Day: December 24, 2021
Businessinsider.co.za | Covid-19 data out of South Africa points to substantially fewer deaths compared to past waves
In previous surges in South Africa, deaths were closely tied to case numbers. But this time, deaths are staying low, despite a large uptick in cases.
Continue ReadingNews24.com | ANALYSIS | 2021: A grim year for journalists and free speech in an increasingly authoritarian world
With 488 journalists detained, 46 killed and 65 held hostage, the 2021 press freedom index makes for grim reading, writes Dina Matar.
Continue ReadingNews24.com | Mitchells Plain cadet aiming for the sky as she sets her sights on changing Cape Flats narrative
She may only be 11-years-old, but Kendra Barros is already making a name for herself on the Cape Flats. Kendra has made history as she became one of the youngest cadets to reach the rank of Lance Corporal.
Continue ReadingNews24.com | FRIDAY BRIEFING | The best of 2021: A year of change and challenge for the ANC
If any year showed the ANC flames post-1994, then 2021 was it.
Continue ReadingIslands Block Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship After 55 Test Positive For COVID
The cruise line said it is not accepting new bookings on its ships until Jan. 10 to better accommodate social distancing, and it will now require masks indoors.
Continue ReadingCDC Relaxes Quarantine Policy For COVID-Infected Health Care Workers
Asymptomatic health care staff may return to work after seven days of isolation and a negative test, the new guidelines say.
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