insert_link South Africa DA Supports Temporary Ban on Movement of Cloven-Hooved Animals in Western Cape In S.A, the DA in the Western Cape says it supports the provincial government’s request to Agriculture minister, John Steenhuisen, for a temporary ban on the movement of cloven-hooved animals, such as sheep, pigs, and cattle. This is to contain the foot and mouth disease outbreak in Humansdorp, Eastern Cape. Twenty-three farms in the Humansdorp area and one farm in East London have been confirmed as positive for the disease. […] todayJuly 22, 2024 9
insert_link World Japan issues extreme heat warnings Heat stroke warnings are in place for more than 80% of Japan as the country bakes under earlier than usual summer temperatures. Official figures show there have already been almost 10-thousand cases of heat stroke related illness this month. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayJuly 22, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Oshakati’s Town Council embarked on a project for constructing affordable accommodation for low income earners Oshakati's Town Council embarked on a project for constructing affordable accommodation for low and middle income earners and also to respond to the high demand for affordable housing. Oshakati Mayor Leonard Hango. todayJuly 22, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Police Inspector General Emphasizes Respect for National Symbols at Oshiko Roadblock Opening Namibian Police Force Inspector General, Joseph Shikongo stressed the importance of respecting national symbols during the official opening of the Oshiko roadblock in the Oshana Region on Saturday. todayJuly 22, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Home Affairs Ministry Responds to NamRights’ Claims of Citizenship Card Issuance Issues The Home Affairs ministry is addressing a media release by NamRights dated Omuthiya that highlights widespread complaints from citizens and residents regarding inconsistencies in the issuance of Namibian citizenship identity cards by Ministry officials in Oshakati. The Ministry aims to clarify and resolve these issues promptly. todayJuly 22, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa General Industries Workers Union In S.AOpposes City Power’s New 200-Rand Prepaid Electricity Fee The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa has strongly opposed City Power’s decision to implement a 200-rand service fee for prepaid electricity. Spokesperson, Koketso Phasha says the union condemns this move as it is reckless and harmful to the working class already struggling with high living costs. He says the union calls for a mass meeting in Johannesburg to fight back against this decision: todayJuly 22, 2024 16
insert_link World Russia jails US reporter Evan Gershkovich for 16 years A Russian court has sentenced US journalist, Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in prison on espionage charges. His employer, the Wall Street Journal, has called the trial a "shameful sham". Nick Harper reports from Washington. todayJuly 22, 2024 22
insert_link Africa Tunisian President Announces Re-election Bid Amid Controversy Tunisian President, Kais Saied announced on Friday that he will run for another term in the upcoming October 6 elections, aiming "to continue the national liberation struggle." according to Reuters. Opposition parties, many of whose leaders are imprisoned, accuse Saied's government of pressuring the judiciary to suppress rivals ahead of the 2024 elections. On the same day, a court sentenced opposition leader Lotfi Mraihi to eight months in prison for […] todayJuly 22, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa ActionSA’s Senate Addresses South Africa’s Coalition and Governance Issues in Two-Day Session To South Africa, where ActionSA's Senate held a two-day session to address calls from Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni councillors about the party's coalition relationships and its role in stabilising governance. Spokesperson, Samkelo Mgobozi says the party is committed to not partnering with the ANC, however, emphasised the party's intent to ensure effective service delivery: todayJuly 22, 2024 18
