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South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday 3 July
We’ve got you covered for all the latest news in South Africa: Take a look at the stories set to dominate headlines on Friday 3 July.
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
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Meet the Black Farmer | Afro
Interviewed By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor mgreen@afro.com Michael Carter Jr., is the Small Farm Resource Center coordinator for Virginia State University and executive director of Carter Farms. AFRO: Tell us about Virginia State University’s Farm Outreach Program and Carter Farms.  MC: VSU Small
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Botswana reports mysterious deaths of hundreds of elephants
Authorities are stumped after numerous elephants mysteriously died in Botswana.
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
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Florida officer fired after punching Black woman in viral video
A Miami-Dade Police officer has been fired after a video of him punching a Black woman started circulating on social media. The post Florida officer fired after punching Black woman in viral video appeared first on TheGrio.
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Iowa governor’s car hits Black Lives Matter protester - TheGrio
A driver for Gov. Kim Reynolds of Iowa hit a Black Lives Matter protestor with their vehicle while the governor was seated inside and attempting to leave a private event. According to the Des Moines Register, Tuesday, a group of about two dozen Black Lives Matters protesters were standing outside
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Black Republican Sheriff Threatens to Deputize Gun Owners If Protesters Come to His Florida County: ‘You’ve Been Warned’
A Florida sheriff threatened to deputize armed civilians if protesters come to his county to cause trouble. Clay County Sheriff Darryl Daniels issued his warning []
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We Are Not Lab Rats: Protests Erupt Over Coronavirus Trials In South Africa
Demonstrations have begun over controversial trail efforts in South Africa to find a coronavirus vaccine.
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Animals found in deplorable conditions at Somerset West shelter [video]
Several animals, found in shameful conditions in a house in Somerset West, have been confiscated by the Cape of Good Hope SPCA.
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DA lays complaints with Zondo Commission, PSC over ANC ‘cadre deployment’ memo
The Democratic Alliance (DA) says it has submitted a second formal request to the Zondo Commission of Inquiry to urgently investigate what it calls the ongoing role played by the ANC’s policy of cadre deployment in 'capturing, corrupting and collapsing the South African state'.
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
G Herb ft. Lil Uzi Vert “Like This,” The Weeknd ft. Doja Cat “In Your Eyes” & More | Daily Visuals 7.2.20
This time around the Philadelphia artists links up with Chiraq’s own G Herbo for the visuals to “Like This” where the two of them don’t just shine, they literally glow. Using black light to get things lit, G and Uzi politic with some thick young women who know how to move and twerk with the best of
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Peter Gunz And Amina Buddafly Have Been Divorced But Hes Still Trying To Tell Her What To Do With Her Boyfriend
When Amina and her new boyfriend Zimzon posted a video of him lifting her during a workout, Peter Gunz hopped in the comments with something nasty to say. And tried to tell Amina that he didn't approve of her activities.
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Cash Pours Into Black Organizations And Businesses Amid Protests Against Racism
The fundraising platform ActBlue reports a surge in money.
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WNBA’s Maya Moore Welcomes Home Man She Sacrificed Season To Help Free From Prison
Minnesota Lynx star Maya Moore is known for being on the front lines to fight against social injustice, so when her longtime friend was finally released from prison after being wrongfully convicted—the WNBA
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Beltrami County sued for Black man’s death while in custody
Hardel Sherrell died at age 27 in Beltrami County Jail. Hi family says it was due to medical neglect. Source
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After historic election, what next for Malawi?
