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

FUTURE MEDIA NEWS

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Africa

Nigeria’s Aiteo Halts Production at Nembe Creek Facility Due to Oil Leak

Nigerian energy company, Aiteo has ceased all oil production at its Nembe Creek facility, which produces nearly 50,000 barrels per day, following the detection of a leak, the company announced on Wednesday. Reuters reports that Aiteo Eastern E&P reported that the leak was discovered during routine operations on Monday in the Nembe area of Bayelsa state, known for severe pollution from decades of oil spills impacting agriculture and fishing.

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South Africa

Optimism and Caution as South Africa’s Unity Government Takes Shape

Investors are hopeful that South Africa's new unity government will implement stable economic policies to spur growth but remain cautious about the coalition's ability to reconcile significant ideological differences as reported by Reuters. After failing to secure a parliamentary majority in last month's national elections, the African National Congress, which has ruled since the end of apartheid in 1994, has formed an alliance with the pro-business Democratic Alliance and smaller […]

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Africa

Egypt Accused of Unlawful Deportations of Sudanese Refugees

Reuters reports that Egypt has conducted mass arrests and unlawful deportations of thousands of refugees fleeing the war in Sudan, according to an Amnesty International report released on Wednesday. The rights group documented 12 incidents between January and March this year, where Egyptian authorities deported approximately 800 Sudanese nationals without allowing them to seek asylum or contest deportation decisions.

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World

U.N investigation finds Israel and Hamas responsible for war crimes

An Independent U.N investigations team that's found Israel committed war crimes in Gaza has officially presented its findings to the Human Rights Council. The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory headed by Navi Pillay investigated the military attacks in Gaza since 7 October last year. It also says Hamas is responsible for war crimes committed in Israel. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in […]

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Business / Economics

20 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Global Economic Pulse: Trade Deficits Rise, Inflation Steady, and Strategic Investments in Energy Sector

  In the dynamic landscape of global finance, several key developments have emerged recently that underscore significant trends and economic indicators across various regions. Here's a roundup of the latest updates: 1. Namibia Faces Growing Trade Deficit The Bank of Namibia's recent report highlights a concerning trend for the country's economy. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab announced a notable increase in Namibia's merchandise trade deficit, which has surged to N$13.5 billion in […]

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South Africa

S.A’s Ramaphosa Pledges to Improve Living Conditions in Second Term

On Wednesday, a weakened South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed that his new multi-party government would enhance basic living conditions for all citizens as he was sworn in for a second term. Ramaphosa's African National Congress will share power with five other parties after losing its parliamentary majority for the first time in 30 years in the May 29 election.

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Namibia

Voter Registration Drive Registers Over 366,000

The Electoral Commission has reported that since the General Registration of Voters began on June 3, a total of 366,036 eligible Namibians have registered, averaging close to 30 thousand registrations per day from June 10 to June 15. The GRV will continue until August 1, operating Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm as the Commission urges all eligible citizens to register promptly.

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World

Heatwave intensifies across U.S

Record-breaking temperatures are expected across the United States, as a heat dome continues to intensify over the northeast of the country. Several states have opened cooling centres in libraries, town halls, and other public spaces to help residents without air conditioning. It comes as many Americans celebrate Juneeteenth on Wednesday, a federal holiday commemorating the ending of slavery. Sally Patterson reports.  

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