insert_link Sport French charities decry ‘social cleansing’ ahead of Paris Olympics By Estelle EMONET, Adam PLOWRIGHT A collective of French charities that has been a persistent critic of the Paris Olympics accused organisers on Monday of carrying out a "year of social cleansing" of the capital ahead of the start of the Games. A new report by "The Other Side of the Medal" group, which brings together 80 different charities, said Paris was following a playbook used […] todayJune 3, 2024 6
insert_link World U.S. highest court considering punishment for homeless public sleeping The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on Monday weighing up whether it's ok for a city to punish homeless people for camping on public property when they have nowhere else to go. The case was ruled against in a lower court on appeal based on the Eight Amendment against 'cruel and unusual' punishment. Caroline Malone reports. todayApril 23, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa Green Point “Tent City”: Homeless camp’s days are numbered People have been occupying this site in Green Point for more than five years. It sprung up during the Covid pandemic when many people lost their jobs. Text by Matthew Hirsch and photos by Ashraf Hendricks via GroundUp For weeks the homeless community in the tent camp near the tennis courts in Green Point have been holding their breath, awaiting eviction. At one time there were about a hundred people living […] todayFebruary 20, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Activist Rosa Namises Unveils the Intricate Nexus of Homelessness and Voting Introduction: In a compelling interview, activist Rosa Namises delves into the heart of societal challenges, unraveling the complex web that connects homelessness and the voting landscape in Namibia. As we engage in this conversation, we gain valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of the issue and the imperative to address it with urgency. The Pervasive Issue of Homelessness: Namises draws attention to the profound impact of homelessness, extending far beyond […] todayFebruary 20, 2024 17
insert_link Interview Transcripts Addressing Homelessness in Khomasdal: A Conversation with Mr. Leonardo Helmuth Bock In an exclusive interview with Leonard Witbeen, Mr. Leonardo Helmuth Bock, residing at the Khomasdal Stadium for the past four years, shed light on the challenges faced by the homeless community in the area. Mr. Bock highlighted the diverse backgrounds of those living at the Khomasdal Stadium, explaining that some were previously residing under bridges or in abandoned places, while others had come from different regions seeking refuge. The lack […] todayJanuary 20, 2024 25
insert_link World US Supreme Court to review homeless encampment rulings The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case about whether homeless people have a right to sleep on public property. The decision could have a major impact on how authorities respond to homeless encampments in the Western US. Ira Spitzer reports. todayJanuary 15, 2024 15
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
