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The murder case against a residence manager accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student has been postponed, igniting protests from students demanding justice for poor living conditions.
Minister Nkabane confirms that Sisonke Mbolekwa, the student killed during protests at Walter Sisulu University, was officially enrolled and funded by NSFAS, shedding light on the ongoing issues surrounding student accommodation.
Tensions escalated at Walter Sisulu University after a residence manager allegedly opened fire on students protesting poor accommodation conditions, leaving one dead and multiple injured.
Students at Walter Sisulu University are protesting following a tragic incident where one student was killed and others injured by a residence manager during unrest over poor living conditions.
Tensions escalate at Walter Sisulu University after a residence manager allegedly opened fire on students protesting poor accommodation conditions, leaving one dead and multiple injured
Tragedy struck at Walter Sisulu University when a university employee allegedly shot at protesting students, leaving one dead and three injured. Operations have been suspended as investigations continue.
Heuweloord residents staged a protest over prolonged power outages caused by a fire at the Brakfontein Substation, expressing frustration towards municipal promises of restoration.
Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has promised 'stern and decisive action' against EMPD officers who staged an illegal protest that paralysed key city routes last week. Speaking during his State of the City Address, which was briefly disrupted by EFF councillors, Xhakaza also outlined plans to strengthen law enforcement, including recruiting 334 traffic wardens and introducing new surveillance regulations.
The Gugulethu Mall has been granted a court interdict against local residents and business groups who threatened to disrupt operations unless their demands for local employment and community benefits were met.
Gugulethu residents and business groups face a court interdict preventing protests at Gugulethu Mall, following a contentious dispute over employment demands and community engagement.
The Gugulethu Mall has been granted a court interdict against local residents and business groups who threatened to disrupt operations unless their demands for local employment and community benefits were met.
EMPD officers' protest over working conditions sparks fierce debate as DA calls for arrests, while city officials condemn the 'illegal' strike that paralysed major routes. Officers return to duty amid tensions over essential service regulations and labour rights.
The Umkhonto Wesizwe Party on Monday held a protest against the South African Reserve Bank's Prudential Authority, urging protection for Ithala Bank amid liquidation threats.
Student protests linked to a national housing crisis disrupt the Varsity Cup, leading to the postponement of the much-anticipated match between UCT Tigers and NWU Eagles.
Donald Trump's dramatic shift towards religious conservatism takes centre stage as he establishes a White House Faith Office and surrounds himself with Christian nationalist advisors.
Hundreds of Latino protesters took to Houston's streets on Sunday, challenging President Trump's aggressive deportation policies. With chants of 'we are not leaving' and emotional testimonies from American citizens with immigrant roots, the demonstration highlighted growing tensions over immigration enforcement at sensitive locations like schools and churches. The protest comes as Trump's administration intensifies its deportation efforts, raising fears within immigrant communities.
In a rare public protest, hundreds of Egyptians gathered at the heavily-secured Rafah border crossing to reject US President Trump's controversial proposal to relocate Palestinians to Egypt and Jordan. The demonstration comes as President al-Sisi strongly opposes the plan, calling it an 'injustice' that threatens national security.
Violent protests erupt in the Democratic Republic of Congo's capital, as demonstrators target multiple foreign embassies, including the Dutch mission, amid escalating regional tensions over alleged foreign interference.
Climate activists launched a dramatic protest during Hollywood star Sigourney Weaver's performance of 'The Tempest' at London's Theatre Royal, unfurling a banner about global warming and firing a confetti cannon before being arrested. The Just Stop Oil demonstration highlighted rising global temperatures amid record-breaking heat in 2024.
Mozambique swore in its new parliament on Monday with the streets of the capital deserted after the opposition leader called for a strike to protest the result of highly disputed elections.
Thousands of people turned out to meet Mozambique's main opposition leader after he returned home from more than two months in exile Thursday to push his claim that he won the October presidential election.
srael said Monday that Hamas had not yet provided the status of the 34 hostages the group declared it was ready to release in the first phase of a potential exchange deal.
Kenyan police tear-gassed a peaceful march against femicide in the capital Nairobi on Tuesday, detaining a number of protesters, according to AFP reporters and rights groups.