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South Africa

S.A Public Protector Office Ordered to Explain Gratuity Delay to Former Chief

The High Court in Pretoria has ordered the Office of the South African Public Protector to submit its reasons today for not disbursing a ten-million-rand gratuity to former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane, as per the court's directive. Delays in Mkhwebane's urgent challenge were caused by the office's failure to promptly provide essential documents. According to News24, Judge Colleen Collis attributed the application's delayed readiness solely to the actions of the […]

today19 April, 2024

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South Africa

Investigation Underway Following Mooikloof Substation Fire in South African City Of Tshwane

Mayor Cilliers Brink of the city of Tshwane in S.A has stated that technical teams are diligently investigating the root cause of the fire at the Mooikloof substation. Since Wednesday evening, portions of eastern Pretoria have experienced power outages due to a transformer fire at the substation, which caused a trip at the Nyala in-feed station. Affected areas include sections of Moreleta Park, Mooikloof, Pretoria East Hospital, Woodhill, and the […]

today19 April, 2024

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Namibia

SADC Workshop Focuses on Enhancing Labour Migration Through Skills Development

The Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation ministry alongside the International Labour Organization, hosted a pivotal workshop on labour migration within SADC. Stakeholders emphasized Skills Portability, Recognition, and Anticipation, aiming to bolster institutional frameworks and policies. Lydia Indombo: the Executive Director at the Ministry.  

today19 April, 2024

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Business / Economics

19 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Highlights and Financial Indicators

1. Namibia's Green Industrialization Drive: Namibia is at the forefront of a pioneering effort to repurpose its rail assets, with the aim of driving green industrialization. James Mnyupe, Green Hydrogen Commissioner, emphasizes the country's strategic geographic location and abundant renewable energy sources as key drivers for sustainable economic development. 2. Job Cuts in South Africa's Mining Sector: Sibanye Stillwater has announced plans to shutter its 4 Belt shaft at Marikana, […]

today19 April, 2024

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World

U.S vetoes Palestine’s bid to join U.N

Palestine has not been admitted to the United Nations as a full member, following a Security Council vote. The United States vetoed the bid - as was widely expected. Twelve nations in the 15-member council voted for the resolution, and two countries - the United Kingdom and Switzerland, abstained. Earlier, U.N Secretary General Antonio Guterres said six months of war has made Gaza a "humanitarian hellscape" and repeated calls for […]

today19 April, 2024

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Namibia

Unchanged repo rate still a challenge for many civil servants’ cost of living

The government has disclosed that the wage bill for the upcoming financial year amounts to N$35.4 billion, encompassing benefits and a 5% raise for civil servants, as outlined in its 2024/25 budget. The allocation is intended to cover the salaries of 107,000 civil servants. Dr. Basilius Kasera, a Professor in Human Sciences at UNAm, provides insights on the matter.  

today19 April, 2024

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World

U.S imposes sanctions on Iran over Israel attack

U.S President Joseph Biden has announced a new set of sanctions on Iran following its unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend. The sanctions are focused on Iran's drone manufacturers and steel industry. Nick Harper reports from Washington.  

today19 April, 2024

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South Africa

S.A’s AfriForum’s legal team has urged president Cyril Ramaphosa to reconsider the Expropriation Bill’s constitutionality

S.A's AfriForum's legal team has urged president Cyril Ramaphosa to reconsider the Expropriation Bill's constitutionality by sending it back to Parliament. This follows its approval by the National Council of Provinces. AfriForum's head of Public Relations, Ernst van Zyl, emphasises the need to prevent government from having unchecked power over property. He says the bill threatens private property rights in South Africa:  

today19 April, 2024