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South Africa

S.A’s union Cosatu welcomes the agreement reached by the South African Post Office with unions to temporarily suspend retrenchments

S.A's union Cosatu welcomes the agreement reached by the South African Post Office with unions to temporarily suspend retrenchments. This as the business rescue practitioners have launched an urgent application for assistance from the Unemployment Insurance Fund Temporary Employment Relief Scheme. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says it is fundamental that governments at all levels utilise the Post Office and the Post Bank as their postal and banking service provider, injecting invaluable […]

today25 April, 2024

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World

The UK’s opposition Labour Party says it will re-nationalise large parts of the country’s rail network if it forms the next government

The UK's opposition Labour Party says it will re-nationalise large parts of the country's rail network if it forms the next government. Labour says it'll happen within 5 years if it wins the election, and will be the biggest rail reforms in the UK in a generation. The government says the plans are unworkable and uncosted. But Shadow Transport Secretary Louise Haigh says passengers will benefit.  

today25 April, 2024

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Business / Economics

Minister Alweendo Highlights Skills Gap in Mining Sector, Calls for Increased Benefits for Citizens

Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, addressed the Chambers of Mines of Namibia 2024 annual general meeting, emphasizing the lack of specific skill sets generated by Namibia's mining economy. Alweendo stressed the need for tangible benefits from mining to accrue to Namibian citizens, highlighting a disconnect between resource revenue and citizen prosperity. Chamber of Mines chairperson, Zebra Kasete, underscored the importance of research and development in optimizing processing techniques […]

today25 April, 2024

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South Africa

South African Government Bolsters Efforts to Combat Substance Abuse Amid Global Concerns

The S.A Government says it is resolute in its commitment to fight the scourge of substance abuse in the country. Harm Reduction International’s 2022 Global State of Harm Reduction report identified South Africa as one of the world’s largest methamphetamine markets. Government Communication and Information System acting director-general, Nomonde Mnukwa, says the National Drug Master Plan is a national blueprint to combat drug abuse, illicit drug trafficking and mitigate its […]

today25 April, 2024

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Namibia

Namibia Mourns Loss of Renowned Banker Tomas Koneka Iindji

Namibians are grieving the passing of Tomas Koneka Iindji, a prominent banker who played a significant role in the banking sector for decades. Iindji, aged 44, served with distinction at First National Bank of Namibia before becoming the Head of Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank earlier this year. His contributions were celebrated by both Standard Bank and the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where he served as […]

today25 April, 2024

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South Africa

S.A’s OUTA Accuses SANRAL and CETA of Secrecy in Questionable Contracts

S.A's Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse has accused the South African National Roads Agency Limited and the Construction Education and Training Authority of keeping contracts with questionable companies secret. The nonprofit watchdog has filed a complaint with the Information Regulator, over the entities’ refusal to provide the information requested on contracts with AquaEXR Joint Venture and Grayson Reed. Outa’s, Asavela Kakaza, says Sanral must foster transparency and accountability:  

today25 April, 2024

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World

Judge to make decision on Trump gag order

Donald Trump has again claimed that the gag order imposed on him by the judge overseeing his criminal hush money case is unconstitutional. At a hearing on Tuesday prosecutors accused the former president of violating the order 11 times during recent weeks. Judge Juan Mercan is yet to make a ruling on whether Trump's actions warrant a fine or even prison time. William Denselow reports from New York.  

today25 April, 2024

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Namibia

Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat Urges Towns to Support Development

Cedric Limbo, Chairperson of the Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat, has called upon towns along the corridor to gather resources and allocate land to facilitate the establishment of inland hubs and transit stops. Limbo made this plea during a welcoming ceremony held in Gobabis, Omaheke region, for 30 cyclists representing the three TKC member states. These cyclists are participating in a challenging journey covering a distance of 1800 kilometers from Rustenburg, […]

today25 April, 2024