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World

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese has appointed a special envoy to monitor and combat anti-Semitism

Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese has appointed a special envoy to monitor and combat anti-Semitism. Community groups have documented a steep increase in both anti-Semitism and Islamophobia since the Hamas attacks on Israel on the seventh of October last year, and the Israeli military bombardment of Gaza. Albanese says lawyer Jillian Segal will consult with community leaders and discrimination experts to advise the government:  

today9 July, 2024

South Africa

ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed suspending two members from its Newcastle region

    In South Africa, ActionSA in KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed suspending two members from its Newcastle region, Mzwakhe Mbatha and Sizwe Mokoena, pending ongoing investigations and disciplinary procedures. According to the party's interim constitution, all members are bound by a code of conduct, with breaches referred to the ethics and disciplinary committee for investigation and hearings. ActionSA’s Zwakele Mncwango says they aim to promptly resolve the matter and hold accountable […]

today9 July, 2024

Africa

Moody’s Downgrades Kenya’s Sovereign Rating Amid Fiscal Challenges

Moody's downgraded Kenya's sovereign rating to "Caa1" from "B3" on Monday, citing reduced ability to manage its debt burden through fiscal consolidation. Reuters says, This downgrade affects the country's local- and foreign-currency long-term issuer ratings and foreign-currency senior unsecured debt ratings. In June, Kenyan President William Ruto withdrew planned tax hikes following mass protests that resulted in at least 24 deaths.

today9 July, 2024

World

Rescue work continue at destroyed children’s hospital in Kyiv

Rescue work continues at a children's hospital in Kyiv that was struck by a Russian missile. Authorities believe there may still be people trapped under the rubble. Nationwide, the death toll has gone up to 37 people killed and 170 people wounded after Monday's missile attack on Ukraine. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.    

today9 July, 2024

Namibia

Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Critical Need for Early Detection and Treatment

July is designated as Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month, aiming to enhance public understanding of these cancers, promote research initiatives, and advocate for improved resources and treatments for affected Namibians. The prognosis for sarcoma patients varies based on factors such as cancer type, location, stage, and treatment response. Cancer Association of Namibia's CEO Rolf Hansen.   Although not as common, these rare bone cancers have affected about 361 per […]

today9 July, 2024

World

U.N. Human Rights Chief Calls for Investigation into Mass Grave Found on Libya-Tunisia Border

U.N. human rights chief Volker Turk urged authorities to swiftly investigate reports of a mass grave discovered in the desert along the Libya-Tunisia border. In a speech to the U.N. Reuters reports that the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Turk condemned widespread violations against migrants and refugees in Libya and emphasized that the families of the deceased deserve to know the truth. His office is actively following up on the […]

today9 July, 2024

South Africa

Eskom Implements Load Reduction in Multiple Provinces in SA to Combat Network Overloading

To South Africa, where Eskom has begun load reduction in several provinces, including Limpopo, the Western and Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, and North West, due to increased network overloading with the onset of winter. Spokesperson Daphne Mokwena emphasized that load reduction differs from load-shedding, as Eskom currently has sufficient generating capacity to meet national electricity demand.  

today9 July, 2024

World

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi in Manipur today

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi is in the country's northeast today -visiting flood hit areas in Assam and meeting with riot victims in the region of Manipur. Rahul Gandhi, whose coalition bloc stopped Prime Minister Narendra Modi from winning a majority mandate in this summer's election, has criticised the government for failing to restore peace in Manipur. Since May last year, hundreds have been killed in ethnic clashes in that […]

today8 July, 2024