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South Africa election 2024

The African National Congress (ANC), which liberated the country from apartheid in 1994, lost its 30-year majority in the May 29 vote. Follow DW for what might be coming next as South Africa enters uncharted territory.

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Does free transportation help jobseekers into work?

Job seekers can use public transport for free in Istanbul and Budapest to help them get to interviews.
BusinessDecember 20, 202404:03 min
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ConflictsDecember 20, 202403:34 min
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HealthDecember 18, 202404:00 min
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How to create safe havens for humans and wildlife in urban surroundings.
Nature and EnvironmentDecember 17, 202406:26 min
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Will it help to know who South Africa's sex offenders are?

Will it help to know who South Africa's sex offenders are?

Calls for South Africa's national sex offenders register to be made public has sparked much debate.
CrimeDecember 15, 202403:04 min
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Brazil will soon hand over the G20 presidency to South Africa, with a new initiative aimed at tackling poverty.
GlobalizationDecember 1, 2024
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Some analysts say BRICS offers Africa a role in changing the global order, which also presents some risks.
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SocietySeptember 6, 2024
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Helen Zille is the most powerful white woman in African politics. Sheʼs also a lightning rod for controversy
SocietyJuly 31, 202402:22 min
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Ruth Weiss' lifelong fight against apartheid and racism

As she turns 100, Jewish journalist Ruth Weiss speaks about documenting the atrocities of apartheid in South Africa.
Human RightsJuly 25, 2024
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South Africa unity government: A new political era dawns

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