“NO ELECTRICITY, NO VOTE,” SOUTH AFRICANS THREATEN TO SHUN RULING PARTY ANC. (PHOTO)

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 “No electricity, no vote,” South Africans threaten to shun ruling party ANC Residents in Katlehong, a township outside Johannesburg, have resolved to boycott South Africa's upcoming local elections on November 4 due to long-standing failures by authorities to provide basic services like electricity. For over 20 years, around 180 households in the community have relied on illegal electrical connections pulled from neighboring areas to power their homes. Angry over the lack of formal grid infrastructure, residents are directing their frustration at the ruling African National Congress (ANC). "We have made a collective decision: no electricity, no vote," said community leader Lesiba Rankapole, 59. "We know it is illegal, but we had no choice because we cannot live without electricity. Our children cannot progress without electricity." "I was born ANC, but today I do not want anyone to tell me about the ANC because I am suffering," added 57-year-old resid...

GRANDFATHER AND 3-YEAR-OLD GRANDDAUGHTER NAMED AMONG LOUISVILLE UPS PLANE CRASH VICTIMS. (PHOTO).


 Grandfather and 3-year-old granddaughter named among Louisville UPS plane crash victims

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - At least 13 people were killed in the UPS plane crash near Louisville on Tuesday.

The cargo jet went down south of Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport around 5:15 p.m. as it was departing for Hawaii. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the incident.

Two of the victims have been identified as Louisnes Fedon and his 3-year-old granddaughter, Kimberly Asa. UPS confirmed the identities of the crew onboard: Captain Richard Wartenberg, First Officer Lee Truitt, and International Relief Officer Captain Dana Diamond.

“Our hearts go out to every UPSer affected and the entire Louisville community. Supporting you and ensuring access to care and resources is our top priority,” said UPS Executive Vice President Nando Cesarone.

Those seeking information about loved ones connected to the crash are encouraged to call 1-800-631-0604.


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