In a recent development, South Africa’s political landscape continues to evolve as the ANC, after losing its parliamentary majority, forms a government of national unity, now comprising five parties. Among the latest to join are the MK party and the EFF, aligning themselves in opposition to the ANC’s partnership with the Democratic Alliance. Meanwhile, Ghana faces the risk of losing essential life-saving medications due to unpaid clearance fees, and in Ethiopia, over 120,000 women are reported to have been raped during the two-year conflict in Tigray, with many victims lacking adequate support and resources for recovery.
- South Africa’s ANC has formed a government of national unity with five parties, but faces opposition from MK and EFF due to its partnership with the Democratic Alliance.
- Ghana could lose millions in life-saving drugs, including malaria and TB medication, if it fails to clear the outstanding fees for donated drugs stuck at port.
- Over 120,000 women were raped during the conflict in Tigray, Ethiopia, with many victims not receiving the necessary medical and psychological support.
- The ANC seeks more allies to balance public perception against its coalition with the Democratic Alliance, considered by some as a party of white power and against pro-poor policies.
- An opposition “progressive caucus” has been formed, focusing on pro-poor policies, land issues, and racial and economic equality.
- Hospitals in Ghana are facing a critical shortage of essential medicines due to a backlog of unclaimed shipments at the port.
- In Ethiopia, victims of wartime sexual violence struggle to find help, with many medical facilities destroyed and survivors facing stigma and lack of resources.
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