insert_link South Africa S.A’s Democratic Alliance has accused union federation Cosatu of being an enemy to the ten-million unemployed people S.A's Democratic Alliance has accused union federation Cosatu of being an enemy to the ten-million unemployed people. The party says the ANC, Cosatu, and the South African Communist Party, is an unholy alliance, which has contributed to the high unemployment rates through deliberate economic exclusion policies. With unemployment rates soaring to nearly 33-percent, the party claims the true minimum wage for many South Africans is zero. DA’s Mat Cuthbert pledges […] todayApril 30, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa The South African Medical Association has called for an increase in the salaries of state doctors The South African Medical Association has called for an increase in the salaries of state doctors. The association says doctors in public clinics and hospitals earn far less than their counterparts in the private sector. Health economist Sandile Mhlongo supports this call, adding that pay equality will help address imbalances. todayFebruary 27, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa SA’s Freedom Front Plus Applauds Election Date Confirmation for Political Stability The Freedom Front Plus in South Africa expresses satisfaction with the confirmation of the election date, citing increased certainty for political parties and voters. Scheduled for May 29th this year, the forthcoming election is deemed crucial for the future of South Africa. FF Plus leader, Pieter Groenewald, asserts that this assurance will initiate momentum among political entities, organizations, and the public, underscoring the significance of active participation in shaping the […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Unemployment Crisis in Kalkrand Fuels Rise in Crime and Substance Abuse Among Youth todayFebruary 2, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Namibia Champions Transformation of CPA into Global Inter-Parliamentary Organization In a significant move, Namibia is at the forefront of advocating for the conversion of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association from a charitable organization into an international inter-parliamentary entity. The recent meeting of the CPA Africa region's budget committee, hosted by the Namibian parliament, delved into discussions, including the resolution to elevate the CPA's status. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, Chairperson of the National Council, highlighted the alignment of this initiative with the […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 18
insert_link World Nauru Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Taiwan One of Taiwan's last diplomatic allies has cut ties with the island just days after its closely-watched presidential election. A senior Taiwanese official said Beijing offered the Pacific Island nation of Nauru $100 million a year for it to sever links. Patrick Fok reports. todayJanuary 16, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Ondangwa’s Town Council allocates portion of land to the Namibian Police Force The Ondangwa Town Council has designated a segment of land, spanning more than 6000 square metres, to the Namibian Police Force for the establishment of a substation at Omashaka. todayJanuary 10, 2024 8
