A new University of the Free State (UFS) study has found hormone-disrupting chemicals in every sanitary pad and pantyliner tested from brands sold in South Africa (SA), even those labelled organic or chemical-free. 

The research detected phthalates, parabens and bisphenols in all samples, with at least two such substances in every product. UFS scientists warn that millions of women face regular exposure and are calling for clearer labelling, tougher safety regulations and urgent further research.

 Lulu Gaboo spoke to Team Free Sanitary Pads Founder, Nokuzola Ndwandwe.

A new University of the Free State (UFS) study has found hormone-disrupting chemicals in every sanitary pad and pantyliner tested from brands sold in South Africa (SA), even those labelled organic or chemical-free.&nbsp;
The research detected phthalates, parabens and bisphenols in all samples, with at least two such substances in every product. UFS scientists warn that millions of women face regular exposure and are calling for clearer labelling, tougher safety regulations and urgent further research.
&nbsp;Lulu Gaboo spoke to Team Free Sanitary Pads Founder, Nokuzola Ndwandwe.

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Hormone-disrupting chemicals found in sanitary pads and pantyliners in SA

Malawi's President Peter Mutharika has directed that a fresh inquiry be conducted into the plane crash that claimed the life of former Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima and eight others.

The directive comes after Minister of Justice Charles Mhango, who was tasked by President Mutharika to review reports produced during the previous administration, told Parliament on Tuesday that he identified significant gaps in the investigations and recommended a new inquiry. 

Lulu Gaboo spoke to political analyst, Undule Mwakasungula.

Malawi's President Peter Mutharika has directed that a fresh inquiry be conducted into the plane crash that claimed the life of former Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima and eight others.
The directive comes after Minister of Justice Charles Mhango, who was tasked by President Mutharika to review reports produced during the previous administration, told Parliament on Tuesday that he identified significant gaps in the investigations and recommended a new inquiry.&nbsp;
Lulu Gaboo spoke to political analyst, Undule Mwakasungula.

 Fresh inquiry to be conducted into plane crash that killed former Vice President, Saulos Chilima, others

The United Nations (UN) Security Council convened Tuesday as Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine entered its fifth year, with member states renewing urgent calls for an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire.

 Western delegations pressed for sustained diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia, citing expanded sanctions and continued military and humanitarian assistance for Kyiv. Addressing the chamber, Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa accused Moscow of waging an imperial, neo-colonial war.

Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe filed this report.

The United Nations (UN) Security Council convened Tuesday as Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine entered its fifth year, with member states renewing urgent calls for an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire.
&nbsp;Western delegations pressed for sustained diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia, citing expanded sanctions and continued military and humanitarian assistance for Kyiv. Addressing the chamber, Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa accused Moscow of waging an imperial, neo-colonial war.
Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe filed this report.

UN Security Council renews calls for immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine

United Nations Secretary General António Guterres has issued a stark warning that human rights are under what he describes as a "full-scale attack" across the globe. He was speaking at the opening of the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and the high-level segment of the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, Switzerland.

 In his final address to the Council before stepping down later this year, he warned that when human rights collapse, peace, development, and social cohesion begin to unravel.

Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe has more.

United Nations Secretary General Ant&oacute;nio Guterres has issued a stark warning that human rights are under what he describes as a "full-scale attack" across the globe. He was speaking at the opening of the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and the high-level segment of the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, Switzerland.
&nbsp;In his final address to the Council before stepping down later this year, he warned that when human rights collapse, peace, development, and social cohesion begin to unravel.
Channel Africa's reporter Micheal Mbewe has more.

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