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Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Planned Parenthood chapters sue over Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program restrictions
Planned Parenthood chapters across several states have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration challenging new terms that would hinder their continued participation in a long-standing program aimed at preventing teenage pregnancy. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) notified recipients of national Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program (TPPP) funds on March 31 that to continue in the program they must show they are in 'alignment with current Presidential Executive Orders,' according to the lawsuit. President Trump has signed more than 140 executive orders since taking office in January, touching on a range of issues. The department, which is named in the suit along with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., didn't immediately respond to The Hill's request for comment on the lawsuit. According to the five Planned Parenthood chapters that filed the lawsuit, the news came two years into their existing five-year agreements to operate teen pregnancy programs that by law must follow evidence-based models deemed 'proven effective in reducing unintended teen pregnancy or impacting associated sexual risk behaviors and consequences.' All recipients are required to submit yearly continuation applications, which were due April 15 this year. 'Critically, this Notice failed to provide specifics as to how to 'align' TPP Programs, which require fidelity to existing evidence-based programming, with Executive Orders that are wholly inapplicable or conflict with the purpose and historical statutory mandates of the program,' they argue in their lawsuit. 'The new requirements are impossibly vague, and to the extent they impose discernable standards at all, those standards would require funding recipients to violate the basic statutory requirements of the TPP program,' the suit adds. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
02-05-2025
- Health
- The Hill
Planned Parenthood chapters sue over ten pregnancy prevention program restrictions
Planned Parenthood chapters across several states have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration challenging new terms that would hinder their continued participation in a long-standing program aimed at preventing teenage pregnancy. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) notified recipients of national Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program (TPPP) funds on March 31 that to continue in the program they must show they are in 'alignment with current Presidential Executive Orders,' according to the lawsuit. President Trump has signed more than 140 executive orders since taking office in January, touching on a range of issues. HHS, which is named in the suit along with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., didn't immediately respond to The Hill's request for comment on the lawsuit. According to the five Planned Parenthood chapters that filed the lawsuit, the news came two years into their existing five-year agreements to operate teen pregnancy programs that by law must follow evidence-based models deemed 'proven effective in reducing unintended teen pregnancy or impacting associated sexual risk behaviors and consequences.' All recipients are required to submit yearly continuation applications, which were due April 15 this year. 'Critically, this Notice failed to provide specifics as to how to 'align' TPP Programs, which require fidelity to existing evidence-based programming, with Executive Orders that are wholly inapplicable or conflict with the purpose and historical statutory mandates of the program,' they argue in their lawsuit. 'The new requirements are impossibly vague, and to the extent they impose discernable standards at all, those standards would require funding recipients to violate the basic statutory requirements of the TPP program,' the suit adds.
Zawya
24-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Cross Switch Solidifies Market Position with New Payment Licence in South Africa
Cross Switch ( a leading provider of innovative payment solutions, has reached a significant milestone by securing its own Third-Party Payment Processor (TPPP) licence. The TPPP, issued by the Payments Association of South Africa (PASA) and sponsored by Absa, is a regulatory status that strengthens Cross Switch's position in the payments ecosystem. This achievement complements Cross Switch's recent certification as a Visa Payment Facilitator (PayFac). Cross Switch brings a highly flexible payment platform ( to South Africa, enabling business scalability and growth. The company can now independently onboard merchants, fintechs and charities, substantially enhancing its service offering and announcing itself as an essential player in the South African payments landscape. By obtaining an all-important TPPP licence, Cross Switch has reinforced its commitment to delivering quality, compliant and flexible payment solutions tailored specifically for South Africa's private and charitable sectors. Cross Switch's entry as a licensed provider brings an adaptable API that allows South African merchants to transact seamlessly on the African continent, including in key markets such as South Africa, Kenya, Morocco and Ivory Coast. For merchants looking to expand into Latin America, Cross Switch also offers Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and Chile — with new countries, both in Africa and in other emerging markets, to be announced very soon! 'This is a vital step in expanding our network and strengthening our presence across the continent,' said Mark Chirnside, CEO of Africa, Cross Switch. 'By enabling local merchants with multiple payment options, we're empowering African businesses with the tools to reach broader markets and unlock growth opportunities.' Cross Switch now enables South African businesses to confidently target rapid expansion and deeper market penetration through frictionless access to local and international payment methods via its flexible API (CS+). The single API empowers merchants to accept payments across Africa and LATAM, and accept the local payment methods. Cross Switch's immediate future in South Africa involves accelerating merchant onboarding. Contracts already signed represent a client base exceeding 1,000 merchants in South Africa. To complement over 1,000 merchants already using CS+ on the Continent. Securing this licensing is a significant step forward in the Cross Switch journey. The company strives to realise its vision of delivering modern payment solutions that meet the varied needs of merchants and non-profits. The company's highly flexible payment platform drives financial inclusion and business scalability. The company is also committed to expanding rapidly, enhancing its payment methods, and integrating advanced reconciliation engines — all underpinned by rigorous fraud prevention and risk management systems. 'Investing in South Africa is a strategic priority for Cross Switch,' said Tim Davis, Group CEO of Cross Switch. 'We're resourcing up locally to ensure we're ready to meet growing demand, and this licence and certification enable us to deliver world-class payment services that are both agile and scalable.' Cross Switch invites businesses interested in exploring robust and flexible payment solutions to connect directly at to learn how its tailored offerings can support and amplify their operational ambitions. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Cross Switch. Contact South Africa: (+27) 21 205 5818 Luxembourg: (+352) 2088 1454 About Cross Switch: Cross Switch is a payments technology company founded in 2022, operating across emerging markets, with active operations in South Africa, Kenya, Morocco, Ivory Coast and across Latin America. It provides flexible, secure and scalable solutions that support both local and cross-border transactions, helping merchants, fintechs and non-profits expand their reach and streamline their operations. Cross Switch is committed to driving financial inclusion and growth through collaboration, robust infrastructure, high service levels and a strong focus on emerging market needs.
