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2334 Results / Page 62 of 260

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Africa

US ships Marburg vaccines to Rwanda after 11 die in outbreak

The U.S. completed its first shipment of vaccines and therapeutic drugs for Marburg disease to Rwanda on Oct. 4. According to Thierry Roels, U.S. CDC Country Director in Rwanda, the U.S. is collaborating with Rwanda’s health ministry and international partners to initiate clinical trials. According to Reuters, additional shipments may be sent to support the trials. Rwanda reported its first Marburg outbreak in late September, with 36 cases and 11 […]

today7 October, 2024

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South Africa

South Africa’s Activists and Citizens Forum has urged the government to abolish Legal Aid for criminal suspects

South Africa's Activists and Citizens Forum has urged the government to abolish Legal Aid for criminal suspects, following the mass killing of 18 people in Lusikisiki. The forum claims taxpayers' money should not fund defense lawyers for violent criminals. Spokesperson Dennis Bloem argues that current policies enable increased murder rates, kidnappings, and violent crimes. He calls for immediate policy change:  

today7 October, 2024

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Namibia

All Peoples Party Deputy President Linus Muchila Confirms Party’s Vitality

Linus Muchila, deputy president of the All Peoples Party, affirmed that the party is alive and well, dismissing recent rumors of its decline. He made this statement during the launch of the party's manifesto on Saturday in Rundu. In a separate event, the Popular Democratic Movement conducted its electoral college at the Gateway Centre in Windhoek. Here’s Manuel Ngaringombe, the party’s spokesperson: In the interim, the Republican Party's Henk Mudge […]

today7 October, 2024

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Business / Economics

7 October 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Activity Slows in Namibia Amid Currency Adjustments and Global Concerns

Business Registrations Decline in Namibia Economic activity in Namibia experienced a slowdown in the second quarter of 2024, with business registrations falling by 34% compared to the same period in 2023, according to data from the Bank of Namibia, as reported by The Brief. This downturn was evident in both close corporations, which saw a significant drop of 37.7%, and private companies, which recorded an 8.4% year-on-year decrease. The decline […]

today7 October, 2024

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Business / Economics

MTC Launches Mobile Financial Service to Boost Financial Inclusion

Mobile Telecommunications Limited has introduced MTC Maris, a new mobile financial service aimed at serving over 50% of Namibians without access to traditional banking. The Brief reports that the service enables users to send, receive, and manage money via mobile phones, promoting financial inclusion. MTC's Chief Human Capital, Corporate Affairs, and Marketing Officer, Tim Ekandjo, highlighted that MTC Maris will complement existing banking services, offering more options for users.

today7 October, 2024

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World

Hurricane Milton heads for already storm-ravaged Florida

Another hurricane is barreling towards the already storm-ravaged US gulf-coast. A state of emergency has been declared in parts of Florida while the state is still clearing up from the effects of hurricane Helene. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher has the report for us:  

today7 October, 2024

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South Africa

Mass Memorial Service Held in Eastern Cape To Honour 18 Victims Of The Lusikisiki Massacre

To S.A, where the eighteen victims of the Lusikisiki massacre were remembered in a mass memorial service in Ngobozana Village, Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape. At the memorial in Lusikisiki, OR Tambo mayor Mesuli Ngqondwana expressed deep concern over escalating crime and criticised criminals for their arrogance in terrorising residents. He acknowledged the community's lack of confidence in police protection and called for swift arrests, urging stakeholders to unite against crime:   […]

today7 October, 2024