insert_link World Pope warned Israel’s President not to “respond to terror with terror” Pope Francis warned Israel's President not to "respond to terror with terror" in a phone call about the conflict in Gaza last month. That's according to a report in the Washington Post newspaper. Our Rome correspondent Giles Gibson has the details. todayDecember 1, 2023 6
insert_link Namibia Leonardville in land servicing crisis Allocation of serviced erven is a great challenge in the town of Leonardville in the Omaheke Region, according to that village council's chairperson, Petra Witbooi, in an interview with this agency. Wibooi indicated that the demand for land has increased drastically over the years, with institutions like the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia, Build Together programme and individuals applying for land in the village council recently. Furthermore, Witbooi said the […] todayDecember 1, 2023 6
insert_link South Africa Johannesburg Metro Police Department have reported a fatal shooting along Winnie Mandela Drive The Johannesburg Metro Police Department have reported a fatal shooting along Winnie Mandela Drive. The motive of the shooting is still unknown. J-M-P-D spokesperson Xolani Fihla says motorists have been cautioned to use alternative routes as this remains a crime scene. todayDecember 1, 2023 36
insert_link World 2023 set to be the hottest year on record, says UN As leaders from nearly 200 countries gather in Dubai for climate talks, further evidence that humanity isn't doing enough to avert a climate catastrophe. The World Meteorological Organization says it's "virtually certain" that 2023 will be the hottest year ever - as the world heats up at an unprecedented pace. Toni Waterman has more. todayDecember 1, 2023 14
insert_link World Japan calls on US to confirm Osprey safety after crash Japan is calling on the US to confirm the safety of Osprey military aircraft following the crash of one of the planes on Wednesday. It was carrying eight military personnel when it crashed near Yakushima island in Japan’s west. There has been one confirmed death. todayNovember 30, 2023 12
insert_link South Africa City of Cape Town says its Health Department has been at the forefront of implementing new HIV and TB policies The City of Cape Town says its Health Department has been at the forefront of implementing new HIV and TB policies and guidelines rolled out by the national department. The city’s HIV programme has expanded to include prevention strategies like Post Exposure Prophylaxis and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. Mayoral committee member for Community Services and Health, Patricia van der Ross, says between April last year and October this year, 47-thousand-773 clients have […] todayNovember 30, 2023 11
insert_link Namibia Women’s Action for Development says investing in the fight against gender-based violence is not merely a moral imperative Women’s Action for Development Executive Director Salatiel Shinedima said investing in the fight against gender-based violence is not merely a moral imperative, but an economic and social necessity. Shinedima emphasised the importance of fostering safer environments that allow individuals to thrive without fear and empowering every member of society to contribute meaningfully to collective progress. The ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence’ is an annual international campaign that starts […] todayNovember 30, 2023 4
insert_link Namibia Sioka calls for collective investment to prevent GBV Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare minister, Doreen Sioka, urged the government, civil society, churches and traditional authorities to prioritise investment in preventive measures to combat violence against women and girls. Sioka made the statement in Mariental during the launch of the commemoration of ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence’ under the theme ‘Unite! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls.’ In her statement released by the […] todayNovember 30, 2023 4
insert_link World Henry Kissinger dead at 100 Former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger has died at the age of 100. He was one of the most controversial figures in US foreign policy, serving under Presidents Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford. Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports. todayNovember 30, 2023 17