Progressive Caucus in South Africa Outlines Charter for Seventh Parliament

Progressive Caucus in South Africa Outlines Charter for Seventh Parliament

The Progressive Caucus in South Africa, consisting of the MK Party, the EFF, ATM, and other smaller parties, has outlined its charter for the seventh Parliament. MK's parliamentary leader, John Hlophe, told the media the aim is to strengthen South Africa's democracy, holding government accountable for a corrupt-free society. He also emphasises fighting for free quality education, healthcare, housing, water, and sanitation:

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World

US takes down floating pier in Gaza

The United States is breaking down its temporary floating pier in Gaza. The pier constructed by the US Military was envisaged to deliver more aid to the Gaza Strip but its operations were beset by weather, technical and security problems. Jody Jacobs reports.

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Namibia

Vice President Leads Groundbreaking Ceremony for N$70 Million Civic Affairs Office in Nkurenkuru

The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security ministry held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a Civic Affairs regional office in Nkurenkuru, Kavango West. Led by Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the N$70 million project is set to begin construction by August 13, and complete in two years. Nandi-Ndaitwah highlighted the office's role in improving service efficiency, including birth and death registrations, identity cards, passports, and immigration matters, while […]

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Namibia

Home Affairs Mass Registration Effort Nears Completion with Over 90,000 Served

The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security ministry is concluding its annual mass registration outreach this month, having assisted more than 90,000 individuals with essential national documents. The initiative, covering all 121 constituencies from February 5 to July 31, aims to provide birth certificates, identity documents, and duplicates, alongside processing citizenship applications. Deputy Minister, Lucia Witbooi emphasized collaboration with constituency councillors to ensure effective outreach coordination and community awareness of […]

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South Africa

City of Tshwane says it will honour its commitment to pay employees a salary increase

To South Africa, where the City of Tshwane says it will honour its commitment to pay employees a salary increase. On Monday, the Metro began wage talks with the South African Local Government Association, South African Municipal Workers' Union, and the Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union at the South African Local Government Bargaining Council. City Manager, Johann Mettler, says provision has been made to pay staff a 5.1-percent salary […]

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World

Protesting students announce nationwide shutdown in Bangladesh

Protesters in Bangladesh are enforcing a nationwide shutdown on Thursday, saying only hospitals and emergency services will be allowed to run. Six students have been killed in clashes with police and pro-government groups this week. Protesting students want an end to a controversial quota system for families of veterans who fought in Bangladesh's war of independence in 1971, saying jobs should be given on merit. Our South Asia correspondent Neha […]

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Namibia

Khorixas Town Council is set to have a public meeting this afternoon

The Khorixas Town Council is set to have a public meeting this afternoon. The council's Simson Mario //Ochurub spoke with Future Media News:

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World

Trump’s VP pick Vance promises to restore American dream

JD Vance, the millennial face of the 'MAGA' movement, has pledged to help return Donald Trump to the White House in his first speech since being named Trump's 2024 running mate. The U.S. Senator, who once compared Trump to Hitler, has joined the ranks of former critics now supporting the party's nominee. At the Republican National Convention, Vance delivered a prime-time address to an enthusiastic crowd, promoting an America-first agenda, […]

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South Africa

UDM Calls for Urgency in President Ramaphosa’s Upcoming Address

In South Africa, The UDM party says president Cyril Ramaphosa’s address this evening should not be business as usual, as he must outline the next steps for South Africa’s immediate future. The president will deliver his opening of Parliament address at the Cape Town City Hall. UDM’s secretary general, Yongama Zigebe, says while political emancipation of citizens has been achieved, they remain shackled by the bonds of poverty, joblessness, and […]

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