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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

Archbishop Séamus Patrick Horgan urged South Sudan's leaders to honor Pope Francis' legacy by pursuing peace, following the Pope's historic visit in 2023 where he advocated for an end to the ongoing conflict. Recent violence threatens a fragile peace agreement from 2018, with warnings of a potential return to civil war as clashes occur between factions. During a Mass attended by key leaders, disappointment was expressed over a lack of commitment to peace, highlighting the...

Andrew Trench's life has dramatically changed after being diagnosed with stage four oesophageal cancer. Following the denial of his medical costs by his insurer, he has been overwhelmed by the generosity of friends and strangers, who have helped raise R700,000 to support his treatment. This outpouring of kindness highlights the community's support during his challenging time. Full Article

Meta is facing new lawsuits in Africa due to the psychological distress experienced by content moderators in Ghana, employed by Majorel, who report issues like depression and anxiety from reviewing extreme content. This follows a previous case involving over 140 moderators in Kenya diagnosed with severe PTSD. The nonprofit Foxglove is preparing legal actions citing poor working conditions and mental health support, revealing that moderators earn low wages significantly below the cost of living, while...

A young South African doctor, Dr. Celiwe Ndaba, has ignited a nationwide discussion on financial abuse after revealing her experiences with her estranged husband, Temitope Dada, in viral videos. Despite her successful career, she felt manipulated into funding his lifestyle, leading to their separation and her decision to use her maiden name. Legal experts emphasize that financial abuse, often dismissed as a lesser form of domestic violence, can profoundly impact women's psychological well-being and is...