South Africa’s manufacturing production rose by 0.8-percent in October

South Africa’s manufacturing production rose by 0.8-percent in October

South Africa's manufacturing production rose by 0.8-percent in October, with the biggest growth in the petroleum, chemicals, and food sectors. However, the motor vehicle sector dropped by 16.6-percent. Statistics South Africa’s Nicolai Claassen says manufacturing sales went up by 2.3-percent from September, but fell by 1.2-percent over the last three months:

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STATEMENT BY THE SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE SADC PARLIAMENTARY FORUM ON HUMAN RIGHTS DAY 2024

Dear Members, Parliamentarians, and Partners, It is with esteem and honour that I release this Statement on Human Rights Day 2024, a day that is cardinal to the Strategic initiatives of the SADC Parliamentary Forum. The Forum associates itself with the theme espoused by the international community, "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now," which demonstrates the urgent need for action to implement and enforce human rights. Today, human rights […]

December 11, 2024 7

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Obligations of States in Respect of Climate Change (Request for Advisory Opinion)

The Cabinet of Namibia, through Decision No. 14th/29.06.08.23/005, approved Namibia's participation in the Advisory Opinion on the obligations of States in respect of climate change before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). This participation follows the adoption of United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/77/276, which sought an Advisory Opinion from the ICJ on the obligations of states under international law regarding climate change. Under Article 95 of the Namibian […]

December 11, 2024 7

World

Fast-moving wildfire forces evacuations in U.S state of California

U.S Firefighters continue to battle a fast-moving wildfire in the California city of Malibu and thousands of people remain under evacuation orders. Some students at a local university were forced to shelter overnight in the school's library. Ira Spitzer reports.

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South Africa

South Africa’s President calls for unified efforts to boost the economy

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa called for unified efforts across all levels of government to boost the economy. In his address to Mpumalanga's provincial executive, he emphasised the importance of cooperation, collaboration, and effective planning to drive inclusive economic growth. Ramaphosa says aligning strategies and collaborating will promote inclusive growth, create jobs, and ensure economic benefits reach all South Africans:

December 11, 2024 17

Namibia

Lüderitz Town Mayor, Phillipus Balhao, announced the launch of the town’s annual fundraiser

Lüderitz Town Mayor, Phillipus Balhao, announced the launch of the town's annual fundraiser aimed at supporting pensioners and elders during the festive season. This year, the focus is on providing food parcels to approximately 500 registered pensioners:

December 11, 2024 17

Namibia

Nampol Oshikoto promotes over 200 Police officers

The Namibian Police in Oshikoto Region promoted over 200 Police officers to various ranks in order to improve service delivery. Speaking during the occasion the regional Commander, Commissioner Teopolina Kalompo-Nashikaku urged members to reflect on their mandate and execute their duties.

December 11, 2024 16

South Africa

Cosatu Hails Ramaphosa’s Signing of Railway Safety Bill

S.A Union Cosatu welcomes president Cyril Ramaphosa’s assenting of the Railway Safety Bill, saying this is a long overdue and important piece of legislation. The new law provides for the regulation of railway safety and the continued existence of the Railway Safety Regulator. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says they welcome the progressive objectives and provisions of the Bill, that seek to overhaul the often-weak health and safety provisions governing the […]

December 6, 2024 21

World

Tsunami warning called off after Northern California quake

US officials have called off a tsunami warning, that was issued in the wake of a strong earthquake off the coast of Northern California, Millions of people had been instructed to evacuate coastal areas and head to higher ground. Ira Spitzer reports from San Francisco.

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