African Payment System will Unlock the Continent’s Trade Potential, President Ruto

President William Ruto has asked Member States of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) to ratify Pan- African Payments and Settlement System to enable and ease trade among the countries. The President said the African payment system will save Africa more than $5 billion annually in payment and foreign exchange transaction costs. “Instead of our traders chasing currency exchanges, they can be comfortably chasing trade initiatives,” President […]

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APO International

Qatar Partakes in Meeting of Asia, Middle East Ambassadors in South Africa

HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of South Africa Mubarak bin Nasser Al Khalifa took part in a meeting of HE Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa Ronald Lamola with ambassadors and high commissioners from Asia and the Middle East accredited to the Republic of South Africa. A host of topics of mutual interest were discussed during the meeting. Distributed […]

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Oshiwambo

Ongudu yomangeli mo Botswana, (BDP) oili pokati koshilaleko nomukonda shokudjako koshipundi

Ongudu yo mangeli mo Botswana, Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) oyo ili meweliko loPresident Mokgweetsi Masisi, okuniwe elikwato pomutima ikale yakanifa eenghono doku kwatela komesho oshilongo okushitalela moidjemo yopetameko oyo yapitifwamo fiyo opapa. Ongudu yomangeli (BDP), oya kala koshipundi oule womido 58 dadjako nopefimbo eli oya talika yataalela omashongo manene ekondjifo longudu yo Umbrella for Democratic Change ( UDC) osho ina shimonika nale mondjokonona yomahoololo oshilongo. Oo eli candidate yongudu yo UDC, Duma […]

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World

Elon Musk can continue cash prizes following judge ruling

Elon Musk can continue to give away money to US voters, following a ruling from a Philadelphia judge. The billionaire is facing a lawsuit over the controversial million-dollar prizes he's awarded to swing state voters. Legal action has been put on hold. Musk, who is publicly backing Republican nominee Donald Trump, denies any wrongdoing. Sally Patterson has more.

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Africa

Kenya High Court Lifts Bar on Deputy President Swearing-In

Kenya’s High Court has lifted a ban on the swearing-in of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, allowing him to assume office despite ongoing legal challenges by his impeached predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua. CNBCAfrica indicates that Judge Anthony Mrima emphasized the need to fill the deputy president position, though the ruling can be appealed to the Supreme Court.

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South Africa

South Africa’s OUTA calls for increased funding for key anti-corruption bodies

South Africa's Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has urged government to increase funding for key anti-corruption bodies, such as the National Prosecuting Authority and the Special Investigating Unit. They warn a lack of oversight in public-private partnerships could lead to wasted taxpayer money and inefficiency. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage criticised Finance minister Enoch Godongwana’s medium-term budget policy statement for not prioritising the fight against corruption and financial misconduct:

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Namibia

Civil Aviation Authority Hosts Aviation Safety and Security Conference

The Civil Aviation Authority convened the Aviation Safety and Security Conference, themed "Strengthening Namibia Aviation: A Future Built on Safety and Security." This two-and-a-half-day event aimed to enhance aviation safety and security through collaborative discussions on strategies to bolster these vital components of the local aviation sector.Manager of Safety Promotion and Quality at NCAA: Here is George Matroos :

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World

U.S. Presidential candidates tackling controversies in final days of campaigns

Donald Trump is campaigning in New Mexico and Nevada on Thursday, while Kamala Harris is in Arizona and Nevada. They are both covering as many swing states as they can, just five days before the U.S. Presidential election while tackling controversies. Caroline Malone reports.

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Africa

RSF Rampage in Sudan’s Gezira State Leaves Over 120 Dead

Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces launched violent attacks in Gezira state, south of Khartoum, killing at least 120 civilians and injuring many others, according to the UN and media reports as seen by Deutsche Welle. Additional sources suggest the casualty count may be even higher. The UN’s Office of Civilian Aid reported that over 47,000 people were displaced in the recent violence.

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