insert_link World Harris and Trump neck and neck in swing U.S states U.S Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump are virtually neck and neck across the seven battleground states with just two weeks left of campaigning before the 2024 election - according to a new poll. A Washington Post-Schar School poll of more than 5,000 registered voters during the first half of October, found both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump with 47 percent support among those who said […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link Africa Mozambique Police Clash with Protesters Following Fatal Shootings of Opposition Figures On Monday, police in Mozambique fired teargas and live bullets at protesters in the capital, Maputo, who had gathered to demonstrate at the site where two opposition party figures were shot dead following a disputed election. CNBCAfrica reports that police officers used handguns while attempting to disperse the crowd. According to Adriano Nuvunga, director of Mozambique's Centre for Democracy and Human Rights, two journalists and a security guard were injured […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link Africa M23 Rebel Group Expands Control in Eastern DRC with Capture of Kalembe The M23 rebel group has captured the town of Kalembe in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, further extending its influence in the area, according to an official and a former lawmaker, as seen by Reuters. The Tutsi-led M23 has been conducting an insurgency in the conflict-ridden eastern region since 2022. Both Congo and the United Nations have accused neighboring Rwanda of providing support to the group through its own troops […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Telecom Works to Restore VSAT Services After Satellite Outage Telecom has announced its efforts to restore full functionality to its VSAT fixed and mobile services following a satellite outage on October 19. The company is committed to quickly resuming services and has assured customers that regular updates will be provided during the restoration process. From Telecom: Nomvula Kambinda. today22 October, 2024
insert_link World UN Accuses Israel of Deliberate Attack on Peacekeeping Site in Southern Lebanon The United Nations has accused the Israeli army of intentionally destroying a watchtower and fence at one of its peacekeeping sites in southern Lebanon. This incident is part of a series of recent attacks on peacekeeping bases, as Israel's military continues to pressure the UN peacekeepers to leave their positions along the Blue Line. From New York where the United Nations is headquartered, Jody Jacobs: today22 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 22 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Developments and Financial Indicators 1. Rössing Uranium's Investment Boosts Local Employment in Swakopmund Rössing Uranium has made a significant investment of N$20 million in the construction of a new police station in Swakopmund, generating over 100 jobs for local residents since the project began in July. According to The Brief, the development is currently 46% complete and is expected to be finalized by January 2025. This initiative not only aims to enhance community […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Energy Minister Highlights Carbon Reduction and Clean Energy Initiatives South Africa's Energy and Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says the Independent Power Producer Programme aims to cut carbon emissions by 350 to 420 million tonnes annually. He noted savings of 5.1-billion-rand, and emphasised solar and wind energy adoption. Het says with 141 preferred bidders across nine bid windows, the ministry is accelerating clean energy projects and exploring online auction models to streamline bid evaluations: today22 October, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical Government Implements Health Standards to Address TB Among Mine Workers The government has officially adopted the Mine Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures from the SADC Health Desk, focusing on improving the prevention, screening, and treatment of tuberculosis in the mining sector. The signing of these procedures involved the officials from the Mines and Energy, as well as Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation ministries, emphasizing a commitment to worker health. Here is Ben Nangombe: Executive Director in the Health […] today22 October, 2024
insert_link World Texas death row inmate will not testify after being subpoenaed to save him from execution To the U.S now, where Robert Roberson (PRONO: Row-ber-son) will not testify in a hearing on Monday, after a bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers took unprecedented measures to subpoena the death row inmate to save him from execution last week. Many believe Roberson is innocent and that his conviction of shaking his 2-year-old- daughter Nikki to death hinges on "junk science." Reporting for us now is Toni Waterman: today22 October, 2024
