Georgia appeals court puts Trump election subversion case on hold

Georgia appeals court puts Trump election subversion case on hold

A Georgia appeals court has put the state's election subversion case against Donald Trump on hold indefinitely while it considers a request to disqualify the lead prosecutor over a conflict of interest. The decision is the latest indication that it's highly unlikely the former president's trial will begin before November's presidential election. As Ira Spitzer reports.

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Business / Economics

30 May 2024-6 June 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap

Weekly Economic Wrap: Navigating Regional and Global Trends In the ever-shifting landscape of global economics, the past week has brought forth a tapestry of developments across African and international markets, encapsulating both challenges and opportunities. From Namibia's soaring trade volumes to Nigeria's capital strengthening initiatives, and from South Africa's electoral ripples to international oil market dynamics, here's a comprehensive recap of the key economic events shaping the narrative: Namibia: Trade […]

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Namibia

Ray Sasman’s odyssey: “Walk With Me”

In a world often overshadowed by discord, Ray Sasman's odyssey, "Walk With Me," shines brightly as a symbol of unity and optimism. As she traverses the central part of our cuntry underway to the northeast of Namibia in support of the Walvisbay Youth Centre, Ray's steps resonate with compassion and resilience, embodying the spirit of her fellow Namibians. She paused briefly to give us an update as she passes Windhoek […]

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South Africa

South African Drug Regulator Finds No Toxins in Recalled Children’s Cough Syrup

An investigation into two recalled batches of children's cough syrup produced in South Africa by Johnson & Johnson found no trace of toxins, and no adverse events have been reported from its consumption, the country's drug regulator announced on Wednesday. Reuters reports that the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority issued the recall in April, shortly after Nigeria's regulator recalled a batch of Benylin Paediatric Syrup, also made in South […]

June 6, 2024 13

World

Germany Rocked by Another Violent Attack on Political Candidate

A far-right political candidate has been attacked in Germany in the lead-up to Sunday's European Union election. It's the latest in a spate of violent incidents targeting German candidates from across the political spectrum. Reporting for us is Trent Murray.

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South Africa

ANC has kickstarted premier nominations following the election results

In South Africa the ANC has kickstarted premier nominations following the election results. On Monday extended sessions of its Provincial Executive Committees were convened to nominate candidates for premierships in provinces where the ANC gained a majority or is likely to lead a coalition government. Each committee proposed three candidates, including two women. ANC spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri says the final candidates will undergo interviews with announcements expected early next week: […]

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Africa

Russia to Boost Military Support for Burkina Faso Amid Terrorism Fight

In a report by Reuters, Russia will send additional military supplies and instructors to Burkina Faso to enhance the West African country's defense capabilities and combat terrorism, Russian state media quoted Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as saying on Wednesday. Since a 2022 coup, Burkina Faso has been under military leadership and has hosted contingents of the Wagner mercenary force, whose founder, Yevgeny Prigozhin, died in a plane crash last August.

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Business / Economics

April 2024 Air Travel Demand Surges According To International Air Transport Association

The International Air Transport Association reported an 11.0% increase in global passenger demand for April 2024 compared to April 2023, with capacity up 9.6% and a load factor of 82.4%. International travel demand rose 15.8%, and domestic demand increased by 4, with load factors of about 82% and 82.6 respectively. All regions showed strong growth, with capacity effectively meeting demand. Here is IATA's Public and Media Relations Advisor, Linden Birns. […]

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South Africa

ANC Considers National Unity Government as Coalition Talks Intensify

The African National Congress announced its inclination towards forming a government of national unity in South Africa. However, the second-largest party expressed its unwillingness to join a government that includes some of its smaller rivals, according to Reuters. The ANC, which has governed since Nelson Mandela's historic 1994 election victory, lost its parliamentary majority in last week's election for the first time in the democratic era.

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