South Africa
SEIU leader: Americans, South Africans face similar challenges
October 25, 2011It appears both the U.S. and South Africa are discussing simliar issues such as rising income inequality and the challenges of advancing a progressive agenda.
Read moreWorld honors Nelson Mandela at 93
July 19, 2011The 93rd birthday of Nelson Mandela was celebrated around the world July 18, paying tribute to the hero who spent 27 years in prison for his leading role in the fight against South Africa's apartheid regime.
Read moreWorld Notes: Venezuela, South Africa, Romania and more
June 14, 2011Thousands marched in Caracas on June 7 demanding protection for small farmers determined to take over unused land in accordance with the Lands and Agrarian Development Act of 2001.
Read moreSwazi king in desperate bid to bail out ailing dictatorship
June 9, 2011Cash strapped and beset by political turmoil, the tiny kingdom of Swaziland, Africa's last absolute monarchy, is petitioning neighboring South Africa for a USD $1.4 billion bailout to stave off collapse.
Read moreWorld Notes: Cuba, Israel, Venezuela – and more
January 25, 2011Pakistanis are protesting U.S. drones while South Africans are negotiating better prices for anti-HIV drugs. All of this and more in World Notes.
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