insert_link Africa JNIM Claims Responsibility for Deadly Attack in Burkina Faso The al-Qaeda affiliate, Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin has claimed responsibility for an attack on June 11 that reportedly killed over 100 soldiers in the Mansila area of Burkina Faso, near the border with Niger. This information was reported by the SITE Intelligence Group on Sunday as indicated in a report by Reuters. The Burkina Faso ruling junta has not responded to requests for comment about the incident. According to […] todayJune 17, 2024 53
insert_link World Seoul urges doctors to cancel walkout South Korea’s Prime Minister is urging doctors to cancel a planned walkout this week. The strike is expected to escalate a long running standoff between the government and medical community over wages, conditions, and staffing. Chris Gilbert reports. todayJune 17, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa Historic Political Shift in South Africa As ANC and DA Form Government of National Unity In a significant political development, South Africa's African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance have agreed to collaborate in a government of national unity, ending 30 years of sole ANC rule. This unprecedented alliance allowed President Cyril Ramaphosa to secure a second term in office, winning re-election with 283 votes from lawmakers. The agreement between these traditionally opposing parties marks the most consequential political change since Nelson Mandela's ANC […] todayJune 17, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Mkhonto we Sizwe Joins Alliance to Challenge ANC-DA Coalition Government South Africa's uMkhonto we Sizwe party announced on Sunday that it will join an alliance of smaller opposition parties in parliament to challenge the coalition government formed by the African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance. The ANC and the pro-business, white-led DA agreed on Friday to form a "government of national unity," marking a significant shift after 30 years of ANC rule. todayJune 17, 2024 13
insert_link Africa Protests in Eastern Congo Lead to Seven Deaths Amid Surge in Rebel Attacks At least seven people were killed in unrest in North Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, local officials reported on Saturday. The unrest followed protests against a spike in deadly attacks by suspected Islamist rebels. The Allied Democratic Forces, affiliated with the Islamic State, are accused of killing over 40 people in Mayikengo village this week and more than 80 in attacks on other villages in the province the […] todayJune 17, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics Economics Researcher advocates for strong governance frameworks within State-Owned Enterprises Business And Economics Researcher, Josef Sheehama calls for robust governance structures within SOEs, advocating for the independence of boards and clear separation of roles between board chairs and chief executives. This separation, he argued, is crucial to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure focused, effective leadership. todayJune 17, 2024 31
insert_link Business / Economics US FAA investigating fake titanium used in new plane models Both Airbus and Boeing may have made planes with counterfeit titanium in them, according to new information from a supplier which says it had found corrosion in some parts. The US Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the long and short-term safety implications. Reporting for us is Caroline Malone. todayJune 17, 2024 33
insert_link Business / Economics 17 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Pupkewitz Leads as Most Affordable Hardware Store; Rand Strengthens on SA Unity Deal: Biz News Update June 2024 1. Pupkewitz Tops as Most Affordable Hardware Store in Windhoek According to The Brief's latest monthly survey for June 2024, Pupkewitz has emerged as the most affordable hardware store in Windhoek. The survey, which commenced in June last year, compares prices of a standardized basket of hardware items commonly purchased monthly. The stores included in the comparison were Build It, BUCO, Pupkewitz Megabuild, and Ark Trading. Over the past […] todayJune 17, 2024 29
insert_link World Biden issues Trump warning at A-lister attended LA Fundraiser U.S President Joseph Biden has once again sounded the alarm about the dangers of a second Trump Presidency at a Los Angeles fundraiser over the weekend. It was hosted by his predecessor Barack Obama and raised over $30 million dollars. Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more on the event which was also backed by some big names from Hollywood. todayJune 17, 2024 12
