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Nigeria Agrees on New Minimum Wage Amid Cost of Living Crisis

As per Reuters, Nigeria's main labor unions agreed on a new minimum wage of US$44 a month on Thursday after talks with the government, ending months of deadlock and the threat of strikes. Africa's most populous nation is grappling with the worst cost of living crisis in a generation, stoking fears of protests similar to those in Kenya. Nigeria's two biggest union federations, the Nigerian Labour Congress and the […]

19 July, 2024

Namibia

Blood Transfusion Services Urgently Calls for Blood Donations Amid Critically Low Stocks

The Blood Transfusion Services once again is urging eligible members of the public to urgently visit their centres the country over as blood stocks are at critically low levels. NamBTS' Zita Tobin.

19 July, 2024

Business / Economics

19 July 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial News Roundup: Meatco’s Turnaround Concerns, South African Repo Rate Unchanged, Naira Depreciates, and Dollar Steady Amid Fed Speculation

1. Meat Corporation Turnaround Strategy Under Scrutiny Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi has voiced concerns over the Meat Corporation's (Meatco) turnaround strategy, according to The Brief. Despite the government injecting N$1 billion in subsidies over the past three years, Shiimi is dissatisfied with the company's lack of substantial progress. The effectiveness of the turnaround plan remains a key issue, with expectations for better performance and return on investment […]

19 July, 2024

South Africa

Progressive Caucus in South Africa Outlines Charter for Seventh Parliament

The Progressive Caucus in South Africa, consisting of the MK Party, the EFF, ATM, and other smaller parties, has outlined its charter for the seventh Parliament. MK's parliamentary leader, John Hlophe, told the media the aim is to strengthen South Africa's democracy, holding government accountable for a corrupt-free society. He also emphasises fighting for free quality education, healthcare, housing, water, and sanitation:

19 July, 2024

World

US takes down floating pier in Gaza

The United States is breaking down its temporary floating pier in Gaza. The pier constructed by the US Military was envisaged to deliver more aid to the Gaza Strip but its operations were beset by weather, technical and security problems. Jody Jacobs reports.

19 July, 2024

Namibia

Vice President Leads Groundbreaking Ceremony for N$70 Million Civic Affairs Office in Nkurenkuru

The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security ministry held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a Civic Affairs regional office in Nkurenkuru, Kavango West. Led by Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the N$70 million project is set to begin construction by August 13, and complete in two years. Nandi-Ndaitwah highlighted the office's role in improving service efficiency, including birth and death registrations, identity cards, passports, and immigration matters, while […]

19 July, 2024

South Africa

City of Tshwane says it will honour its commitment to pay employees a salary increase

To South Africa, where the City of Tshwane says it will honour its commitment to pay employees a salary increase. On Monday, the Metro began wage talks with the South African Local Government Association, South African Municipal Workers' Union, and the Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union at the South African Local Government Bargaining Council. City Manager, Johann Mettler, says provision has been made to pay staff a 5.1-percent salary […]

18 July, 2024

World

Protesting students announce nationwide shutdown in Bangladesh

Protesters in Bangladesh are enforcing a nationwide shutdown on Thursday, saying only hospitals and emergency services will be allowed to run. Six students have been killed in clashes with police and pro-government groups this week. Protesting students want an end to a controversial quota system for families of veterans who fought in Bangladesh's war of independence in 1971, saying jobs should be given on merit. Our South Asia correspondent Neha […]

18 July, 2024