insert_link South Africa South African parents are urged to enter phone contracts with their children to mitigate child pornography Parents in South Africa are being encouraged to enter into cell phone contracts with their children following a recent study indicating that more than half of children between the ages of nine and 17 have encountered sexual images on phones. The 2022 Disrupting Harm survey conducted by the South African Law Reform Commission found that children are exposed to such content not only on their own devices but also on […] todayDecember 22, 2023 9
Namibia Labour Commissioner’s Office has expressed concern over the low submission rate of annual returns The Labour Commissioner's Office has expressed concern over the low submission rate of annual returns by registered trade unions and employers' organizations. Among the 47 registered unions, only 12 have submitted their annual returns. Likewise, out of 17 employers’ organizations, merely three have provided their returns, as stated in the Thursday announcement from the Labour Commissioner's Office. According to the statement, some of the trade unions and employers' organizations that […] todayDecember 22, 2023 3
insert_link World England’s hospitals are expecting major disruption once again England's hospitals are expecting major disruption once again as junior doctors go on strike over a pay dispute. This will be their 26th day of strike action this year, and is due to last three days. Another six days of strike action will begin in the new year. Stuart Smith has more from London. todayDecember 21, 2023 18
insert_link South Africa Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking. Instead, according to Wits University’s Guy Richards, e-cigarettes with nicotine are highly addictive. Statistics from the World Health Organisation show e-cigarettes have been banned in 34 countries. Speaking to eNCA, Richards called for urgent action to control e-cigarettes and protect children, as well as non-smokers. todayDecember 21, 2023 3
insert_link World US-Venezuela prisoner swaps sees Americans freed Venezuela has released ten detained Americans in a move aimed at easing sanctions on the country, as announced by the government in Caracas. The release was part of a negotiated prisoner exchange facilitated by Qatar. In exchange, the United States freed an individual accused of money laundering, reportedly having close ties to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Our US Correspondent, Benji Hyer, provides further details on this agreement. todayDecember 21, 2023 3
insert_link South Africa SA’s Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu says his department is planning to deal with ongoing water crisis SA's Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu says his department is planning to deal with ongoing water crisis that South Africa is facing by minimal negotiations with water service authorities. Mchunu made the comments during a water imbizo at King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi, eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal. The ministry’s spokesperson, Kamogelo Mogotsi says some of the water problems experienced in some communities could have been easily resolved had local authorities stuck […] todayDecember 21, 2023 7
insert_link Namibia Guinas councillor hosts Christmas party for marginalised pensioners Guinas constituency councillor Marthinu Kainda recently organized a heartwarming Christmas celebration for 148 pensioners from marginalized communities at Tsintsabis settlement. Expressing his sentiments during the event, Kainda shared that having the opportunity to socialize and engage with the elderly felt like a significant blessing, particularly as he has lost his parents and grandparents. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the invaluable roles these individuals play in the community. […] todayDecember 21, 2023 7
insert_link South Africa SA’s Health Department reiterates its plan to place medical graduates The SA Health Department has moved to clarify that it has plans to place medical graduates. This is to refute claims made by News24 that the government is failing to make progress when it comes to placements. Officials say they are concerned that information published is misleading medical interns and community service doctors. The department’s Luvuyo Bayeni confirmed that much progress has been made. . todayDecember 21, 2023 24
insert_link World U.N Security Council vote on Gaza postponed again The United Nations Security Council has officially postponed the vote on a humanitarian resolution on Gaza to Thursday. The vote was first scheduled for Monday but due to "intense" negotiations between member states the vote has been postponed several times. These delays come amid reported disagreements by the United States which has been trying to change the language of the resolution. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations. todayDecember 21, 2023 16
