insert_link South Africa S.A’s Democratic Alliance has accused union federation Cosatu of being an enemy to the ten-million unemployed people S.A's Democratic Alliance has accused union federation Cosatu of being an enemy to the ten-million unemployed people. The party says the ANC, Cosatu, and the South African Communist Party, is an unholy alliance, which has contributed to the high unemployment rates through deliberate economic exclusion policies. With unemployment rates soaring to nearly 33-percent, the party claims the true minimum wage for many South Africans is zero. DA’s Mat Cuthbert pledges […] todayApril 30, 2024 29
insert_link Business / Economics Tesla CEO Elon Musk has just completed a successful trip to China, to get permission to sell his car company’s Full Self-Driving technology Tesla CEO Elon Musk has just completed a successful trip to China, to get permission to sell his car company's Full Self-Driving technology. His trip comes just after Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's visit in a bid to improve communication and relieve tensions between China and the U.S. Caroline Malone reports. todayApril 30, 2024 51
insert_link APO International Protteja Seguros Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 as Silver Sponsor [[{"value":"Insurance company Protteja Seguros has joined the Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) 2024 conference as a silver sponsor. Reflecting its commitment to supporting growth of the Angolan oil and gas market, the company will also sponsor a Financial/Insurance panel discussion during this year’s event. Fully committed to improving the quality of service and raising the competitive standard of companies operating in Angola’s oil and gas market, Protteja Seguros offers customized solutions to […] todayApril 30, 2024 11
insert_link APO International Azentio Software wins three honours at IBS intelligence (IBSi) Digital Banking Awards 2024 [[{"value":"Azentio Software (“Azentio”) (www.Azentio.com), a Singapore-headquartered technology firm owned by funds advised by Apax Partners, announced today that it has won three awards with its respective clients, at the IBSi Digital Banking Awards 2024 ceremony, held as a part of the prestigious Cedar-IBSi Digital Banking&AI Summit, on April 19 in Bengaluru, India. The company was declared Segment Winners I SME/Corporate Banking, Regional Winners I Middle East&Africa, and Segment Winners I […] todayApril 30, 2024 12
insert_link Africa How expensive it is to be poor: Prof. Abdoulaye Diabaté inspires global action against malaria at TED2024 In a stirring address at TED2024, Prof. Abdoulaye Diabaté, Head of Medical Entomology and Parasitology at the Research Institute in Health Sciences in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, and Principal Investigator of Target Malaria Burkina Faso, shared his journey with malaria and his resolute commitment to eradicating it. Prof. Diabaté's talk shed light on the devastating toll of malaria, particularly in Africa, and stressed the urgent need for transformative solutions. […] todayApril 30, 2024 41
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Electoral Commission Calls for Swift Police Probe into Alleged Fraud by MK Party South Africa's Electoral Commission has urged the police to promptly investigate allegations that the MK Party submitted fraudulent signatures to meet candidate nomination criteria. Over the weekend, reports surfaced stating that a former senior member accused the party of widespread signature forgery to meet requirements for the forthcoming national elections. A criminal complaint has been lodged with law enforcement. The IEC emphasizes the urgency of a thorough investigation to ensure […] todayApril 30, 2024 8
insert_link World U.S Secretary of State Blinken urges Hamas accept ceasefire proposal U.S Secretary of State Antony Blinken has discussed a possible ceasefire in Gaza with U.S allies in Saudi Arabia, urging Hamas to accept the proposal. Blinken has also warned Israel over its planned ground offensive in Rafah. Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayApril 30, 2024 29
insert_link Business / Economics 30 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Biz News Recap: Insights into Global Economic Developments Namibia's Beef Exports Surge in Q1 2024: Namibia's beef exports saw a significant uptick in the first quarter of 2024, with official figures indicating a total export volume of 2.9 million kilograms. The Brief reported that nearly half of these exports, approximately 1.27 million kilograms, were destined for the European Union. This surge in beef exports reflects Namibia's growing role in the global meat market. South Africa's Rand Strengthens: South […] todayApril 30, 2024 20
insert_link World U.S Gaza protests escalate with more arrests and deadlines Pro-Gaza protests are escalating on US college campuses, with more arrests and deadlines defied. In Austin, riot police have tried to break up a new encampment at the University of texas. While in New York, protesters camped out at Columbia have remained, despite the university issuing a deadline for them to leave or face suspension from the institution. Sally Patterson reports from the protest site in New York. todayApril 30, 2024 37