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South Africa

EFF Gauteng Applauds #SaveEveryDrop Campaign for Water Conservation in Ekurhuleni

the EFF in Gauteng has commended the Ekurhuleni Department of Water and Sanitation on the launch of the #SaveEveryDrop Campaign. The campaign seeks to promote water conservation and ensure a sustainable future for residents. The EFF’s spokesperson, Baleni Dumisani, says this initiative is particularly essential in light of current water challenges caused by amongst other things population growth, ageing infrastructure, technical water losses, overconsumption, drought and climate change:  

today7 November, 2024

South Africa

FF Plus Says Trump’s Victory a Triumph for Democracy and Core Values

the Freedom Front Plus says Trump’s victory is also a win for true democracy. Trump carved out a decisive victory as he won five of the seven battleground states. He is ahead in the final two yet to declare, Nevada and Arizona. FF Plus’ Corne Mulder says it is clear that sound values, security and a strong economy are still the main drives motivating ordinary voters to go to the […]

today7 November, 2024

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The former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s political advisor is traveling to America soon

  Imran Khan's party says a senior representative will travel to Washington DC soon to hold talks with US President-elect Donald Trump. Imran Khan - Pakistan's former Prime Minister - has been in jail since 2023 on multiple corruption charges, which his party alleges are politically motivated. Khan's party is hoping Trump will exert pressure on Islamabad to free the jailed leader. Hira Mustafa has more.    

today7 November, 2024

South Africa

S.A. Begins Implementing Basic Education Laws Amendment Act

S.A's Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube says her department has started with the implementation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act. President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Act into law in September but agreed to hold the implementation of two contentious clauses while discussions take place around addressing the impasse. Gwarube says they are still awaiting the presidential-led process on clauses four and five, which deal with language and admission policies: […]

today7 November, 2024

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30 October-07 November 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Key Developments and Global Trends

    Namibia's Agricultural Growth: The Namibia Berries Project Expansion The Namibia Berries Project is setting its sights on significant expansion. The project plans to grow by 75 hectares annually, targeting 240 hectares by 2026. The ambitious vision, shared by founder Michael Rodenburg, aims for long-term growth, with a potential reach of 500 hectares, depending on funding and community development. This expansion is poised to make a substantial impact on […]

today7 November, 2024

South Africa

AfriForum and Solidarity Reject Cosatu’s Claims of Apartheid Flags at BELA Protest

  AfriForum and Solidarity have dismissed Cosatu's claims that apartheid flags were displayed at the BELA protest in Pretoria. AfriForum's Kallie Kriel says the accusations are false and malicious. Adding that with over ten-thousand attendees protesting the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act, organisers noted one individual with a Vierkleur flag, who was quickly escorted off-site. He criticised Cosatu over the allegations:      

today7 November, 2024