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Nationwide protests have taken place since October 7 despite the disbanding of the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) police unit.

The demonstrators have been accused of attacking police stations and personnel. 

The rallies which are mostly attended by young people have become avenues to vent against corruption and unemployment. 

Rights groups say at least 15 people have been killed the demonstrations began in early October.

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While it is true that there is no perfect rubric to ensure a happy marriage, it cannot be denied that there are some things that should be put in place prior to tying the God-intended lifelong knot. In a recent presentation on ‘What to do before...

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