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South Africa’s First New Zulu King in 51 Years Crowned In Durban

5 King Misuzulu Zulu, 48, waves to supporters as South African President Cyril Ramaphosa looks on during the king's coronation at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on October 29, 2022. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Tens of thousands of people gathered at a football stadium in Durban on Saturday, October 29, to celebrate the coronation of South Africa’s Zulu king.

President Cyril Ramaphosa was to hand over the certificate to formally recognize the 48-year-old new ruler of the country’s richest and most influential traditional monarchy.

Misuzulu Zulu ascended the throne once held by his father, Goodwill Zwelithini, who died in March 2021 after a diabetes-related illness.

The crowning – the first South Africa has witnessed in more than 50 years – comes after a year of bitter feuding over the royal succession that has spilled into the courts.

Although the title of king does not bestow executive power, the monarchs wield great moral influence over more than 11 million Zulus, who make up

nearly a fifth of South Africa’s population.

Amabutho, royal regiments, clad in traditional skirts, sang songs of praise for their king.

Women wore brightly colored broad-brimmed Zulu hats and traditional wraps, while young girls in pleated skirts and beads danced on the terraces in the 85,000-seat Moses Mabhida stadium – which was built for the FIFA 2010 World Cup tournament.

Among the delegates were King Mswati III of Africa’s last absolute monarchy, Eswatini, formerly Swaziland, who is also uncle to the new Zulu king.

Zulu kings are descendants of Shaka, the 19th-century leader still revered for having united a large swath of the country as the Zulu nation, which fought bloody battles against British colonizers.

Zwelithini, who died after more than 50 years in charge, left six wives and at least 28 children.

Misuzulu is the first son of Zwelithini’s third wife, who he designated as regent in his will.

But the queen died suddenly a month after Zwelithini, leaving a will naming Misuzulu as the next king – a development that did not go down well with other family members.

The new monarch’s first name means “strengthening the Zulus”, but his path to the crown has not been smooth.

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Jamaica And UK Celebrate 60 Years Of Diplomatic Relations

As Jamaica and the United Kingdom (UK) mark 60 years of diplomatic ties, the countries are moving to strengthen relations in the areas of climate change, security, and trade at the bilateral and multilateral levels.

State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Leslie Campbell, made the disclosure as he addressed a recent ceremony at the Ministry’s downtown Kingston headquarters, to mark the occasion.

The two countries established diplomatic relations on August 2, 1962.

Senator Campbell said that Jamaica and the UK have a special relationship that has matured and transformed from centuries of colonial rule to one of mutual respect and understanding.

“The UK has stood with us over these many decades, providing vital support to sectors critical for Jamaica’s sustainable growth and development,” he noted.

Mr. Campbell said that the UK has offered “invaluable assistance” to Jamaica’s security and justice infrastructure.

He cited bilateral cooperation programs, valued at approximately 81.3 million pounds, which include support for at-risk youth, countering serious and organized crime, and the reintegration of offenders into society.

The State Minister said that Jamaica has also benefited from ongoing cooperation at the regional level in areas such as health, security, and disaster resilience and recovery.

“We are pleased that there are currently three regional programs in these areas valued at approximately 7.2 million pounds from which countries like Jamaica can benefit,” he added.

The ceremony to mark the diplomatic ties between Jamaica and the UK was among a series of events attended by the visiting British State Minister for the Americas and the Overseas Territories in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, the Right Hon. Jesse Norman, during a tour of the region.

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World Diabetes Day

Submitted by AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia

In 1991, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) established November 14 as World Diabetes Day (WDD) to raise awareness about the growing health threat posed by diabetes.1 Currently, one in 10 people worldwide are affected by diabetes.2 Luckily, there are resources available to help manage the condition.

WHAT IS DIABETES?

Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects the body’s ability to turn food into energy — a process that requires the hormone insulin.3 There are three main types of diabetes: • Type 1 diabetes is characterized by a lack of insulin production. Of those with diabetes, approximately 5% – 10% have type 1.3,4 • Type 2 diabetes is caused by the body being unable to effectively use insulin. Symptoms of type 2 can be hard to recognize, so if you are at high risk, it’s important to get your blood sugar tested regularly.3,4 • Gestational diabetes is diabetes that develops in pregnant women. Having gestational diabetes increases your risk of type 2 diabetes.3

SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), common symptoms of diabetes include:5 • Urinating (peeing) often • Feeling very thirsty • Losing weight without trying • Having blurry vision • Having numb or tingling hands or feet • Feeling very tired • Having very dry skin • Having more infections than usual

If you’re experiencing one or more of these symptoms, see your primary care provider (PCP) about getting tested.

People with type 1 diabetes usually develop symptoms as a child, teen, or young adult. Their symptoms can develop in a few weeks or months. Those with type 2 diabetes usually develop symptoms when they’re adults and symptoms can take years to appear.5

AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia (DC) has programs to help enrollees manage their diabetes at no cost! These programs include: • Active&Fit®. The program helps you stay active with daily workout classes, online videos, and a membership at participating fitness centers. • Dietitian services. These services help eligible enrollees learn the most nutritious choices for managing their health. • Healthy cooking classes. A nutritionist will provide a hands-on cooking session for a healthy meal that you’ll get to enjoy. • Howard University’s Diabetes Treatment Center classes. You can take a one-on-one or group class that will focus on healthy eating, weight-loss tips, and diabetes education. • La Clínica del Pueblo classes. These sessions include diabetes education to help you maintain your weight and nutrition while staying positive. Note these classes are in Spanish.

• Wellness Circles. These classes with health educators and wellness experts will teach you to manage your weight and improve your overall health. • Home-delivered meals. AmeriHealth Caritas DC offers medically tailored home-delivered meals to enrollees with conditions for which nutrition is a major factor in healthy outcomes.

Visit https://www.amerihealthcaritasdc.com/member/eng/healthy-living/programs.aspx for more information, or contact the AmeriHealth Caritas DC Community Outreach Solutions team at 202-216-2318 to sign up for a program. You can also visit us at our Enrollee Wellness and Opportunity Center at 1209 Good Hope Road SE, Washington, DC 20020. The Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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LIVING WITH DIABETES

As people with diabetes get older, they have a higher risk of complications, such as heart disease, kidney disease, and vision loss.3 However, managing diabetes can help prevent or delay potential health problems. Try to focus on:6 • Eating nutritious foods that are high in fiber and low in fat and calories, such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Ask your PCP about creating a diet plan with a dietitian. • Getting regular exercise. Any physical activity — whether it’s a workout class, a walk, or cleaning the house — helps lower blood sugar. Talk with your PCP to create an exercise plan for you. • Working with your PCP. They can help you create a diabetes treatment plan, which may involve diet, exercise, and/or medication. They will also order blood tests to check your blood sugar levels.

The information in this article is to help you learn more about this topic. It is not to take the place of your health care provider. If you have questions, talk with your health care provider. If you think you need to see your health care provider because of something you have read in this information, please contact your health care provider. Never stop or wait to get medical attention because of something you have read in this material.

Sources: 1.“About World Diabetes Day,” World Diabetes Day, https://worlddiabetesday.org/about/ 2.“Understanding Diabetes,” World Diabetes Day, https://worlddiabetesday. org/about/understandingdiabetes/ 3.“What is Diabetes?” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https:// www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/diabetes. html 4.“World Diabetes Day,” The United Nations, https://www.un.org/en/observances/diabetes-day

5.“Diabetes Symptoms,” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/ symptoms.html 6. “Diabetes,” Mayo Clinic, https:// www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/diagnosis-treatment/ drc-20371451

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