insert_link Uncategorized S.A’s GOOD Party Criticizes City of Johannesburg’s 2.5-Billion-Rand Loan from French Development Bank In South Africa, the GOOD Party says the City of Johannesburg's approval of a 2.5-billion-rand loan from the French Development Bank places an unnecessary financial burden on residents. The loan, supported by ActionSA, the DA, and the ANC, was opposed by GOOD due to a lack of transparency and project plans. The party’s Matthew Cook argues the loan violates the Municipal Finance Management Act and is a result of transactional […] todayJuly 26, 2024 13
insert_link World Biden & Netanyahu discuss ceasefire deal US President, Joseph Biden has met Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House - the first meeting in Washington during iden's presidency. They discussed the ceasefire deal with Hamas - which although proposed weeks ago, has not been agreed upon. And the release of dozens of hostages still being held by Hamas. It all comes a day after Netanyahu's controversial address to Congress - which saw thousands of […] todayJuly 26, 2024 15
insert_link Sport Priestman out as Canada Olympic coach after more drone spying found Bev Priestman was removed as head coach of the Canadian Olympic women's football team Thursday night after Canada Soccer found evidence of drone spying before the Paris Olympics. A day after Canadian assistant coach Jasmine Mander and analyst Joey Lombardi were sent home from the Paris Olympics for flying a drone over a New Zealand training session, Canada Soccer suspended Priestman. "Over the past 24 hours, additional information […] todayJuly 26, 2024 11
insert_link Africa Kenyan Police Detain Protesters Including Activist Boniface Mwangi Kenyan police detained several individuals on Thursday as they attempted to deliver a petition to the president's office and lay flowers in memory of those killed during anti-government protests a month ago says Reuters. Among the detainees was Boniface Mwangi, a prominent activist. Protester Hanifa Adan reported on X that some parents of those killed in the June 25 protest were also detained. todayJuly 26, 2024 18
insert_link World Kamala Harris says world cannot become ‘numb’ to suffering in Gaza US Vice President, Kamala Harris says the world cannot become "numb" to suffering in Gaza, speaking after meeting the Israeli prime minister.Benjamin Netanyahu also held talks with President Joseph Biden on Thursday, where they discussed ongoing efforts to secure a ceasefire deal. He is expected to meet with former President Donald Trump on Friday - who is vying to return to the White House in November. Sally Patterson has more. […] todayJuly 26, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa S.A President has appointed deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya as country’s first female Chief Justice President. Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya as South Africa’s first female Chief Justice with effect from the first of September. She will take over from the incumbent, Raymond Zondo, whose term in office expires at the end of next month. Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says Maya’s appointment follows the president's consultation with the Judicial Service Commission and the leaders of political parties represented in the National […] todayJuly 26, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 26 July 2024 Morning Biz News: Key Developments Impacting the Market Cabinet Approves Baynes Hydropower Project The Namibian Cabinet has given the green light for the implementation of the bi-national Baynes Hydropower Project. This approval also includes the expedited construction of a road to the project site, set to commence in September. The decision follows a June meeting between Angola’s Minister of Energy and Water, Joắo Baptista Borges, and Namibia’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo. During the meeting, […] todayJuly 26, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Revenue Agency Recovers N$20 Million from Fishing Companies The Namibia Revenue Agency has recovered N$20 million from 14 fishing companies between May 1 and July 19. This was achieved through administrative summons and collaboration with third parties, including commercial banks, to address outstanding tax liabilities. The recovery efforts are part of NamRA's intensified campaign against deliberate tax evasion in the fishing industry. Namra spokesperson, Steven Ndorokaze. todayJuly 26, 2024 62
insert_link World The U.N’s Antonio Guterres calls for urgent action to curb extreme heat The United Nations Secretary General has issued an urgent call to action to better protect billions around the world exposed to crippling effects of extreme heat. Global temperatures have been rising unabated, with Sunday, Monday and Tuesday this week having been the hottest days recorded. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayJuly 26, 2024 10
