Leonard Witbeen, Author at Future Media News

India-US civil nuclear deal “an important piece of unfinished business” – US official

The US Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources has described the status of a civil nuclear partnership between India and the US as "an important piece of unfinished business". This comes as the two countries have been working to boost their energy ties. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

6 February, 2024

South Africa

The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained

The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained while the fire line at Matroosberg is not yet under control. Yesterday evening the Brandvlei fire was burning out of control and made its way to the grounds of the Brandvlei Prison. The municipality’s spokesperson, Anesca Roodt, says a small, corrugated storage structure was destroyed; however, there was no further loss of property.

6 February, 2024

World

Japan to reply to rare sympathy message from N Korea

Japan’s Prime Minister says he’s intending to send an ‘appropriate response’ to a rare message of support from North Korea. The country's leader, Kim Jong Un, sent his sympathies following an earthquake which hit Japan’s Noto Peninsula on New Year’s Day. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo.

6 February, 2024

Namibia

Namibian Police Inspector General Assures Security Stability Post-President Mbumba’s Swearing-In

Namibia's Inspector General of Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, provided reassurance on Monday, stating that there have been no reported security threats since the swearing-in of former Vice President Nangolo Mbumba as the fourth President of Namibia. This transition followed the untimely demise of President Hage Geingob on Sunday. In the wake of these developments, International Relations Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah assumed the role of Vice President. Lieutenant General Shikongo emphasized […]

6 February, 2024

South Africa

A professor at Wits University says the ANC is wounded and decaying heading into the elections

Unless something unforeseen occurs, the shape of post-election South Africa will show a wounded and decaying ANC. This is the view of Wits School of Governance professor, David Everatt. He says the ANC is grappling with a significant decline, polling at a mere 42-percent among determined registered voters, with the DA and the EFF winning less than a fifth of the vote. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Everatt says the ANC’s […]

6 February, 2024

Namibia

Chief Johannes Isaack Conveys Condolences on behalf of Nama Nation

Chief Johannes Isaack, head of the Hai-|Khaua Traditional Authority and Chairman of the Nama Traditional Leaders Association, expressed heartfelt condolences to former First Lady Monica Geingos, the children, family, and the entire nation following the passing of President Hage Geingob on Sunday. Addressing a press conference, Isaack conveyed condolences on behalf of all Nama clans, expressing sorrow and sympathy for the loss. The NTLA extends its deepest sympathies to President […]

6 February, 2024

South Africa

Cholera Cases Emerge in South Africa, Health Minister Urges Vigilance

South Africa's Health Minister, Joe Phaahla, reports 46 suspected cholera cases and five laboratory-confirmed cases from January 1st to the present. Among them, three cases are linked to neighboring Zimbabwe's ongoing cholera outbreak. Highlighting concern, Phaahla notes two cases in Limpopo involving an 11-year-old and a 13-year-old with no travel history, indicating potential local transmission. Urging public caution, he emphasizes the importance of hygiene practices to mitigate the risk of […]

6 February, 2024

World

California storm brings travel disruptions

A powerful winter storm is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to large parts of California. he deluge has left hundreds of thousands of people without power. Ira Spitzer has more.

6 February, 2024

World

King Charles diagnosed with cancer

King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer. The type of cancer has not been revealed, but according to Buckingham Palace, the monarch, aged 75, has started "regular treatment."The King, the Palace says, "remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible."With the latest, Olly Barratt, in London.

6 February, 2024