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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

FUTURE MEDIA NEWS

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South Africa

South Africa Confirms 44th SADC Summit Will Proceed in Zimbabwe Amid Human Rights Concerns

South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation states South Africa cannot move the 44th SADC summit from Zimbabwe. This comes as calls for action mount against Zimbabwe’s crackdown on opposition and civil society. Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch demand the release of those arrested. Spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri emphasised the need for dialogue to address unrest ahead of the summit:  

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South Africa

Build One South Africa Calls for Public Access to National Sexual Offenders Register

Build One South Africa has launched a nationwide petition calling for the national register of sexual offenders to be made public and easily accessible. The party argues that the current process for accessing the register, which involves a 150-rand fee and a six-week wait, obstructs transparency and accountability. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, BOSA deputy leader, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster believes that public access is vital for community safety and for deterring sexual […]

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Africa

Kenya’s Aviation Workers to Strike Over Controversial Adani Deal

Aviation staff at Kenya's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport will strike from August 19, opposing a government plan to involve India's Adani Group in expanding and operating the airport. The Kenya Aviation Workers Union, representing around 10,000 members, argues that the $1.85 billion investment proposal has not followed proper legal procedures.  

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World

Trump sues DoJ over FBI classified docs raid

Donald Trump is suing the United States' Department of Justice for $100 million. The former US President is seeking damages over the FBI's search of his Florida residence, during which law enforcement agents found hundreds of classified documents that he'd taken from the White House. Corresponding for us is Benji Hyer.  

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Africa

African member states demand two permanent seats on UN Security Council

African member states at the United Nations are demanding two permanent seats on the UN Security Council with the veto abolished. A United Nations Security Council meeting took place on Monday with the aim of redressing the historical injustice and enhancing Africa's effective representation on the Council. Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York.  

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South Africa

South Africa’s Energy Minister Updates on R1.5 Trillion Just Energy Transition Plan

South Africa's Minister of Electricity and Energy, Kgosientso Ramokgopa, says the 2023 to '27 Just Energy Transition Implementation Plan is in progress, with a focus on regulatory adjustments and resource allocation. Speaking to the media, the minister reiterated that 1.5-trillion-rand is needed to reach the goals of the just energy transition. He says the plan will address the link between greenhouse gas emissions and climate change:  

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Africa

US to Proceed with Sudan Peace Talks Despite Government’s Absence

The United States announced it will continue with planned peace talks on the Sudan conflict this week, despite not receiving confirmation from Sudan's government. The US-mediated talks in Switzerland are set to begin on Wednesday, but Sudan's armed forces have not confirmed their participation, expressing concerns about the US approach. However, US Special Envoy for Sudan, Tom Perriello, emphasized that the talks will proceed as scheduled.

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