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Tonata Kadhila

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World

Simon Harris becomes Ireland’s youngest Prime Minister

Reuters reports that Simon Harris has become Ireland's youngest-ever prime minister on Tuesday, pledging to bring new ideas. Harris takes over as head of Ireland’s three-party coalition government from Leo Varadkar, who announced his surprise resignation last month. Harris, who served as higher education minister in Varadkar’s government, was the only candidate to replace him as head of the center-right Fine Gael party.

today10 April, 2024

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Africa

Zimbabwe’s banks caught off guard by new gold-backed currency

The Zimbabwe Gold officially started trading just days after it was announced it would replace the Zimbabwean dollar, which has tumbled in value over the past year, pushing inflation through the roof. But many in the country were not ready for the switch. Eddie Cross an economist from Zimbabwe says even the banks haven’t been fully able to translate their accounting systems.

today10 April, 2024

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Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia joins Cirrus Investor Conference for global connectivity

The Bank of Namibia has participated in the 5th Cirrus Investor Conference held in Swakopmund from 9 to 10 April. The conference was held to facilitate connections between Namibian securities issuers and international investors, bringing together various stakeholders. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab delivered the opening address, discussing Namibia's economic trajectory and financial outlook in light of global forces. Naufiku Hamunime BoN's Principal: International Relations and Sustainability, has more.

today10 April, 2024

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Business / Economics

Namibia’s digital nomad visa takes lead over South Africa’s

South Africa is following in Namibia's footsteps. This as the country is planning a policy reform with new visa regulations. SA is introducing the digital nomad visa for remote work if earnings exceed R1 million. Bloomberg News reports that a point-based system will replace the critical skills list, with criteria set for publication by the end of April. Also, requirements for police clearance certificates and other documents are being relaxed. […]

today9 April, 2024

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Business / Economics

Saudi Arabia pledges support to Pakistan

The Pakistan foreign office on Monday announced that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have reiterated their dedication to accelerate an investment package worth $5 billion previously discussed. This reaffirmation came one day after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Separately, the Diplomat reports that in the recent discussions, Riyadh might have encouraged Pakistan to regain financial stability by entering into an arrangement with the International […]

today9 April, 2024

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Africa

Hospital infection cost Africa nearly $ 8.4 billion

Treating infections acquired in hospitals and clinics is costing sub-Saharan Africa as much as $8.4 billion a year and hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths. According to research by WaterAid and the World Bank, at least half of these could be averted by improved handwashing facilities, clean water, and decent toilets. Bloomberg reports that the highest rates of contamination were found in intensive care units, neonatal wards, and pediatric departments.

today9 April, 2024

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Environment

Cold temperatures, widespread rainfall and flooding continues over parts of South Africa

In a recent report regarding the consequences of the storm in Cape Town, the City's Disaster Risk Management told SA media outlet Independent Online that nearly 3,000 structures suffered damage by the gale-force winds, heavy rainfall, and thunderstorms that have battered the Western Cape. This as extreme weather conditions continue along South Africa's southern and eastern coasts until Wednesday. Officials reported storms with heavy rain and strong winds hitting the […]

today9 April, 2024