insert_link South Africa OUTA Boycotts State of the Nation Address, Citing Political Posturing The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse in South Africa announces its decision to boycott this year's State of the Nation Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The boycott is a protest against perceived political posturing and empty rhetoric during SONA. OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage encourages fellow South Africans to participate in this disengagement, expressing concerns that the address may prioritize political spectacle over addressing critical national issues. todayFebruary 7, 2024 18
insert_link World US woman sentenced over son’s school shooting A US woman has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter in relation to her son's school shooting. After 11 hours of deliberations, a jury found Jennifer Crumbley guilty of all four counts. It's believed to be the first time a parent has been tried for manslaughter in connection with a mass shooting conducted by their child. The 45-year-old is due to be sentenced on April 9. Sally Patterson reports. todayFebruary 7, 2024 18
insert_link South Africa South African Competition Commission Appeals Dismissal of Currency Manipulation Charges The South African Competition Commission seeks leave to appeal the judgment of the Competition Appeal Court, which dismissed currency manipulation charges against numerous local and international banks. The court had rejected the commission's case against 23 out of 28 banks accused of manipulating the rand-dollar exchange rate between 2007 and 2013. The appeal application targets 13 banks, including Standard Bank and Bank of America, according to commission spokesperson Siyabulela Makunga. […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia MICT Minister Dismisses Social Media Speculation on Late President Geingob’s Funeral Arrangements Information and Communication Technology minister, Peya Mushelenga, urges the public to ignore misinformation circulating on social media concerning the mourning and funeral plans for the late President Hage Geingob. Mushelenga emphasized that the ministry is the official information dissemination center for all arrangements and activities related to Geingob's mourning period and funeral. He cautioned against relying on unverified sources and encouraged the public to wait for official updates from the […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 15
insert_link World Thai Police Charge Former PM Thaksin Over Royal Insult Police in Thailand have charged former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra with defamation against the monarchy over comments he made almost a decade ago. It comes just weeks before his possible release from prison, where he is serving time for abuse-of-power and corruption charges.Patrick Fok reports. todayFebruary 7, 2024 8
insert_link World US Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas survives impeachment attempt US Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas has survived an impeachment attempt in the House of Representatives after several Republicans broke ranks with their party. Congressional Republicans had sought to oust Mayorkas over the surge in migration at the US's southern border. Ira Spitzer reports. todayFebruary 7, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa Build One South Africa Urges Action on Unemployment Crisis Ahead of State of the Nation Address Build One South Africa plans to host an event outside City Hall in Cape Town, rallying the unemployed just before the State of the Nation address. Party leader Mmusi Maimane and deputy leader Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster will be present to amplify the voices of the unemployed. BOSA spokesperson Roger Solomons calls on President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the escalating unemployment crisis and announce effective interventions to stimulate the economy. todayFebruary 7, 2024 12
insert_link South Africa SA education Minister Nzimande Approves NSFAS Eligibility Criteria and Accommodation Financial Aid Caps Blade Nzimande, the South African Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation, has given the green light to the proposed eligibility criteria for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and the conditions for financial aid related to accommodation. Under the approved criteria, university-managed self-catering and accredited private off-campus accommodation will be capped at 50,000 rand in metro areas and 41,000 rand in other areas per academic year. According to the […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 5
