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

Month: October 2024

1499 Results / Page 148 of 167

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Africa

Ghana Confirms First Mpox Case of 2024, Testing Underway to Identify Variant

  Ghana's health service has confirmed its first case of mpox in 2024, though the specific variant has not yet been disclosed. Authorities are conducting tests to determine if the strain is clade Ib, a variant that has sparked international concern due to its rapid spread and limited available information. A health official told Reuters that this particular variant is being closely watched as its behavior remains largely unknown. Ghana […]

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Business / Economics

Container ships queue outside striking US ports

Queues of container ships are building up outside US ports on Thursday as workers enter their third day of strikes. The International Longshoremen's Association told its members to stop working over pay and automation concerns. There are concerns the strikes could prompt shortages and impact the economy. Reporting from New York is Sally Patterson .  

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Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa has restored six of eight rail corridors in Durban after extensive vandalism

  The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa has restored six of eight rail corridors in Durban after extensive vandalism during the Covid-19 period. PRASA’s Zipho Mlambo says the new trains are replacing older models, highlighting revamped stations, state-of-the-art technology, and improved safety features. She says the special trains will transport soccer fans to Saturday’s MTN 8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium:  

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Business / Economics

4 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Cash Still King in Namibia, AgriSA Optimistic, and Oil Prices Surge Amid Tensions

Bank of Namibia: Cash Remains Vital in Financial System The Bank of Namibia has emphasized the enduring significance of cash in the financial landscape, with over N$5.2 billion in circulation for 2023. Despite the growing prevalence of digital payments, cash continues to play an essential role in everyday transactions such as groceries and transportation. AgriSA Optimistic Amid Challenges AgriSA remains hopeful about the agricultural sector's potential to adapt and drive […]

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Over 200 Passengers Affected as Boat Capsizes in Lake Kivu, DRC

A tragic boat accident occurred on Lake Kivu in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday, with a vessel carrying 278 passengers capsizing and sinking. Duetche Welle reports that the South Kivu Governor Jean-Jacques Purusi reported that 78 people have been confirmed dead so far, as quoted by both Reuters and the Associated Press. Rescue efforts are ongoing, but the full extent of the disaster remains unclear. Purusi indicated […]

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South Africa

ActionSA calls for arrest of Justice and Constitutional Development minister over the VBS Mutual Bank scandal

ActionSA is calling for the arrest of Justice and Constitutional Development minister Thembi Simelane over the VBS Mutual Bank scandal. The party filed criminal charges against Simelane this week, alleging she violated the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act and committed forgery. This is in regards to a 575-thousand-600-rand loan from Gundo Wealth Solutions, allegedly used to buy a coffee shop. ActionSA’s Malebo Kobe claims documents were forged to […]

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Business / Economics

NAMCOR Partners with SLB to Enhance Energy Collaboration

The National Petroleum Corporation has signed a memorandum of understanding with global energy technology firm SLB. This partnership aims to strengthen collaboration in the energy sector, focusing on sustainability, decarbonization, and exploring new energy opportunities.Paulo Coelho: NamCor's Manager Of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations.  

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Namibia

Namdeb Workshop Addresses Gender-Based Violence in ||Kharas Region

Namdeb held a "Pathways to Care" workshop in Oranjemund, uniting various stakeholders, including government ministries, to tackle gender-based violence in the ||Kharas Region. The workshop focused on understanding the scope of GBV, mapping existing services and gaps for survivors and perpetrators, and creating a roadmap to enhance the multi-sectoral referral pathway for GBV interventions. Head Corporate Affairs and Sustainable Impact at Namdeb: Pauline Thomas Kahupi:  

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