COBRA meeting called over United Kingdom riots and injuries

COBRA meeting called over United Kingdom riots and injuries

The UK government is holding an emergency 'COBRA' meeting on Monday after a weekend of rioting. There were violent scenes in towns and cities which saw over 150 people arrested and police officers injured. The UK's Home Office has also offered greater protections for mosques after some were attacked during weekend unrest. Middlesbrough MP Andy McDonald says his city needs to rebuild after violent clashes.

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Africa

Uganda on high alert following fighting in eastern DRC

Uganda has stepped up security at its border following renewed fighting in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has escalated dramatically with the recent takeover of a strategic border town by M23 rebels. Isabel Nakirya reports. Major Bilal Katamba, spokesperson for the Mountain Division of the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF), informed Xinhua that […]

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Namibia

NamRa collects N$21.4 billion in Q2 revenue

The Namibia Revenue Agency has collected N$21.4 billion in revenue during the quarter ending 30 June 2024, representing 25.1% of the N$85.3 billion annual revenue target. NamRA's Commissioner and CEO, Sam Shivute, said that domestic taxes were the main contributor, generating N$13.5 billion or 63% of the total revenue. According to The Brief, the remaining N$7.9 billion was derived from customs and excise duties, primarily through SACU receipts.

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Africa

Nigeria’s President calls for an end to nationwide protests

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has revealed that demonstrations last week that led to the deaths of at least 21 people had a political agenda and were meant to undermine his government. Tinubu, in his first public speech since the protests began on 1 August 2024, called for a suspension of demonstrations. Tesem Akende reports.

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World

World leaders call for de-escalation in Middle East

Diplomacy is in overdrive as world powers call on Iran and its regional proxies for restraint, amid fear an attack on Israel could come within the next 24 hours. Iran's supreme leader is vowing revenge after a senior Hamas leader was assassinated in Tehran last week. Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv. The White House meanwhile says President Joe Biden will meet with his national security team […]

August 5, 2024 10

Namibia

ECN records high voter registration rates in Kunene and Oshana

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has announced a considerable breakthrough in the recent voter registration drive held from 29 July to 1 August 2024. A total of 152,472 eligible voters were registered, averaging 38,002 registrations per day. This represents the highest turnout since the commencement of the General Registration of Voters (GRV), with a 91% turnout of eligible voters. The Kunene and Oshana regions recorded the highest registration rates at […]

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Namibia

President Nangolo Mbumba reflects on first 6 months in office

President Nangolo Mbumba assumed leadership of Namibia six months ago, following the passing of President Hage Geingob. Future Media News spoke with President Mbumba about his transition into office, the challenges faced during his tenure, and his vision for the country’s future. Separately, President Mbumba and the wife of the 3rd President, Dr. Hage Geingob, Madame Monica Geingos joined by many Namibians, laid a wreath today at Heroes' Acre on […]

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Namibia

Government condemns German official’s move to lay a wreath at the grave of Schutztruppe

The Government has condemned the move by Sven Tritschler who is the deputy leader of the Alternative für Deutschland Parliamentary faction, for laying a memorial wreath at the grave of a notorious Schutztruppe officer during a recent visit to Namibia. This act has sparked criticism due to its insensitivity toward historical injustices and the deliberate genocide against the OvaHerero and Nama people. Here is the Deputy Executive Director in the […]

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World

Global regulator pushes for financial reports to include climate risk

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has called for companies to include climate-related risks in their balance sheets and income statements, marking a significant departure from current practices. Bloomberg Africa reports that the IASB, which sets accounting standards for over 160 countries, announced a market consultation to ensure financial statements reflect the impact and uncertainties associated with climate change. In 2023, the IASB introduced IFRS S1, which outlines general requirements […]

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