Tag: South Africa
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Catholic Nun Advocates for Mental Health Centers for Clergy in South Africa
A Zimbabwean Catholic nun is calling on the South African Church to establish dedicated mental health centers to address the psychological and emotional challenges faced by clergy and religious in the country. The plea comes amid growing concerns about burnout, burnout-related depression, and the high stress levels associated with pastoral leadership in challenging socio-economic times.…
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Is South Africa Running Out of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine? What Farmers Need to Know
Overview: FMD, Outbreaks, and vaccine supply concerns Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) remains a major threat to South Africa’s cattle industry. With more than 200 reported outbreaks across five provinces, dairy and beef farms face serious economic and production risks. Recent developments have sparked unsettling questions: could South Africa run out of FMD vaccine? If vaccine stocks…
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What’s Next for South Africa’s FMD Vaccine Supply: Are Outbreaks Straining the System?
Overview: FMD outbreaks and vaccine concerns in South Africa Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to threaten South Africa’s livestock sectors, with reports of more than 200 outbreaks across five provinces. For dairy and beef farmers, the biggest immediate worry is not just disease control but the availability of vaccines to curb its spread. When outbreaks surge,…
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Is South Africa Heading for a Shortage of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine? What It Means for Farmers
Overview: Rising FMD Outbreaks and Growing Concerns Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) remains a persistent threat to South Africa’s cattle, dairy, and beef sectors. With reports of more than 200 outbreaks across five provinces, farmers and officials are anxious about the country’s ability to mount an rapid and effective vaccination response. The specter of a vaccine shortage…
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Elsies River CPF: Residents Held Hostage by Gangsters as Shots Ring Out
Two shootings in one week spark alarm in Elsies River The Elsies River community is sounding the alarm after two separate shooting incidents rocked the suburb this week. Local residents say the pace and escalation of violence are turning daily life into a tense struggle for safety. The Elsies River CPF (Community Policing Forum) has…
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South Africa beat Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in WC25 showdown
South Africa chase 106 in rain-shortened WC25 clash South Africa produced another clinical chase to extend their perfect record in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, defeating Sri Lanka by 10 wickets in a rain-curtailed contest at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. With this win, the Proteas registered their fourth consecutive chase-win in the…
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South Africa outclasses Sri Lanka in CWC25, sealing a fourth win
South Africa cruise to a 10-wicket triumph in rain-shortened CWC25 clash In a dominant display at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo, South Africa outclassed Sri Lanka to secure a 10-wicket victory in their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 showdown. The Proteas, who already boasted three wins in the campaign, stretched their winning run…
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South Africa edge Bangladesh in a thriller as Tryon and Kapp steer victory at Women’s World Cup 2025
Overview In a high-stakes clash at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in Visakhapatnam, South Africa battled back from a precarious position to triumph by three wickets over Bangladesh. A target of 233 looked within reach for the Proteas after a stunning fightback from Chloe Tryon and Marizanne Kapp, who stitched a decisive 85-run…
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Diamonds history-maker moment as mother-daughter duo lead fresh-face era in dominant series win
Historic moment: a mother-daughter milestone The Australian Diamonds sealed a commanding series sweep against South Africa with a 23-goal victory in Adelaide, but the most enduring image may be off the stat sheet. Hannah Mundy entered the court in the second quarter to become the 195th Diamonds representative, stepping onto a court already charged with…
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Trumpelmann, Green star as Namibia pull off last-ball win over South Africa in Windhoek thriller
Namibia stun South Africa in a last-ball classic In a gripping T20I encounter in Windhoek, Namibia toppled South Africa in a dramatic finish, with Ruben Trumpelmann and Zane Green delivering the decisive moments. The hosts chased 135 on a surface that offered grip and bounce, sealing a four-wicket victory off the final ball. It was…