusinessTech Cape Town secures R2.8 billion funding from German Development Bank for electricity grid upgrades. The investment is part of a larger R40 billion infrastructure plan to strengthen the grid and support renewable energy sources. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis emphasizes the…
TechCentral Derivco, a Durban-based iGaming software developer, appoints Andrew Slabbert as new leader following Quraish Behari’s departure after 20 years. Slabbert, with 16 years of experience at Derivco, aims to focus on core platforms and customer partnerships for technological advancements…
The Citizen FlySafair’s Boeing 737 nearly crashed near Durban, with suspicions of delayed incident reporting. Investigation questions airline transparency and safety compliance. Incident reported to authorities after anonymous tip-off, raising concerns about potential cover-up. Legal requirements for reporting serious aviation…
CNN Tropical cyclone Garance hits Réunion with winds up to 166 km/h, equivalent to a Category 2 hurricane. Strongest storm since 1989, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and powerful waves. Purple cyclone warning issued, later lowered to red. Winds may…
