As the world marks World Brain Day on July 22, the focus is on dementia, a condition affecting millions globally and rapidly increasing in Africa. Joining us today is Dr. James Butler, Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa, to discuss how more than 40% of dementia cases could be prevented, the early warning signs to watch for, and what we can all do to protect our brain health throughout life.

As the world marks World Brain Day on July 22, the focus is on dementia, a condition affecting millions globally and rapidly increasing in Africa. Joining us today is Dr. James Butler, Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa, to discuss how more than 40% of dementia cases could be prevented, the early warning signs to watch for, and what we can all do to protect our brain health throughout life.

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The world marks World Brain Day on July 22 with a focus on dementia

The issue of undocumented migration continues to generate intense debate in South Africa, with growing public pressure on government to strengthen border management and enforce immigration laws. As marches and protests take place in various parts of the country, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for calm, warning that concerns over immigration should not be exploited to sow division or undermine social cohesion. His remarks come as activist groups pushing for tougher action against undocumented foreign nationals insist their campaigns will remain peaceful. Dries Liebenberg has more.

The issue of undocumented migration continues to generate intense debate in South Africa, with growing public pressure on government to strengthen border management and enforce immigration laws. As marches and protests take place in various parts of the country, President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for calm, warning that concerns over immigration should not be exploited to sow division or undermine social cohesion. His remarks come as activist groups pushing for tougher action against undocumented foreign nationals insist their campaigns will remain peaceful. Dries Liebenberg has more.

SA President urges calm amid growing calls for tougher action on undocumented migration

The fight against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is increasingly being won or lost at the community level. As health authorities work to contain the latest outbreak, officials say building trust, combating misinformation and encouraging people to seek treatment early are proving just as important as medical interventions. The World Health Organisation says response teams are working closely with local communities, traditional leaders, youth groups and healthcare workers to ensure that lifesaving information reaches those most at risk. WHO Africa's Director for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response, Dr Marie-Roseline Belizaire, spoke to UN News about why community engagement remains a critical weapon in stopping the spread of the virus. She spoke to Cristina Silveiro.

The fight against Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is increasingly being won or lost at the community level. As health authorities work to contain the latest outbreak, officials say building trust, combating misinformation and encouraging people to seek treatment early are proving just as important as medical interventions. The World Health Organisation says response teams are working closely with local communities, traditional leaders, youth groups and healthcare workers to ensure that lifesaving information reaches those most at risk. WHO Africa's Director for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response, Dr Marie-Roseline Belizaire, spoke to UN News about why community engagement remains a critical weapon in stopping the spread of the virus. She spoke to Cristina Silveiro.

WHO says community trust and engagement are key to containing Ebola outbreak in DRC

The 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), released by the Institute for Economicsand Peace (IEP), has revealed  that the world is struggling with the economic consequences of a record-high number of conflicts that are increasingly interconnected and difficult to resolve. Th report says this deterioration is driven by a profound geopolitical shift, characterised by the rising influence of middle powers and the waning strength of traditional European powers known as the "Great Fragmentation. Peter Ndoro spoke to Thomas Morgan, Chief Research Officer at the IEP.

The 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), released by the Institute for Economicsand Peace (IEP), has revealed &nbsp;that the world is struggling with the economic consequences of a record-high number of conflicts that are increasingly interconnected and difficult to resolve. Th report says this deterioration is driven by a profound geopolitical shift, characterised by the rising influence of middle powers and the waning strength of traditional European powers known as the "Great Fragmentation. Peter Ndoro spoke to Thomas Morgan, Chief Research Officer at the IEP.

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