insert_link World North Korea may be preparing for Putin visit Satellite images suggest North Korea’s main airport may be preparing for the arrival of Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Kyodo News reports planes have been cleared from the tarmac at Pyongyang which usually precedes state visits. As Chris Gilbert reports for us. todayJune 13, 2024 62
insert_link South Africa Eskom in S.A’s Gauteng has strongly condemned the continuous vandalism of its infrastructure in Soweto Eskom in S.A's Gauteng has strongly condemned the continuous vandalism of its infrastructure in Soweto following a fire at the Zola substation. The fire broke out yesterday morning, leaving homes and businesses in the vicinity without power. Eskom’s provincial spokesperson, Amanda Qithi, says based on preliminary findings, the fire was caused by vandalism, and the transformer oil was also stolen: todayJune 13, 2024 50
insert_link Business / Economics 6-13 June 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Namibia’s Fuel Sector Divestment, African Trade Growth, and Global Market Shifts Namibia: Vitol Emerald Bidco to Divest Service Stations In a bid to uphold fair competition standards, Vitol Emerald Bidco (Pty) Ltd is set to divest from 58 Engen and Shell service stations across Namibia. This move comes as a requirement following Vitol's acquisition of Engen Ltd, with the Namibian Competition Commission imposing the condition to prevent monopolistic dominance. The decision aims to ensure a level playing field in the country's […] todayJune 13, 2024 16
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Public Enterprises minister has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections S.A's Public Enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections. Speaking at the National Union of Mineworkers national policy conference in Ekurhuleni, Gordhan highlighted state capture and its impact on unemployment. He also warned against the rise of counter-revolutionary forces as discussions continue to gain momentum, over the formation of a government of national unity: todayJune 13, 2024 30
insert_link Business / Economics US inflation unchanged in May but remains higher than that of 2023 The latest US government data shows that inflation slowed last month. But the Labor Department report highlighted that prices are still higher than this time last year. Nick Harper reports for us from Washington. todayJune 13, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Mayor of Swakopmund expressed joy at the latest addition to the Ruach Elohim Foundation Dina Namubes, Mayor of Swakopmund, expressed her heartfelt joy regarding the latest addition to the Ruach Elohim Foundation. todayJune 13, 2024 85
insert_link South Africa Inkatha Freedom Party in S.A to Join Unity Government with ANC and DA South Africa's Inkatha Freedom Party announced on Wednesday that it will join a unity government with the African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance. This development comes as parties rush to finalize agreements before the newly elected parliament convenes on Friday. Following its loss of majority in May's election, marking the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago, the ANC has been engaging with various parties to […] todayJune 13, 2024 16
insert_link Africa UN Security Council Set to Vote on Resolution Against Siege in Sudan’s al-Fashir Diplomats indicated on Wednesday that the United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on Thursday on a resolution drafted by Britain. The resolution demands an end to the siege of al-Fashir in Sudan's North Darfur region by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. According to the draft text reviewed by Reuters, the resolution also urges an immediate cessation of hostilities, de-escalation in and around the city, and the withdrawal of […] todayJune 13, 2024 14
insert_link World G7 leaders start arriving for summit in southern Italy G7 leaders including U.S. President Joseph Biden and France's Emanuel Macron are arriving in southern Italy for a critical summit. They're set to discuss how to use 300 billion dollars of frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine, amongst a host of other global challenges. Giles Gibson is following the summit for us in the Italian city of Bari. todayJune 13, 2024 41