insert_link World Death toll from India fire climbs to 33 The death toll from a fire at a family entertainment park in western India has climbed to 33. Fifteen people are still unaccounted for with local authorities calling the tragedy 'man-made'. Neha Poonia has more. todayMay 27, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa S.A’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern at reports about the obstruction of election activities S.A's President ,Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed concern at reports about the obstruction of election activities, including unlawful entry at the country's Electoral Commission storage sites in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. MK Party members circulated videos of activities at the S.A IEC storage sites in Chesterville, KwaZulu-Natal, and Hammarsdale in Mpumalanga, claiming they depicted an attempt to rig the general elections. The IEC has dismissed the allegations. Ramaphosa says the electoral process […] todayMay 27, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia President Nangolo Mbumba Emphasizes Importance of Africa Day and Education President, Nangolo Mbumba highlighted the significance of Africa Day, emphasizing its celebration of cultural diversity and acknowledgment of achievements. In his message marking the 61st Africa Day anniversary, Mbumba reiterated the importance of addressing pressing issues facing the continent. He underscored the role of education, stating that it is crucial for building empowered societies, unlocking individual potential, and fostering innovation and creativity. Despite progress, Mbumba noted significant challenges in ensuring […] todayMay 27, 2024 12
insert_link World U.S Lawmakers visit Taiwan after Chinese drills A delegation of US lawmakers are visiting Taiwan this week, after China ended its biggest military exercise in a year around the island. The delegation, led by chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Michael McCaul, is the first congressional group to visit Taiwan since the inauguration of president William Lai Ching-te. Laura Westbrook has more. todayMay 27, 2024 28
insert_link World UN resumes aid deliveries from floating pier in Gaza The United Nations has resumed transporting humanitarian aid arriving at a U.S.-built pier off the coast of the Gaza Strip. Deliveries were halted earlier this week due to security reasons while some aid was intercepted by needy Palestinians. Jody Jacobs has more a for us. todayMay 27, 2024 40
insert_link Namibia Three people died on the spot after two vehicles collided head on and caught fire on the gravel road at Oniika village Three people died on the spot after two vehicles collided head on and caught fire on the gravel road at Oniika village in Oshikoto region on Saturday. Our northern correspondent Maria Namupala compiled this report. todayMay 27, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa ANC President Ramaphosa Declares That Election Marks End of Sixth Administration Post Corruption Era South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa says this election ends the sixth administration, which took over after ten years of corruption and state capture. Ramaphosa says over five years, members of Parliament from all parties have worked diligently to implement a clear electoral mandate to transform the country: todayMay 27, 2024 18
insert_link World Georgia hits back at US retaliation over controversial free speech law Georgia's ruling party has accused the United States of using "threats and blackmail" following the US's decision to impose visa restrictions on members of the 'Georgian Dream' party. This action was in response to a controversial 'foreign agents' bill passed by the Georgian Parliament, which has triggered significant political protests in the country. As a result, the US government is reviewing its bilateral cooperation with Georgia. Reporting for us from […] todayMay 27, 2024 30
insert_link South Africa S.A ‘s President Cyril Ramaphosa says the upcoming general elections must strengthen the country’s democracy S.A 's President Cyril Ramaphosa says the upcoming general elections must strengthen the country’s democracy, regardless of the outcome. He addressed the nation ahead of the special vote today and tomorrow and the elections on Wednesday. Ramaphosa says since 1994 South Africans expect this election to be held in conditions of peace and stability, to be free, and to be fair: todayMay 27, 2024 15