South Africa in the news:
- Independent journalists in India and Zimbabwe experiment with alternative funding to keep holding power to account: Awards and accolades are nice but they do not pay the bills when facing press freedom restrictions. Two reporters turn to donors and non-journalistic gigs to keep their work sustainable …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine trial paused due to ill volunteer: Johnson & Johnson has paused its Covid vaccine trial to investigate why one participant in the study fell ill. The company said an independent review would check if the person’s unexplained symptoms …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- ‘Slim’ chance that Oxford’s coronavirus vaccine will be ready in 2020, jab chief says: Kate Bingham, chair of the UK’s Vaccine Taskforce, said she hopes to see late-stage trial data for the Oxford and Pfizer jabs by the end of 2020. (Pictured: Ms Bingham receiving an experimental jab) …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- Sam Billings targets T20 World Cup finisher’s role as England top-order options overflow: After what may yet prove to have been a breakthrough summer in England colours, Sam Billings says he would relish the chance to become the team’s designated finisher, having completed the English …: “South Africa” – BingNews
- North-east road closed after motorcycle involved in three-vehicle crash: Police and ambulance have been called out to a three-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and two cars on a north-east road.: “South Africa” – BingNews