insert_link South Africa South African Union Cosatu Welcomes Tabling of Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill South African Union, Cosatu, has welcomed Mineral and Petroleum Resources minister Gwede Mantashe’s announcement of government’s intention to table the long-delayed Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill at Parliament. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says key provisions in the bill seek to improve the safety of mineworkers, and ensure all employers are held accountable for fulfilling their obligations to provide a safe work environment. He says the federation and NUM […] todayOctober 21, 2024 12
insert_link Africa Mozambican Opposition Lawyer and Official Killed in Maputo Attack Elvino Dias, the lawyer for prominent Mozambican opposition figure Venâncio Mondlane, and Podemos party official Paulo Guambe were shot dead in Maputo. BBC Africa indicates that the two were attacked by gunmen while traveling in their car. Dias had represented Mondlane, who ran for president with Podemos in an election 10 days prior. The Center for Democracy and Human Rights condemned the killings as a "cold-blooded murder todayOctober 21, 2024 13
insert_link World US investigates leak of top secret Israel attack plans The US is investigating the leak of highly classified documents that detail Israel's plans for a retaliatory strike on Iran. US House Speaker Mike Johnson made the announcement on Sunday that two files marked "Top Secret" had appeared online. Here's our Nick Harper reporting from Washington. todayOctober 21, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia The Landless People’s Movement Engages Opuwo Community With A Focus on Local Benefits The Landless People's Movement recently held a public engagement meeting in Opuwo on October 19, aimed at connecting with community members and introducing their presidential candidate. This event attracted approximately 300 attendees, reflecting a strong local interest in the movement's initiatives and political programs. The party's Duminga Ndala emphasized the party's commitment to ensuring that the local population benefits from resources discovered in their regions. todayOctober 21, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa RISE Mzansi to Address Mass Shootings with Deputy President Mashatile In S.A, RISE Mzansi president Songezo Zibi says it will raise the escalating series of mass shootings in the country with deputy president Paul Mashatile and representatives of political parties at the government of national unity's clearing House meeting scheduled for Thursday. Two unknown men shot and killed five family members and left two other injured in Bityi, Eastern Cape on Friday night. Zibi says the current emergency demands […] todayOctober 21, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Unik Construction Fires Manager Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations Unik Construction, a Chinese company, has terminated one of its managers following accusations of sexual harassment in the North. While the company denies the allegations, it claims the woman involved requested a salary increase in return for her silence. The company asserts it rejected this demand, which led to her dismissal. Unik Construction, known for building Swapo's N$1-billion head office in Windhoek, is reportedly implementing projects in the Ohangwena region, […] todayOctober 21, 2024 8
insert_link World Elon Musk’s $1 Million Daily Giveaway Sparks Legal Concerns in Pennsylvania Elon Musk has pledged to give away $1 million a day to Pennsylvania voters ahead of the US presidential election on November 5th. To participate, voters must sign a pro-constitution petition from Musk's campaign group, America PAC. However, the scheme has sparked legal concerns, with scholars labeling it illegal. Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro has also voiced opposition to the lottery during an appearance on the U.S TV channel: NBC. todayOctober 21, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa has pledged ongoing monitoring of criminal syndicates President Cyril Ramaphosa has pledged ongoing monitoring of criminal syndicates, vowing to intensify efforts against organised crime. With a focus on kidnapping and extortion, the South African Police Service has enhanced its operational response, including the formation of joint operations committees and a national priority committee. In his reply to the National Assembly’s oral questions, Ramaphosa said the police also intensified internal measures, including counter-intelligence, vetting, and lifestyle audits to […] todayOctober 18, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Completes Ballot Paper Procurement for Elections The Electoral Commission has successfully concluded the procurement of ballot papers for the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections, awarding the contract to Johannesburg-based Ren-Form CC. In a bid to ensure transparency, the Commission invited representatives from all registered political parties to observe the ballot production process, covering all related costs. This move underscores the Commission's commitment to upholding electoral integrity and its constitutional mandate. todayOctober 18, 2024 8