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Queen has never broken emotional birthday pledge she made 70 years ago

On the Queen's 21st birthday in April 1947, she made an emotional speech on the radio while on tour in South Africa - and in it, she made a very important pledge that she's upheld to this day

Daily Mirror

How a South African community's request for its genetic data raises questions about ethical and equitable research

Scientists believe Africa is where modern humans first emerged. For the past decade, our team of genetic researchers from the Henn Lab have worked among the Khoe-San and self-identified “Coloured” communities in South Africa, which comprise multiple ethnic groups in the region, requesting DNA and generating genetic data to help…

The Conversation

South Africa says Durban port functional after flood devastation

South Africa's major port of Durban, where operations were disrupted by severe flooding last week, is now functional and a backlog of thousands of containers will be cleared within five to six days, the public enterprises minister said on Tuesday.

Reuters

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South Africa floods: Death toll climbs to over 440 as army sends 10,000 troops in

Nearly 4,000 homes have been destroyed and more than 8,000 damaged

The Independent UK

Babylonstoren review: A taste of paradise in the heart of South Africa’s winelands

Its sister The Newt is one of the UK’s most beloved hotels, but Babylonstoren is the OG masterpiece by hoteliers Koos Bekker and Karen Roos

Evening Standard

South African military deployed to flood-ravaged province

Thousands of South African soldiers will help with relief efforts in KwaZulu-Natal province, where more than 440 people have died in floods and mudslides and dozens more are missing.

Reuters

South African military deployed to flood-ravaged KwaZulu-Natal province

On tonight's show, our reporters bring you the latest from South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a national state of disaster over the deadly floods on the east coast, warning that rebuilding even basic services will take time. Around the city of Durban, at least 443 people have died,…

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As COVID hit Kenya and South Africa, race and class fears were amplified on Twitter

It’s common in both Kenya and South Africa for there to be everyday conversations about inequalities in power relations and between “races”, classes and ethnic groups. Kenya, in East Africa, and South Africa, in southern Africa, share a history of British colonial divisions. In both countries, social movements and protest…

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South Africa's constitutional democracy debate: echoes of an inglorious past

Some prominent politicians from South Africa’s governing African National Congress (ANC) recently questioned the role of the courts in the constitution. In January, tourism minister Lindiwe Sisulu insulted the judges as “colonised” for enforcing the constitution, which she blamed for continued black deprivation 28 years into democracy.

The Conversation

With 7 T20Is in June, paceman Umran Malik will be in the selection committee's radar

NEW DELHI: Pace bowling sensation Umran Malik could be fast-tracked into the Indian team as early as June when it will play seven T20 Internationals against South Africa and Ireland respectively.

The Times of India

South African Military Deployed to Flood-Ravaged Province

South Africa's armed forces have been deployed to help with relief efforts in the KwaZulu-Natal province, where more than 440 people died following torrential rains that triggered floods and mudslides last week. The Army has been instructed to activate 10,000 troops for tasks including mop-up work and transporting humanitarian aid,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

The Wales stars and potential bolters who have just put their hands up for places in Wayne Pivac's summer tour squad

There were some fine performances from players who took opportunities to impress the national coach

Wales Online

Dozens Still Missing as South Africa Floods Death Toll Rises to 443

Rescuers searched for dozens of people still missing in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) province on Sunday after heavy rains in recent days triggered floods and mudslides that have killed more than 440 people. The floods have left thousands homeless, knocked out power and water services and disrupted operations at one…

Asharq Al-Awsat

BRICS meet likely in June, India to attend China-hosted event

Delhi’s confirmation comes weeks after visit of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

The Hindu

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Death toll from South African floods now 443 - provincial premier

The death toll from floods in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province this week now stands at 443, with 63 people missing, the premier of the province said on Sunday at a televised briefing.

Reuters

Dozens still missing as South Africa floods death toll rises to 443

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How COVID added to the stresses of the most vulnerable young women in South Africa

By 2021, South Africa’s unemployment rate was at 44%. Around 55.5% of South Africans were living in poverty. Figures show that in 2021, 10 million people, including 3 million children, lived in a household affected by hunger.

The Guardian - UK

The big picture: a moment of tenderness on the Western Cape

Behind Anne Rearick’s bittersweet shot of two young friends in the South African countryside lies a tale of hope and tragedy

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South Africa braces for more flooding as rains restart in east

Rains that have killed around 400 people and left thousands homeless in South Africa this week began pounding the east coast again on Saturday, threatening more flooding and forcing many to take refuge in community centres and town halls.

Belfast Live

Ulster star Duane Vermeulen chasing folklore after escaping "bad spot" in South Africa

World Cup winning Springbok targeting major scalp in tonight's European shootout with Toulouse

France 24

Floods in South Africa: Almost 400 confirmed dead, 55 missing

The death toll from South Africa's unprecedented floods has risen to nearly 400. Police, army and volunteers have widened the search for the dozens of people still missing after the storm that devastated Durban over the weekend. In Senegal, citizens express their anger at the failures of the healthcare system…

Reuters

South African flood victims search for bodies of lost loved ones

Bonakele Mtshali was away at a funeral when flash floods on South Africa's east coast swept her iron-roof shack off the hillside in Lindelani township, taking two of her girls with it.

Wales Online

'Phenomenal' teen ace on brink of Wales call gives Pivac another nudge with giant match-winning cup final display

He performed outstandingly for his team when it truly mattered amid ongoing talk he could be Wales' bolter for the summer tour to South Africa

Wales Online

Rugby evening headlines as world legend set to fight YouTube star Jake Paul and South Africa to spring shock against Wales

Your rugby news from Wales and around the world on Good Friday, April 15

Wales Online

South Africa media launch scathing blast at 'limp' Wales and predict emphatic beating awaits Wayne Pivac's team

Wales play three Tests against the Springboks this summer and the South African media are expecting an easy ride for the world champions

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