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Constant fear of eviction: how poor people experience life in Somaliland’s growing cities

Constant fear of eviction: how poor people experience life in Somaliland’s growing cities: Different types of property relations shape the living conditions of residents in marginalised urban settlements of Hargeisa. EDUARDO SOTERAS/AFP via Getty Images Many cities in Somaliland are growing rapidly. Climate change-induced displacement, insecurity, and population growth accelerate urbanisation. Yet, many urban residents …

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‘Escape Room: Tournament of Champions’ Review: When Constant Crisis Becomes Monotonous

South Africa in the news: ‘Escape Room: Tournament of Champions’ Review: When Constant Crisis Becomes Monotonous: The only one of several same-titled movies in recent years to make a significant commercial dent, Adam Robitel’s 2019 “Escape Room” proved a considerable sleeper hit, making back many times its …: “South Africa” – BingNews Unrest in South …

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The constant gardener

South Africa in the news: The constant gardener: Ramaphosa is the constant gardener. Always there are “green shoots” of recovery. Always they are under threat. Always they must be nurtured. But never do they grow. There is an argument to be made …: “South Africa” – BingNews Third wave latest: Julius Malema calls for ‘all …

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Genoa bridge collapse: maintaining these structures is a constant battle against traffic and decay

Genoa bridge collapse: maintaining these structures is a constant battle against traffic and decay: As rescue workers look for survivors in the concrete rubble that used to be part of the Morandi bridge in Genoa, Italian authorities are starting their investigation into the possible causes behind this terrible tragedy. It is too early to determine …

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People, funding and constant learning are key to creating research excellence

People, funding and constant learning are key to creating research excellence: There's no blueprint for excellence, but some building blocks are crucial. Shutterstock It’s been 20 years since I took up a position as a professor in the Department of Genetics at the University of Pretoria in South Africa. My job, along with a team …

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