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The B-Word Case against Media24 continues

The B-Word Case against Media24 continues

KOBUS Faasen describes himself as a direct descendent of the Khoisan. After taking exception to the ongoing use of the term "Bushman" to describe members of South Africa's first nations, Faasen is suing Media24, owners of Die Burger for an estimat...

Aussie Apology – Will SA government follow lead?

Aussie Apology – Will SA government follow lead?

WILL the SA-government follow the lead taken by Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd who apologised for the systematic abuse of the country's first nations? First Nations around the world have already praised the move, and called for other governments in the Commonwealth such as South Africa to f...

NAVAJO NATION  bans uranium mining (and nuclear industry)

NAVAJO NATION bans uranium mining (and nuclear industry)

On April 29, 2005. Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley, Jr., signed what is believed to be the first Native American tribal law banning uranium mining and milling. With dozens of community members and dignitaries looking on, Shirley signed the Diné Natural Resources Protection Act (DNRPA) of 200...

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