Families in the Nigerian state of Kano have been awarded millions of dollars by Pfizer, the world's biggest drug-maker, in a settlement over a medical trial that allegedly caused deaths and injuries.
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.