Niger Military Government Takes Control of Orano’s Uranium Mine

Niger Military Government Takes Control of Orano’s Uranium Mine

France's Orano reported that Niger's military government has taken operational control of its Somair uranium mining subsidiary, following a coup in July 2023. And according to Al Jazeera, the company stated that the Nigerien authorities were refusing to halt production and were preventing the export of uranium, which has affected local communities and workers. The move comes after the ECOWAS imposed sanctions on Niger, halting all exports, including uranium.

January 7, 2025 4

South Africa

In S.A, at least 18 people have been killed in a multiple-vehicle crash

In S.A, at least 18 people have been killed in a multiple-vehicle crash involving a truck, minibus, and a light motor vehicle at Van Reenen’s Pass in KwaZulu-Natal last night. According to reports 13 adults and five children are dead while a baby is among the survivors but is in a critical condition. N3 Toll Concession chief operating officer, Thania Dhoogra, says all lanes of the N3 are closed to […]

January 7, 2025 7

World

Trudeau resigns as Canadian PM

Canadian Prime minister Justin Trudeau haș announced he is stepping down as leader of the country and his party - after nearly a decade as prime minister. He said he would remain in both roles until his replacement has been chosen through a party election. Our North America correspondent Kate Fisher:

January 7, 2025 8

Africa

Zimbabwe Seeks Bids for Energy Storage to Tackle Power Shortages

The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission & Distribution Company has invited bids to install energy-storage systems to combat the nation’s chronic power shortages. The project will establish battery storage at four locations, each delivering 600 megawatts for three hours during peak demand. Severe drought conditions have reduced hydropower output, forcing miners to rely on imported electricity from Mozambique.

January 7, 2025 6

South Africa

City of Johannesburg council speaker affirms commitment to the rule of law

City of Johannesburg council speaker Nobuhle Mthembu has affirmed the office’s commitment to the rule of law. This was after the High Court in Johannesburg declared the council’s VIP protection policy unlawful. The court found the policy was put in place without a required threat assessment from the police. Mthembu says the office is reviewing the judgment and will act based on legal advice:

January 7, 2025 8

Namibia

Festive season sees Nampol Issue over 12 000 summonses

The festive season saw 472 crashes, resulting in 80 fatalities and 918 injuries. Law enforcement attributes the tragedies to multiple factors, despite law enforcement issuing over 12,000 summonses and suspending unsafe vehicles. Commissioner Petrus Swartz is the head of the Traffic Division at NamPol:

January 7, 2025 7

Namibia

NamWater reports a substantial rise in dam levels

NamWater’s Weekly Dam Bulletin highlights positive inflows, including Swakoppoort at 24.4% and Von Bach at 23.5%. The Hardap Dam, now at 14.8%, received the highest flow, enhancing water availability nationwide, spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata confirms.

January 7, 2025 8

Namibia

Heavy Rainfall and Drought Devastation Hit Omaheke Region

Heavy rains in Omaheke have damaged key roads like Okatumba and Ombujonganga, with residents urging bridge construction to prevent future disruptions. Farmers in the drought-hit region faced severe cattle losses, totaling an estimated N$4.4 million, before the January rains. In Windhoek, over 1,000 Otjomuise residents were displaced after flash floods destroyed homes in the MG Division area. City Councillor Ivan Skrywer announced plans to relocate affected residents to Farm […]

January 7, 2025 6

South Africa

In S.A, the ANC is set to unveil a bold vision for the future

In S.A, the ANC is set to unveil a bold vision for the future at its January 8th rally this Saturday at Mandela Park Stadium in Khayelitsha, Western Cape, focusing on economic growth, justice, and equality. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula told the media the party’s vision aims to create a more equitable society, with a clear path forward to advance social justice and rebuilding the economy:

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