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Nationwide protests have taken place since October 7 despite the disbanding of the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) police unit.

The demonstrators have been accused of attacking police stations and personnel. 

The rallies which are mostly attended by young people have become avenues to vent against corruption and unemployment. 

Rights groups say at least 15 people have been killed the demonstrations began in early October.

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It turns out many of the people arrested for protesting racial injustice are young suburban adults from the very neighborhoods Trump vows to protect.

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(Partner Content0 Last week saw the Rand strengthen about 0.5% against the Pound but weaken around 0.5% against the USD. The greenback strengthened almost 1% against the Pound last week.

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The last presidential debate will be moderated by Kristen Welker, a Black co-anchor of NBC's Weekend Today.

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