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2334 Results / Page 168 of 260

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South Africa

Western Cape Schools to Close Due to Safety Concerns ….

Western Cape MEC for Education, David Maynier has announced the closure of schools in the Cape Town metro, Cape Winelands, Overberg, and parts of the West Coast district due to safety concerns. Following consultations with the Provincial Disaster Risk Management Centre and the South African Weather Service, 20 schools have received closure approval, and 137 schools have reported infrastructure damage. Schools in the affected districts have been notified.  

today11 July, 2024

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Namibia

Popular Democratic Movement Lawmaker Proposes Two-Year Relationship Requirement for Marriages Between Namibians and Foreigners

Popular Democratic Movement lawmaker, Elma Dienda has proposed that couples involving Namibians and foreigners must have a mandatory two-year relationship before marriage. This suggestion was made during discussions on a new marriage bill tabled by Minister Albert Kawana, which aims to replace the Marriage Act of 1961 and restricts marriages to opposite-sex couples. Dienda argues that this requirement would reduce marriages of convenience and prevent individuals from scamming Namibians for […]

today10 July, 2024

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South Africa

ActionSA Criticizes Johannesburg’s Proposed R2.5 Billion Loan

In South Africa, ActionSA says the City of Johannesburg’s proposed 2.5-billion-rand loan from the French Development Agency constitutes a costly and negligible debt burden to residents. The Johannesburg council rejected the loan, with 118 councillors voting against it and 111 in favour. Three councillors abstained. ActionSA’s, Nobuhle Mthembu, says the city must instead focus on collecting revenue from the numerous departments that owe it millions of rands, an amount roughly […]

today10 July, 2024

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South Africa

South African Democratic Teachers’ Union concerned about the increasing attacks on schools and principals

The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union says it is concerned about the increasing attacks on schools, principals, and teachers by community structures. Schools have reopened for the third term. In Limpopo alone, four schools were robbed and vandalised during the holidays, resulting in damages costing thousands of rands. The union’s general secretary, Mugwena Maluleke, says any community that promotes lawlessness in learning institutions is counter-revolutionary:  

today10 July, 2024

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World

Biden pledges more support for Ukraine at NATO summit

U.S President Joseph Biden has championed the Nato alliance and promised more air defenses for Ukraine at the opening of the annual summit. He was speaking in Washington DC at the start of the three-day gathering. It's the 75th anniversary of the alliance, with support for Ukraine topping the agenda. Nick Harper reports from Washington.  

today10 July, 2024

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Namibia

June Commodity Prices Surge Across Namibia

In June, the Namibia Statistics Agency reported significant price increases for basic commodities. Transport costs rose by 8.3%, coffee, tea, and cocoa by 14.4%, and fruit 13.4%. Other notable hikes included sugar and confectionery at 10.1%, and both mineral water and vegetables at 5.5%. Windhoek residents are paying more for pure sunflower oil compared to other regions, with Khomas region residents paying N$31.32 for 750ml, while other regions paid between […]

today10 July, 2024

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South Africa

South African Federation of Trade Unions Criticizes Government’s Handling of Natural Disasters in Vulnerable Communities

South African Union federation, Saftu, accuses the government of neglecting vulnerable communities during natural disasters, citing poor infrastructure in informal settlements. The federation criticises the government's failure to plan and allocate resources, highlighting disparities in support between affluent suburbs and impoverished townships. Saftu’s , Mogoshadi Maserumule calls for immediate action to build resilient infrastructure and provide housing to protect communities from future calamities:  

today10 July, 2024