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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Month: January 2024

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World

US border reforms could be unveiled this week

US lawmakers could unveil sweeping new border reforms this week, according to sources. After weeks of closed-door negotiations, a bipartisan immigration proposal could be on the cards - marking the first major policy overhaul since the 1990s. The bill would aim to reduce unprecedented levels of illegal crossings along the southern border. Sally Patterson has more.  

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Namibia

Fatal Road Crash near Ondangwa Claims Eighth Victim as Death Toll Rises

Tragedy struck on Friday between Ondangwa and Uukwiyuushona in a fatal road crash, resulting in the death toll climbing to eight as one hospitalized victim succumbed on Monday. Inspector Thomas Aiyambo, Head of the Oshana Community Policing Sub-division, confirmed the incident, specifying that the collision occurred at Okashandja village. The accident allegedly involved a white Toyota pick-up from Ondangwa and a white Toyota Rush from Oshakati, colliding head-on after the […]

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South Africa

ANC Suspends Former President Jacob Zuma’s Membership Amidst Endorsement of uMkhonto weSizwe

The ANC Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula, announces the National Executive Committee's decision to immediately suspend the membership of former President Jacob Zuma. The suspension is based on exceptional circumstances justifying such action, as outlined in Rule 25.60 of the party's Constitution. Zuma's public endorsement and support for the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe have been cited as actions impairing the integrity of the ANC, leading to this significant disciplinary measure.

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Africa

Neglected tropical diseases persist in the world’s poorest places: four reads about hurdles and progress

  By Nadine Dreyer, via The Conversation It’s sobering to reflect that “neglected tropical diseases” are referred to as “neglected” because they persist in the poorest, most marginalised communities even after being wiped out in more developed parts of the world. A variety of pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungi and toxins, cause neglected tropical diseases, which include dengue, chikungunya, leprosy, lymphatic filariasis and yaws. They inflict tremendous suffering because […]

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Africa

Kenya’s healthcare workers abuse a third of teen mums from informal settlements – study

      By Anthony Idowu Ajayi, African Population and Health Research Center and Caroline W. Kabiru, African Population and Health Research Center Adolescent pregnancy is a global public health concern: in 2022, about 13% of girls and young women gave birth before the age of 18. Compared with women in their early 20s, adolescents are more susceptible to maternal deaths. Pregnancy-related complications are among the leading causes of death […]

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Africa

Niger and Russia are forming military ties: 3 ways this could upset old allies

    By Olayinka Ajala, Leeds Beckett University In July 2023, Niger’s military took over in a coup just two years after the country’s first transition to civilian power. The coup has brought into sharp focus the role of foreign countries in Niger’s politics. Before the coup, France and the US were the main security allies of Niger. But the coup leaders, led by General Abdourahamane Tchiani, were open about […]

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Will Kenya’s strategic mining reforms catalyse a sector renaissance?

    By Bonface Orucho, via bird story agency Kenya's mining and extractives sector is flourishing, reaping the rewards of recent reforms that promise to increase sector revenues as the country positions itself for economic gains from the burgeoning industry. From legal and legislative reforms to seamless mapping and surveying of available resources, the East African country is showing increased interest in tapping into new revenue-generating opportunities in the sector. […]

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Advance voting in Finland’s presidential elections in South Africa for a second round in 2024
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Advance voting in Finland’s presidential elections in South Africa for a second round in 2024

The advance polling stations abroad will be located in Finland’s diplomatic and consular missions or their offices in 89 different countries. A total of 220 advance polling stations will be open abroad. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is responsible for organising advance voting in Finland’s missions abroad and on board Finnish ships sailing outside the Finnish territory during the advance voting period. The Ministry of Justice has the overall responsibility […]

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Ambassador Zhou Pingjian: “China Firmly Behind Global South”
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Ambassador Zhou Pingjian: “China Firmly Behind Global South”

On 29th January, 2024, Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, Dr. Zhou Pingjian's article China Firmly Behind Global South was published on The Star. The full text goes as follows: The 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit and the Third South Summit, held recently in Uganda, were a testament to the enduring strength of multilateralism and cooperation among developing nations. These summits convened a diverse array of high-level dignitaries, including heads of state and government, reaffirming the NAM's […]

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