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Africa

Uganda’s LGBTQ Community Faces Over 1000 Cases of Rights Violations in Nine Months

A recent report by a pressure group sheds light on the harrowing reality faced by Uganda's sexual minorities, with more than 1000 documented cases of arrests, torture, and forced evictions in the past nine months alone. Reuters reports that since Uganda's parliament initiated discussions on an anti-homosexuality law last year, members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community have been increasingly targeted, highlighting a distressing trend of human […]

today4 June, 2024

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South Africa

South Africa Sets New Free Basic Electricity Rate at 194.40 Cents per Kilowatt-hour

Nersa, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa, has given the go-ahead for a new national free basic electricity rate of 194.40 cents per kilowatt-hour, set to take effect from the beginning of the next month. This rate will dictate how municipalities compensate Eskom for providing essential electricity services to qualifying households, covering necessities like lighting and water heating. In response to changing economic conditions, Nersa is also reevaluating the […]

today4 June, 2024

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World

U.N says Israel not allowing educational material into Gaza

The UN's office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs fears that an entire generation of children in Gaza will be scarred for life. Speaking to reporters from Jeruasalem on Monday, OCHA's Head in the Occupied Palestinian Territory says learning materials and basic educational supplies are being barred from entering the enclave by Israel as Jody Jacobs reports.  

today4 June, 2024

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Business / Economics

4 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Navigating the Winds of Change: Biz News Update

  In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance and politics, staying abreast of the latest developments is paramount for investors and businesses alike. Here’s a snapshot of the recent buzz in the business world: 1. First Capital Group’s Potential Listing on Namibian Stock Exchange First Capital Group finds itself at a crossroads, contemplating a listing on the Namibian Stock Exchange. The move comes in the wake of a lukewarm response […]

today4 June, 2024

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Africa

Nigerian Unions Strike Over Minimum Wage, Disrupting National Grid and Flights

Reuters reports that Nigeria's main labor unions, the Nigerian Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, initiated an indefinite strike on Monday, shutting down the national grid and disrupting flights nationwide. The strike began after negotiations with the government over a new minimum wage failed. This marks the fourth strike since President Bola Tinubu assumed office last year.

today4 June, 2024

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South Africa

ANC Considers Confidence-and-Supply Agreement Amid Coalition Talks

The African National Congress faces a pivotal moment as its national executive committee convenes today to explore potential coalitions following a disappointing election outcome, securing only 40.2% of the national votes. Senior ANC leaders are reportedly leaning towards a confidence-and-supply agreement, favoring a scenario where the ANC forms a minority government. Under this arrangement, opposition partners would align with the ANC on critical decisions such as confidence motions and budgets, […]

today4 June, 2024

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Business / Economics

Airlines’ Profit Projections Improve for 2024

The International Air Transport Association has upgraded its profitability forecasts for airlines in 2024, surpassing its June and December 2023 projections. Despite this positive outlook, the global airline industry still struggles to achieve returns above the cost of capital. Net profits are expected to rise to $30.5 billion in 2024. IATA's Public and Media Relations Advisor, Linden Birns.  

today4 June, 2024

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Business / Economics

Private Sector Credit Growth Remains Modest in April

In April, private sector credit extension grew by 1.6% year-on-year, showing a slight improvement from the 1.3% growth recorded in March. However, this figure represents a significant decline from the 2.5% year-on-year growth seen in April 2023. The PSCE growth rate remains below the six-month moving average and is the second-lowest rate recorded in 2024. Simonis Storm Economist- Halleluya Ndimulunde.  

today4 June, 2024