In S.A, the Freedom Front Plus says unemployment in South Africa will end in catastrophe

In S.A, the Freedom Front Plus says unemployment in South Africa will end in catastrophe

In S.A, the Freedom Front Plus says unemployment in South Africa will end in catastrophe if the ANC does not do away with its discriminatory legislation on race in the labour sector. The country’s unemployment rate increased from 32.9-percent in the first quarter of this year to 33.5-percent in the second quarter. The FF Plus’, Heloïse Denner, says they have been warning for decades that legislation on Black Economic Empowerment […]

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World

Kishida to step down as Japanese PM

Fumio Kishida has announced he will step down as Japan's prime minister next month.He's been in the post for three years but recent polling shows his support has fallen to historic lows at around 15 percent. From East Asia, here's our correspondent William Denselow reporting.

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South Africa

S.A Union Saftu Blames Capitalism for South Africa’s Rising Unemployment Crisis

South Africa's union federation, Saftu, attributes the country's soaring unemployment rates—8.3 million officially and 12.3 million in expanded figures—to capitalism. The latest labour force survey reveals alarming youth unemployment rates of 46.6% and 70%. Saftu’s Trevor Shaku criticized capitalism for its failure to generate local job opportunities. Meanwhile, Cosatu's Matthew Parks has urged immediate action, for increased job creation initiatives. He emphasised the need for a bold Medium-Term […]

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World

War crimes in Myanmar escalating at alarming rate

A team of United Nations investigators warns that war crimes committed by Myanmar's military government has escalated at an alarming rate. In the past six months the UN estimates that over three million people have been forced to flee their homes. Our East Asia correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Namibia

More Activists Speak Out Against Unemployment Grant Scheduled For 2025

The Poverty Eradication minister's announcement of an Unemployment Grant to be issued in 2025 is gaining even more criticism. The most recent being that of activist Rosa Namises. The Basic Income Grant's Tjipura Tjipura weighed in on how this will not deter their planned protest against unemployment and hunger slated for later this month highlighting the country's rich natural resources.

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Africa

International Organization for Migration Urges Increased Global Support for Sudan’s Displacement Crisis

The International Organization for Migration has called on countries to significantly increase their donations to address Sudan's severe displacement crisis. Reuters says, Mohamed Refaat, head of the IOM's Sudan mission, cautioned that the organization has only secured 21% of the required funding. Without additional support, the ongoing conflict, combined with widespread hunger, disease, and floods, could result in the loss of tens of thousands of lives.

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World

‘Squad’ member Omar faces U.S primary challenge

US Congresswoman, Ilhan Omar of Minnesota is the latest member of the Democrats' progressive "squad" to defend her seat in a primary. The group has been a vocal critic of Israel's war in Gaza, resulting in two primary defeats in the last two months. Corresponding for us is Nick Harper from Washington.

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South Africa

ANC’s Dada Morero Set to Become Johannesburg Mayor Amid Leadership Change

To South Africa, where Dada Morero, the ANC's top choice, is poised to be elected the next mayor of Johannesburg following Kabelo Gwamanda's resignation. Morero, who briefly served as mayor in 2022, is expected to address ongoing service delivery challenges in the city. ANC regional secretary Sasabona Manganye confirmed Morero's candidacy as the party prepares for this leadership transition.

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Namibia

/Khomas Regional Governor’s Role Emphasized Amid Crisis Leadership Concerns

Shaun Gariseb underscores the regional governor's duty to deliver timely updates on security, peace, and stability. His comments follow the State of the Region Address by /Khomas Governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua, where the Katutura Residents Committee leader highlighted significant leadership oversights in addressing the region's crises.

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