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

Month: October 2024

1499 Results / Page 102 of 167

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South Africa

S.A’s Police have arrested almost 15 thousand suspects during Operation Shanela in the past week

S.A's Police have arrested 14-thousand-715 suspects during Operation Shanela in the past week. This includes two-thousand-990 wanted suspects, including 84 for rape and 30 for murder. The operation also seized 127 firearms and recovered 83 stolen vehicles. Police spokesperson Amanda van Wyk highlighted the arrest of a drug mule in Ethiopia and a 25-million-rand cocaine bust at OR Tambo Airport:  

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Africa

Nigeria’s Belemaoil Resumes Operations at Oil Mining Lease 55 After Three-Year Shutdown

Nigerian independent producer, Belemaoil Producing announced the resumption of operations at its Oil Mining Lease 55, which had been halted for three years due to facility damage caused by theft. CNBCAfrica indicates that the company acquired OML 55, situated approximately 40 km west of the Bonny oil export terminal in a swampy to shallow water area, from Chevron Corp in February 2015. Operations were suspended in 2021 due to rampant […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 4

World

UN continues to raise concerns about attacks on Peacekeepers in Lebanon

The United Nations says it remains concerned about the attacks on UN Peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, with the Secretary General warning that any attacks on peacekeepers "may constitute a war crime". On Sunday, the UN reported another attack on a Peacekeeping base in Lebanon. The fourth time in as many days. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.  

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Kenya Receives Mpox Testing Kits and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Medicines for Mass Drug Administration

APO International

Kenya Receives Mpox Testing Kits and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Medicines for Mass Drug Administration

 Kenya has received Mpox testing kits and medicines for neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) from the World Health Organization (WHO), USAID, and other health partners. These supplies are set to enhance the country's efforts in combating these health challenges.  During the handover, Cabinet Secretary for Health Dr. Deborah M. Barasa emphasized the significance of these contributions in addressing the health issues faced by vulnerable communities.  She highlighted the role of mass […]

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‘Africa must continue to rise,’ says General Assembly President

APO International

‘Africa must continue to rise,’ says General Assembly President

 To meet the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the UN General Assembly President on Monday emphasised Africa’s potential and the urgent need for both international support and systemic reforms across the continent.   In a speech delivered during a debate on African development, Assembly  President Philémon Yang addressed the continent’s progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the African Union’s (AU) related framework, known as Agenda 2063.  “There has never been a better time to […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 4

Business / Economics

15 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Trustco Expands Stake, JPMorgan Enters Kenya, and Nvidia Stock Soars Amid AI Boom

Trustco Group Expands Stake in Legal Shield Holdings Trustco Group Holdings is set to increase its ownership in Legal Shield Holdings to 91.35%, following a N$468 million deal expected to close by December 31. This acquisition will encompass key assets, including Trustco Insurance, Trustco Life, and a substantial real estate portfolio, with developments like Elisenheim Lifestyle Estate and Lafrenz Industrial Park being part of the deal. JPMorgan Chase Approved for […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 17

World

Trump and Harris take to key swing state, three weeks out from election

There are three weeks to go until Americans head to the polls — and Donald Trump and Kamala Harris remain locked in a dead heat. The former US President, and current Vice-President, are hot on each other's heels, hosting duelling events in the battleground state of Pennsylvania, where the election may be won or lost. On the ground for us is Benji Hyer:  

todayOctober 15, 2024 21

Africa

World Bank Lowers Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Forecast to 3% Amid Sudan Crisis

The World Bank announced on Monday that it has reduced its economic growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa this year to 3%, down from 3.4%, largely due to the impact of Sudan's civil war on its economy. Reuters says, nevertheless, growth is anticipated to exceed last year's 2.4% rate, driven by increased private consumption and investment, according to the bank's latest regional economic outlook report, Africa's Pulse. Andrew Dabalen, the World […]

todayOctober 15, 2024 9

Namibia

Schlettwein Launches AU Water Investment Platform at Cairo Water Week

Water Minister, Carl Herman Schlettwein, attending Cairo Water Week, with emphasis on the importance of water management in tackling climate change. During the event, he launched the African Union's water investment platform, featuring a project portfolio valued at approximately N$649 billion, under the Continental Africa Water Investment Programme.Simon Nghipandulwa: The ministry's spokesperson.  

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