insert_link Business / Economics In S.A, the ANC welcomes Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the repo rate In S.A, the ANC has welcomed the South African Reserve Bank’s decision to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing the prime lending rate down to eleven-percent. The decision was split, with two of the six monetary policy committee members voting for an unchanged rate. The ANC’s spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri, says this much-needed adjustment provides relief to South African households and businesses struggling with high borrowing costs: […] today31 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Communities mobilize to end Guinea-worm disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Salomon Kosoma, a fisherman and farmer in the north-west of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is also a community mobilizer with a strong commitment to the prevention and control of Guinea-worm disease also known as dracunculiasis. In his fifties, Salomon decided to be part of the control effort when he realized the harmful health consequences of this neglected tropical disease. "I first heard about this disease during a polio […] today31 January, 2025
insert_link APO International World Health Organization (WHO) delivers critical support to Bugna Woreda and surroundings amid humanitarian needs Bugna woreda, Amhara region, located in Ethiopia’s North Zone, has faced significant challenges due to prolonged conflict, drought, and food insecurity. Home to over 100,000 residents, endured over a year without access to essential commodities, medical supplies, and support, leaving its population in a dire state. The conflict's impact was devastating, with farmers unable to access fertilizer for the 2024 farming season, exacerbating food insecurity in an area already grappling […] today31 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Forging Sustainable Partnerships in Africa’s Mining Sector: A High-Level Reception for Global Industry Leaders As Africa’s mining industry navigates an era of transformation, CLG (www.CLGGlobal.com) will host an exclusive gathering of global investors, government representatives, legal experts, and energy industry leaders on Wednesday, 5 February 2025, to explore pathways for sustainable partnerships that drive long-term value creation. Under the theme “African Mining Investors and Government: Forging Sustainable Partnerships,” the reception will serve as a premier platform for dialogue on the evolving regulatory environment, investment […] today31 January, 2025
Namibia NCCI president calls for action on unemployment crisis https://youtu.be/T4v9HKpNWGs By: Josia Shigwedha Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) President Bisey Uirab has called for an urgent need to tackle unemployment. Uirab warns that failure to do this could jeopardize the country’s progress over the past 35 years of independence. Watch on oneafrica.tv, DStv or GOtv at 19h00 on Mondays to Fridays. today31 January, 2025
insert_link World Challenges persist to rescue man trapped in sinkhole near Tokyo Hopes are fading of rescuing a truck driver who has been trapped in a sinkhole near Tokyo for days. Worsening ground conditions have complicated rescue operations. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Tokyo. today31 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Student Union Raises Concerns Over Shortage of Qualified TVET Teachers The Student Union of Namibia is concerned about the shortage of qualified Technical and Vocational Education and Training teachers. Ketemba Tjipepa, reporting for One Africa Tv's NewsOnOne, indicates SUN president Natangwe Shikesho says the country lacks trained TVET teachers despite the subject being part of the school curriculum. Watch the latest NewsOnOne bulletin one oneafrica.tv today31 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa In S.A, EFF Criticizes Nersa’s Approval of Eskom’s Tariff Hikes In South Africa, the EFF has criticized the National Energy Regulator of South Africa for approving Eskom's tariff hikes, calling the decision unjustifiable and harmful to households and businesses. Nersa approved a 12.74% increase for 2025/2026, with smaller increases for the following years. Meanwhile, AfriForum's Morné Mostert, aims to determine whether the decision complies with legal requirements, expressing concerns that Nersa may be permitting Eskom to recover unlawful expenses through […] today31 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Parliament is progressing with e-Parliament reform Parliament is progressing with its e-Parliament reform through an IT Retreat Workshop in Otjiwarongo. According to the report compiled by One Africa NewsOneOne's Envaalde Matheus, the workshop aims to finalise key ICT projects to enhance efficiency and accessibility and improve legislative methodologies. The retreat, led by the IT subdivision, aligns with preparations for the 8th parliament. today31 January, 2025
