insert_link South Africa DA Criticizes Gauteng Premier Lesufi’s Address as Lacking Practical Solutions The DA in Gauteng says premier Panyaza Lesufi presents himself as a champion of the people, yet he walks a path that leads only to further hardship for residents. The party responded to the premier’s state of the province address. In his address last week, Lesufi made promises to deal with a range of challenges including unemployment, crime, and poor infrastructure. The DA’s, Khathutshelo Rasilingwane, says the premier’s speech lacked […] todayAugust 21, 2024 3
insert_link South Africa South African National Assembly Speaker Submits Affidavit to High Court in John Hlophe Judicial Service Commission Case The speaker of the South African National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, has submitted an affidavit to the High Court concerning legal challenges to John Hlophe's designation to the Judicial Service Commission. The designation, made by Parliament in July, has been contested due to Hlophe's past removal as a judge for gross misconduct. Spokesperson Moloto Mothapo says the speaker maintains her neutral stance, noting that the decision to designate Hlophe was a […] todayAugust 21, 2024 6
insert_link Africa Africa CDC Prepares for Mpox Vaccinations Across DRC and Other Nations The Democratic Republic of Congo and other African countries could begin vaccinating against mpox within days, Africa's top public health agency announced on Tuesday to Reuters. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has been coordinating with affected countries on logistics and communication strategies to facilitate the rollout of vaccine doses, which are expected to arrive soon following pledges from the European Union, Bavarian Nordic, the United States, and […] todayAugust 21, 2024 10
insert_link World Trump campaign hacked by Iran say U.S. intelligence agencies Iran has hacked into former U.S. President Donald Trump's campaign according to U.S. security agencies. The FBI, National Intelligence Office and cybersecurity agency also said Tehran tried unsuccessfully to breach the Biden-Harris campaign. Here's Caroline Malone with the report for us from Washington. todayAugust 21, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa S.A Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services has met its target for prison inspections The S.A Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services has met its target for prison inspections. Addressing Parliament's portfolio committee on Correctional Services, director Thembelihle Nhlanzi-Ngema highlighted ongoing issues, including deteriorating infrastructure, excessive solitary confinement, and insufficient education. She also notes concerns over the use of force and unaffordable bail, emphasising the need for reforms: todayAugust 21, 2024 4
insert_link Africa Kenya’s Top Court Suspends Ruling on 2023 Finance Law Kenya's top court has suspended a lower court's ruling that declared the 2023 finance law unconstitutional. Reuters says, the court emphasized the need to maintain budgetary stability until the government's appeal is heard next month. The finance law is crucial for outlining the government's revenue-raising measures, including tax increases. todayAugust 21, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Home Affairs Halts Issuance of Section 38 Certificates for Foreign Spouses The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security ministry has suspended the issuance of Section 38 certificates of identity to foreign spouses of Namibian citizens due to non-compliance with the Immigration Control Act. According to spokesperson Margaret Kalo, the decision was made to ensure adherence to legal requirements. todayAugust 21, 2024 25
insert_link Business / Economics 21st August 2024 Morning Biz News: Telecom Namibia Boosts Network with N$100 Million Investment; Rand Weakens Ahead of Inflation Data Telecom Namibia Invests N$100 Million to Upgrade Network Telecom Namibia is committing between N$90 million and N$100 million to enhance network quality and expand coverage across the country. This substantial investment includes upgrading several mobile sites from 2G to 3G and 4G technology. CEO Stanley Shanapinda highlighted that these upgrades are aimed at significantly improving network performance and accessibility for users nationwide. South African Rand Depreciates Ahead of Inflation Data […] todayAugust 21, 2024 6
insert_link World UN Humanitarian Representative Warns of Catastrophic Consequences of Full-Scale War in Lebanon The United Nations has been told of both heightened tensions and anxieties in Lebanon, amid concerns of war breaking out there. Near-daily exchanges of fire between Israel and the Iranian-backed militia, Hezbollah, have continued since the beginning of the war in Gaza last October. Here's Mitch McCann corresponding for us: todayAugust 21, 2024 5
