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

Month: February 2024

2023 Results / Page 153 of 225

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South Africa

Parliament Welcomes Western Cape High Court Decision on EFF MPs’ Suspension Appeal

South Africa's Parliament has expressed satisfaction with the Western Cape High Court's decision to dismiss the application of six EFF Members of Parliament seeking to overturn their temporary suspension. The court's ruling is connected to the state of the nation address last year when EFF leader Julius Malema, deputy president Floyd Shivambu, and four others ignored the speaker's directive to leave the chamber after staging a protest on the stage. […]

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World

Antonio Guterres calls for speedy UN reforms

The UN Secretary General says reforming the United Nations has become a top priority. Speaking at the United Nations on Thursday, Antonio Guterres said the world needs institutions that are aligned with the times. He has also called for concrete steps to be taken towards a two-State solution in the Middle East, based on UN resolutions, international law and previous agreements. Jody Jacobs reports from New York.  

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South Africa

Eskom Addresses Power Outages in Karoo Due to Severe Weather Conditions

Eskom is actively working to restore electricity supply in parts of the Karoo affected by severe weather conditions last Saturday. The outage, impacting areas such as Sutherland, Roggeveld, and Ladismith, is anticipated to be resolved by next Thursday. Eskom's major engineering teams from the Western and Eastern Cape are on-site, working tirelessly to rebuild damaged infrastructure caused by gale-force winds and heavy rain. The utility apologizes for any inconvenience caused […]

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Namibia

Job Amupanda from Affirmative Repositioning provides insights into Namibia’s unemployment situation

The GOOD Party, led by secretary-general Brett Herron, emphasizes the need for tangible solutions over well-intended yet hollow plans in President Ramaphosa's State of the Nation address. Herron highlights the insufficient redress for historical social and economic exclusion. Meanwhile, Namibia's rising unemployment rate, projected at 57.79% this year, remains conspicuously absent from parliamentary discussions. Job Amupanda from Affirmative Repositioning provides insights into Namibia's unemployment situation.  

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Namibia

Namibian Ministry Refutes Social Media Claims on Unattended Children from Angola

The International Relations and Cooperation ministry expressed concern over misleading social media messages alleging the Namibian government's neglect of wandering children from Angola in Windhoek and other towns. The Ministry clarifies that these allegations lack truth and aim to mislead the public. Penda Naanda, the Executive Director of the Ministry, provides clarification on the matter.

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Business / Economics

African Telco Sector Predicts Robust 2024 Growth

Africa's telecommunications sector is poised for a prosperous 2024, projecting a substantial $2.24 billion growth between 2020 and 2024. The expansion is driven by increasing digital adoption and the rollout of high-speed 5G connectivity, with a focus on additional services, particularly in finance. Robert van Breukelen, COO at Itemate Solutions in South Africa, highlights key factors behind this growth.  

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Business / Economics

9 February 2024 Biz News: Economic Highlights: Namibia’s Diamond Surge, NNPC’s Fuel Price Assurance, and Global Market Updates

In the dynamic landscape of global markets, several key developments have unfolded, impacting economies and industries. In this article, we delve into the latest economic highlights, ranging from Namibia's booming diamond production to Nigeria's stance on petrol prices, and the ripple effects of geopolitical tensions on oil prices and currency markets. Namibia's Diamond Production Soars: Namibia has witnessed a significant upswing in rough diamond production, reaching 2.327 million carats in […]

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World

US Senate to vote on foreign aid bill amid gridlock

Lawmakers in the United States Senate are planning to vote on a funding bill that would send billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine and Israel. The bill would provide military, security and humanitarian assistance for the war-torn nations, but it doesn't include US border security measures that were part of a wider package struck down earlier in the week. Benji Hyer reports.  

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