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S.A’s Health minister has called for public cooperation to prevent the spread of the M-pox virus

S.A's Health minister Joe Phaahla has called for public cooperation to prevent the spread of the M-pox virus. The plea follows two confirmed cases in Gauteng and three in KwaZulu-Natal. Briefing the media, the minister urged individuals with suspected symptoms or those in contact with confirmed cases to seek medical attention promptly. National Institute for Communicable Diseases health expert, Jaqueline Weyer says cooperation is crucial in disrupting local transmission and […]

13 June, 2024

Namibia

Veterans Protest Over Unmet Government Promises, Demanding Better Treatment

Leopold Michael, a representative of the Veterans of the Liberation Struggle, discussed their peaceful protest and the grievances fueling their movement. He highlighted the veterans' primary concerns: the government's unfulfilled promises and the dire conditions faced by former refugees and combatants. The veterans are set to hand over a petition to the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, demanding better treatment and the fulfillment of commitments made by the government. […]

13 June, 2024

World

Chinese premier visits New Zealand, Australia and Malaysia

China's Premier, Li Qiang has arrived in New Zealand, and will then head to Australia and Malaysia. Li's visit to Australia and New Zealand will be the first by a Chinese premier, the second most powerful official in China's leadership, in seven years. As Laura Westbrook reports for us.

13 June, 2024

Namibia

BIG Coalition Advocates for Basic Income as Human Right

The BIG Coalition asserts that the Basic Income Grant is not charity but a moral imperative and human right, crucial for protecting citizens from poverty. Spokesperson Rinaani Musutua emphasizes the need for social protection amid high unemployment rates, urging the government to fulfill its obligations under international human rights treaties. The coalition views BIG as an economic stimulus, planning a protest march to support a universal, unconditional grant to combat […]

13 June, 2024

World

North Korea may be preparing for Putin visit

Satellite images suggest North Korea’s main airport may be preparing for the arrival of Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Kyodo News reports planes have been cleared from the tarmac at Pyongyang which usually precedes state visits. As Chris Gilbert reports for us.

13 June, 2024

South Africa

Eskom in S.A’s Gauteng has strongly condemned the continuous vandalism of its infrastructure in Soweto

Eskom in S.A's Gauteng has strongly condemned the continuous vandalism of its infrastructure in Soweto following a fire at the Zola substation. The fire broke out yesterday morning, leaving homes and businesses in the vicinity without power. Eskom’s provincial spokesperson, Amanda Qithi, says based on preliminary findings, the fire was caused by vandalism, and the transformer oil was also stolen:

13 June, 2024

South Africa

S.A’s Public Enterprises minister has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections

S.A's Public Enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan has warned against corruption, particularly during the recent elections. Speaking at the National Union of Mineworkers national policy conference in Ekurhuleni, Gordhan highlighted state capture and its impact on unemployment. He also warned against the rise of counter-revolutionary forces as discussions continue to gain momentum, over the formation of a government of national unity:

13 June, 2024

Business / Economics

US inflation unchanged in May but remains higher than that of 2023

The latest US government data shows that inflation slowed last month. But the Labor Department report highlighted that prices are still higher than this time last year. Nick Harper reports for us from Washington.

13 June, 2024