lilongwe — How significant is Malawi opposition leader Lazarus Chakwera’s win and what are the challenges ahead as he takes the reins of a divided country? Al Jazeera Chakwera has been sworn in as the country’s new President after beating the incumbent Peter Mutharika in an historic rerun
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Englands privatised water firms paid £57bn in dividends since 1991 - The New York Beacon
English water companies have handed more than £2bn a year on average to shareholders since they were privatised three decades ago, according to analysis for the Guardian. The payouts in dividends to shareholders of parent companies between 1991 and 2019 amount to £57bn – nearly
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Coronavirus forces Howard to cancel Homecoming weekend - TheGrio
If you were looking forward to attending Howard Universitys Homecoming in Washington D.C this fall, youre out of luck! READ MORE: How HBCU bands relate to Black Music Month  Thursday, Anna-Lysa Gayle from D.Cs ABC News 7 broke the news that one of the most anticipated events of the fall season
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White Georgia Police Officer Breaks the Wrist of Innocent Black Man
A Black man who had his wrist broken by a white police officer in a case of mistaken identity is suing the Valdosta Georgia Police Department
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Court battle to resume school nutrition programme
The National School Nutrition Programme, which provides food to nine million children, was halted when schools were closed in March
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Source: South African News | Online News | The South African
W. Kamau Bell, Pastor McBride provide PPE to Black communities
The system of racism and white supremacy continues to bear a heavy burden on African American communities throughout the U.S. This is manifested through a lack of employment, high incarceration rates as well as access to health care services.  George Floyd’s death by Minneapolis police has brought
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Washington Redskins under pressure to change team name - TheGrio
The Washington Redskins have been a sore point for many in recent years as the name is considered a Native American slur. However, the teams owner Dan Snyder has steadfastly refused to change the teams name. READ MORE: Malcolm Jenkins isnt sure the NFL should play this season However, in light of
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Florida Cops Laugh About How They ‘F*ck Up’ Protestors In Bodycam Video
Former police officers criticize the behavior.
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Holly Robinson Peete’s daughter Ryan comes out as gay - TheGrio
Ryan Peete, the daughter of actress Holly Robinson-Peete and former NFL player Rodney Peete, used Pride Month as an opportunity to come out publicly as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. “I was debating making this post, but it’s important to me so I’m going to go forth! Peete wrote last week in
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BOOK CORNER: Retired military man teaches leadership in new memoir -
“Serving to Lead: Lessons in Adversity and Resilience from the Battlefield, Gridiron, and the Corporate World,” a new memoir by Sgt. Maj. Keith L. Craig, presents lessons in leadership that will make readers grow not only as leaders, but as people. Craig is candid with readers as he shares his
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Wide shift in opinion on police, race rare in US polling - Black News Channel
By HANNAH FINGERHUT Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Its rare for public opinion on social issues to change sharply and swiftly. And yet in the wake of George Floyds death, Americans opinions about police brutality and racial injustice have moved dramatically. About half of American adults
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AFRO EXCLUSIVE: New Carrollton Elects First Black Woman Mayor | Afro
By Mark F. Gray AFRO Staff Writer mgray@afro.com For more than 20 years, as a resident of New Carrollton, Maryland, Phelecia Nembhard has been committed to her city.  Nembhard began as a humble grassroots organizer helping feed the hungry people of the community and ultimately won a write-in
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Paramount wins bid for Lee Daniels directed Billie Holiday film - TheGrio
Looks like Paramount Pictures has won North American rights to Lee Daniels new film project The United States Vs. Billie Holiday. Daniels will be directing and producing the film about the legendary jazz singer. He will also be co-writing the script with Suzan-Lori Parkes and Andra Day has signed
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Questions raised in killing of Omaha protester by bar owner - TheGrio
Omaha, Nebraska was the scene of protests similar to many around the country on May 30. Since May 25, when George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police and the video circulated around the world, it has sparked global protests, demonstrators and police have been clashing in confrontations that
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As Numbers Spike, California to Begin “Smart Testing” for COVID-19
During Gov. Gavin Newsom’s daily COVID-19 update to Californians on June 26, he announced that the state will begin “smart,” or “targeted” testing, for the disease. He announced the plan after health officials released data last week showing a sharp upturn in the numbers of infected people.    “The
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Jennifer Hudson on Playing Aretha Franklin in New Film Respect: It Still Feels Like Shes in Me Free Press of Jacksonville
By Janine Rubenstein The Oscar-winner and powerhouse singer opens up about the role of a lifetime, portraying her idol in the highly anticipated upcoming biopic. Not many actors can say they were hand-picked by an icon to [...]
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