insert_link Environment Prince William is heading to South Africa for the Earthshot Prize ceremony Prince William is heading to South Africa for the fourth edition of the Earthshot Prize ceremony in November in Cape Town. He launched this initiative in 2020 to search for the most innovative solutions to the world's greatest environmental challenges. Fifteen Earthshot Prize finalists have been announced, they include Advanced Thermovoltaic Systems, Amazon Sacred Headwaters Alliance, and Green Africa Youth Organisation. todaySeptember 26, 2024 28
insert_link World Zelenskyy thanks Ramaphosa for support amid war Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked President Cyril Ramaphosa and South Africa for supporting his country's territorial integrity amid the war with Russia. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York. Zelenskyy has emphasized that only the unity of world leaders can force Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop the war. todaySeptember 26, 2024 26
insert_link World Former CIA executive warns against risks of Lebanon ground invasion The United States, European Union, and United Kingdom are calling for an immediate 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel's military has meanwhile suggested it could launch a ground invasion in Lebanon. Former National Security Executive at the CIA Ralph Goff says a ground invasion would be risky. todaySeptember 26, 2024 29
insert_link South Africa SA’s Ramaphosa outlines G20 priorities at the United Nations South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country will focus on climate financing, United Nations reform, and fair vaccine distribution as it prepares to assume the presidency of the G20 summit next year. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he highlighted the urgency of addressing Africa’s under-development and tackling global inequality. todaySeptember 26, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Roads Authority and NamPol mark Road Safety Day The Roads Authority and the Namibian Police Force marked Road Safety Day today, focusing on preparations for the festive season. The event offers vehicle owners free testing to ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before the holiday travel period. Here’s the spokesperson for the Roads Authority, Hileni Fillemon. todaySeptember 26, 2024 13
insert_link World Russia’s Putin issues nuclear warning to the West over Ukraine President Vladimir Putin warned the West on Wednesday that Russia could use nuclear weapons if it were struck with conventional missiles, and that Moscow would consider any assault on it supported by nuclear power to be a joint attack. Vladimir Soldatkin for Reuters. todaySeptember 26, 2024 23
insert_link Africa Floods in Nigeria destroy crops for 8.5 million people Floods in Nigeria have devastated crops that could have fed 8.5 million people for six months, according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation. Bloomberg News reports that the floods hit just as the harvest season began, submerging farmland in Africa's most populous country. Farmers, who expected a bumper harvest this year, have seen their groundnuts, vegetables, and rice fields flooded. Moreover, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has […] todaySeptember 26, 2024 12
insert_link Environment Hippos stranded in Zambezi region due to severe drought Over 130 hippos are currently stranded in the muddy waters of Munambeza Pond in the Zambezi Region, as the region continues to face the devastating effects of a prolonged drought. Munambeza, located along the Chobe River bordering Botswana, is the third pond where hippos have become trapped due to drying water sources. To date, five hippos have already died. Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism spokesperson, Romeo Muyunda, confirmed the […] todaySeptember 26, 2024 6
insert_link Business / Economics SA’s Ramaphosa sets 2 trillion rand investment target by 2028 South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa has set a new investment target of two-trillion-rand by 2028, following the early achievement of the country’s previous 1.2-trillion-rand goal. Speaking at the SA-US business forum, Ramaphosa invited US investors to explore opportunities in sectors like renewable energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. todaySeptember 24, 2024 40