Mozambique opposition leader calls for 2-day strike after controversial elections

Mozambique opposition leader calls for 2-day strike after controversial elections

Mozambique's opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane has called for a two-day strike to "paralyse" the nation following the controversial October 9 presidential elections, urging citizens to protest alleged fraud and violence against demonstrators. Bloomberg reports that the electoral authorities are expected to announce results by Thursday, amid rising tensions and EU observers noting irregularities in the counting process.

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Namibia

Nuclear science conference begins in Swakopmund

The 2nd Nuclear Science and Technology Conference is underway in Swakopmund. The conference brings together policymakers, scientists, experts, and nuclear industry players to explore the potential of nuclear science. Health Minister, Kalumbi Shangula.

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Business / Economics

Namibia set for multiple offshore drilling projects this year

Namibia's offshore oil drilling will resume with the arrival of Saipem SpA’s Santorini drillship at the Mopane site, following a discovery by Galp Energia SGPS SA. Bloomberg reports that this marks the beginning of several drilling campaigns, including projects by TotalEnergies SE and Chevron Corp. Galp's CEO indicated that the company is preparing to drill its first of four new wells in Namibia later this year. Speaking at a conference […]

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Entertainment

Top Gun: Maverick flight instructor dies in plane crash

The flight instructor who trained actors in the 2022 Top Gun: Maverick movie has died in a small plane crash during an air show in New Mexico. Chuck Coleman was the only person on board the two-seat monoplane when it went down while performing aerobatics. Coleman was an engineer, aerobatic and test pilot with more than ten-thousand hours of flight time.

October 23, 2024 24

Africa

Nigeria experiences power outage

Several communities across states in northern Nigeria are experiencing a power outage due to a fault in two circuit transmission lines. Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

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Business / Economics

SA’s inflation drops to 3.8-percent

South Africa's inflation rate fell to 3.8 percent last month, down from 4.4 percent in August, marking the lowest rate since early 2021 mainly due to lower transport costs as fuel prices dropped by nine percent from last year. Statistics South Africa’s Patrick Kelly.

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Environment

Local youth address climate change ahead of COP29

The Local Conference of Youth Namibia 2024 is underway in the capital, with 50 youth delegates from across the country holding talks on solutions to the country’s climate challenges. Member of the organising committee and youth delegate to COP29, Jasper Kassoma.

October 23, 2024 39

World

Cuban Ambassador condemns U.S. blockade

Speaking at a media briefing in Windhoek on Wednesday, Cuban Ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz, addressed the 60-year blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba and its impact. He called the embargo an act of 'genocide' against the Cuban people as it restricted access to international markets. His comments come ahead of Cuba's resolution presentation at the United Nations General Assembly.

October 23, 2024 30

Africa

Siya and Rachel Kolisi announce divorce after 10 years

South African rugby star Siya Kolisi and his wife, Rachel, have announced their divorce after over a decade together, leaving fans heartbroken. Known for sharing their love and family life on social media, the couple was admired as one of the country's power pairs. BBC Africa reports that their split has shocked many fans, sparking a frenzy on social media. The couple has requested respect and privacy as they navigate […]

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