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1. South Africa: South Africa Expels Top Israeli Diplomat for 'Violations of Diplomatic Protocol'

   [allAfrica] Cape Town -- South Africa has declared Israel's top diplomat in the country persona non grata, ordering him to leave within 72 hours following what officials described as repeated breaches of diplomatic norms.

2. Africa: The 99% Don't Need a Billionaires' Forum. They Need Democratic Power

   [allAfrica] Last week, the rich and powerful gathered once again at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Swiss ski resort that has hosted an annual meeting of the world's super-rich for more than half a century. The setting was familiar, and the guest list predictable. The language was emptier than ever.

3. Africa: All of Africa Today - January 30, 2026

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4. Africa: Guinea Worm Disease Reaches All-Time Low: Only 10 Human Cases Reported in 2025

   [Carter Center] Atlanta -- Only 10 human cases of Guinea worm were reported worldwide in 2025, the lowest number ever recorded, bringing the ancient disease closer than ever to eradication. The Carter Center announced the historic provisional figure following the one-year anniversary of the passing of the Center's founder, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter.

5. South Africa: Parents Fear for Children As 94% of Gauteng School Transport Fails Tests

   [Scrolla] Inspectors found 94% of scholar transport vehicles in Gauteng failed roadworthiness tests at Jabulani testing station in Soweto last week. Johannesburg Metro Police Department impounded about 50 unroadworthy taxis in Alexandra on Friday morning, bringing school transport services to a complete standstill.