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The City of Ekurhuleni's fifth General Valuation Roll for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2029, is open for public comment until June 25, 2025, with objections due by 15:30. Property owners can access the roll at municipal offices or online, and are encouraged to review and submit objections to ensure accurate valuations. Specific objections must be submitted by hand with Section 49 notice to relevant municipal offices, with contact information provided for assistance. Full...

Dalvin Modore, a tuberculosis patient in Kenya, has been unable to access treatment since the Trump administration cut foreign aid for health programs, leading to a collapse in TB diagnosis and treatment systems worldwide. With the halt in funding, critical services such as testing, transportation of samples, medication procurement, and data management have ceased, resulting in a significant increase in infections and deaths from TB. The impact of the funding cut extends to community health...

The Zimbabwean government faces criticism over neglect of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway, as a viral image shows individuals posing in a massive pothole, highlighting the road's deteriorating state. Travelers and motorists have raised concerns about the hazardous conditions, leading to increased accidents and vehicle damage. Despite government denials, repair efforts are underway in partnership with Bitumen World to address urgent sections of the highway, while opposition politician Gift Ostallos Siziba condemns the extensive damage and...

The CAF 14th Extraordinary General Assembly will be broadcast live on CAF digital platforms on March 12, 2025, at 10h00 Cairo time. The assembly will involve the election of the CAF President, some members of the Executive Committee, and representatives for the FIFA Council. Dr. Patrice Motsepe has been nominated unopposed for a second term as CAF President. Full Article

Recent cuts in foreign aid have forced Save the Children to suspend lifesaving programmes for malnourished children globally, as 131 million children are in areas facing acute food crises. In Afghanistan, funding cuts have led to the closure of 18 health facilities, with only 14 clinics having enough funds to stay open for one more month. Save the Children is urging world leaders to invest in children's futures amidst the threat of hundreds of health...

The PETITE-DTG study evaluated the dosing and safety of dolutegravir (DTG) in neonates born to mothers living with HIV. The study assessed a pediatric dispersible tablet and an oral film, finding the dosing strategy to be safe and effective. The PETITE PLATFORM aims to accelerate neonatal dosing recommendations for ARVs, with the goal of expanding access to the latest advancements in HIV care for newborns. The study showed high levels of acceptability for both DTG...