England’s hospitals are expecting major disruption once again

England’s hospitals are expecting major disruption once again

England's hospitals are expecting major disruption once again as junior doctors go on strike over a pay dispute. This will be their 26th day of strike action this year, and is due to last three days. Another six days of strike action will begin in the new year. Stuart Smith has more from London.

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Namibia

OTC invests 4.1 million in electrification projects

The Ongwediva Town Council has recently completed an electrification project in Sky Phase 3, investing N$4.1 million into the initiative. During the project's inauguration, Shalyefu highlighted the council's dedication to promptly delivering essential services to residents. This effort will provide electricity to 151 plots in the area. Additionally, Shalyefu mentioned the earlier completion of sewer projects in Sky Phase 1 and Extension 15, which occurred in July.

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South Africa

Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking

Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking. Instead, according to Wits University’s Guy Richards, e-cigarettes with nicotine are highly addictive. Statistics from the World Health Organisation show e-cigarettes have been banned in 34 countries. Speaking to eNCA, Richards called for urgent action to control e-cigarettes and protect children, as well as non-smokers.

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World

US-Venezuela prisoner swaps sees Americans freed

Venezuela has released ten detained Americans in a move aimed at easing sanctions on the country, as announced by the government in Caracas. The release was part of a negotiated prisoner exchange facilitated by Qatar. In exchange, the United States freed an individual accused of money laundering, reportedly having close ties to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Our US Correspondent, Benji Hyer, provides further details on this agreement.

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South Africa

SA’s Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu says his department is planning to deal with ongoing water crisis

SA's Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu says his department is planning to deal with ongoing water crisis that South Africa is facing by minimal negotiations with water service authorities. Mchunu made the comments during a water imbizo at King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi, eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal. The ministry’s spokesperson, Kamogelo Mogotsi says some of the water problems experienced in some communities could have been easily resolved had local authorities stuck […]

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Namibia

Guinas councillor hosts Christmas party for marginalised pensioners

Guinas constituency councillor Marthinu Kainda recently organized a heartwarming Christmas celebration for 148 pensioners from marginalized communities at Tsintsabis settlement. Expressing his sentiments during the event, Kainda shared that having the opportunity to socialize and engage with the elderly felt like a significant blessing, particularly as he has lost his parents and grandparents. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the invaluable roles these individuals play in the community. […]

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South Africa

SA’s Health Department reiterates its plan to place medical graduates

The SA Health Department has moved to clarify that it has plans to place medical graduates. This is to refute claims made by News24 that the government is failing to make progress when it comes to placements. Officials say they are concerned that information published is misleading medical interns and community service doctors. The department’s Luvuyo Bayeni confirmed that much progress has been made. .

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World

U.N Security Council vote on Gaza postponed again

The United Nations Security Council has officially postponed the vote on a humanitarian resolution on Gaza to Thursday. The vote was first scheduled for Monday but due to "intense" negotiations between member states the vote has been postponed several times. These delays come amid reported disagreements by the United States which has been trying to change the language of the resolution. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations.

December 21, 2023 20

Namibia

Boy dies after metal gate falls on him

A nine-year-old boy died after a metal gate fell on him at the Nkurenkuru Health Clinic in the Kavango West Region on Tuesday. According to a crime report isued by the police on Wednesday, the boy tried to find shelter from the rain when he opened the clinic’s gate and it fell on him. He was separated from his father while herding cattle. The deceased, identified as Kalipa Kambinda Joao, […]

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