Month: September 2024

 The Standing Committee on Finance has resolved to conduct a second round of public hearings on the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Amendment Bill [B26-2018], in consultation with the office of the National Assembly Speaker. The Bill was tabled in 2018 as private member’s Bill in the name of a Member of Parliament, Mr Julius Malema. It then lapsed at the end of the 6th Parliament and has since been […]

 The Word Food Programme (WFP) today welcomed a contribution of US$1 million from the Republic of Korea to meet the nutrition needs of 22,000 people adversely impacted by the El Niño-induced drought, which has exacerbated food insecurity across Zimbabwe. An estimated 5.9 million people living in rural Zimbabwe and 1.7 million in urban areas are expected to face food insecurity during the lean season, the period between household food depletion […]

 The Portfolio Committee on Police has reiterated that regaining trust between the police and communities will encourage increased reporting of crimes. The committee received a detailed briefing on the Victims of Crime 2023/24 survey from Statistics South Africa and the overwhelming view was that the survey gives a different perspective, from the eyes of the victims of crime, and will enhance the response from the South African Police Service (SAPS). […]

 President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan, led an award ceremony today recognizing home caregivers who have dedicated 15 or more years to serving the Seychellois community. Organized by the Health Care Agency (HCA), the event was held at the International Conference Centre this afternoon. A total of 79 caregivers were celebrated for their outstanding contributions to the care and well-being of Seychellois citizens. The ceremony underscored the […]

 “Don’t miss a single minute. Get on with it!” That was the message from the Force Commander of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to more than 130 women peacekeepers who joined him for a virtual conversation about their role in serving and supporting the country on its journey from conflict to peace. The meeting with female military, police, justice and corrections personnel was hosted by the Pilot […]

 Today, the United States announced over $100 million in emergency food assistance to support food-insecure populations in South Sudan. Through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Commodity Credit Corporation allocation, this funding will help to purchase, ship, and distribute approximately 42,000 metric tons of food commodities from American farmers to approximately one million people experiencing acute food insecurity in South Sudan. USAID, the lead federal coordinator for international disaster assistance, will […]

 The Forestry and Wildlife Authority held a meeting on 9 September to review the implementation of 2024 activities and discuss development programs for 2025. The meeting, attended by concerned institutions and partners, included presentations by representatives from the Anseba, Gash Barka, Northern Red Sea, Southern, and Central regions. They shared reports on their achievements and the challenges they encountered. Col. Kinfe Habtom, General Manager of the Authority, gave a comprehensive […]

 Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) provided equipment and medical supplies to strengthen the practical training capabilities of Dakar Municipality’s Health Vocational School (EMPS). To facilitate student research in the field of health, 20 new computers were installed in the school’s library, along with a laser printer. Additionally, 5 video projectors were provided to enhance the quality of visual training for midwifery and nursing students. The opening ceremony for the […]

 Today, the United States, through USAID, announced $2 million in additional humanitarian assistance in response to widespread flooding in Chad. Since late July, ongoing heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding in Chad has impacted nearly 1.5 million people countrywide, resulted in the deaths of at least 341 people, washed away livelihoods, and compounded significant pre-existing humanitarian needs. Chad is already facing concurrent crises in various parts of the country, including ongoing […]