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World

Biden to visit Hurricane Helene areas

US President Joseph Biden says he plans to visit areas hit by Hurricane Helene in the coming days but does not want his visit to delay getting supplies to the affected areas. More than 110 people are known to have died and at least 600 people are still missing across multiple states. Biden spoke about the effects of the storm from the White House on Monday.  

todayOctober 1, 2024 10

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Namibia

Religious Leaders Urge Next Namibian President to Prioritize Anti-Corruption

Religious leaders, including James Fredericks, Secretary General of the Council of Churches in Namibia, are calling for the next president to adopt a zero-tolerance stance on corruption. Speaking at a socio-economic justice workshop, Fredericks emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and strengthening the Anti-Corruption Commission. He also urged leaders to focus on equitable growth and job creation to benefit all Namibians, particularly the marginalized.

todayOctober 1, 2024 15

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Ryan Routh pleads not guilty to attempting to assassinate Donald Trump

The man accused of plotting to kill former U.S president Donald Trump at his Florida golf course has pleaded not guilty to five counts including attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate. Prosecutors allege Ryan Routh stalked Donald Trump before setting up what they called a "sniper's nest" at the edge of his golf course in west Palm Beach, Florida. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.  

todayOctober 1, 2024 7

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South Africa

Gauteng Seeks Alternative Funding to Boost Fiscal Sustainability With No E-Toll Refunds for Motorists

Gauteng aims to enhance fiscal sustainability by exploring alternative funding sources like public-private partnerships, donor funding, and developmental finance. Finance MEC Lebogang Maile says the 2025 budget aims for debt stabilisation and sustained service delivery. The province has to cope with a smaller budget and also pay e-toll debt. Maile also clarified that motorists who paid for e-tolls will not be refunded:  

todayOctober 1, 2024 6

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South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal MEC Siboniso Duma Expresses Confidence in Preparedness for Severe Weather

KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, says he is satisfied with the level of preparedness for the inclement weather expected from today. This follows a yellow level two warning issued by the South African Weather Service for heavy rainfall, severe thunderstorms, and snow in the province. Duma says a satellite base has been set up in Van Reenen along the N3, where snowfall is anticipated:  

todaySeptember 30, 2024 10

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Namibia

Environment Ministry Warns Against Killing Protected Carmine Bee-Eaters

The Environment, Forestry and Tourism ministry has issued a warning against killing carmine bee-eater birds. Ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda condemned a recent incident in the Kavango regions where these birds were killed, calling it a "barbaric act." He emphasized the importance of these migratory birds, which breed in Namibia and contribute significantly to tourism, benefiting the social and economic development of rural communities. The ministry is currently investigating the incident.

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Atleast 170 die in Nepal floods

170 people have died and at least 42 people are feared missing after rains triggered floods and landslides in Nepal. Vast areas around the capital Kathmandu have been inundated as rescue operations continue. As our South Asia correspondent Ishan Garg tells us:  

todaySeptember 30, 2024 10

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Business / Economics

NIPDB’s Know2Grow Programme Shortlisted for 2024 WTPO Awards

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board has announced that its Know2Grow High Potential Pool Programme has been shortlisted for the prestigious World Trade Promotion Organisation 2024 Awards. The Brief says  NIPDB is recognized in the category of “Best Initiative to Ensure that Trade is Inclusive and Sustainable.” Organized by the International Trade Centre, these awards honor Trade Promotion Organisations that excel in helping small businesses compete globally through innovative […]

todaySeptember 30, 2024 11

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South Africa

Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa calls on the national government to establish a health infrastructure fund

The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa calls on the national government to establish a health infrastructure fund to deal with challenges in health facilities. The country’s public health infrastructure has many shortcomings, including old and often poorly maintained health facilities needing repair, refurbishment and sometimes replacement. Denosa’s Gauteng chairperson, Simphiwe Gada, says there is a need for an overview of the current infrastructure of hospitals in the country:  

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