South Africa planning to legalize sex work in a bid to protect women
A sex worker rights group called it "incredible news," saying decriminalization will "enable women to "work much better with the police to tackle violence."
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Homo naledi: The first being to master fire
A momentous discovery in South Africa has the potential to turn our understanding of human history on its head. CBS News correspondent Debora Patta speaks with paleoanthologist Lee Berger, who has found evidence that a pre-human ancestor named Homo naledi may was the first being to master fire for light, warmth and cooking.
Pre-human ancestor believed to have used fire as a tool, researchers say
A momentous discovery in South Africa could turn our understanding of human history on its head.
Retired barber gives free haircuts — donates tips to help poor South Africans
"As long as my hands are steady, I'll just keep doing it," Tom Gorzycki said.
Barber raises money for South Africa's poorest
A Minnesota barber gives haircuts for free, though tips are expected. He then uses the money to help the poorest people of South Africa. David Begnaud shares more.
Nobel Prize stolen from home of South Africa's last apartheid leader
De Klerk received the prize in 1993 alongside anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, for his role in ushering South Africa into democracy.
21 bodies found at South African mine near site of recent gang rape
The grim discovery is the latest in a series of incidents related to illegal mining in the area.
Ethiopian government, Tigray agree on "permanent" end to 2-year civil war
Ethiopia's warring sides formally agreed to a "permanent cessation of hostilities" during peace negotiations in South Africa.
Charges dropped in gang rape case, sparking outrage in South Africa
CBS News correspondent Debora Patta met four of the young women who survived the ordeal.
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CDC strengthens call for COVID booster shots; Ghislaine Maxwell trial to resume in NYC
Aerial footage provides proof of orcas killing great white sharks
In aerial footage, a pod of killer whales is seen chasing sharks during an hour-long pursuit off Mossel Bay.
ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes
First Lady Olena Zelenska says the Russians who invaded her country are engaged in terrorism; Evidence shows U.S. Forest Service mismanagement contributed to California wildfire; Siya Kolisi and South Africa's rugby team.
Kolisi’s quest to pioneer change
The captain of the Springboks is using his fame to help impoverished communities around South Africa.
A rugby captain's quest to bring change to South Africa
Rugby standout Siya Kolisi grew-up in South Africa's impoverished townships. Now he wants to use his fame to give back to communities lacking resources and opportunity.
Siya Kolisi: The first Black captain of South Africa's national rugby team
Jon Wertheim meets Siya Kolisi, the first Black captain of the Springboks, South Africa's national rugby team.
Siya Kolisi | Sunday on 60 Minutes
In post-apartheid South Africa, the national rugby team's first Black captain, Siya Kolisi, is keenly aware of the challenges of transforming the team. Sunday, Jon Wertheim meets Kolisi & sees how he uses sport to help bind a country still riven by inequality & racial divisions.
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The COVID-19 variant first detected in South Africa is now in the U.S.; Merriam-Webster has added "Second Gentleman" to its dictionary
Mom killed in second fatal shark attack to hit South Africa this year
"Two in one area is almost unheard of," one expert on South Africa's great white shark population tells CBS News.
Pakistan flooding forms massive lake visible from space
The Indus River and Hamal Lake are usually separated by dozens of miles of land. Devastating amounts of rainfall and flooding have meshed them together as a massive body of water.
Prince Harry plays in charity polo match
Next week will mark 25 years since the death of Princess Diana. But her work in parts of Africa lives on through a charitable organization co-founded by her son, Prince Harry. The prince played in a charity polo match at the Aspen Valley Polo Club in Colorado to raise funds for Sentebale, an organization that helps children in southern African countries.
Over 150 endangered vultures poisoned to death, many dismembered
Vultures are targeted by poachers because they draw unwanted attention to their illegal activities.
Survivors speak out on South Africa rape case
South Africa commemorated Nation Women's Day on Tuesday, but the holiday comes amid growing outrage over a brutal gang rape that is still unsolved. It's just the latest case in a string of violent attacks against women. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta spoke with several survivors about their terrifying ordeal and explains how the country is reacting.
Survivors recount horrific gang rape that has enraged South Africa
"Some of us tried to run": For eight young models, a potential career break turned into a nightmare, and a grim example of how their country is at war with its women.
Methanol found in 21 teens who died in South Africa tavern
The toxic chemical methanol has been identified as a possible cause of the deaths of 21 teenagers at a bar in the South African city of East London last month.
Boxing champion belt given to Nelson Mandela by Sugar Ray Leonard stolen
It was one of many artifacts inside the Nelson Mandela National Museum, a major tourist attraction for local and international travelers.
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Whistleblower says DEA let fentanyl pills hit the streets
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Ship burns as Iran claims 3 tankers hit mines in Strait of Hormuz
Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
Judge rejects DOJ's push to force California to set aside ballots
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Classified material missing from Epstein files, documents suggest
Experts react to new findings on CTE in former NFL players
RFK Jr. to ease access to unapproved peptides, draft policy states
