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    Global Citizen - OkayAfrica
    News
    16 April 2021

    Global Citizen's Upcoming Concert Will Support African Healthcare Workers

    Global Citizen's upcoming 'VAX LIVE' online concert is set to raise funds for at least 6.5 million African healthcare workers to become vaccinated amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

    Dr Sindi van Zyl - OkayAfrica
    News
    16 April 2021

    A Tribute to Dr Sindi: South Africa's Duchess of Healing, Love and Kindness

    The most sincere way to honour Dr Sindi van Zyl's legacy is to pay her kindness forward in exactly the way she did.

    Senegal protests - OkayAfrica
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    07 January 2021

    Protests Erupt Again in Senegal Over COVID-19 Curfew

    Youths in Senegal have again taken to the streets in protest against the recently imposed curfew by President Macky Sall this past Wednesday.

    Beitbridge border- OkayAfrica
    News
    06 January 2021

    COVID-19 Concerns Increase as ​Zimbabweans Spend Second Week Queuing at Border

    Long queues at South Africa's Beitbridge border between Zimbabwe have raised concerns over the super-spreading of COVID-19 as both countries enter a lockdown.

    Trevor Noah- OkayAfrica
    News
    06 January 2021

    Recording Academy Postpones 2021 Grammys Awards Due to COVID-19

    The 63rd Grammy Awards have been postponed due to rising COVID-19 cases in California where the award show is hosted.

    Ugandan Authorities Charge Nigerian Artists Omah Lay & Tems
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    15 December 2020

    Ugandan Authorities Charge Nigerian Artists Omah Lay & Tems

    Nigerian artists Tems and Omah Lay have been charged by Ugandan authorities following their recent arrest in the country. The charges are for reportedly violating COVID-19 regulations at a music event.

    Dr Zweli Mkhize - OkayAfrica
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    20 October 2020

    South African Health Minister Tests Positive for COVID-19

    South African Health Minister Dr. Zweli Mkhize and has wife, Dr May Mkhize, have both tested positive for COVID-19. Dr Mkhize has encouraged South Africans to continue social distancing whilst undergoing self-isolation.

    Danai Gurira and Lupita Nyong'o - OkayAfrica
    Film + TV
    16 October 2020

    Lupita Nyong'o and Danai Gurira's 'Americanah' Series Axed Due to COVID-19

    The 'Americanah' mini-series adaptation by Lupita Nyong'o and Danai Gurira has been axed by HBO Max due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and scheduling conflicts.

    Veteran Ethiopian Political Activist Mesfin Woldemariam Has Died
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    30 September 2020

    Veteran Ethiopian Political Activist Mesfin Woldemariam Has Died

    The founder of the Ethiopian Human Rights Council, Professor Mesfin Woldemariam, has died from COVID-19 complications at age 90.

    South African Soldier Shoots Man For Not Wearing A Mask
    News
    18 September 2020

    South African Soldier Shoots Man For Not Wearing A Mask

    A South African soldier has been arrested after shooting a man for not wearing a mask in a mall.

    Man in blue suit standing behind wooden podium about to make an announcement
    News
    17 September 2020

    South Africa's President Ramaphosa Eases National Lockdown to Final Level

    President Ramaphosa has eased South Africa's lockdown with calls for social and economic activities to resume.

    Rwandan TikToker Drags American Influencer Charly Jordan About COVID Claims
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    09 September 2020

    Rwandan TikToker Drags American Influencer Charly Jordan About COVID Claims

    Zuba Mutesi took to TikTok to correct Charly Jordan's claims about testing positive for coronavirus while visiting Rwanda.

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