insert_link APO International Unemployment, unreliable electricity supply, and corruption are South Africans’ top concerns, Afrobarometer pre-election telephone survey shows [[{"value":"The most urgent problems that South Africans want their government to address are unemployment, unreliable electricity supply, and corruption, according to a new Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) telephone survey ahead of general elections on 29 May. Citizens also cite economic issues including inflation, poverty, and management of the economy. As citizens prepare to go to the polls, a majority of them are dissatisfied with the way democracy is working in their country, […] todayMay 24, 2024 6
insert_link APO International Experienced Trio Return for Springbok Women’s Sevens [[{"value":"Three stalwarts have been recalled to the Springbok Women’s Sevens squad to contest the HSBC SVNS 2024 play-off tournament in Madrid next weekend, with head coach Renfred Dazel opting for experience for the most important tournament of the season. Former captain Sizophila Solontsi, playmaker Libbie Janse van Rensburg and wing Veroeshka Grain were recalled by Dazel, who also roped in Byrhandrѐ Dolf in a fourth change to the squad that […] todayMay 24, 2024 4
insert_link APO International A lifeline for remote areas cut off from health care in South Sudan [[{"value":" Twelve years after gaining independence, South Sudan still has some of the worst health indicators in the world. Its life expectancy is among the lowest globally, at only 62 years. Water and food has been scarce in recent years, and frequent flooding and severe droughts—which have worsened due to climate change—have made health care more inaccessible at times it’s needed most. Less than half of the population lives within 3 miles of a […] todayMay 24, 2024 8
insert_link Lifestyle How do I plan for my retirement? Step one – start right away By Bomikazi Zeka, University of Canberra Planning for retirement is important because it will help you build the nest egg you’ll need to financially sustain your retirement years. Past studies have shown that those who plan for their retirement are more likely to be better off at retirement compared to those don’t. The sooner the planning process gets underway, the better. This gives your money […] todayMay 24, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa S.A Union welcomes the ANC’s firm commitment to deliver a Universal Basic Income Grant S.A union, Cosatu has welcomed the ANC’s firm commitment to deliver a Universal Basic Income Grant, including finalising a policy and financing framework for it by the incoming Administration. South Africa, under the leadership of the ANC, has done well to ensure some sort of social relief from the state for 27-million of the most impoverished compatriots. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says the envisaged UBIG will play a critical role in […] todayMay 24, 2024 26
insert_link World Indian police arrest one man in Bangladesh MP “murder” case Indian police have arrested one man who they say was involved in the alleged murder of a Bangladesh MP. Anwarul Azim Anar, a member of Bangladesh's ruling Awami League party disappeared in India's West Bengal state earlier this month. Ishan Garg brings us the latest. todayMay 24, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Oshikoto Regional Council has refuted reports of allegedly stolen drought relief food The Oshikoto Regional Council has refuted reports of allegedly stolen drought relief food in the region. reporting for us is our Northern correspondent Maria Namupala. todayMay 24, 2024 57
insert_link APO International Equatorial Guinea: Presidential audience with Committee of the Intelligence and Security Service in Africa (CISSA) delegation [[{"value":"The Head of State and Government, H. E. Obiang Nguema Mbasogo received a delegation from the Committee of the Intelligence and Security Service in Africa (CISSA) in audience on Thursday 23 May, at the People's Palace. The aim of the audience was to discuss aspects of the organisation's upcoming conference in Gabon. The CISSA troika delegation arrived in Malabo on Thursday, and was received by one of the founding fathers […] todayMay 24, 2024 7
insert_link APO International Ministry of Health, World Health Organization (WHO) Partner to Enhance Primary Care Networks in Isiolo [[{"value":"The Ministry of Health, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) is spearheading a series of workshops in Isiolo County to introduce Primary Care Networks (PCNs). These networks represent a significant advancement in the healthcare system, aimed at bolstering Primary Health Care. This week's workshops are attended by Sub-county health management teams, along with stakeholders from various health providers, civil society, and other government ministries. WHO's backing includes the […] todayMay 24, 2024 6
