Tunisians took to the streets of the capital, Tunis, calling on President Kais Saied to step down and for the restoration of democracy, in the latest protest against his rule amid growing political and economic discontent. Hundreds of protesters say they rejected what they described as "one-man rule" and a slide towards dictatorship. They also called for the release of jailed opposition figures, activists and journalists. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Channel Africa's Correspondent in Tunisia, Imen Bliwa.

Tunisians took to the streets of the capital, Tunis, calling on President Kais Saied to step down and for the restoration of democracy, in the latest protest against his rule amid growing political and economic discontent. Hundreds of protesters say they rejected what they described as "one-man rule" and a slide towards dictatorship. They also called for the release of jailed opposition figures, activists and journalists. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Channel Africa's Correspondent in Tunisia, Imen Bliwa.

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Tunisians take to the streets of the capital, Tunis, calling on President Kais Saied to step down and for the restoration of democracy

We frequently admire the beauty of KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa, including its wildlife and protected areas, but there is a dedicated team working behind the scenes to safeguard these environments. Today, we are speaking with Hlengiwe Fortunate Nzuza, a conservation professional with nearly two decades of experience who has made history as the first Black female Section Ranger in her role at iMfolozi. Lulu Gaboo spoke to 

We frequently admire the beauty of KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa, including its wildlife and protected areas, but there is a dedicated team working behind the scenes to safeguard these environments. Today, we are speaking with Hlengiwe Fortunate Nzuza, a conservation professional with nearly two decades of experience who has made history as the first Black female Section Ranger in her role at iMfolozi. Lulu Gaboo spoke to&nbsp;

Hlengiwe Fortunate Nzuza, first Black female Section Ranger and Conservation Professional, iMfolozi Game Reserve

South Africa's Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation,  Blade Nzimande, says South Africa's women remain underrepresented in research, leadership, and Critical STEM disciplines like engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence. Nzimande was speaking at the South African Women in Science Awards in Johannesburg on Thursday night. Thuto Ngobeni has the report.

South Africa's Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, &nbsp;Blade Nzimande, says South Africa's women remain underrepresented in research, leadership, and Critical STEM disciplines like engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence. Nzimande was speaking at the South African Women in Science Awards in Johannesburg on Thursday night. Thuto Ngobeni has the report.

South Africa's Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation says women remain underrepresented in critical STEM disciplines

South African human rights and environmental groups are urging the government to reject the bid by Israeli-linked oil company Navitas Petroleum for rights to operate in the strategic offshore Orange Basin. In a letter to the country's Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, the organisations called on the government to reject companies and activities they say contribute to Israel's occupation and alleged genocide in Palestine, or cause irreversible harm to the oceans and climate. They warn that approving Navitas' involvement could worsen climate change and have severe, long-term consequences for human rights and the environment. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Roshan Dadoo, the Coordinator of the South African BDS Coalition.

South African human rights and environmental groups are urging the government to reject the bid by Israeli-linked oil company Navitas Petroleum for rights to operate in the strategic offshore Orange Basin. In a letter to the country's Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, the organisations called on the government to reject companies and activities they say contribute to Israel's occupation and alleged genocide in Palestine, or cause irreversible harm to the oceans and climate. They warn that approving Navitas' involvement could worsen climate change and have severe, long-term consequences for human rights and the environment. Lulu Gaboo spoke to Roshan Dadoo, the Coordinator of the South African BDS Coalition.

Pressure groups call on South Africa to reject the bid by Israeli-linked oil company Navitas Petroleum for rights to operate in the strategic offshore Orange Basin

Tunisians take to the streets of the capital, Tunis, calling on President Kais Saied to step down and for the restoration of democracy

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