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Anglo American completes demerger of South African coal operations

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa in the news:

  1. Anglo American completes demerger of South African coal operations: Anglo American has completed the demerger of its thermal coal operations in South Africa, it was announced today. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  2. Schroder European acquires Nantes logistics asset for EUR6 million: Schroder European Real Estate Investment Trust PLC on Monday said it has acquired a logistics property in Nantes, France for EUR6.2 million, reflecting a net initial yield 5.5%. The 8,663 square metre … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  3. Suspects behind bars for possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition: JOHANNESBURG CENTRAL – Police in conjunction with Railway police apprehended two suspects for possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition on the 05th of June 2021. Police were busy with their … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  4. Doctors’ association calls for tougher Covid-19 restrictions amid third wave fears: As Covid-19 infections are again on the rise, the SA Medical Association on Monday called for the government to impose stronger lockdown regulations. – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  5. Here are South Africa’s top 10 most searched for SUVs for around R1 million: We wanted to find out what kind luxury lifestyle we could live for a million bucks, so we dug deep into AutoTrader’s catalogue … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews

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Constitution Hill: Architecture

In a masterstroke of symbolic architecture, the Constitutional Court was built directly onto the site of the former Awaiting Trial Block. During its construction, the prison block was demolished, but its bricks were salvaged and used to build the new court’s interior walls. This was a deliberate choice to show that the very materials once used to imprison people and violate their rights are now used to protect them. The court’s design is based on the concept of Lekgotla—the traditional African practice of seeking justice under a tree. Inside the foyer, slanting columns mimic tree trunks, and light filters through “leaves” in the ceiling to create a dappled effect on the floor.