insert_link World Trump fundraising outpaces Biden for first time Fund-raising for former president Donald Trump's reelection campaign has outpaced that of his democratic rival President Joseph Biden for the first time. The Republican presidential candidate raised more money than Biden in April according to his advisers, as the pace of giving to Mr. Biden's campaign slowed significantly. Our Washington correspondent Kate Fisher reports for us. todayMay 22, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa South African political activist Attributes ANC’s Decline to Departure from Liberation Roots South African political activist, Raymond Suttner asserts that the decline of the ANC stems from its deviation from its liberation movement essence. In a recent column, he highlights the party's shift from a grassroots-centered movement to a conventional political entity, influenced by Western advisors. Suttner argues that this move towards modernization and normalization has created a disconnect between the ANC leadership and the populace. todayMay 22, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa ActionSA President to Deliver Progress Report on Hammanskraal Water Crisis Resolution Efforts ActionSA president, Herman Mashaba together with Tshwane deputy mayor, Nasiphi Moya, will today be presenting a progress report on the bid to end the Hammanskraal water crisis. This follows substantial advancements made at the Rooiwal Water Waste Treatment Plant. ActionSA’s, Malaika Ditabo, says the party has championed the Hammanskraal water issue, instituting its own water inquiry to independently verify the quality of water residents received: todayMay 21, 2024 27
insert_link World China sanctions 3 US defence firms on same day Taiwan president inaugurated China's Ministry of Commerce announced sanctions against Boeing and two other US defense companies for arms sales to Taiwan on Monday, the day of Taiwan's presidential inauguration. The move is the latest in a series of sanctions Beijing has announced in recent years against defense companies for weapons sales to Taiwan, a self-ruled island that China considers as part of its own territory. Reporting for us is Laura Westbrook. ENG […] todayMay 21, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Tax Relief Fra Ahead: Namibia’s Minister Shiimi Promises Benefits for Taxpayers Finance Minister, Iipumbu Shiimi has announced forthcoming tax relief measures, including raising the tax threshold to N$100,000, which will exempt individuals earning up to this amount from income tax. The amendment, part of the national budget for 2024/25, is currently undergoing legal review and is expected to be finalized by October. Shiimi highlighted the importance of providing relief to households amidst economic challenges like high interest rates and inflation, reassuring […] todayMay 21, 2024 162
insert_link World The prosecution in Donald Trump’s hush money trial has rested with the defense now calling two witnesses The prosecution in Donald Trump's hush money trial has rested with the defense now calling two witnesses. The prosecution's star witness, Trump's former lawyer, Michael Cohen has faced more fierce cross examination for the hush money payment he allegedly made for Trump to cover up an affair. On Monday Cohen admitted to stealing from the Trump Organization. Sally Patterson has more for us from outside the court in New York. […] todayMay 21, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Rally for a Cause: Cancer Association of Namibia Raises N$1.6 Million to Combat Cancer The Cancer Association of Namibia's annual Rough and Tough Rally for Cancer in Damaraland from 16 to 19 May brought together over 430 participants, including 133 antique cars, raising over N$1.6 million to support cancer initiatives. WO30 CEO, Rolf Hansen clarified that the funds will aid in decentralizing critical healthcare, establishing cancer clinics nationwide, and expanding Palliative Care Namibia. Hansen also addressed and dismissed false claims linking COVID-19 vaccines to […] todayMay 21, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa South Africa Supports ICC’s Move for Arrest Warrants Against Israeli PM Netanyahu South Africa has welcomed International Criminal Court chief prosecutor, Karim Khan’s application for arrest warrants for Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his Defence minister Yoav Gallant, and three leaders of Hamas. The arrest warrants are for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says the law must be applied equally to all to uphold the international rule of law and ensure accountability for […] todayMay 21, 2024 16
insert_link World Korea and U. K kick off global AI summit as risks mount South Korea and the United Kingdom are kicking off a global summit on Artificial Intelligence as governments struggle to keep up with the evolution of the technology. The two countries are co-hosting the talks which look to tackle a growing number of risks as AI rapidly advances. Chris Gilbert reports. todayMay 21, 2024 14