insert_link South Africa South African President Appoints Former Opposition Leader as Agriculture Minister South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa appointed former opposition leader, John Steenhuisen as Minister of Agriculture on Sunday, integrating the Democratic Alliance and other parties into his new coalition cabinet says Reuters. Ramaphosa's African National Congress was compelled to form alliances with rival parties to retain power after losing its majority for the first time in three decades in the May 29 election. The announcement of the new government of national […] todayJuly 1, 2024 10
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: 16 Years On Advocating for Universal Basic Income Grant to Tackle Poverty and Reduce Fraud: Insights from Rinaani Musutua Rinaani Musutua of the Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia passionately argues for the implementation of a universal basic income grant (BIG) as a solution to generational poverty in Namibia. For nearly two decades, the coalition has advocated for a monthly grant of 500 Namibian dollars for every Namibian aged 0 to 59. Musutua asserts that this approach will mirror the success of the current old age grant, which has […] todayJuly 1, 2024 8
insert_link Africa Nigeria Imposes Curfew Following Deadly Blasts Nigeria’s military has imposed a curfew in parts of the country after a series of deadly blasts in northeastern Borno state killed at least 18 people and injured 30 others. Officials report that the victims include children and pregnant women. One of the attacks reportedly claimed six lives at a wedding ceremony. Suspected suicide bombers also targeted a funeral and a hospital in the town of Gwoza. A 15-year insurgency […] todayJuly 1, 2024 5
insert_link Business / Economics 1st July 2024 Morning Biz News: OK Foods Cuts Costs, Rand Rallies, Oil Prices Rise, and Euro Gains Amid Political Shifts OK Foods Leads with Significant Basket Cost Reduction OK Foods has demonstrated remarkable cost management, recording the largest year-on-year decrease in basket cost among the seven stores surveyed by The Brief. The basket cost, which was close to N$1100 in June last year, has dropped by 11.65% to N$984.11 this past June. This reduction highlights OK Foods' commitment to providing value to its customers amidst challenging economic conditions. South African […] todayJuly 1, 2024 16
insert_link World Big win for far-right in first round of French elections The far-right National Rally has dominated the first round of voting in French parliamentary elections. According to exit polls the anti-immigration party secured 34 percent of the vote while the left-wing coalition won roughly 28 percent. Emmanuel Macron's centrists came third. The French President is urging voters to unite to block a National Rally majority in the runoff election on July 7th. William Denselow reports from Paris. todayJuly 1, 2024 12
insert_link Sport Russell wins Austrian Grand Prix, Verstappen fifth George Russell claimed a dramatic victory for Mercedes on Sunday after a sensational late collision between series leader Max Verstappen of Red Bull and his nearest rival Lando Norris of McLaren in the closing laps of an action-packed Austrian Grand Prix. It was the British driver's second career victory, endorsing the improved form of the Mercedes team in recent races, as he made the most of Verstappen’s impulsive and […] todayJuly 1, 2024 7
insert_link Sport England avoid shock at Euro 2024 as Spain ease into quarterfinals England escaped an embarrassing exit from Euro 2024 on Sunday as they came from behind to beat Slovakia in extra time and reach the quarterfinals, while Spain defeated surprise package Georgia 4-1 to set up a mouthwatering quarterfinal showdown with hosts Germany. A Jude Bellingham overhead kick deep in injury time and a Harry Kane strike early in extra time allowed England to beat Slovakia 2-1 in their last-16 […] todayJuly 1, 2024 12
insert_link World U.S Supreme Court due to rule on Trump immunity case The US Supreme Court is expected to give its ruling on Monday on the case concerning Donald Trump's claims of presidential immunity. The former US President faces four charges related to attempts to subvert the results of the 2020 election. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has the details. todayJuly 1, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa Johannesburg Residents Experience Minor Earthquake Johannesburg Emergency Management Services says some residents experienced an earthquake of around magnitude three Saturday night. Spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi says the tremor was felt in several areas, including Soweto, Roodepoort, Naturena and Kibler Park: todayJuly 1, 2024 7
