insert_link South Africa S.A’s Freedom Front Plus has criticised the government’s mismanagement, attributing it to the widespread pollution of water sources S.A's Freedom Front Plus has criticised the government's mismanagement, attributing it to the widespread pollution of water sources. In his reply to a parliamentary question, Water and Sanitation minister, Senzo Mchunu disclosed that during 2022 and last year, 277 non-compliance notices were issued to 61 water service authorities nationwide after blue drop audits were conducted. The FF Plus’s Michal Groenewald says shockingly, 344 sewage treatment plants across 90 municipalities faced […] today17 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia South African Transport Minister Extends Best Wishes to Namibia and Botswana for Upcoming National Elections During the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Memorandum of Understanding between South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana for the Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat, Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga conveyed warm regards to Namibia and Botswana as they prepare for their respective National elections later this year. Chikunga, speaking through a representative, expressed confidence in South Africa's own electoral process, assuring the neighboring countries of free and fair elections. She emphasized South Africa's […] today17 April, 2024
insert_link World South Korea is strongly protesting Japan’s renewed claim over a disputed island group South Korea is strongly protesting Japan’s renewed claim over a disputed island group. Tokyo has asserted ownership of the Dokdo islands, which it calls Takeshima, in a recently published foreign policy document. Chris Gilbert reports. today17 April, 2024
insert_link Health / Medical EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Understanding Haemophilia: Insights from Dr. Honest Dewa On World Hemophilia Day, Dr. Honest Dewa, a distinguished Specialist Physician and Clinical Haematologist, sheds light on the rare bleeding disorder known as Haemophilia. With expertise in private practice and a role as a part-time lecturer at UNAM medical school, Dr. Dewa brings valuable insights into the prevalence, causes, symptoms, and management of this condition. Haemophilia, a rare disorder affecting clotting factors in the blood, holds a prevalence of approximately […] today17 April, 2024
insert_link South Africa The S.A Public Servants Association expresses deep concern over proposed tax hikes to fund the National Health Insurance scheme The S.A Public Servants Association expresses deep concern over proposed tax hikes to fund the National Health Insurance scheme. The association cites the financial strain on South Africans amidst economic challenges as the funding model lacks sustainability and disproportionately burdens the poor. The association warns that tax increases could exacerbate financial hardships. It has urged the government to explore alternative funding methods and prioritise job creation to alleviate pressure on […] today17 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics International Monetary Fund predicts stronger US growth in 2024 The U.S economy is expected to help boost global growth over the coming year, according to the latest International Monetary Fund forecast. The stronger-than-expected US growth comes at a time when inflation remains high. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today17 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Specialist Sheds Light on Rare Bleeding Disorder on World Hemophilia Day On World Hemophilia Day, April 17, it's crucial to shed light on rare bleeding disorders like haemophilia. Dr. Honest Dewa, a specialist physician and clinical haematologist, brings forth invaluable insights into this condition prevalent in Namibia. Haemophilia, a rare genetic disorder, affects approximately 1 in 10,000 individuals in Namibia. today17 April, 2024
insert_link World UN experts say Israel violated international law when it attacked Iran’s diplomatic building in Damascus A UN expert report says Israel violated international law when it attacked the Iranian diplomatic building in Damascus. It has also called on Israel and Iran to immediately cease any form of retaliatory military attacks. Jody Jacobs reports from New York. today17 April, 2024
insert_link South Africa The ANC has obtained ownership of the uMkhonto we Sizwe trademark amid a legal dispute with the MK Party The ANC has obtained ownership of the uMkhonto we Sizwe trademark amid a legal dispute with the MK Party. According to News24, documents from the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission indicates that the trademark, previously held by Legacy Projects, is now 'assigned' to the ANC. Legacy Projects director Rapitse Montsho clarified the transfer process, affirming the ANC's ownership. today17 April, 2024