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Received today — 11 May 2026 Africa and Middle East

South Africa: Along Dusty Roads in KZN, a Push for a Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Jab Takes Shape

11 May 2026 at 13:53
[spotlight] Along dusty roads in northern KwaZulu-Natal, Spotlight speaks to youth leaders, community mentors and leading scientists who are collaborating to bring a groundbreaking HIV prevention jab to this area where HIV infection rates remain stubbornly high.

South Africa: Pick 'n Pay Workers Ready to Strike Over Pay Cuts

11 May 2026 at 13:43
[Scrolla] The South African Commercial Catering and Allied Workers Union (SACCAWU) says the supermarket wants to cut night transport, cheap meals, and Sunday pay for full-time store workers. Pick 'n Pay denies plans to fire anyone and claims its employee benefits are much higher than rival grocery stores.

South Africa: Attackers Burn Activist Ngizwe Mchunu's Home in Mbumbulu

11 May 2026 at 13:42
[Scrolla] A massive fire completely destroyed the main house and traditional rondavels at Ngizwe Mchunu's home south of Durban on Sunday. Unknown people looking for Mchunu started the fire. Two weeks ago, attackers also vandalised the home of activist Felemntwnini Gumede.
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