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In case you missed it: eThekwini loses appeal | South Africa’s diabetes crisis | Concerns raised over lack of prosecution of government officials

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In case you missed it: eThekwini loses appeal | South Africa’s diabetes crisis | Concerns raised over lack of prosecution of government officials

The eThekwini Municipality has recently lost its appeal against a court order regarding raw sewage spills. Simultaneously, South Africa grapples with a growing diabetes crisis, underscoring the urgent need for a comprehensive national strategy to prevent and manage the disease. Additionally, there have been growing concerns over the lack of prosecutions against government officials implicated in corruption and fraud cases.

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