Stories from South Africa

A commentator stated that the estimated cost for a national dialogue is 700 million plus, which they believe is unnecessary. They suggested the funds could be better used to assist South Africans suffering from flood damage up north.

A defendant in a high-profile South African case faces 13 counts of murder and 13 counts of theft. A prisoner facing 13 murder charges and 13 theft charges has delayed his sentencing after sustaining serious injuries.

A record number of humpback whales have been observed feeding in a large 'supergroup' near South Africa.

A child protection organization in South Africa is providing therapy to victims of child abuse. The organization aims to support those affected through these therapeutic interventions.

A child protection organization in Johannesburg is using therapy dogs to assist affected individuals. Dogs trained by the Teddy Bear Foundation are being used to support children during court appearances in Johannesburg.

The Teddy Bear Foundation has launched the Court Preparation Program in Johannesburg to assist abused children preparing for court appearances. Shahidah Omar, the foundation's chair, stated the program uses reading and play to prepare children for court appearances.

A pilot announced the return of Sara Bartman to her country of birth as the aircraft entered Johannesburg airspace. The repatriation follows a period of 192 years. The flight was reportedly coordinated by government organizations.

EFF leader Julius Malema stated that if the Economic Freedom Fighters become the governing party, justice will be sought for the 2012 Marikana massacre. The 2012 event resulted in the deaths of 34 miners. Malema made these comments during a Workers' Day rally in the northwest. He also addressed concerns about undocumented individuals in the country, stating that people who enter the country without proper identification should not attack others. He stated that when the EFF takes government, the people of Marikana will receive justice, which includes making Marikana a beautiful township due to its mineral resources. The Cooperative Governance Minister, Vilen Gossini-Labisa, mentioned efforts are underway. Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa stated that Marikana will one day receive justice.

Social Development Minister Sisi Doulay-Cheh says former Department spokesperson Lubca Oliphant has launched a campaign of misinformation. The minister's comments focused on the legislative timeline for the upcoming elections. No specific details regarding the bill's contents were provided. A child protection organization in South Africa is using therapy dogs to support victims of child abuse. The dogs provide emotional support to children experiencing violence or sexual abuse. This assistance is intended to help children feel stable enough to provide testimony in court. The organization provides these services to assist with recovery. The report was shared by WDR 5, MDR Aktuell, and hr-iNFO. A South African child protection organization has used therapy dogs to support victims of violence and sexual abuse for nearly 40 years.

Communist Party treasurer Joyce Maloy Maropa addressed a Workers' Day rally in Brakpan, east of Johannesburg. Maropa expressed concern regarding corruption within the movement and called for the abolition of the tender system.