insert_link South Africa ANC Initiates Second Phase of Government of National Unity Process in South Africa In S.A, the ANC says the second phase of the government of national unity process, to appoint the Cabinet in line with the Constitution is underway. The ANC’s spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri says consultations with leaders of parties included in the government of national unit are underway. Bhengu-Motsiri says ten out of 18 parties joined the government of national unity initiative by Saturday and these parties represent an overwhelming majority of […] todayJune 25, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Man Dies After Alleged Stabbing with Traditional Knife in Kavango West 59 year-old Phillip Lirunga passed away in Mamono village, Kavango West Region, reportedly stabbed with a traditional knife by a known suspect. The Namibian Police Force confirmed the incident occurred around 19h30. The suspect remains at large. Lirunga sustained severe injuries to his left arm and back, leading to his death while en route to Mpora Clinic. His next of kin have been notified. todayJune 25, 2024 13
insert_link Africa Kenyan protesters have taken to the streets in their thousands – what the law says about their rights By John Mukum Mbaku, Weber State University Across Kenya, thousands of mostly young citizens are protesting against tax proposals tabled by President William Ruto’s administration in its annual budget legislation. Using hashtags like #RejectFinanceBill2024 and #OccupyParliament, protesters have held demonstrations against the finance bill since 18 June 2024. They believe its proposals burden salaried Kenyans, entrepreneurs and consumers. They argue that it goes against […] todayJune 25, 2024 13
insert_link APO International Radisson Hotel Group bolsters African presence with 7 additional hotels and over 1,200 new rooms including a landmark entry in Tanzania [[{"value":"Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotels.com) is delighted to announce the addition of seven new hotels, adding over 1,200 hotel rooms to its African portfolio and its debut in Tanzania within the first half of 2024. With those additions, the Group’s footprint in Africa has grown to nearly 100 hotels in operation and development, placing the Group well on track to reach its goal of 150 hotels within the next five years. […] todayJune 25, 2024 8
insert_link APO International Bringing Finance to African Energy Projects: African Energy Chamber (AEC) to Host Energy Players in Europe’s Financial Capital [[{"value":"Global investment in upstream oil and gas is set to reach $570 billion in 2024, showing a 7% rise compared to 2023 expenditure. Of this, 33% is expected to be directed towards frontier fields, presenting a strategic opportunity for undeveloped oil and gas markets in Africa. With lack of investment representing one of the biggest challenges to project development across the continent, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) will host […] todayJune 25, 2024 12
insert_link APO International Dabar Media Launches in Africa and Secures $100,000 in Seed Funding from Angel Investors [[{"value":"Dabar Media (www.TheDabar.com) proudly announces its launch in Africa, bolstered by a successful $100,000 seed funding round from angel investors. This significant funding milestone enables Dabar to expand its offerings beyond being an online media news platform, enhancing its reach and impact globally. With this investment, Dabar has successfully extended its presence to the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and Nigeria, boasting more than 9,300 daily readers within six […] todayJune 25, 2024 8
insert_link APO International Cultivating Hope: Ivorian Cocoa Farmers’ Path to Empowerment [[{"value":"On a misty morning in rural Cote d’Ivoire, Delphine Papo deviates from her usual routine. Instead of trekking 4 kilometers through the fog to her cocoa plantation, she’s headed to a special class. The Watté United Brothers Cooperative (SCUW) is hosting a demonstration of cocoa tree fertilization, and Delphine is eager to attend. “I have heard from other farmers that their harvest increased dramatically after joining SCUW’s cooperatives on-farm training. […] todayJune 25, 2024 8
Namibia Exploring the link between poverty and teenage pregnancies https://youtu.be/1F9gR09k0Ck By Finna Kahili Is there a link between poverty and teenage pregnancies? To find out, News on One spoke to Sociologist from the University of Namibia (UNAM) and a local human rights activist, and according to them, there is a close link between poverty and teenage pregnancies in the country. They noted that young girls from impoverished or low-income households often […] todayJune 25, 2024 17
insert_link 2 Africa Kenya youth protesters gear up for nationwide strike By Rose TROUP BUCHANAN Kenya braced for a national strike Tuesday following a call by youth protesters for a sweeping shutdown, as opposition to the government's proposed tax hikes gathers momentum. The mainly Gen-Z-led demonstrations have taken President William Ruto's government by surprise, with the Kenyan leader saying over the weekend that he was ready to speak to the protesters. Discontent over the already […] todayJune 25, 2024 31 2
