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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Month: August 2024

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‘Protect civilians’ amid clashes in famine-stricken El Fasher, Sudan: UN chief
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APO International

‘Protect civilians’ amid clashes in famine-stricken El Fasher, Sudan: UN chief

 Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces, Rapid Support Forces and elements of the Armed Struggle Movements in El Fasher have left civilians in the crossfire of a conflict that was triggered in April 2023 by rival militaries. “These clashes have devastating consequences for the civilian population,” Farhan Haq said in a statement. “The fighting will also further exacerbate humanitarian needs in and around El Fasher at a time when famine […]

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With United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) skills development, local governments poised for increased climate action in Ghana
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With United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) skills development, local governments poised for increased climate action in Ghana

 Local government authorities are potentially powerful vectors for action on climate change, as they typically have a mandate to realise the small and medium-sized investments communities need to build resilience at the local level. The UN Capital Development Fund recently brought together representatives from 13 districts in Ghana to unlock that potential by identifying their training and capacity-building needs for the remainder of 2024. The gathering, which wrapped up on […]

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South Africa

City of Cape Town Granted Permission for Emergency Spillway Construction

The Department of Water and Sanitation has granted the City of Cape Town permission to construct an emergency spillway on the fourth and remaining farm dam near Malmesbury, which is reported to be on the verge of collapse. The department’s spokesperson, Mandla Mathebula, says the collapse of the other three dams in Riverlands have resulted in flooding that caused severe property and infrastructure damage, leading to hundreds of people requiring […]

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World

Police footage sheds more light on Trump assassination attempt

Newly released footage from police in the United States has revealed moments of frustration, chaos and miscommunication surrounding the assassination attempt on Donald Trump last month. The former US President was nicked by a bullet in the shooting, which killed one person and injured two others at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Reporting for us is Benji Hyer.  

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Africa

DR Congo and Zambia Begin Talks After Border Closure Disrupts Key Export Route

According to Reuters, the Democratic Republic of Congo has initiated discussions with Zambia following Zambia's decision to temporarily close their border. This move came after Congolese authorities banned imported soft drinks and beer, leading to protests by transporters in Kasumbalesa, a border town. The border closure has disrupted a crucial export route for Congo, which is a major copper producer.

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South Africa

National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa says capitalism is the new apartheid

National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa says capitalism is the new apartheid. The union says under apartheid being black was a barrier to quality education, quality healthcare, and a life of dignity. Numsa’s spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, says South Africans now need to be wealthy to experience the benefits of freedom. Hlubi-Majola says without a decent income, the working class is blocked from achieving a life of dignity and genuine […]

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Business / Economics

12 August 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia Secures €7.5 Million Grant for Electrification as Global Oil Prices Stabilize and Market Volatility Persists

Namibia has received a significant boost in its electrification efforts, securing a €7.5 million grant from Germany’s KfW Development Bank. This funding, in collaboration with local agencies, aims to enhance electricity access in peri-urban and rural areas, specifically targeting the North-East and North-West regions. This initiative reflects Namibia's commitment to improving energy infrastructure and supporting economic development through increased access to reliable power. In Nigeria, the Dangote Oil Refinery, a […]

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