KwaZulu-Natal issues snowfall warnings

KwaZulu-Natal issues snowfall warnings

Disaster management teams in KwaZulu-Natal have been activated in response to forecasts of possible snowfall next week. Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi told residents to expect extremely cold temperatures on Monday and Tuesday, particularly in areas around the Drakensberg mountains. The department’s Senzelwe Mzila has more. This time around disaster teams will ensure that they put all the necessary measures in place to prevent a situation […]

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APO International

Cameroon: Civil society members arbitrarily detained in Garoua must be immediately released

The Cameroonian authorities must immediately release three supporters of the association Pouvoir au Peuple Camerounais (Power to the People of Cameroon – PPC) and their relatives arbitrarily arrested and detained for a fortnight and put an end to arbitrary arrests and detention in the country, Amnesty International said today. On 9 September, three supporters of the PPC, Moustapha Tizi, Mohamadou Ballo and Ibrahim Oumarou were arrested allegedly for wearing t-shirts […]

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Environment

Namibia Nature Foundation launches ‘People and Wildlife Fellowship’

The Namibia Nature Foundation has launched the Oppenheimer Generations Research Fellowship in People and Wildlife. This fellowship, established in collaboration with Oppenheimer Generations Research and Conservation, has been awarded to Professor Morgan Hauptfleisch, the Director of Research at NNF.

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Business / Economics

Consumer Credit Bill to be tabled by Parliament next year, says NAMFISA’s annual report

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority has released its annual report which outlines the implementation of key financial regulations and the resolution of 91% of 691 complaints, resulting in N$14.7 million returned to complainants. Namfisa CEO, Kenneth Matomola said most complaints were from micro-lenders, insurers, and pension funds. He also revealed that the Consumer Credit Bill will be tabled by Parliament next year.

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Environment

Prince William is heading to South Africa for the Earthshot Prize ceremony

Prince William is heading to South Africa for the fourth edition of the Earthshot Prize ceremony in November in Cape Town. He launched this initiative in 2020 to search for the most innovative solutions to the world's greatest environmental challenges. Fifteen Earthshot Prize finalists have been announced, they include Advanced Thermovoltaic Systems, Amazon Sacred Headwaters Alliance, and Green Africa Youth Organisation.

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World

Zelenskyy thanks Ramaphosa for support amid war

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked President Cyril Ramaphosa and South Africa for supporting his country's territorial integrity amid the war with Russia. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York. Zelenskyy has emphasized that only the unity of world leaders can force Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop the war.

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World

Former CIA executive warns against risks of Lebanon ground invasion

The United States, European Union, and United Kingdom are calling for an immediate 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel's military has meanwhile suggested it could launch a ground invasion in Lebanon. Former National Security Executive at the CIA Ralph Goff says a ground invasion would be risky.

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South Africa

SA’s Ramaphosa outlines G20 priorities at the United Nations

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country will focus on climate financing, United Nations reform, and fair vaccine distribution as it prepares to assume the presidency of the G20 summit next year. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he highlighted the urgency of addressing Africa’s under-development and tackling global inequality.

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Namibia

Roads Authority and NamPol mark Road Safety Day

The Roads Authority and the Namibian Police Force marked Road Safety Day today, focusing on preparations for the festive season. The event offers vehicle owners free testing to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before the holiday travel period. Here’s the spokesperson for the Roads Authority, Hileni Fillemon.

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