insert_link South Africa South Africa’s GOOD Party Criticizes Solidarity, AfriForum’s Legal Challenge to Education Law South Africa's GOOD Party says Solidarity and AfriForum’s decision to institute legal proceedings against the promulgation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment, lacks credibility and substance. The groups argue that the Act violates previous agreements and disregards critical recommendations by minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube, particularly on language and admissions policies. GOOD Party’s Secretary-General, Brett Herron, says Solidarity and AfriForum seem adamant about defending some imaginary attack […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa Western Cape Education Department Denies Teacher’s Unfair Dismissal Claim After Harassment Case In South Africa's Western Cape, the Education Department has denied claims made by a teacher that she was unfairly let go from her position, following a sexual harassment case that she filed against a fellow teacher. In a TikTok video, Kelly Manus alleged that she laid the complaint against Symphony High School principal’s husband after he touched her inappropriately. She also claims that the principal jeopardised her opportunity to […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Body of Woman Found Burned and Buried in Kavango West, Suspect Arrested Villagers in Kavango West made a tragic discovery on Wednesday when they found the burned body of 51-year-old Erna Kasiku Lufuti at Situveli Village in Mpungu constituency. Police confirmed the body was buried in a shallow grave. Reports indicate a 31-year-old Angolan man, believed to be Lufuti’s in-law, has been arrested in connection with her death. A villager, Martha Hambili, reported that Lufuti's hut was also set on fire, and […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics European auto chief calls for EU to relax environmental regulations The head of Europe's Automobile Manufacturers' Association has called on the EU to revise its environmental policies. Car makers in Europe currently have until the end of the year to substantially curb emissions or face penalties. But industry leaders fear such action could cause European brands to lose pace with the competition. William Denselow reports from Brussels. today17 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa S.A. Minister Meth to Meet ArcelorMittal Management Over Potential Shutdown South Africa's Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, is set to meet ArcelorMittal South Africa management at their Vanderbijlpark plant today to address the potential shutdown of operations in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Ministry spokesperson Thobeka Magcai, says the meeting seeks urgent solutions to mitigate the economic fallout: today17 January, 2025
insert_link World UK PM in Ukraine to Sign ‘100 Year Partnership The UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Ukraine to pledge long term military and economic support. The visit sees Starmer meet Ukrainian President Zelensky and sign what the PM's office has called a 'Landmark 100 Year Partnership'. Simon Gaitán, reports. today17 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia LPM Youth Demands Depoliticisation of National Youth Council The Landless People’s Movement Youth Command has urged the depoliticisation of the National Youth Council. This call comes after a protest in Windhoek, where young people rejected the interim board appointed by Sport, Youth, and National Service Minister Agnes Tjongarero. LPM's Duminga Ndala shared her expectations with One Africa TV’s Josia Shiwedha. today17 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Strong Growth in Export Earnings for November The Statistics Agency’s latest International Merchandise Trade Statistics bulletin reveals a 39% rise in export earnings. Ellen Shihepo from One Africa TV reports on this economic milestone and the increase from N$8.8 billion in October to N$12.2 billion in November 2024. Visit oneafrica.tv for the latest news or watch NewsOnOne weeknights at 7 today17 January, 2025
insert_link World US officials remain confident that Gaza ceasefire will go ahead this weekend The Biden administration insists it's "confident" that a ceasefire in Gaza will go ahead on Sunday, even though Israel's cabinet has delayed a vote on the agreement, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accusing Hamas of backtracking on the deal. The White House has praised the breakthrough, which would bring an end to 15 months of war. But despite approval stalling on the Israeli side, US Secretary of State Antony […] today17 January, 2025
