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Namibia's agriculture minister, Mac-Albert Hengari, has been dismissed following allegations of raping a 16-year-old girl five years ago and attempting to bribe the victim, now 21, to withdraw the case. Hengari, who denies the charges and faces multiple accusations including kidnapping and assault, is set to appear in court soon. This incident marks a significant scandal for Namibia's first female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who recently appointed Hengari to parliament, raising concerns about the vetting process...

Agnes Ngetich set a new 10km world record, becoming the first woman to run the distance in under 30 minutes in a women-only race, clocking 29 minutes 27 seconds in Herzogenaurach. This performance broke the previous record of 30:01 set by Agnes Tirop in 2021. Ngetich, who had previously run 29:24 in a race not ratified due to a short course, expressed excitement over her achievement and is focused on competing in the World Championships...

Domestic workers in affluent Johannesburg suburbs face inadequate living conditions, discriminatory policies, and limited access to essential facilities, as highlighted in a study by researcher Annabel Fenton published on April 9. The findings reveal the challenges these workers endure, emphasizing systemic issues that affect their quality of life and rights. This research sheds light on the urgent need for improved conditions and policies to support domestic workers in these communities. Full Article

Amid rising tensions with the US over race relations and a new land expropriation law, ANC National Chair Gwede Mantashe emphasized South Africa's sovereignty, stating, "We're not a province of the United States." The law allows for land seizure without compensation under specific conditions, which has drawn criticism from US President Trump, who labeled it discriminatory against Afrikaners. In response to ongoing diplomatic strains, South Africa appointed Mcebisi Jonas as a special envoy to advance...

Valentin-Yves Mudimbe, born on December 8, 1941, in the Belgian Congo, critiques how African cultures are framed by Western disciplines, emphasizing the need for an independent African perspective. After a religious upbringing and abandoning monastic life, he studied Romance philology and earned a doctorate in philosophy and literature, later becoming a prominent writer with novels like “Entre les Eaux” and “Le Bel Immonde.” His later work shifted to essays and philosophy, exploring themes of identity...

Summary The fire on the Silvermine section of Table Mountain, which began on Friday, has grown in intensity and is now advancing towards Noordhoek, Clovelly, and Kalk Bay. In response to the escalating threat, officials have evacuated the Noordhoek Manor retirement village as a precautionary measure. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as they work to manage the fire's spread and ensure community safety. Full Article