insert_link South Africa S.A Union federation Saftu says it continues to play a crucial role in championing the rights of workers S.A Union federation Saftu says it continues to play a crucial role in championing the rights of workers, fighting against injustices in the workplace, and advancing the socio-economic interests of workers. Yesterday, the federation celebrated seven years since it was launched in April 2017. Saftu’s spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, says the diametric contradictions in the tripartite alliance have and continue to compromise Cosatu’s ability and capacity to legitimately represent workers: todayApril 22, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Khorixas Town Council Tackles Livestock Roaming Concerns Amid Resident Complaints In Khorixas,the Town Council has been grappling with a surge in livestock roaming within town boundaries, prompting a flurry of complaints from residents. Simson Mario /Ochurub, the Public Relations Officer of the Khorixas Town Council, sheds light on the council's efforts to address this pressing issue. todayApril 22, 2024 29
insert_link Africa 13 Dead and 40 Injured in Road Accident in Nigeria Thirteen people have died, and 40 others injured in an accident in Kaduna state, northwest Nigeria. The incident occured around 11pm on Saturday as reported from Jos by our Nigeria correspondent Tesem Akende. todayApril 22, 2024 6
insert_link World U.S and Philippines hold joint annual drills as tensions with China mount The U.S and Philippines begin a joint annual drill that will see 16,000 troops sail beyond Manila's territorial waters for the first time, a move that could dial up tensions with China. Laura Westbrook has more. todayApril 22, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Deputy Works Minister Nekundi Lauds Progress of Omusati Region Road Constructions Deputy Works and Transport minister, Veiko Nekundi, said he is pleased with the progress of constructions of Roads in Omusati region. Our Northern correspondent Maria Namupala brings us this report. todayApril 22, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Addressing Livestock Farming Concerns in Khorixas: Insights from Simson Mario /Ochurub, PR Officer of Khorixas Town Council Livestock farming is an integral part of many rural communities, but when it encroaches upon urban areas, it can pose significant challenges. In Khorixas, Namibia, the Town Council has been grappling with a surge in livestock roaming within town boundaries, prompting a flurry of complaints from residents. Simson Mario /Ochurub, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Khorixas Town Council, sheds light on the council's efforts to address this pressing […] todayApril 22, 2024 42
insert_link World Japan’s SDF searches for survivors of helicopter crash Japan’s self defense force is searching for survivors after two of its helicopters crashed on Sunday killing at least one person. Seven others remain missing. Chris Gilbert reports. todayApril 22, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa Eskom Continues Load-Shedding Suspension, Marks 26 Days Without Power Cuts Eskom has announced the continued suspension of load-shedding until further notice, citing sustained generation capacity and ample emergency reserves. This marks 26 consecutive days without load-shedding, surpassing the previous record of 20 days in June 2022. The power utility plans to restore an additional 2,660 megawatts by the evening. Eskom reaffirms its commitment to eventually eliminating rotational power outages. todayApril 22, 2024 3
insert_link Namibia B2Gold Layoffs: How Will It Be For the Affected Workers And Community? B2Gold Namibia disclosed that the voluntary retrenchment initiative at its Otjikoto mine near Otjiwarongo, commenced in March last year, is set to persist throughout 2024. It clarified that the ongoing phase continues to be voluntary, with mandatory retrenchments scheduled for 2025. We sought Labor Expert Herbert Jauch's perspective on the matter. Business Researcher Josef Sheehama also weighed in. todayApril 22, 2024 76
