Freedom Newspaper : "A major drug shortage has hit the Brikama Health Center. Brikama which have a population of over 50,000 people, is currently without basic drugs. Dozens of patients were issued with prescription forms, but there was no drug at the Hospital’s main pharmacy. The patients were told to go and buy the prescribed drugs at local pharmacies. Exorbitant drug fees, has made life miserable for the sick in The Gambia. Many patients say they cannot afford the high cost of drugs in private pharmacies."
The World Cup football tournament kicks off in one week, and host South Africa is busy putting on the finishing touches. But not everyone is looking forward to the tournament. Authorites in cities including Cape Town are being accused of clearing the poor from the streets - to create a good impression for visiting fans. Al Jazeera's Haru Mutasa has more.