insert_link WorldNGOs accuse Israel of blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza Aid trucks have been allowed to enter Rafah from Egypt after a months-long blockade. (Photo: Ahmed Sayed/Anadolu/picture alliance) More than 100 international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have issued a joint statement accusing Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid to Gaza through what they describe as a restrictive registration process for aid agencies. The groups argue that these measures are severely limiting the delivery of food, medicine, and other essential supplies to civilians […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link AfricaM23 rebels seize control of coltan nine in DR Congo A new report has revealed that M23 rebels are in control of Rubaya, one of the world’s largest coltan mines, which produces about 15% of the global supply. According to Reuters, locals manually dig the mineral, earning only a few dollars a day, before it is shipped to Asia for processing into tantalum, a high-demand metal used in electronics and aerospace industries. The United Nations says M23 has been plundering […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsSouth African government advances support for auto industry Mercedes-Benz factory in East London, South Africa (Photo: agoa.info/data) South Africa's Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says the government is advancing measures to support the automotive industry as it faces potential headwinds from US tariff policies. Speaking at the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers Show in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, Tau confirmed that amendments to the Automotive Production Development Programme Phase 2 (APDP2) for electric vehicles […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalOver 360 patients regain sight in Omusati eye surgery campaign Dr. Helena Ndumbe Ophthalmologist Dr. Helena Ndume and her medical team have restored the sight of more than 360 elderly patients during the Omusati Surgical Eye Campaign, organised by the Ministry of Health and Social Services at St Martin Roman Catholic Hospital in Oshikuku. The initiative is part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to reduce preventable blindness and improve access to specialist healthcare in rural communities. Dr. Ndume, internationally recognised […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link EnvironmentGreece struggles with multiple wildfires caused by heatwave GreeWildfires in Albania forced people to evacuate their homes on Monday (Photo: BBC) Firefighters across Greece are battling multiple wildfires as the country endures a severe heatwave, with over 152 new fires reported in just the past three hours. Thousands of residents have been evacuated from high-risk areas, as temperatures soar above 40°C. According to Sky News, nearly 4,850 firefighters, supported by helicopters and ground crews, are actively engaged in […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link AfricaGhana criticizes Canal+ as talks to acquire MultiChoice continue Ghana’s Communications Minister, Samuel Nartey George (Photo: African Zone Facts) Ghana’s Communications Minister, Samuel Nartey George, has raised concerns over Canal+’s ongoing talks to acquire MultiChoice, expected to conclude by October 2025. The minister criticized the company for allegedly ignoring government directives to reduce subscription prices and for failing to address the proliferation of unregulated Nigerian decoders in the local market. Minister George said that the need for accountability, stating […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link WorldNational Guard deployed in Washington DC A Humvee vehicle leaves the Anacostia Park Police Field Office in Washington, DC, on Tuesday. (Photo: Annabelle Gordon/Reuters via The Guardian) National Guard troops have been deployed in Washington, DC, as part of former President Donald Trump’s initiative to address what he has described as “out of control” crime in the U.S. capital. The move comes despite recent Department of Justice data showing a 30-year decline in violent crime across the […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link South AfricaSouth African Minister to meet SANDF chief over Iran comments South African Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Ronald Lamola (Photo: publicsectorleaders.co.za) South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, is expected to meet with South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chief, General Rudzani Maphwanya, to clarify remarks he made during a visit to Iran. Lamola had praised cooperation with Iran in addressing what he termed “global arrogance and aggressive colonial approaches,” comments that have sparked debate at […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsAgogo FPSO achieves first oil ahead of schedule, commences 15-year charter Agogo FPSO successfully moored and hooked up at the West Hub, Block 15/06, Offshore Angola (Photo: Yinson Production) Yinson Production has announced that the Agogo Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) unit achieved first oil on 29 July 2025, four months ahead of schedule and 29 months after the contract was awarded. The development follows the issuance of the Provisional Operational Readiness Certificate (PORC) on 12 August 2025, marking the […] today14 August, 2025
