insert_link World Son of Mexican crime boss El Chapo pleads not guilty to drug trafficking in USA The son of former Mexican drug lord "El Chapo" has pleaded not guilty to a raft of drug trafficking charges in a United States court. Joaquin Guzman Lopez was arrested in the state of New Mexico last week, after arriving there with another high-profile cartel kingpin. Mitch McCann reports today31 July, 2024
insert_link South Africa Zuma Rejects Expulsion, Says Former ANC NEC Member In S.A, Former ANC national executive committee member, Tony Yengeni, says former president Jacob Zuma will not accept his expulsion from the party quietly. Yengeni, who represented Zuma at his disciplinary hearing, claims the process was unfair. Zuma was expelled for discrediting the ANC after endorsing the MK Party. Yengeni told the SABC he believes Zuma is determined to deal with the matter: today31 July, 2024
insert_link World Kim’s daughter being prepped to lead DPRK Says South Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s daughter is being groomed to replace him, according to South Korea. Lawmakers in Seoul say Kim Ju-ae is favored by her father to become leader although they believe decision has not yet been made. Chris Gilbert reports. today31 July, 2024
insert_link South Africa DA says it remains committed to advocating for economic policies in S.A to ease the cost of living To South Africa, where the DA says it remains committed to advocating for economic policies to ease the cost of living. They welcome the South African Poultry Association's support for removing the 15-percent VAT on chicken. The party asserts its ongoing commitment to promoting economic growth, job creation, and ensuring access to essentials without undue financial strain. The DA’s Willie Aucamp says this move will alleviate financial burdens on low-income […] today31 July, 2024
insert_link Namibia McHenry Venaani Announces Final Bid for PDM Leadership, Prepares for Political Retirement McHenry Venaani, the leader ofthe official opposition, the Popular Democratic Movement, has announced that he will be running for the presidency of his party for the final time before retiring from politics. The PDM is set to hold its elective congress in Katima Mulilo from August 22 to 24 to elect new leadership for the next five years. Venaani, who has led the party for 10 years, expressed his intent […] today31 July, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Electricity and Energy minister has confirmed continued collaboration with SALGA and municipalities S.A's Electricity and Energy minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has confirmed continued collaboration with SALGA and municipalities to develop a robust electricity pricing plan. Ramokgopa has assured South Africans of his commitment to finding a solution to the rising cost of electricity. He emphasised the importance of working with Nersa to protect consumers, including the poor and marginalised, while maintaining affordability and competitiveness: today30 July, 2024
insert_link World At least eight people with stab injuries have been admitted to hospital after an attack in north-west England At least eight people with stab injuries have been admitted to hospital after an attack in north-west England. One man has been detained, and a knife seized. It's thought many of those injured are children. Stuart Smith reports. today30 July, 2024
insert_link Namibia Mariental Bid Emotional Farewell to Katrina Hanse-Himarwa with Tributes and Remembrance Katrina Hanse-Himarwa, former Minister of Education, Arts and Culture and the first female Governor of the Hardap Region, passed away on 14 July 2024. Her final journey back to Mariental, her hometown, was marked by a profound outpouring of grief and respect. On 26 July, the town honored her legacy by renaming a street in her name. The ceremony, attended by prominent figures including Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Ambassador […] today30 July, 2024
insert_link Namibia UNFPA and Japanese Embassy Donate Over N$220,000 in Sanitary Pads to Girls Across Namibia The United Nations Population Fund, in partnership with the Embassy of Japan in Namibia, has donated sanitary pads worth over N$220,000 to support 6,000 vulnerable adolescent girls in six Namibian regions. Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Anna Nghipondoka, praised the donation during a ceremony at the Ministry of Health and Social Services head office, highlighting its role in addressing period poverty and its impact on girls' education and participation […] today30 July, 2024