insert_link South Africa George Municipality in S.A to Conduct Mop-Up Operations After Flooding The George Municipality in South Africa will continue mop-up operations today following flooding in various parts of the Western Cape town. Disaster Management Services reported that some areas received over 100 millimeters of rain, leading to overflowing of the Garden Route Dam. Flooding affected homes, roads, and infrastructure such as the Wilderness Civils Depot and Water Treatment Works. Mayoral committee member for Community Safety, Marais Kruger, mentioned that wet and […] today10 April, 2024
insert_link World U.S President Joseph Biden says Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a ‘mistake’ with his approach in Gaza 2 U.S President Joseph Biden says Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a 'mistake' with his approach in Gaza. President Biden is calling for a ceasefire and for Israel to allow more access for food and medicine. He's made the comments in an interview with Univision filmed days after several aid workers were killed in Gaza last week. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Justice Minister Plans Satellite Office of High Court Master in Katutura Justice minister, Yvonne Dausab, has revealed plans to establish a satellite office of the Master of the High Court in Katutura, Windhoek. This initiative aims to improve accessibility to services related to the administration of deceased and insolvent estates. Dausab highlighted the challenges of the current central location and emphasized the satellite office's responsibilities, including overseeing appointments of curators, administrators of trusts, and managing the Guardian Fund. today10 April, 2024
insert_link World The US is considering easing advisories against its citizens travelling to China The US is considering easing advisories against its citizens travelling to China, in a sign that relations have stabilised further. But American Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell warned that Chinese support for Russia's war in Ukraine puts that at risk. Laura Westbrook has more. today10 April, 2024
insert_link South Africa SA’s AfriForum is ready to launch a legal challenge if the country’s Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill is passed into law SA's AfriForum is ready to launch a legal challenge if the country's Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill is passed into law. The bill amends sections of the South African Schools Act of 1996 to respond to administrative and governance problems in schools, and to transform the education system as a whole. AfriForum’s, Alana Bailey, says it is clear that the Bela Bill is undesirable and impracticable. today10 April, 2024
insert_link World Trump bid to delay trial denied An appeals court in New York has rejected Donald Trump's efforts to delay his upcoming criminal trial. The case against Trump is scheduled to begin on Monday and centers around accusations that he paid hush money to a porn star ahead of the 2016 election. William Denselow reports from New York. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Residents of Tsumeb Voice Concerns Over Town’s Leadership and Unaddressed Issues Concerns have been raised by some residents of Tsumeb regarding the town's leadership, citing issues such as town cleanliness, water challenges, and poor infrastructure as major grievances. Leonard Carlos, a resident, expressed frustration over what he perceives as the leadership's incompetence and lack of responsiveness to community concerns. Another resident, speaking anonymously, echoed Carlos's sentiments, suggesting that a change in leadership might be necessary for the town's improvement. today10 April, 2024
insert_link World Police in London, Paris and Madrid are on high alert ahead of this week’s Champions League Quarter Finals, after an apparent threat by Islamic State. Police in London, Paris and Madrid are on high alert ahead of this week's Champions League Quarter Finals, after an apparent threat by Islamic State. Organisers say they are aware of the threats, but that the matches will go ahead as planned. Simon Gaitán reports. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia World Travel Market Africa 2024 Showcases Namibia’s Tourism Diversity The World Travel Market Africa 2024, taking place from today until April 12th, is poised to be a major event in the tourism industry, drawing travel professionals from across the globe to Cape Town. The Namibia Tourism Board's Flora Quest is among the participants, spotlighting Namibia's diverse and rich offerings to the global audience. She has this update. today10 April, 2024